KBRA: Lessors Will be Tested by Post Pandemic Aircraft Returns

Kroll Bond Rating Agency research indicated that aircraft values and lease rate declines will be contingent on the speed of economic recovery and the path that surviving airlines take in deciding the composition of their fleets post-coronavirus. read more

APR 27, 2020 - 6:40 am

Fitch Ratings Lowers Aircraft Lessor Sector Outlook to Negative

Fitch Ratings has revised its sector outlook for global aircraft lessors to negative from stable, reflecting elevated downside risks from the global spread of the coronavirus. read more

MAR 17, 2020 - 6:35 am

FAA Reauth Act Confirms Effect of Statute Protecting Aircraft Lessors

An article by Holland & Knight Attorneys Marc L. Antonecchia and John M. Toriello explores how the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 confirmed a pre-emptive effect of a statute protecting aircraft lessors. read more

NOV 5, 2018 - 6:25 am

KBRA Provides Overview of Aircraft Leasing Sector

Kroll Bond Rating Agency released its 2018/2019 overview of the aircraft leasing industry and notes it expects a “highly competitive landscape in the aircraft leasing business.” read more

OCT 18, 2018 - 6:55 am

Aircraft Lessors May Miss Ex-Im When Funding Is Strained

Fitch Ratings said the cessation of new lending activities by the Ex-Im Bank does not have an immediate impact on aircraft leasing companies. However, a permanent loss would eliminate a source of contingency funding. read more

JUL 7, 2015 - 7:16 am

Fitch: Aircraft Lessors Buoyed by Healthier Airlines

Fitch reported the aircraft leasing sector continues to experience strong performance due to improving airline industry fundamentals, favorable credit markets and stable lease rates and margins. read more

APR 30, 2015 - 7:17 am