Aquila Air Capital, an engine lessor backed by funds managed by New York-based global alternative asset manager Wafra, promoted Chance Fowler to the leadership role of chief commercial officer.
Fowler has been with Aquila since July 2022. He joined the company as vice president, portfolio management, with responsibility for optimizing the performance of the lessor’s growing portfolio of aircraft and engine assets. He has also been responsible for originating new investment and leasing opportunities while expanding Aquila’s relationships with current customers and partners.
“Chance has been instrumental in expanding our commercial footprint, building out our portfolio and delivering unparalleled value to our customers,” Al Wood, CEO of Aquila Air Capital, said. “With his deep understanding of the engine leasing market’s complex dynamics and his experience in building and nurturing Aquila’s industry relationships, he is perfectly positioned to lead our ongoing commercial initiatives and drive our platform’s sustained growth in the years to come.”
“It has been a privilege to be part of the growth of Aquila, and I am honored to take on the responsibility of chief commercial officer,” Fowler said. “I look forward to leading the Aquila team to deliver attractive solutions to our valued customers and position our company for long-term success.”
Prior to joining Aquila, Fowler served as vice president of aircraft marketing at Vx Capital Partners. Before that, he was a financial analyst at Dallas-based Trinity Industries.
