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<?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" media="screen" href="/~d/styles/rss2full.xsl"?><?xml-stylesheet type="text/css" media="screen" href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~d/styles/itemcontent.css"?><rss xmlns:feedburner="http://rssnamespace.org/feedburner/ext/1.0" version="2.0"><channel><title>Banks &amp; Capital Markets</title><link>http://www.airfinancejournal.comhttp://feeds2.feedburner.com/afj_bankscapitalmarkets</link><description /><copyright>&amp;copy;2013 Airfinance Journal</copyright><ttl>60</ttl><category>Banks &amp; Capital Markets</category><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/afj_bankscapitalmarkets" /><feedburner:info uri="afj_bankscapitalmarkets" /><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/" /><item><title>Qantas issues 787 RFP</title><description>The flag carrier is seeking debt on six Dreamliners.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Dfwiz5alh3c/Qantas-issues-787-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 11:53:21 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3207926/Qantas-issues-787-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Afrexim launches KQ syndication </title><description>Afrexim issues RFP to syndicate $2 billion financing for Kenya Airways.    </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7Byj3G914Uc/Afrexim-launches-KQ-syndication.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 11:30:40 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3207910/Afrexim-launches-KQ-syndication.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux issues US Ex-Im bond</title><description>The carrier has financed one 747-8F under its second export credit backed bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0-zbR0hAVnc/Cargolux-issues-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 09:57:47 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3206486/Cargolux-issues-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gol secures US Ex-Im financing </title><description>Brazilian carrier will use funds to pay Delta Airlines’ MRO provider. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OmMelEgfoEg/Gol-secures-US-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 11:30:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3205408/Gol-secures-US-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aercap upsizes revolving credit facility </title><description>Dutch lessor increases 2006 warehouse facility to $1.1 billion. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vpCEe5h6rdQ/Aercap-upsizes-revolving-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 14:19:07 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3204966/Aercap-upsizes-revolving-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern likely to use local banks</title><description>A financier says the carrier will probably mandate Chinese banks on a large proportion of its recent 22 aircraft RFP.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vurZH52On3M/China-Eastern-likely-to-use-local-banks.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 11:40:12 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3204874/China-Eastern-likely-to-use-local-banks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qantas closes Jolco</title><description>The Australian flag carrier has financed one 737-800 under the tax lease structure.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8Id-C91YjnA/Qantas-closes-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 10:32:19 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3204826/Qantas-closes-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing states capital markets will fill ECA gap</title><description>Boeing Capital MD says capital markets will help fund aircraft deliveries as airlines pull back from ECA support.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/glIiT0prIYo/Boeing-states-capital-markets-will-fill-ECA-gap.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 13:10:12 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3203303/Boeing-states-capital-markets-will-fill-ECA-gap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerDragon increases share capital to $268 million </title><description>East Epoch Limited has become a new shareholder in the venture.               </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FFqAPDkLR34/AerDragon-increases-share-capital-to-268-million.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 10:06:49 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3202488/AerDragon-increases-share-capital-to-268-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC closes four year revolver</title><description>The $1.7 billion unsecured facility priced at Libor +1.45%.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nTmpC15bug0/ALC-closes-four-year-revolver.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 09:44:11 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3202476/ALC-closes-four-year-revolver.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> Awas re-prices 2012 term loan</title><description>The Libor floor on the loan has been reduced from 3.5% to 2.75%.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/g6kuVwsrq8w/Awas-re-prices-2012-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3202482/Awas-re-prices-2012-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc Aviation re-opens bond issuance </title><description>Lessor prices $150 million notes, adding to $350 million bond launched last month.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5Cwy1XbGvGk/Boc-Aviation-re-opens-bond-issuance.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 10:26:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3201858/Boc-Aviation-re-opens-bond-issuance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: China Eastern issues $1.35 billion RFP</title><description>The airline is seeking finance for 22 aircraft scheduled to deliver from September 2013 to March 2014.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RCgob-rHJr8/Exclusive-China-Eastern-issues-135-billion-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3200884/Exclusive-China-Eastern-issues-135-billion-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Lloyds mandates BOC Aviation</title><description>The bank has mandated the lessor to sell its 11 aircraft portfolio.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cKdLfpSu6Ho/Exclusive-Lloyds-mandates-BOC-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 10:41:13 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3199254/Exclusive-Lloyds-mandates-BOC-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KfW IPEX- Bank lends $1.5 billion in 2012</title><description>The bank financed more than 40 aircraft in 2012. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iPVUKxApkCI/KfW-IPEX-Bank-lends-15-billion-in-2012.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3198801/KfW-IPEX-Bank-lends-15-billion-in-2012.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natixis promotes Bourgade</title><description>Marc Bourgade is now global head international coverage aircraft export and infrastructure at the French bank.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2ZYws4VYU3s/Natixis-promotes-Bourgade.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:38:26 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3198071/Natixis-promotes-Bourgade.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TUI issues Boeing RFP</title><description>The carrier is seeking debt on four 787s and five 737s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LlFGvLJizZ8/TUI-issues-Boeing-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:59:10 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3197051/TUI-issues-Boeing-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern issues 787 RFP</title><description>The carrier has sent out a delayed RFP seeking debt for six Dreamliners.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lIswzDwXJ5U/China-Southern-issues-787-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:25:23 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3196782/China-Southern-issues-787-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc Aviation prices $350 million bond</title><description>The lessor issued the notes off its $2 billion Euro Medium Term Note programme.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/arP4mBOMDDU/Boc-Aviation-prices-350-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:19:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3196719/Boc-Aviation-prices-350-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ice Lease closes A320 deal</title><description>The lessor is leasing the 1993-vintage narrowbody to SmartLynx.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-0cc87xk98c/Ice-Lease-closes-A320-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:03:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3196707/Ice-Lease-closes-A320-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New York Conference: ILFC chief confirms China sale on schedule </title><description>Henri Courpron, ILFC’s CEO, states that the lessor is still sticking to a Q2 2013 close for its agreed sale to Chinese buyers. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/E4TUXtJetcA/New-York-Conference-ILFC-chief-confirms-China-sale-on-schedule.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:19:36 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3195115/New-York-Conference-ILFC-chief-confirms-China-sale-on-schedule.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad secures Islamic financing for 777s</title><description>UAE carrier signs financing deal with First Gulf Bank. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aNVR9N0ViOc/Etihad-secures-Islamic-financing-for-777s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:20:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3194639/Etihad-secures-Islamic-financing-for-777s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2012: ECA deal</title><description>Latam's prefunded bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NWw8Tks6qKA/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-ECA-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3194207/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-ECA-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2012: European deal</title><description>Safranâ€™s $1.2bn unrated bo nd
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qnSgyiKSp6o/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-European-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3194163/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-European-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2012: Innovative Deal</title><description>Doric/Emirates EETC</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JqJD6EqWI7o/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-Innovative-Deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3194153/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-Innovative-Deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2012: Joint Asia Pacific deal</title><description>Japan Airlinesâ€™ IPO.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C4u_irMWiX8/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-Joint-Asia-Pacific-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3194159/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-Joint-Asia-Pacific-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2012: Middle East deal</title><description>Etihad's Air Berlin investment.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KsaT4s78cNc/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-Middle-East-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3194183/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-Middle-East-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2012: The winners</title><description>The winners will receive their awards on April 22 at Gotham Hall, New York.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ERMnmWUmmG4/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-The-winners.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3194302/Deals-of-the-Year-2012-The-winners.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lagardere sells EADS stake</title><description>The French corporate has sold its entire stake in Airbus’ parent for EUR2.3 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sBpqIo4Ha0Q/Lagardere-sells-EADS-stake.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:47:37 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3193078/Lagardere-sells-EADS-stake.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Latam issues UK Export Finance bond</title><description>The issuance marks the first airline to close a UK Export Finance backed bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DzJaa6iafUY/Latam-issues-UK-Export-Finance-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3193223/Latam-issues-UK-Export-Finance-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern set to approach market</title><description>The carrier is expected to issue an RFP for H2 deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/m-5rEn0R2M4/China-Eastern-set-to-approach-market.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 09:13:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3190829/China-Eastern-set-to-approach-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>El Al to sell up to $75mn stake</title><description>Israeli carrier will sell up to 47% of its shares to Fimi Opportunity Funds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ps1PREObQgU/El-Al-to-sell-up-to-75mn-stake.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3190901/El-Al-to-sell-up-to-75mn-stake.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Japan conference: ECA Jolcos a niche structure</title><description>Export credit agency backed Japanese operating leases with call options are only viable for about five airlines in the world.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/R9Yy232F1-s/Japan-conference-ECA-Jolcos-a-niche-structure.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:27:47 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3190300/Japan-conference-ECA-Jolcos-a-niche-structure.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Japan conference: Japanese banks eye ECA debt</title><description>Bank appetite for export credit debt is high, but local currency is preferred.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/naVAzBEoV6M/Japan-conference-Japanese-banks-eye-ECA-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:07:19 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3190291/Japan-conference-Japanese-banks-eye-ECA-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways prices record EETC</title><description>American carrier secures tightest coupon for its EETC. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0h02b5ApA9E/US-Airways-prices-record-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3190624/US-Airways-prices-record-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC amends revolver</title><description>Lessor amends three-year revolving credit facility in light of Chinese takeover. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IGwYfIsjs24/ILFC-amends-revolver.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3187904/ILFC-amends-revolver.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update:Shenzhen closes A320 s/lb </title><description>China Aircraft Leasing Company is leasing the jet to the carrier. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/X5LMiGHzCSY/UpdateShenzhen-closes-A320-slb.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 10:54:07 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3186904/UpdateShenzhen-closes-A320-slb.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG seeks Jolco debt</title><description>The airline group is reportedly seeking Japanese equity on top of its proposed EETC.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IkBtuVtQrs8/IAG-seeks-Jolco-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3186946/IAG-seeks-Jolco-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Pacific closes ECA debt</title><description>The carrier has financed one A330 under UK Export Finance guarantee.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qPG88tNQswM/Air-Pacific-closes-ECA-debt.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:36:54 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3184630/Air-Pacific-closes-ECA-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BBAM closes Jol financing </title><description>DVB Bank provides senior debt for one A330-300 to be operated by KLM.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/H_ga7ydz9kA/BBAM-closes-Jol-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:49:36 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3184596/BBAM-closes-Jol-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive:Spring may move IPO</title><description>The Chinese low cost carrier is considering not listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aWCp4HqwMRY/ExclusiveSpring-may-move-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3184053/ExclusiveSpring-may-move-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France-KLM up-sizes bond</title><description>The airline group has increased a EUR480 million bond by EUR70 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4uV53dz_zfQ/Air-France-KLM-up-sizes-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2013 09:57:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3181912/Air-France-KLM-up-sizes-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>WestJet secures EDC guarantee</title><description>The Canadian airline has secured Export Development Canada-backed financing. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Uj1vV2xYSWM/WestJet-secures-EDC-guarantee.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:56:38 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3181255/WestJet-secures-EDC-guarantee.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Learning to live with the new ASU</title><description>The new ASU has made ECA debt more expensive, and some carriers are already changing their funding habits.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nRXdZ87bOA4/Analysis-Learning-to-live-with-the-new-ASU.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3181184/Analysis-Learning-to-live-with-the-new-ASU.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>El Al secures Ex-Im loan </title><description>Israel’s flag carrier to receive loan guarantee from US Export-Import Bank. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fmNHhiajbQs/El-Al-secures-Ex-Im-loan.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:03:03 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3177156/El-Al-secures-Ex-Im-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas reprices term loan</title><description>The Libor floor has been tightened by 50bps.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/F-o-3B6jkpk/Awas-reprices-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:36:19 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3176733/Awas-reprices-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France launches convertible bond </title><description>French flag carrier issues EUR480 million convertible notes. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uwwiM_sYvn0/Air-France-launches-convertible-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:55:11 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3175584/Air-France-launches-convertible-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Amentum renews Aegean Airlines lease</title><description>Dublin lessor renews A320-200 lease. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1sXNGE9guys/Amentum-renews-Aegean-Airlines-lease.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:50:49 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3175271/Amentum-renews-Aegean-Airlines-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>PAL issues RFP</title><description>The carrier is seeking debt to finance 15 Airbus jets on order.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JRT27B_nBrI/PAL-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:41:38 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3175267/PAL-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ethiopian shortlists 777-200LR bids </title><description>Ethiopian Airlines seeks US Export-Import Bank guaranteed loan to fund 777 delivery. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qwhn1ZjVvaI/Ethiopian-shortlists-777-200LR-bids.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:24:37 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3175216/Ethiopian-shortlists-777-200LR-bids.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dublin conference dates announced</title><description>Bookings are now open for the 16th Annual Global Airfinance Conference to be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Dublin.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JrGFQ7B2D28/Dublin-conference-dates-announced.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:05:55 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3174949/Dublin-conference-dates-announced.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Survey confirms aviation credits to diversify funding</title><description>Norton Rose’s transport survey reveals the aviation sector is looking to fund itself through a wider variety of financing structures including private equity.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xcPcRfE78KI/Survey-confirms-aviation-credits-to-diversify-funding.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:16:30 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3174642/Survey-confirms-aviation-credits-to-diversify-funding.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc prices $75 million bond</title><description>The Singapore dollar denominated senior unsecured bond issuance is due to close March 26.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/14Pb0lycqus/Boc-prices-75-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:16:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3174599/Boc-prices-75-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux prices 747-8F bond</title><description>The Luxembourg cargo operator has closed its debut US Ex-Im bond.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bAMxvl4FQGE/Cargolux-prices-747-8F-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:31:57 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3174321/Cargolux-prices-747-8F-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China to mandate by month end</title><description>The flag carrier is set to choose winning bids on a 21 aircraft RFP issued in February.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9IE6RZYvc-A/Air-China-to-mandate-by-month-end.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:10:37 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3171884/Air-China-to-mandate-by-month-end.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates prices $1bn Sukuk</title><description>Dubai-based carrier has launched its second amortising bond of 2013. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uGszbx2ovzQ/Emirates-prices-1bn-Sukuk.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3169182/Emirates-prices-1bn-Sukuk.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FastJet to issue convertible bonds </title><description>Low cost carrier will raise $23.5 million through convertible securities sale. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vWfV2wYuvio/FastJet-to-issue-convertible-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:37:52 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3166614/FastJet-to-issue-convertible-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: DVB Bank reports 9.7% net income rise</title><description>The bank closed 50 aviation finance deals in 2012.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uyGwiblHSto/Update-DVB-Bank-reports-97-net-income-rise.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3166617/Update-DVB-Bank-reports-97-net-income-rise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>PMB sells A330</title><description>The ex-Malaysian Airlines widebody has been acquired by Deucalion Capital.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HXNyUDkc_TM/PMB-sells-A330.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:15:29 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3166070/PMB-sells-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM to use Jolco for 777</title><description>The carrier will mandate a bank to finance an upcoming 777 delivering via Japanese operating lease with call option due to NASU.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0rmeQ7VAT04/KLM-to-use-Jolco-for-777.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3166112/KLM-to-use-Jolco-for-777.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB Bank reports 9.7% net income increase</title><description>The bank’s aviation division accounts for a third of the bank’s customer lending volume. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6DRnqQuFY7c/DVB-Bank-reports-97-net-income-increase.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 11:45:58 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3165291/DVB-Bank-reports-97-net-income-increase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC prices $1.2bn senior notes</title><description>The lessor will issue a $750 million bond and a $500 million bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/t7xwRtyLyzI/ILFC-prices-12bn-senior-notes.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3165246/ILFC-prices-12bn-senior-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AA prices $664 million EETC</title><description>American Airlines matches 10-year pricing record on its latest deal – the first EETC to be launched by an airline while in bankruptcy. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tyQiIuLHifw/AA-prices-664-million-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 18:58:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3165008/AA-prices-664-million-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lion Air secures US Ex-Im loan</title><description>Indonesian carrier has secured $1.1bn US Ex-Im guarantee to finance 737 deliveries. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Rvz01r9OWFc/Lion-Air-secures-US-Ex-Im-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:12:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3164887/Lion-Air-secures-US-Ex-Im-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas set to refinance term loan</title><description>JP Morgan arranged a lender’s call yesterday to launch a refinancing of a $438 million term loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/08mAJo8P2l0/Awas-set-to-refinance-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 11:28:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3164666/Awas-set-to-refinance-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates plans Sukuk</title><description>UAE-based airline Emirates has mandated banks for an Islamic bond launch. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/k6igszyWk48/Emirates-plans-Sukuk.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3164654/Emirates-plans-Sukuk.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC prices US Ex-Im bond </title><description>The $76.53 million bond will bear interest at 1.617% per annum.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DYk0J00-Qto/ALC-prices-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:23:54 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3164087/ALC-prices-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Capital markets survey: The aviation paper chase</title><description>Historically low interest levels have pushed capital markets pricing down, and investors are hungry for airline and lessor paper. Aviation credits are using this appetite to launch more deals. Joanna Vickers investigates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iBgIW2dR9e4/Capital-markets-survey-The-aviation-paper-chase.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:21:33 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3163565/Capital-markets-survey-The-aviation-paper-chase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Andrews quits Pimco to launch aviation fund</title><description>Dave Andrews- the guiding force behind Pimco’s aviation investment team has resigned from the firm. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OLZl17t-sOg/Exclusive-Andrews-quits-Pimco-to-launch-aviation-fund.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:14:18 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3162578/Exclusive-Andrews-quits-Pimco-to-launch-aviation-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier profit tumbles 93% </title><description>The manufacturer’s Q4 profit has plunged over restructuring charge.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-ChF3rixdYE/Bombardier-profit-tumbles-93.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:39:13 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3162037/Bombardier-profit-tumbles-93.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin launches EUR120mn bond</title><description>The convertible bond has a maturity of six years.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FhzJVE0g76s/Air-Berlin-launches-EUR120mn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:04:46 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3161925/Air-Berlin-launches-EUR120mn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG issues EETC RFP</title><description>The airline group is seeking a liquidity facility provider for its planned EETC to finance upcoming British Airways deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/i4ZELP4lxDo/IAG-issues-EETC-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3162073/IAG-issues-EETC-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First Coface-backed bond prices </title><description>Banks have priced a Coface-backed bond for Emirates to finance the delivery of one A380. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/klA73v6yjEU/First-Coface-backed-bond-prices.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3161670/First-Coface-backed-bond-prices.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Chinese banks pricing just low enough</title><description>To win domestic business, Chinese banks do not have to be overly aggressive on pricing to beat international banks to commercial debt mandates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8LvrgE8LWYg/Analysis-Chinese-banks-pricing-just-low-enough.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 11:17:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3159332/Analysis-Chinese-banks-pricing-just-low-enough.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KAL issues debut US Ex-Im bond</title><description>The bond is the carrier's first US Ex-Im bond, as well as the first Asian pre-funded bond and the first pre-funded bond to have a floating rate.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BUErnXmwQXQ/KAL-issues-debut-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3159262/KAL-issues-debut-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chris Leeds sets up air finance advisory firm</title><description>The former BTMU banker is setting up his own financial advisory firm, Aviation Finance Solutions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9kACB5F1njc/Chris-Leeds-sets-up-air-finance-advisory-firm.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:41:29 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3158516/Chris-Leeds-sets-up-air-finance-advisory-firm.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG preps EETC</title><description>The airline group is said to have mandated banks on a potential EETC to finance British Airways deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/h2tVotA3lD0/IAG-preps-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3158485/IAG-preps-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways will seek to refinance term loan</title><description>The carrier will look to refinance a $1.14 billion term loan before merger with AA closes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CzxZeeS01qY/US-Airways-will-seek-to-refinance-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:26:17 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3157832/US-Airways-will-seek-to-refinance-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China issues RFP</title><description>The carrier is seeking financing to cover deliveries from H2 2103 up to Q1 2014.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MYuaBY2mkVg/Air-China-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3157167/Air-China-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export credit survey:Finding ECA alternatives </title><description>The new aircraft sector understanding will impact on how airlines and banks approach export credit agency debt. Alfonso Olivas examines what this could mean for the air finance market and alterative financing structures. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o-IP_kON1ew/Export-credit-surveyFinding-ECA-alternatives.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3157532/Export-credit-surveyFinding-ECA-alternatives.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>French bank survey:The French banking evolution</title><description>Despite dire predictions to the contrary, French banks arranged nearly $9 billion in aviation debt in 2012 - putting them among the top five lenders globally. Dickon Harris reviews the aviation portfolio of last year's top three French lenders. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MZiUZvqXHVE/French-bank-surveyThe-French-banking-evolution.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3157522/French-bank-surveyThe-French-banking-evolution.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern issues short-term bonds</title><description>The carrier is raising $80.2 million from the ultra short-term bonds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/x7hib9Ud-lM/China-Southern-issues-short-term-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2013 13:31:59 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3156794/China-Southern-issues-short-term-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Lufthansa issues RFP</title><description>Bids to finance five Airbus jets are due by the end of this week.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vQDKS4Rx6VU/Update-Lufthansa-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2013 13:09:19 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3156785/Update-Lufthansa-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sanad secures $169mn loan </title><description>Abu Dhabi-based lessor will use the funds for engine lease deal with Etihad. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9ZDYxROA2gM/Sanad-secures-169mn-loan.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:38:19 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3154491/Sanad-secures-169mn-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FastJet raises $6.2mn </title><description>Low cost African airline raises working capital through share issuance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D1gig6cV0fk/FastJet-raises-62mn.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:07:23 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3154424/FastJet-raises-62mn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM issues RFP</title><description>The Dutch flag carrier is seeking financing on one 777.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CDRfTDaag0k/KLM-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:03:12 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3154380/KLM-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GOL prices $200mn bond</title><description>Brazilian airline issues unsecured 10-year bonds.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YWcCbW8rfa8/GOL-prices-200mn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2013 09:52:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3153871/GOL-prices-200mn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Air Canada preps EETC</title><description>Canadian carrier looks set to be the first non-US airline to directly issue a EETC.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PvtsgsD5pfk/Exclusive-Air-Canada-preps-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3153946/Exclusive-Air-Canada-preps-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hainan Airlines launches debut dollar bond</title><description>The $560 million bond priced at 3.625% and matures in February 2020.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Yn6gTqdUCEc/Hainan-Airlines-launches-debut-dollar-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:20:26 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3153564/Hainan-Airlines-launches-debut-dollar-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Apollo Aviation raises $595 million</title><description>Apollo managing director reveals more details on the fund. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mHvEbbDwRq4/Update-Apollo-Aviation-raises-595-million.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 09:57:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3153411/Update-Apollo-Aviation-raises-595-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Apollo Aviation raises $595 million </title><description>The asset manager plans to acquire mid-life commercial aircraft for lease or disassembly. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_lqXRBnheVg/Apollo-Aviation-raises-595-million.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3151822/Apollo-Aviation-raises-595-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bahrain Air may take $21mn cash injection </title><description>Gulf carrier is in talks with the government to regain full traffic rights. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pp8dUkN_FRc/Bahrain-Air-may-take-21mn-cash-injection.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3151341/Bahrain-Air-may-take-21mn-cash-injection.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HNA Group might place Neo/Max order</title><description>The group may order up to 200 fuel efficient jets for its aviation subsidiaries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VYVa1mQddlk/HNA-Group-might-place-NeoMax-order.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3151247/HNA-Group-might-place-NeoMax-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates launches $750mn bond </title><description>Dubai-based carrier issues amortising senior unsecured notes.     </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zp6y6bM1xrc/Emirates-launches-750mn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:29:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3150316/Emirates-launches-750mn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>NAS reveals financing strategy </title><description>The carrier’s CFO says NAS will explore Ex- Im bonds, EETCs and Jolcos.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vKBll9WVMP8/NAS-reveals-financing-strategy.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:49:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3150260/NAS-reveals-financing-strategy.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion acquires third A330</title><description>The widebody is the last of three Deucalion is buying from Malaysia.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8_PlPwGX2XM/Deucalion-acquires-third-A330.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:10:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3150021/Deucalion-acquires-third-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing sees 14% Q4 revenue rise </title><description>The manufacturer does not expect significant impact from the 787 grounding. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VP8t7Qe-VOM/Boeing-sees-14-Q4-revenue-rise.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:02:36 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3149472/Boeing-sees-14-Q4-revenue-rise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeronautics Fund plans $60mn in acquisitions</title><description>The hedge fund is looking at two 14 year-old 737NGs at the moment.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yUkyD8D3QK4/Aeronautics-Fund-plans-60mn-in-acquisitions.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:04:05 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3149101/Aeronautics-Fund-plans-60mn-in-acquisitions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC issues $400mn senior notes</title><description>US lessor issues 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2020. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zUodXSXT5zk/ALC-issues-400mn-senior-notes.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 15:20:56 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3148553/ALC-issues-400mn-senior-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal analysis: Gecas prices $650 million ABS </title><description>Lessor's asset-backed securitisation prices at 101% of par.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xEuzfDDOmq4/Deal-analysis-Gecas-prices-650-million-ABS.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3148160/Deal-analysis-Gecas-prices-650-million-ABS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Final call for 2012 Deal of the Year Awards submissions </title><description>The deadline for submissions is only a few days away. Please send nominations for the best deals of 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mQzWryfTh6k/Final-call-for-2012-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards-submissions.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:11:22 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3147188/Final-call-for-2012-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards-submissions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean mandates A330 financing</title><description>Credit Agricole and KfW Ipex are joint  lead arrangers on the deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/b5slM34rOTo/Korean-mandates-A330-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:05:32 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3147155/Korean-mandates-A330-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad reveals funding plans </title><description>Gulf carrier will issue RFPs for five narrowbodies next month. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PJt7S_Kp7bc/Etihad-reveals-funding-plans.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:44:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3147144/Etihad-reveals-funding-plans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG keen to access the capital markets </title><description>The group's fleet is presently primarily financed through bank debt. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/z2Q27lF_3_M/IAG-keen-to-access-the-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3146572/IAG-keen-to-access-the-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG closes $300 million senior notes issue </title><description>ACG closes $300 million senior notes issue </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fIBmZJI48wg/ACG-closes-300-million-senior-notes-issue.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:04:44 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3145432/ACG-closes-300-million-senior-notes-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dublin day 2 highlights</title><description>The latest deals and news from 15th Annual Airfinance Conference Dublin 2013.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9CZM_uOpOJE/Dublin-day-2-highlights.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3145436/Dublin-day-2-highlights.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas closes $600 million ABS</title><description>First operating lessor to sign an asset-backed securitisation since 2008. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/k2KZ2336Yto/Gecas-closes-600-million-ABS.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3145414/Gecas-closes-600-million-ABS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dublin Conference: EETCs to diversify </title><description>Financiers expect to see new types of EETC deals with older collateral and higher levels of junior risk.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/b5BgrdCSzQs/Dublin-Conference-EETCs-to-diversify.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3144445/Dublin-Conference-EETCs-to-diversify.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Highlights from Dublin Day 1</title><description>Stories from the 15th Annual Global Airfinance Conference Dublin 2013. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PWe3DSyA03U/Highlights-from-Dublin-Day-1.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3144724/Highlights-from-Dublin-Day-1.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring eyes domestic bonds</title><description>The carrier is still waiting to launch an IPO, but may consider domestic bonds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EJjhWw5HLlY/Spring-eyes-domestic-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:45:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3144034/Spring-eyes-domestic-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China to issue bonds</title><description>The carrier plans to raise $804 million by issuing 10-year bonds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UiXqrNtPuyE/Air-China-to-issue-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:53:31 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3143474/Air-China-to-issue-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: ECA pricing “collapses”</title><description>The success of ECA-backed bonds has caused a pricing drop across all aviation export credit agency debt, say financiers. But Airfinance Journal asks how long can the capital market continue to push down ECA margins? </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BCveclIGGgE/Analysis-ECA-pricing-collapses.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:00:09 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3143454/Analysis-ECA-pricing-collapses.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon forms JV with Wells Fargo</title><description>New joint venture aims to have $500 million portfolio of aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kGzBXOsxJHY/Avolon-forms-JV-with-Wells-Fargo.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:51:23 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3143036/Avolon-forms-JV-with-Wells-Fargo.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier issues $2bn senior notes</title><description>Canadian manufacturer’s notes are due to mature in 2016 and 2023. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wCdc9SqrRRQ/Bombardier-issues-2bn-senior-notes.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:55:55 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3142802/Bombardier-issues-2bn-senior-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Aircastle signs revolving credit facility</title><description>Lessor has not yet deployed $150 million credit line. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fg_x1krIV3k/Update-Aircastle-signs-revolving-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:39:52 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3142233/Update-Aircastle-signs-revolving-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux to apply for Ex-Im backing</title><description>The cargo carrier plans to apply for backing on at least two 747-8Fs due to deliver this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fHujq8QLT28/Cargolux-to-apply-for-Ex-Im-backing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2013 16:26:43 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3140891/Cargolux-to-apply-for-Ex-Im-backing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB chief sees favourable outlook for 2013</title><description>Bank’s CEO bases optimistic aviation outlook on air passenger growth.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uRh-bSFFWTQ/DVB-chief-sees-favourable-outlook-for-2013.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 16:37:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3140366/DVB-chief-sees-favourable-outlook-for-2013.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The right time to exit leasing</title><description>A flurry of new capital bought into the leasing world last year.  Lessors' private equity backers should not expect a repeat in 2013, writes Jamie Bullen. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nZEFw4YD3xQ/The-right-time-to-exit-leasing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3140284/The-right-time-to-exit-leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alliance enters into new finance facilities</title><description>The facilities are guaranteed by Australia and New Zealand Banking Corporation and Commonwealth Bank of Australia.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JrsRZe_ZLGA/Alliance-enters-into-new-finance-facilities.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:49:59 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3139542/Alliance-enters-into-new-finance-facilities.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>NAS and ING close second financing package</title><description>Norwegian Air Shuttle has mandated ING on an approximately $245 million financing package.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6OTTox4guJs/NAS-and-ING-close-second-financing-package.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:02:56 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3139389/NAS-and-ING-close-second-financing-package.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeronautics Fund eyes further deals</title><description>The hedge fund is looking to buy four narrowbodies in the next two months.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vEp52iDCnnU/Aeronautics-Fund-eyes-further-deals.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2013 18:12:29 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3139043/Aeronautics-Fund-eyes-further-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern starting to mandate</title><description>The carrier is starting to select winning bids on its $3.6 billion RFP.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BpXhkgDH3go/China-Southern-starting-to-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:23:13 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3138175/China-Southern-starting-to-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hawaiian Airlines closes A330 financing</title><description>DVB Bank SE is acting as mandated lead arranger.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sSTvGSvfbrM/Hawaiian-Airlines-closes-A330-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2013 11:21:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3138076/Hawaiian-Airlines-closes-A330-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France closes two Jolcos</title><description>ING is acting as debt provider on the Jolcos which are recycling a previous loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BbCcRiapd9Q/Air-France-closes-two-Jolcos.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3138214/Air-France-closes-two-Jolcos.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kuwait Airways privatisation approved</title><description>The carrier has been seeking to go private since 2008.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jdO59FVgynA/Kuwait-Airways-privatisation-approved.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2013 16:14:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3137696/Kuwait-Airways-privatisation-approved.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BA issues home rule RFP</title><description>The carrier has approached the market to secure two A380s allowed to be funded under ECA backed loans.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/S4UF2QIeidM/BA-issues-home-rule-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3137692/BA-issues-home-rule-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lot granted $126mn state loan </title><description>Polish flag carrier will receive government bail-out, pending on EU approvals.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/agv2ho-32VE/Lot-granted-126mn-state-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 13:15:07 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3137059/Lot-granted-126mn-state-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Reminder: Submissions for 2012 Deal of the Year Awards </title><description>Nominations are now open for the best deals of 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8p39FFV2ItA/Reminder-Submissions-for-2012-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3137267/Reminder-Submissions-for-2012-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: DVB sues Indian authorities</title><description>Aviation authorities have not yet deregistered two aircraft repossessed from Kingfisher. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mPvsbkAgiZk/Update-DVB-sues-Indian-authorities.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3137042/Update-DVB-sues-Indian-authorities.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Citi funds Aeroflot A330s</title><description>Euler Hermes backs Citi financing of five A330s for Aeroflot. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ORL_AJ_26LI/Update-Citi-funds-Aeroflot-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2013 12:51:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3136358/Update-Citi-funds-Aeroflot-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals Database: Free quarterly report</title><description>A report analysing the industry in Q3 2012 is available free to download. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pVzPg8JbUkM/Deals-Database-Free-quarterly-report.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:59:54 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3135878/Deals-Database-Free-quarterly-report.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Valc takes A321</title><description>The narowbody delivered on December 19. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ExPMgP6_AnM/Valc-takes-A321.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3135781/Valc-takes-A321.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE closes portfolio</title><description>DVB Bank and PK Air Finance closed a 16 aircraft portfolio refinancing for DAE.
 
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hNWyIZguU4k/DAE-closes-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:22:11 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3134362/DAE-closes-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE refinances 777s</title><description>DVB and Chinatrust have refinanced two DAE owned Boeing 777-300ERs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ApJ2tvPG804/DAE-refinances-777s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3134390/DAE-refinances-777s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Season's greetings from Airfinance Journal</title><description>Airfinance Journal is taking a Christmas break and will resume normal news service again on January 2 2013.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FhhSelnAL40/Seasons-greetings-from-Airfinance-Journal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3134650/Seasons-greetings-from-Airfinance-Journal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM refinances 737</title><description>The Dutch carrier has used a Japanese operating lease with call option (Jolco) to refinance one 2000 vintage narrowbody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BVuNsyoPIO4/KLM-refinances-737.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:06:02 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3133812/KLM-refinances-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal analysis: Continental prices super C certificate </title><description>Taking advantage of investor appetite Continental Airlines has priced a super C certificate ï¿½the first junior certificate to combine two EETCs in over a decade. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uzxILUDtW10/Deal-analysis-Continental-prices-super-C-certificate.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3133782/Deal-analysis-Continental-prices-super-C-certificate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JetBlue closes A320 financing </title><description>DVB arranged the senior debt financing for the narrowbody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5zpCBmRWSEo/JetBlue-closes-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:36:40 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3132864/JetBlue-closes-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing raises dividend 10%</title><description>The US manufacturer has resumed its stock repurchase programme. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Cq-DZlmZmBY/Boeing-raises-dividend-10.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 11:59:37 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3132756/Boeing-raises-dividend-10.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern set to issue bonds</title><description>The airline has received approval from the CSRC.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mdYEGTibNTk/China-Eastern-set-to-issue-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 17:02:50 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3132396/China-Eastern-set-to-issue-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Estonian to receive state aid</title><description>The government will lend $10.9 million to the flag carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uv0rHZsUCzs/Estonian-to-receive-state-aid.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:28:29 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3132270/Estonian-to-receive-state-aid.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bahrain Air picks BMI Bank </title><description>Gulf airline appoints local BMI Bank to advise on capital boost. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yue-81u5qxY/Bahrain-Air-picks-BMI-Bank.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:36:32 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3132262/Bahrain-Air-picks-BMI-Bank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jazeera issues equity</title><description>Kuwaiti airline offers shares to raise $148.9 million in capital. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dQwp1q-nTyY/Jazeera-issues-equity.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:09:32 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3132217/Jazeera-issues-equity.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap signs $200mn PDP </title><description>The lessor will use the facility to fund ten 737-800s on order. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jNC4rO_I75s/AerCap-signs-200mn-PDP.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:38:21 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3131874/AerCap-signs-200mn-PDP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC prices Ex-Im bond</title><description>The secured notes are raising $287 million to fund two widebodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7DNkSpXEk1I/ILFC-prices-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 13:40:44 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3131690/ILFC-prices-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Podcast: Expect lessors to tap US capital market in 2013</title><description>In a free podcast on the Airfinance Network JP Morgan analyst Mark Streeter explains why lessors will continue to issue bonds next year.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LIGmtgWu0EE/Podcast-Expect-lessors-to-tap-US-capital-market-in-2013.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 13:18:37 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3131679/Podcast-Expect-lessors-to-tap-US-capital-market-in-2013.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thomas Cook closes A330 deal</title><description>DVB is financing two 1999-vinatge jets for the carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SzXItmdpKEg/Thomas-Cook-closes-A330-deal.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:00:41 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3130377/Thomas-Cook-closes-A330-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nominations for 2012 Deal of the Year Awards </title><description>Call for submissions for the best deals of 2012. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fFP2C1Kd5Ng/Nominations-for-2012-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3130281/Nominations-for-2012-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas issues $1.7bn secured note</title><description>Lessor’s note secured against 137 leased aircraft.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_07D_zjR2fM/Gecas-issues-17bn-secured-note.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3129673/Gecas-issues-17bn-secured-note.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jazeera plans share offering </title><description>Kuwaiti airline hopes to raise $64 million through equity issue. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CMngEOR6uf0/Jazeera-plans-share-offering.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:04:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3129224/Jazeera-plans-share-offering.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France-KLM places EUR500mn bond </title><description>This issue is led by CACIB, HSBC, ING, Natixis, Rabobank and RBS.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U3zpTD20dTk/Air-France-KLM-places-EUR500mn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 13:30:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3128455/Air-France-KLM-places-EUR500mn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing sees future in regional debt</title><description>US manufacturer predicts 63% of 2013 financing will come from outside Europe. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XOeI6C6Hb9k/Boeing-sees-future-in-regional-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3128431/Boeing-sees-future-in-regional-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas closes PDP for 737s</title><description>Credit Agricole is providing the pre-delivery payment for five 737-800s. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3phSklkfZ-c/Awas-closes-PDP-for-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:43:02 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3127936/Awas-closes-PDP-for-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fastjet issues equity</title><description>Newly launched African carrier launches $4 million share issuance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GG2nP9br9N8/Fastjet-issues-equity.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:04:58 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3127640/Fastjet-issues-equity.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap repurchases eight million shares </title><description>The purchases were made under the previously announced repurchase program under which AerCap could purchase up to $200 million of its ordinary shares.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lXxUIimusZQ/AerCap-repurchases-eight-million-shares.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3127729/AerCap-repurchases-eight-million-shares.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France closes Jolco</title><description>BNP Paribas is acting as lease arranger.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HKv_O4u7m6g/Air-France-closes-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3127566/Air-France-closes-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airbus’s absent bond product “hurting customers”</title><description>Kostya Zolotusky, MD, BCC, says that he is surprised Airbus have not been able to deliver  a similar product.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bZoBIAO7Zyc/Airbuss-absent-bond-product-hurting-customers.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:01:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3126503/Airbuss-absent-bond-product-hurting-customers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SAS refinances three A330s</title><description>Scandinavian carrier  signs $125 million secured loan facility to refinance jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4jIW1yl5Jto/SAS-refinances-three-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 16:33:08 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3126473/SAS-refinances-three-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Onex acquires 50% stake in BBAM </title><description>Private equity firm pays $165 million to secure BBAM stake. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZLm1HAEIueM/Update-Onex-acquires-50-stake-in-BBAM.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3126501/Update-Onex-acquires-50-stake-in-BBAM.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EC investigates Adria restructuring</title><description>The European Commission investigates four capital injections into the carrier.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pLLkLZsdYdo/EC-investigates-Adria-restructuring.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:23:50 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3125288/EC-investigates-Adria-restructuring.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airfinance Journal – November 2012 </title><description>Highlights from the November 2012 print edition of Airfinance Journal. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/s-kEhkf8aDU/Airfinance-JournalNovember-2012.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3125250/Airfinance-JournalNovember-2012.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Conference Report: Tapping Asian liquidity </title><description>Asian carriers are driving profits for the industry but these carriers have had largely to look to the US or Europe to find banks willing to offer long-term debt to finance aircraft deliveries – until now. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ocHwY1dbhwQ/Conference-Report-Tapping-Asian-liquidity.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3124497/Conference-Report-Tapping-Asian-liquidity.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal analysis: Emirates leases A380-800</title><description>Carrier agrees lease with Hannover leasing funded through the German KG market.   </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/I6qyOUgoHBw/Deal-analysis-Emirates-leases-A380-800.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3124357/Deal-analysis-Emirates-leases-A380-800.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG closes $805mn RCF</title><description>The revolving credit facility (RCF) was solely structured by Citi. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/T13KUIP3WKo/IAG-closes-805mn-RCF.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3124165/IAG-closes-805mn-RCF.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Poll reminder: ECA bonds - higher or lower?</title><description>With Coface and UK Export Finance set to back bonds before the end of year, the question is how will they compare to US Ex-Im backed bonds. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fFF2slIQIZo/Poll-reminder-ECA-bonds-higher-or-lower.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3124235/Poll-reminder-ECA-bonds-higher-or-lower.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MAS proposes $1 billion rights issue </title><description>The carrier’s shares have slumped 20% after the announcement. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DHlAMVspz7g/MAS-proposes-1-billion-rights-issue.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:38:58 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3123838/MAS-proposes-1-billion-rights-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Government approves Croatia Airlines capital injection</title><description>The Croatian Government has approved the $136 million capital injection.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_45vDmbMjds/Government-approves-Croatia-Airlines-capital-injection.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:23:38 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3123170/Government-approves-Croatia-Airlines-capital-injection.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeronautics Fund to consign A320</title><description>The narrowbody is set to be parted out by Tarmac Aerosave, and is the fourth jet to be acquired by the hedge fund. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/E6ZYDQX3GxU/Aeronautics-Fund-to-consign-A320.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:24:20 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3122950/Aeronautics-Fund-to-consign-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avation secures ATR financing</title><description>The tuboprop is being financed under an export credit agency (ECA) guarantee. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3AwsnwTMvQk/Avation-secures-ATR-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:04:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3122527/Avation-secures-ATR-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>S&amp;P upgrades United debt rating</title><description>The ratings agency revises its outlook on United Continental’s senior unsecured debt.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bEkNGalt2jY/S-P-upgrades-United-debt-rating.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2012 17:31:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3122149/S-P-upgrades-United-debt-rating.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ECA bonds: Higher or lower?</title><description>With Coface and UK Export Finance set to back bonds before the end of year, the question is how will they compare to US Ex-Im backed bonds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JBugzMf5DKM/ECA-bonds-Higher-or-lower.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2012 17:25:07 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3122148/ECA-bonds-Higher-or-lower.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Croatia Airlines to receive capital injection </title><description>The carrier will cut its workforce by 10% in an attempt to save $53 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vr-YY3wgkyw/Update-Croatia-Airlines-to-receive-capital-injection.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:07:20 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3121919/Update-Croatia-Airlines-to-receive-capital-injection.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Synergy mandates A330 PDPs</title><description>The Brazilian based firm has nine A330s on order.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KJ7E87Kq2Ss/Synergy-mandates-A330-PDPs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:09:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3121224/Synergy-mandates-A330-PDPs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Royal Jordanian takes A320 </title><description>The delivery concludes a deal with lessor Awas for seven aircraft. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/t69aSBNIy_o/Update-Royal-Jordanian-takes-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:02:56 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3121220/Update-Royal-Jordanian-takes-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China issues US Ex-Im bond </title><description>Chinese carrier approaches the US capital markets again to refinance a 777-300ER. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DiHNp_FQuik/Air-China-issues-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2012 18:04:50 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120971/Air-China-issues-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Croatia Airlines to receive capital injection</title><description>The Croatian government to offer $135 million to the state owned carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LrU6ftAPcM4/Croatia-Airlines-to-receive-capital-injection.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:37:15 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120940/Croatia-Airlines-to-receive-capital-injection.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UTair Finance issues $95 million bond</title><description>The bond coupon rate is 11.75% per annum. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-diYfxsBzko/UTair-Finance-issues-95-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2012 13:22:33 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120677/UTair-Finance-issues-95-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MAS lines up $1.73bn bond</title><description>Malaysia Airlines secures government-backed Islamic bond facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KcTX3JHYNDI/MAS-lines-up-173bn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120680/MAS-lines-up-173bn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: DVB Bank reports 7.8% net income rise </title><description>Bertrand Grabowski talks aviation highlights and risks for 2012.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/oRHI7LtwPzI/Update-DVB-Bank-reports-78-net-income-rise.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120584/Update-DVB-Bank-reports-78-net-income-rise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion to part out ex-Monarch jets</title><description>One A300 and one A320 will be parted out at UAM and TES.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iuu9BUNFlx0/Deucalion-to-part-out-ex-Monarch-jets.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:20:22 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120273/Deucalion-to-part-out-ex-Monarch-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Snapshot interview: Euler Hermes’ Stephan Cors </title><description>Airfinance Journal speaks to the ECA’s head of unit, aviation risk about ECA backed bonds, the NASU and their securitization guarantee. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SZW1MERRmzY/Snapshot-interview-Euler-Hermes-Stephan-Cors.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 09:48:20 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3119945/Snapshot-interview-Euler-Hermes-Stephan-Cors.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese carriers look at domestic bonds</title><description>Air China and China Eastern have not yet issued a 2013 requests for proposals (RFP). Instead they may tap the domestic capital markets to finance H1 2013 deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/r9_jqz8PUKc/Chinese-carriers-look-at-domestic-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120029/Chinese-carriers-look-at-domestic-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal analysis: Latam prices floating rate Ex-Im bond </title><description>Latin carrier gambles that interest rates will stay low as it refinances three 767-300ERs. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MQCVP4UJs_M/Deal-analysis-Latam-prices-floating-rate-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3120316/Deal-analysis-Latam-prices-floating-rate-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investec closes $500mn aircraft fund</title><description>Investec may expand the fund by $150 million through a second offering.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Rpp_KSd1Y1s/Investec-closes-500mn-aircraft-fund.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:48:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3119723/Investec-closes-500mn-aircraft-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Fly Leasing posts $29mn loss</title><description>A sub-par utilitization rate and costs caused by interest swap on its 2007 warehouse facility have dragged down the Dublin-based lessor’s Q3 results. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/79yhvA5fbvc/Analysis-Fly-Leasing-posts-29mn-loss.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3118383/Analysis-Fly-Leasing-posts-29mn-loss.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal analysis: Fly closes $250mn warehouse facility </title><description>The lessor will use the capital to exclusively support newer aircraft purchases. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JfjKrwz35oY/Deal-analysis-Fly-closes-250mn-warehouse-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3118244/Deal-analysis-Fly-closes-250mn-warehouse-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier reports revenue decline </title><description>The Canadian manufacturer’s profit for Q3 2012 has increased to $212 million despite a drop in its revenue.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UdbRB3u37WQ/Bombardier-reports-revenue-decline.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2012 14:02:34 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3117651/Bombardier-reports-revenue-decline.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB Bank reports 7.8% net income rise </title><description>Bank sets aside Eu53.3 million for potential credit losses as it cites tough market conditions in shipping.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OZepEqlMHTo/DVB-Bank-reports-78-net-income-rise.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3117574/DVB-Bank-reports-78-net-income-rise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal analysis: Lot acquires Dreamliners</title><description>Apple Bank funds five Boeing 787s for the Polish carrier. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IOufbNghr1g/Deal-analysis-Lot-acquires-Dreamliners.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3114514/Deal-analysis-Lot-acquires-Dreamliners.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HKAC bid on JSA</title><description>The lessor was in the race to acquire Jackson Square Aviation (JSA).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lD7WeJ23fWY/HKAC-bid-on-JSA.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3112936/HKAC-bid-on-JSA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aercap signs $160 million credit facility </title><description>The facility will cover five 737-800s to be leased to American Airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9Ny9lgZxCw8/Aercap-signs-160-million-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:11:56 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3112470/Aercap-signs-160-million-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Coface bond "available"</title><description>A presentation by BNP at the Asia Pacific Airfinance conference states that ECAs could soon be backing guaranteed bonds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6Xk3PU8RARM/Coface-bond-available.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 10:19:33 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3112390/Coface-bond-available.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China approved for share sale </title><description>The carrier has gained state regulator’s approval for a $168.1 million share sale. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RsKDfS556i0/Air-China-approved-for-share-sale.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2012 12:15:54 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3111716/Air-China-approved-for-share-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM closes Jolco</title><description>The carrier has financed two 2000 vintage 737s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C83-uuwyA7M/KLM-closes-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:14:12 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3109198/KLM-closes-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Lend us a tenor </title><description>Commercial debt tenors are shortening, Jamie Bullen investigates what shorter-term loans may mean for the industry. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ra_Rz1y32_o/Analysis-Lend-us-a-tenor.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3109114/Analysis-Lend-us-a-tenor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The hungriest airlines for air finance</title><description>The Deals Database examines Boeing and Airbus' order books to present a list of the top airlines with immediately pending aircraft deliveries. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/31nnpsHV5GQ/The-hungriest-airlines-for-air-finance.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3109106/The-hungriest-airlines-for-air-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>15 moments that shook airfinance</title><description>As the Dublin Airfinance Conference reaches its 15th anniversary Alasdair Whyte looks back over seminal moments that shaped aviation over the last 15 years. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HvzN-wNcn-Q/15-moments-that-shook-airfinance.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3108626/15-moments-that-shook-airfinance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal analysis: Atlas Air to issue new bond for Q4 delivery</title><description>The US operator tells Dickon Harris it is bullish about the cargo market as it preps another US Ex-Im  bond for a scheduled 747-8F delivery.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/s0ORPleIIWc/Deal-analysis-Atlas-Air-to-issue-new-bond-for-Q4-delivery.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3108257/Deal-analysis-Atlas-Air-to-issue-new-bond-for-Q4-delivery.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Awas buys Qantas’ A330 </title><description>The aircraft is on a long-term lease to Australian carrier Qantas. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CfD3UXPQLDU/Update-Awas-buys-Qantas-A330.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2012 16:23:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3107846/Update-Awas-buys-Qantas-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Adrian Hilliard retires</title><description>SMBC’s assistant general manager is retiring after 26 years involvement in aircraft and asset finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mdFxpl1Blsg/Adrian-Hilliard-retires.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:20:32 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3107018/Adrian-Hilliard-retires.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Ex-Im approves record number of guarantees</title><description>North American ECA confirms fourth-straight record breaking year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/eFtBsoGR_0s/US-Ex-Im-approves-record-number-of-guarantees.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2012 17:12:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3106597/US-Ex-Im-approves-record-number-of-guarantees.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion acquires first of three A330s</title><description>The former MAS operated widebodies will be parted out.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lsv3OEB9pv0/Deucalion-acquires-first-of-three-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3105165/Deucalion-acquires-first-of-three-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: The Latin love for ECA financing</title><description>More than half of South American aircraft deliveries in the past 12 months have relied on export credit agency financing. Dickon Harris asks whether this is a trend that will continue. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6blXYF_Yn_0/Feature-The-Latin-love-for-ECA-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3103628/Feature-The-Latin-love-for-ECA-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC announces new $2.3bn facility</title><description>The new $2.3 billion unsecured revolving credit facility replaces a $2 billion credit facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o5Hdd_tKUVk/ILFC-announces-new-23bn-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Oct 2012 10:05:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3101194/ILFC-announces-new-23bn-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flydubai secures Ex-Im loan guarantee</title><description>US Export-Import Bank has authorized a $117.5 million loan guarantee for one 737-800.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IWPRHdYw7vk/Flydubai-secures-Ex-Im-loan-guarantee.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:05:44 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3100937/Flydubai-secures-Ex-Im-loan-guarantee.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CDB leasing closes first Jolco</title><description>Rare Jolco for a Chinese lessor secures three 737-800s. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o6NVOPiflDI/CDB-leasing-closes-first-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:01:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3100935/CDB-leasing-closes-first-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirAsia plans IPOs</title><description>Subsidiaries AirAsia X and Indonesia AirAsia will launch IPOs raising up to $450 million in 2013. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FqTQ56r298c/AirAsia-plans-IPOs.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 17:39:33 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3100912/AirAsia-plans-IPOs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BAE-EADS merger cancelled </title><description>European politicians were unable to resolve a dispute over future levels of influence in the firm. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TIkOhs4clow/BAE-EADS-merger-cancelled.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:00:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3100782/BAE-EADS-merger-cancelled.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>S&amp;P upgrades Awas rating to BB+ </title><description>Ratings agency increases lessor rating to BB+ after lessor boosts equity. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CMqERnrlck8/S-P-upgrades-Awas-rating-to-BB+.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:37:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3100060/S-P-upgrades-Awas-rating-to-BB+.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India bond delayed</title><description>The national airline has postponed bid submissions for a $1.43 billion bond issuance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WhWJmZ835tw/Air-India-bond-delayed.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:22:21 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3100043/Air-India-bond-delayed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Arabia closes A320 financing</title><description>Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation is financing the two jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fL8rEEmhuis/Air-Arabia-closes-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2012 14:17:32 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3099594/Air-Arabia-closes-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Mitsubishi UFJ to buy JSA</title><description>The lessor is to be sold for about $1.3 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4vIooVd15ss/Mitsubishi-UFJ-to-buy-JSA.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3098185/Mitsubishi-UFJ-to-buy-JSA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pamela Smith leaves Deutsche</title><description>Richard Moody has replaced Pamela Smith at the bank.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qIjtNZfooZU/Pamela-Smith-leaves-Deutsche.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2012 10:13:19 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3097629/Pamela-Smith-leaves-Deutsche.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THY to shortlist by end of week </title><description>The carrier will decide preferred banks for its 21 aircraft RFP</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BjxWhu8dX50/THY-to-shortlist-by-end-of-week.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2012 10:09:25 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3097628/THY-to-shortlist-by-end-of-week.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Atlas Air closes Ex-Im bond</title><description>US carrier secures one Boeing 747-8F. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OAQ6AWTVLiM/Atlas-Air-closes-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3097655/Atlas-Air-closes-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Coface’s debut bond to close by year end</title><description>Deal signing is “just a matter of documentation” says confident financier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1DhTwi93dFU/Cofaces-debut-bond-to-close-by-year-end.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:15:05 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3097348/Cofaces-debut-bond-to-close-by-year-end.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bocomm acquires three jets</title><description>The aircraft were purchased from another lessor.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/P9VS3gaMF0g/Bocomm-acquires-three-jets.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:33:58 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3097273/Bocomm-acquires-three-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta repurchases senior notes</title><description>Delta is trying to take advantage of low interest rates to repay $906.185 million of its outstanding bonds. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XbfTNfGXJzM/Delta-repurchases-senior-notes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 12:24:57 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3097192/Delta-repurchases-senior-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Iata revises 2012 global outlook</title><description>The trade body says improved airline performance will cushion a drop in profits.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VjlK6VvuztU/Iata-revises-2012-global-outlook.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:35:26 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3096742/Iata-revises-2012-global-outlook.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease Finance increases revolver</title><description>Engine lessor upsizes revolving credit facility to $430 million.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/P0S4VYOcN8k/Willis-Lease-Finance-increases-revolver.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3096820/Willis-Lease-Finance-increases-revolver.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spectrum Capital chief steps down</title><description>John Sharman retires from Spectrum Capital to go travelling. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/d_XgNqnWb2M/Spectrum-Capital-chief-steps-down.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:00:18 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3096318/Spectrum-Capital-chief-steps-down.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Doric Asset Finance shortens name</title><description>Doric Asset Finance is now simply Doric.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SfLz1xYAFpY/Doric-Asset-Finance-shortens-name.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:19:02 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3096125/Doric-Asset-Finance-shortens-name.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New capital source for secondary market</title><description>A new player has been set up to play the secondary market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pG-vdQMYBZQ/New-capital-source-for-secondary-market.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2012 13:57:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3095286/New-capital-source-for-secondary-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China closes US Ex-Im bond</title><description>The bond has achieved the lowest coupon rate for a US Ex-Im guaranteed bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cA7jNvKJT60/Air-China-closes-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3095180/Air-China-closes-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Latam confirms UK Export Finance bond</title><description>South American carrier confirms it is set to close ECA-backed bond before the end of 2012. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G8Uidx1U54A/Latam-confirms-UK-Export-Finance-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3094872/Latam-confirms-UK-Export-Finance-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Credit Agricole  launches Eu1bn bond</title><description>Bond is part of a Eu10 billion programme to refinance the bank’s export credit business.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lrIYxJssNLc/Credit-Agricolelaunches-Eu1bn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2012 09:32:07 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3092560/Credit-Agricolelaunches-Eu1bn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC plans bond issuance</title><description>The US lessor will offer $300 million in senior unsecured notes. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Hq-jud850sU/ALC-plans-bond-issuance.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3092752/ALC-plans-bond-issuance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental issues $844mn EETC</title><description>The carrier has launched the EETC to fund the delivery of new aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PgN2pggo-Ps/Continental-issues-844mn-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3091872/Continental-issues-844mn-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease closes $390mn million ABS </title><description>The notes are acquiring 79 aircraft engines from Willis Lease Finance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9d8N5KBz3kQ/Willis-Lease-closes-390mn-million-ABS.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3090596/Willis-Lease-closes-390mn-million-ABS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FirstRand remarketing two 737-500s.</title><description>The narrowbodies are available in December 2012 and January 2013.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/l1D8gN694o8/FirstRand-remarketing-two-737-500s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 16:16:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3090268/FirstRand-remarketing-two-737-500s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CDB Leasing closes portfolio financing </title><description>DVB Merchant Asia has financed the pool of six aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TQhsxBzd8kI/CDB-Leasing-closes-portfolio-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 13:40:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3090139/CDB-Leasing-closes-portfolio-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Carlyle Group buys Landmark Aviation</title><description>US-based private equity firm is to buy MRO provider Landmark Aviation. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AhaprOS7a5c/Carlyle-Group-buys-Landmark-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 10:36:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3090016/Carlyle-Group-buys-Landmark-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>B+ for Continental debt</title><description>Fitch Ratings has affirmed Continental’s aircraft-backed debt at B+.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/O-Ggnh08Yd8/B+-for-Continental-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Sep 2012 11:46:20 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3089485/B+-for-Continental-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: JAL’s $8.5bn IPO</title><description>The IPO will make Japan Airlines the world’s fourth largest carrier by market capitalisation. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7P5UuTmjmio/Update-JALs-85bn-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:51:10 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3088881/Update-JALs-85bn-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG prices Ex-Im bond </title><description>The bond has achieved record low pricing for an US Ex-Im bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/c4atE1Rh-Ug/ACG-prices-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3088525/ACG-prices-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis:  Riding the ECA rush?</title><description>Export credit agency (ECA) debt has never been more popular, writes Dickon Harris, but banks are changing the way they approach ECA-backed financing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D2rWQa5IrJA/AnalysisRiding-the-ECA-rush.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3087333/AnalysisRiding-the-ECA-rush.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: JAL sets IPO at $8.5bn </title><description>The Japanese carrier is launching the second biggest IPO of the year. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0IHI62XwNug/Update-JAL-sets-IPO-at-85bn.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:31:43 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3086922/Update-JAL-sets-IPO-at-85bn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ryanair closes pre-funded US Ex-Im bond </title><description>New investors flock to low cost carrier’s ECA bond which oversubscribes by nearly three times. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_deyqpzjmdA/Ryanair-closes-pre-funded-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2012 17:57:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3085651/Ryanair-closes-pre-funded-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Jetstar approaches market</title><description>Qantas’ low cost subsidiary is looking to finance 18 Airbus narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hhyZVPPSLVA/Update-Jetstar-approaches-market.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3085418/Update-Jetstar-approaches-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Leahy bullish on aviation financing </title><description>Airbus’s Leahy remains confident, despite new ASU rules, about the ability of airlines to access funding for aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/leOinNA2tDQ/Leahy-bullish-on-aviation-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3084318/Leahy-bullish-on-aviation-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lloyds sells Q400</title><description>The 2002 vintage turboprop has been sold to an undisclosed buyer.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Q800S5AhTbM/Lloyds-sells-Q400.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Sep 2012 13:48:58 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3083681/Lloyds-sells-Q400.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Amur Capital names new MD</title><description>Transport bank Amur Capital Management hires managing director.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/e5Y4QyC8wXs/Amur-Capital-names-new-MD.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:44:52 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3082300/Amur-Capital-names-new-MD.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern RFP oversubscribed</title><description>Bids on the $3.6 billion RFP are now in the second round.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/S2qRIUFR8ac/China-Southern-RFP-oversubscribed.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3080781/China-Southern-RFP-oversubscribed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Coface to cover pre-funded bonds</title><description>Both Coface and UK Export Finance are close behind US Ex-Im in providing a pre-funded bond option.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/b3m2afpubYs/Coface-to-cover-pre-funded-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3079360/Coface-to-cover-pre-funded-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Ethiopian may tap capital markets</title><description>Ethiopian Airlines could use US Ex-Im backed bonds to fund Dreamliners. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UVrIpMIXKs0/Analysis-Ethiopian-may-tap-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3078839/Analysis-Ethiopian-may-tap-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Japanese investors crave Jols</title><description>Dickon Harris reports on the ferocious appetite of Japanese investors for aviation debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xzxrW_fyhVw/Analysis-Japanese-investors-crave-Jols.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3078299/Analysis-Japanese-investors-crave-Jols.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC prices unsecured bond</title><description>Lessor returns to debt capital market to repay existing debts. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CFHBkU4t0bI/ILFC-prices-unsecured-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3076960/ILFC-prices-unsecured-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fly closes $395 million secured loan</title><description>Lessor Fly Leasing signs six-year deal secured by 23 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VgHlEuUDsDM/Fly-closes-395-million-secured-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2012 11:44:30 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3076282/Fly-closes-395-million-secured-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Moody’s downgrades Iberia’s notes</title><description>The ratings agency has downgraded Iberbond 2004’s Class A notes to Baa1 from A2.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/t-dSk2Kqxok/Moodys-downgrades-Iberias-notes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 16:11:40 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3074256/Moodys-downgrades-Iberias-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bank of Scotland mandates IBA</title><description>The International Bureau of Aviation is remarketing two 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fRVodaBtMrE/Bank-of-Scotland-mandates-IBA.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 10:47:17 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3074068/Bank-of-Scotland-mandates-IBA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Latam prices pre-funded US Ex-Im bond</title><description>The $287 million pre-funded bond is financing two 777-300Ers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ywqgXNZwRRk/Latam-prices-pre-funded-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3072836/Latam-prices-pre-funded-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>VALC gets A321 ECA financing</title><description>Euler Hermes is guaranteeing the 12-year loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vPYi1nc84Ik/VALC-gets-A321-ECA-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3072843/VALC-gets-A321-ECA-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avation  PLC closes ATR financing</title><description>The turboprop has been financed under an export credit agency (ECA) guaranteed loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6bSFL3AqPzw/AvationPLC-closes-ATR-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2012 10:39:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3070836/AvationPLC-closes-ATR-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: SuperJet-100 threatened by lack of funds</title><description>Sukhoi denies Russian state auditor report and claims it will make a gross profit by 2013. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MZyGitOneVs/Update-SuperJet-100-threatened-by-lack-of-funds.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2012 14:29:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3070201/Update-SuperJet-100-threatened-by-lack-of-funds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ethiopian Airlines secures $1bn financing</title><description>The Ethiopian flag carrier has secured loans for ten Boeing dreamliners.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ursEZlKdbF8/Ethiopian-Airlines-secures-1bn-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2012 12:16:09 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3070120/Ethiopian-Airlines-secures-1bn-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Latam opts for pre-funded 777 US Ex-Im bond </title><description>Latam Airlines states it is “likely” to do a second prefunded US Ex-Im bond to fund two more 777s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/558V9l5J2to/Latam-opts-for-pre-funded-777-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:28:05 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3069558/Latam-opts-for-pre-funded-777-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT Group prices unsecured bond</title><description>CIT Aerospace's parent group issues $3 billion bond to refinance existing debt. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EzEYo_5uT6Y/CIT-Group-prices-unsecured-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3069678/CIT-Group-prices-unsecured-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China closes 777 financing</title><description>HSBC and BTMU are arranging the 12-year US Ex-Im loans.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XJX9X9N_5tI/Air-China-closes-777-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:03:58 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3068878/Air-China-closes-777-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India seeks Dreamliner PDPs</title><description>India’s national flag carrier is looking to secure pre-delivery payments for seven 787s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vtdA2nuEAEc/Air-India-seeks-Dreamliner-PDPs.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3068026/Air-India-seeks-Dreamliner-PDPs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates closes record US Ex-Im-backed bond</title><description>Carrier’s two bonds, worth $509.578 million in total, will fund four 777-300 ERs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RlxHtq8uIzw/Emirates-closes-record-US-Ex-Im-backed-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jul 2012 17:35:46 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3067787/Emirates-closes-record-US-Ex-Im-backed-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Latam Airlines set to receive 767s</title><description>The first of two new aircraft financed by the first pre-funded US Ex-Im backed bond due to deliver later this month.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/or7dytq_4aQ/Latam-Airlines-set-to-receive-767s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3067472/Latam-Airlines-set-to-receive-767s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Atlas Air prices US Ex-Im backed bond </title><description>Bond refinances the delivery of a 747-8F for the American cargo and passenger charter airline.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LKXMtCrE3jA/Atlas-Air-prices-US-Ex-Im-backed-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2012 17:01:15 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3066977/Atlas-Air-prices-US-Ex-Im-backed-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB Bank cancels Moody’s contract </title><description>DVB Bank terminates contracts with Moody’s after it gives the bank a long-term rating three notches below other ratings agencies. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TfgiKuAj1H0/DVB-Bank-cancels-Moodys-contract.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 12:41:40 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3066124/DVB-Bank-cancels-Moodys-contract.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lan closes ECGD-backed deal</title><description>Chilean carrier to acquire six A320s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yU1lVvJbRG0/Lan-closes-ECGD-backed-deal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 17:21:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3065698/Lan-closes-ECGD-backed-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Fly Leasing to raise a $395m term loan </title><description>Fly Leasing mandates five banks for a secured loan and seeks additional investors. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QkfO3KSXTbQ/Update-Fly-Leasing-to-raise-a-395m-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 16:01:13 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3065603/Update-Fly-Leasing-to-raise-a-395m-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Japan conference photos now online</title><description>Photos now online from Airfinance Journal's recent Japan conference. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ixRDMXl89II/Japan-conference-photos-now-online.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3064844/Japan-conference-photos-now-online.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lessors tap unsecured market</title><description>Lessors have sold a total of $3.6 billion of unsecured bonds since January 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dx1o5SHJttk/Lessors-tap-unsecured-market.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3064859/Lessors-tap-unsecured-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG pulls airport slot-backed bond</title><description>Citing a lack of investor demand IAG cancels secured bond issue backed by airport slots. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DwDBiERAWz8/IAG-pulls-airport-slot-backed-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3064386/IAG-pulls-airport-slot-backed-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Video interview: Phil Seymour, IBA Group</title><description>Free video interview with Phil Seymour, President and COO of the appraiser IBA.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Uqj2fonWVyI/Video-interview-Phil-Seymour-IBA-Group.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:52:42 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3063641/Video-interview-Phil-Seymour-IBA-Group.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AMR posts $241mn Q2 loss</title><description>AMR Corporation, parent of American Airlines, announces Q2 losses. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/f1XL_H1N7lw/AMR-posts-241mn-Q2-loss.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:33:59 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3062719/AMR-posts-241mn-Q2-loss.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ryanair mandates pre-funded US Ex-Im bond</title><description>Low cost carrier mandates banks for novel ECA financing structure.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5yx4Eu-LakY/Ryanair-mandates-pre-funded-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 17:18:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3062149/Ryanair-mandates-pre-funded-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Precision Air issues RFP</title><description>The Tanzanian carrier is seeking turboprop financing</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1Kihz81FyQE/Precision-Air-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:20:55 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3061103/Precision-Air-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UTair gets US Ex-Im financing</title><description>The Russian carrier has acquired four 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XlpZnlUkh0c/UTair-gets-US-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:14:29 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3061017/UTair-gets-US-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Comair closes US Ex-Im financing</title><description>The first of two 737-800s delivered last week.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xBdZfXjCKME/Comair-closes-US-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3061192/Comair-closes-US-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UTair gets five 737s </title><description>Sberbank Leasing is funding the jets</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/e-XKAUkiJb0/UTair-gets-five-737s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jul 2012 16:18:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3060644/UTair-gets-five-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India plans bond issue </title><description>Air India intends to sell $1.34billion worth of bonds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mCkCbsUvOeM/Air-India-plans-bond-issue.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jul 2012 12:07:34 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3060482/Air-India-plans-bond-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion acquires Airbus jets</title><description>The DVB advised investment fund has bought aircraft on lease to Monarch.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rtdfr4RkXd0/Deucalion-acquires-Airbus-jets.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2012 16:55:18 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3058572/Deucalion-acquires-Airbus-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Eck leaves Commerzbank</title><description>The former vice president at Commerzbank has joined Lufthansa AG.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cCp4DGrSutM/Eck-leaves-Commerzbank.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2012 16:19:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3058530/Eck-leaves-Commerzbank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG plans airport slot backed bond</title><description>Moody’s has rated the proposed bond's security A3.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lmJuTUgIpXk/IAG-plans-airport-slot-backed-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2012 09:20:26 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3058171/IAG-plans-airport-slot-backed-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: DNA2 EETC issue </title><description>Doric Alpha says it will make a similar issue within the next 12 months.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/V4zOqTveXAc/Update-DNA2-EETC-issue.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3057592/Update-DNA2-EETC-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB closes JOL financing</title><description>The deal has funded one 737-700 on lease to KLM.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TcgzHOa4nsc/DVB-closes-JOL-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2012 17:38:56 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3057312/DVB-closes-JOL-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pilarski: Percy Jackson and the quest for the golden drachma</title><description>European aviation is likely to suffer, warns Adam Pilarski, senior vice-president at Avitas, in his monthly column, as Greece continues its mythical quest for a European bailout. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8AG6qrPHKiE/Pilarski-Percy-Jackson-and-the-quest-for-the-golden-drachma.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3057045/Pilarski-Percy-Jackson-and-the-quest-for-the-golden-drachma.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China conference photos </title><description>Photos from Airfinance Journal's 10th Anniversary China Airfinance Conference are now online. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-Spa-MbYqmc/China-conference-photos.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2012 12:13:16 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3056280/China-conference-photos.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSA mandates ECA financing</title><description>The lessor is leasing two jets to Mexican carrier Volaris.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NOpUVWMAArE/JSA-mandates-ECA-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2012 10:10:20 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3056192/JSA-mandates-ECA-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern issues $3.6bn RFP</title><description>The carrier has sent banks a list of 51 aircraft it is looking to finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/khpsUtmNMzU/China-Southern-issues-36bn-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 12:17:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3055157/China-Southern-issues-36bn-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tam mandates A320 financing</title><description>Coface is guaranteeing the 12-year loan to finance the narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-bOD7D6ufto/Tam-mandates-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 12:07:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3055150/Tam-mandates-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring’s Japanese JV fully subscribed</title><description>The carrier is in talks with lessors as it seeks 737s for its Japanese JV’s fleet.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0VdQUditieY/Springs-Japanese-JV-fully-subscribed.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 10:16:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3055027/Springs-Japanese-JV-fully-subscribed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Tahiti mandates ATR financing</title><description>The two ATR 42-600s will be funded under a French tax lease.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iMaUdPE5RRc/Air-Tahiti-mandates-ATR-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2012 14:43:19 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3054495/Air-Tahiti-mandates-ATR-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sri Lankan Airlines secures $175mn loan</title><description>Sri Lankan Airlines has secured a syndicated loan from a group of UAE-based banks. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FtpSRTj1p1E/Sri-Lankan-Airlines-secures-175mn-loan.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2012 12:44:26 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3054433/Sri-Lankan-Airlines-secures-175mn-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DNA2 prices EETCs </title><description>The EETCs are to be used to finance A380s which will be leased to Emirates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1Z5h0ZX_Ews/DNA2-prices-EETCs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:58:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3053822/DNA2-prices-EETCs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DNA2 prices EETCs </title><description>The EETCs are to be used to finance A380s which will be leased to Emirates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gLRxfdgWd1w/DNA2-prices-EETCs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:56:18 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3053821/DNA2-prices-EETCs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta set interest rate for certificates</title><description>Delta Airlines has set the interest rate for $480 million pass through certificates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U9m0Tmk4XdE/Delta-set-interest-rate-for-certificates.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:36:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3053796/Delta-set-interest-rate-for-certificates.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACS seeks financial advisory</title><description>The Russian company is looking for financial advice for its possible US Ex-Im deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GbPGdDWaYpI/ACS-seeks-financial-advisory.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:09:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3053598/ACS-seeks-financial-advisory.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Moscow Conference: Boeing signs MOU with Sberbank</title><description>The memorandum of understanding is to extend cooperation in aviation financing and leasing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MHDs4TinwpU/Moscow-Conference-Boeing-signs-MOU-with-Sberbank.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:02:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3053594/Moscow-Conference-Boeing-signs-MOU-with-Sberbank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Moscow Conference: Exiar to work with Russian and foreign banks</title><description>The newly set up export credit agency will support Superjet sales.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DwCwM16td0U/Moscow-Conference-Exiar-to-work-with-Russian-and-foreign-banks.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 09:58:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3053593/Moscow-Conference-Exiar-to-work-with-Russian-and-foreign-banks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Awas closes PDP financing</title><description>Natixis is sole arranger and lender on the pre-delivery payments</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yvSkFI0W8UI/Update-Awas-closes-PDP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:35:47 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3052984/Update-Awas-closes-PDP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Moscow Conference: Exiar to guarantee next year</title><description>The newly set up Russian export credit agency (ECA) will support Russian manufacturers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QRXuMomIckk/Moscow-Conference-Exiar-to-guarantee-next-year.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:23:41 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3052844/Moscow-Conference-Exiar-to-guarantee-next-year.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Russian airlines can tap the capital market</title><description>The region’s carriers will need to change accounting standards to do so.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/anjiSi-4sI8/Russian-airlines-can-tap-the-capital-market.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:14:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3052839/Russian-airlines-can-tap-the-capital-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Moscow Conference: Commercial debt tenor to shorten</title><description>Basel III will radically alter how long commercial debt tenors are.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QUv_uaBFQUk/Moscow-Conference-Commercial-debt-tenor-to-shorten.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:11:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3052834/Moscow-Conference-Commercial-debt-tenor-to-shorten.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern mandates CMB Leasing</title><description>The carrier is due to take two A319s in August.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5SpYowdN3no/China-Eastern-mandates-CMB-Leasing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2012 09:34:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3051050/China-Eastern-mandates-CMB-Leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeromexico mandates US Ex-Im deal</title><description>The airline will fund three 737-800s delivering from August 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DLBtY444gf0/Aeromexico-mandates-US-Ex-Im-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 13:36:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3049876/Aeromexico-mandates-US-Ex-Im-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Jordanian sells A310 </title><description>Deucalion Capital is sending the jet for part out.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xqkC8Edivao/Royal-Jordanian-sells-A310.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:02:56 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3049810/Royal-Jordanian-sells-A310.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates looks at new lease deal</title><description>DNA2 plan to issue EETCs to finance aircraft that will be leased to Emirates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/t2EDScD6rq0/Emirates-looks-at-new-lease-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 11:07:31 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3049766/Emirates-looks-at-new-lease-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JAL to launch $8bn IPO</title><description>Japan Airlines is to relist shares in September after raising $8bn with IPO.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/eWpR-fUGbhw/JAL-to-launch-8bn-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2012 16:54:09 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3049441/JAL-to-launch-8bn-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>European banks: A lesson in history</title><description>What is most surprising about the latest economic downturn is its impact on European lenders and particularly French banks, writes Siqalane Taho.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nRBjBMpiguQ/European-banks-A-lesson-in-history.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3049279/European-banks-A-lesson-in-history.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MAS raises funds with $785mn bonds</title><description>Malaysia Airlines has raised $785 million from sale of Islamic bonds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U_lZbqBtGHE/MAS-raises-funds-with-785mn-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3048565/MAS-raises-funds-with-785mn-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates repays bond and looks to Islamic debt </title><description>Emirates has repaid $550million Sukuk, and looks to further Islamic financing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6YbheGdTuD0/Emirates-repays-bond-and-looks-to-Islamic-debt.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:50:30 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3048038/Emirates-repays-bond-and-looks-to-Islamic-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India expects first 787 later this month</title><description>The first two aircraft will be financed by a $220 million bridge loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fYD2v6s_3_U/Air-India-expects-first-787-later-this-month.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 10:59:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3047774/Air-India-expects-first-787-later-this-month.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cathay Pacific closes Jol</title><description>The carrier has financed one A330 under a Japanese operating lease.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sLyFme6UdWc/Cathay-Pacific-closes-Jol.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 09:51:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3047722/Cathay-Pacific-closes-Jol.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fiscel leaves Barclays Capital</title><description>Barclays Capital loses its head of aviation finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kFKKxCVx5-g/Fiscel-leaves-Barclays-Capital.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3048006/Fiscel-leaves-Barclays-Capital.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SSE accepts Juneyao Airlines IPO offer</title><description>Shanghai Stock Exchange officially accepts Juneyao Airlines’ offer for an IPO. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/eUoBrb4jRj8/SSE-accepts-Juneyao-Airlines-IPO-offer.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 12:35:59 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3047203/SSE-accepts-Juneyao-Airlines-IPO-offer.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Embraer to issue $500mn bonds</title><description>Embraer is planning a $500 million issuance of overseas bonds</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hyeQ6POc31c/Embraer-to-issue-500mn-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 10:32:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3046224/Embraer-to-issue-500mn-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Atlas Air to issue US Ex-Im guaranteed bonds</title><description>Atlas Air is to release US Ex-Im guaranteed bonds in the capital markets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/I7ONItJ2eHI/Atlas-Air-to-issue-US-Ex-Im-guaranteed-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3046256/Atlas-Air-to-issue-US-Ex-Im-guaranteed-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>More airlines line up for bonds</title><description>Asian and Latin American airlines are preparing to tap the capital markets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sqPnijPsRNQ/More-airlines-line-up-for-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3046525/More-airlines-line-up-for-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DBJ increases second year target</title><description>After a successful first year in aviation, the Japanese bank is looking to invest more in its second year in aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0Vtgzc_xcAU/DBJ-increases-second-year-target.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 16:21:34 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3045813/DBJ-increases-second-year-target.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: China Eastern mandates Yen financing</title><description>Bank of Communications Financial Leasing (Bocomm Leasing) has been mandated to fund three A319s under a Yen denominated finance lease. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RCdQGaIvlHo/Update-China-Eastern-mandates-Yen-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:51:25 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3045766/Update-China-Eastern-mandates-Yen-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates to repay $550mn bond</title><description>Emirates has decided to repay a $550 million Sukuk </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EhaKqhLaeGA/Emirates-to-repay-550mn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:31:25 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3045562/Emirates-to-repay-550mn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeroflot issues 777 RFP</title><description>The carrier is looking to finance the first four 777-300Rs it will take next year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/i-2M2-jWSe0/Aeroflot-issues-777-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:24:34 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3045552/Aeroflot-issues-777-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: China Eastern mandates Yen financing</title><description>Bank of Communications Financial Leasing (Bocomm Leasing) has been mandated to fund three A319s under a Yen denominated finance lease.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/A9RYndxSnVg/Exclusive-China-Eastern-mandates-Yen-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:59:31 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3045109/Exclusive-China-Eastern-mandates-Yen-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Mekong agrees deal with Viet. Eximbank</title><description>The Vietnamese Ex-Im bank( Eximbank) will invest capital and aid the carrier’s fleet expansion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/icbpTLtW4CQ/Air-Mekong-agrees-deal-with-Viet-Eximbank.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 09:59:50 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3044795/Air-Mekong-agrees-deal-with-Viet-Eximbank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chris Leeds leaves BTMU</title><description>The bankï¿½s vice president, aviation, London, has left the bank to pursue other interests.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o8eeobD0Rls/Chris-Leeds-leaves-BTMU.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3044933/Chris-Leeds-leaves-BTMU.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First Yen financing for Chinese aviation leasing since 1998</title><description>Bank of Communications Financial Leasing has been mandated to finance one A330 in Yen for China Southern.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sXXdkhlBDFI/First-Yen-financing-for-Chinese-aviation-leasing-since-1998.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3045077/First-Yen-financing-for-Chinese-aviation-leasing-since-1998.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China finances A320</title><description>The narrowbody is being financed under a French tax lease with ECA guarantee.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pJXqz22hoMQ/Air-China-finances-A320.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3044096/Air-China-finances-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France leases A380 </title><description>Dr Peters Group has arranged a KG financing structure for one new A380 on operating lease to Air France.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yw0g6uFKQHA/Air-France-leases-A380.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2012 15:43:30 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3043597/Air-France-leases-A380.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>El Al gets $40mn loan from Boeing </title><description>El Al will receive an eight year $40 million loan from Boeing</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Nbn3jeCeuuI/El-Al-gets-40mn-loan-from-Boeing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3043248/El-Al-gets-40mn-loan-from-Boeing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad mandates $155mn financing</title><description>The US Ex-Im guaranteed loan will finance one 777-300ER.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C1TuRJsLoO4/Etihad-mandates-155mn-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 14:34:33 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3042599/Etihad-mandates-155mn-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India extends working capital deadline</title><description>The due date for bids had been May 28.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/j0n5i31Tf2o/Air-India-extends-working-capital-deadline.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 09:37:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3042336/Air-India-extends-working-capital-deadline.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirAsia closes A320 financing</title><description>This is the first A320 AirAsia Japan will operate.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ga78IqTyT7M/AirAsia-closes-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3042862/AirAsia-closes-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Air China closes US Ex-Im bond</title><description>The carrier has achieved the lowest ever coupon rate for a 12 year US Ex-Im bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Cdm52y1YjEI/Exclusive-Air-China-closes-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3042366/Exclusive-Air-China-closes-US-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MAS plans $798mn Islamic bonds</title><description>Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has announced a Sukuk programme as part of a three-pronged funding plan. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QEmijCGcBqY/MAS-plans-798mn-Islamic-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2012 12:16:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3040211/MAS-plans-798mn-Islamic-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airfinance Journal – June 2012</title><description>Highlights from the June 2012 print edition of Airfinance Journal. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dJd0WEU8Xx0/Airfinance-JournalJune-2012.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3040514/Airfinance-JournalJune-2012.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SMBC closes RBS deal</title><description>A Japanese consortium consisting of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group companies and Sumitomo Corporation has acquired RBS Aviation Capital for $7.3 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BkVttdOiHbA/SMBC-closes-RBS-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3040342/SMBC-closes-RBS-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China closes Ex-Im financing</title><description>The third of four 777-300ERs covered by a $540 million deal delivered last week.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pGXGGxq9rvA/Air-China-closes-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2012 15:44:03 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3039407/Air-China-closes-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates undecided on $550mn bond</title><description>Emirates may seek to refinance $550 Islamic bond maturing in June. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/I6mufv3XC-k/Emirates-undecided-on-550mn-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2012 14:29:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3039334/Emirates-undecided-on-550mn-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring Airlines IPO launch this year</title><description>The Chinese carrier is planning to go public in the second half of this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zJBPgznPcNc/Spring-Airlines-IPO-launch-this-year.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3037732/Spring-Airlines-IPO-launch-this-year.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France refinances A380 with a Jolco</title><description>This is the second A380 to be financed by a Japanese operating lease with call option (Jolco).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/s19r0QXWZkk/Air-France-refinances-A380-with-a-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2012 11:55:44 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3036287/Air-France-refinances-A380-with-a-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France closes 777 Jolco</title><description>Natixis and BNP Paribas are  joint- arrangers on the Japanese operating lease with call option.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/57-NQ4tGisM/Air-France-closes-777-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3035582/Air-France-closes-777-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap closes notes offering</title><description>The lessor plans to use the funds raised to purchase aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-Gv_ZNuiF0E/AerCap-closes-notes-offering.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 May 2012 17:08:12 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3034178/AerCap-closes-notes-offering.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India seeks $300mn working capital</title><description>The flag carrier is inviting bids for a three year loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/40K8bPACTBs/Air-India-seeks-300mn-working-capital.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 14:15:38 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3033207/Air-India-seeks-300mn-working-capital.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CBA hires James Miller</title><description>Former SMBC banker joined Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) at the end of April.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UT805RhiwY8/CBA-hires-James-Miller.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3033267/CBA-hires-James-Miller.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THY closes Jolco</title><description>The Turkish carrier closed a Japanese operating lease with call option (Jolco) for one A321 on May 16.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QUO2ixHjYbw/THY-closes-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3032371/THY-closes-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natixis arranging A380 Jolco</title><description>An undisclosed European carrier is refinancing a delivered A380 with a Japanese operating lease with call option (Jolco).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-VDFkOTWLQc/Natixis-arranging-A380-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3029676/Natixis-arranging-A380-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring Airlines secures A320 financing</title><description>Three narrowbodies delivering this year will be financed by China Development Bank (CDB).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uj6TkPSibbI/Spring-Airlines-secures-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3029638/Spring-Airlines-secures-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ryanair issues RFP</title><description>The low cost carrier is seeking finance for eleven 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xUrmI5K-0r4/Ryanair-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 13:50:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3028947/Ryanair-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG sells bmi Regional</title><description>Sector Aviation Holdings has agreed to pay £8 million in cash for the carrier. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8XKAvN7CzlA/IAG-sells-bmi-Regional.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 14:12:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3027553/IAG-sells-bmi-Regional.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THY closes A321 financing</title><description>The narrowbody is being financed by an ECA guarantee combined with a French lease.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/k6d5-qyyUWE/THY-closes-A321-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 10:29:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3027305/THY-closes-A321-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Banks club for A380 Jolco</title><description>A European carrier is planning to refinance a delivered A380.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QkoVDCNllQE/Update-Banks-club-for-A380-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 17:23:54 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3026837/Update-Banks-club-for-A380-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern closes A330 financing</title><description>The widebody is being funded by a French lease combined with ECA financing</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZPzXLvBV-qY/China-Southern-closes-A330-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 14:07:08 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3026539/China-Southern-closes-A330-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Arabia mandates $177mn financing</title><description>The carrier has secured funding for two A320s delivering by the end of this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2vR7-kYAJN4/Air-Arabia-mandates-177mn-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3025363/Air-Arabia-mandates-177mn-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> Air India secures $220mn bridge loan</title><description>The debt will be used to fund the first two 787 deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qXp2AeNg_o0/Air-India-secures-220mn-bridge-loan.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3024674/Air-India-secures-220mn-bridge-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France closes second ECA backed A380</title><description>This is the second A380 to be financed under an exception to the home market rule granted to Air France.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IK-cSQ-KvXA/Air-France-closes-second-ECA-backed-A380.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3021814/Air-France-closes-second-ECA-backed-A380.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UTair issues bond</title><description>UTair's bonds to be used to refinance debt and pay aircraft loans.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8RiRGTFizpc/UTair-issues-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3021721/UTair-issues-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banks club for A380 Jolco</title><description>The next A380 Jolco may be for a Japanese airline</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2uG1HsLZf0I/Banks-club-for-A380-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 18:01:09 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3020968/Banks-club-for-A380-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thai mandates first Yen A380 loan</title><description>Thai Airways has mandated BNP Paribas for an ECA-backed A380 delivery.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5Jqb8x9hRxc/Thai-mandates-first-Yen-A380-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:46:26 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3019430/Thai-mandates-first-Yen-A380-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: French tax lease</title><description>The structure – which has become unavailable to Chinese carriers - may soon end for Turkish carriers</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-eWnIkLuIgc/Update-French-tax-lease.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:38:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3018062/Update-French-tax-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A380 Jolco financing</title><description>Lufthansa closed the first ever in March. More are on the way.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uCdI0tjZiio/A380-Jolco-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:54:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3018023/A380-Jolco-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pricing increase</title><description>European Banking Authority (EBA) regulation will bring Basel III to Europe early</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_z96wNWOVMw/Pricing-increase.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:49:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3018017/Pricing-increase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avia Capital Services in financing talks</title><description>The Russian company is discussing possible US Ex-IM backing for 50 737s</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Xf9ug9RrrGY/Avia-Capital-Services-in-financing-talks.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:26:55 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3017594/Avia-Capital-Services-in-financing-talks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bmi sale completed</title><description>International Airlines Group (IAG), the company that owns British Airways and Iberia, has bought the regional airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YvXcmS5I4zQ/Bmi-sale-completed.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:31:51 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3015367/Bmi-sale-completed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qantas closes Jolco</title><description>Australia’s flag carrier is using a Japanese operating lease with call option (Jolco) to finance one Boeing 737NG.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jO8fFX-oCmE/Qantas-closes-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:40:33 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3014327/Qantas-closes-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Evercore appoints Sesson</title><description>Randolph Sesson is joining the investment bank as head of European transportation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5ZnksfPBmm0/Evercore-appoints-Sesson.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3014448/Evercore-appoints-Sesson.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern finances A320</title><description>The Airbus narrowbody is being funded by a French lease combined with ECA backing</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/e2QBpmJht14/China-Southern-finances-A320.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:12:47 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3013133/China-Southern-finances-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THY mandates Jolco</title><description>Turkish Airlines will finance two Airbus narrowbodies with a Japanese operating lease.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qnz9v3IegaM/THY-mandates-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:02:21 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3013034/THY-mandates-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tam to take one A320</title><description>The aircraft will deliver at the end of this month.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0VZVpclPyhI/Tam-to-take-one-A320.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:59:54 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3012887/Tam-to-take-one-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India to take all 27 787s</title><description>The Indian carrier has received approval to buy all planes initially ordered.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4Hp1ixo6Suc/Air-India-to-take-all-27-787s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:26:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3012863/Air-India-to-take-all-27-787s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon’s first Ex-Im deal approved</title><description>US Ex–Im bank has cleared the Irish lessor’s application for funding</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-FNfn0RTw5A/Avolons-first-Ex-Im-deal-approved.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:39:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3012680/Avolons-first-Ex-Im-deal-approved.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Germania finances A319</title><description>Helaba  is providing the 10-year commercial debt .</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wl7OH-wCnB8/Germania-finances-A319.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3012001/Germania-finances-A319.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lion Air issues lowest ever Ex-Im bond </title><description>The US Export-Import Bank guaranteed bond is the first to dip under a 2% interest rate.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fZkYV_qN0WU/Lion-Air-issues-lowest-ever-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3011782/Lion-Air-issues-lowest-ever-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: The sources of capital are already shifting</title><description>Airlines and lessors are increasingly turning to the capital markets to raise liquidity. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pbtYtKcyW-w/Editorial-The-sources-of-capital-are-already-shifting.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3010300/Editorial-The-sources-of-capital-are-already-shifting.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB closes three JOLs</title><description>The transport bank has financed one BA aircraft and two Ryanair jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HfVB317CLWk/DVB-closes-three-JOLs.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:21:57 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3009068/DVB-closes-three-JOLs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gulf One in s/lbs</title><description>The Bahraini bank is leasing two aircraft to an undisclosed European carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KS71NJvVdnw/Gulf-One-in-slbs.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:33:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3008931/Gulf-One-in-slbs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thomas Cook in financing talks</title><description>The travel group is in discussions over extending its financing facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C3vqxGc3Q2g/Thomas-Cook-in-financing-talks.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3008870/Thomas-Cook-in-financing-talks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tam closes Jolco</title><description>The Brazilian carrier has financed one Airbus narrowbody  with a Japanese operating lease with call option</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/706klJVS6YU/Tam-closes-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:50:23 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3007261/Tam-closes-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB to sell TES shares</title><description>Mitsubishi Corporation and the Development Bank of Japan will take 60% of the engine solutions provider.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qkklF9z5n2g/DVB-to-sell-TES-shares.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:57:05 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3006828/DVB-to-sell-TES-shares.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> Atlas closes term loan</title><description>The $35.7 million facility is secured by four Boeing widebodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/E22ejvlRBeg/Atlas-closes-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3007058/Atlas-closes-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Transavia seeks debt</title><description>The Air France - KLM subsidiary is seeking an Ex-Im guaranteed loan to finance two Boeing narrowbodies.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RFLT7yvKF3w/Transavia-seeks-debt.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:22:08 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3006045/Transavia-seeks-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Bridge closes $245mn deal </title><description>The cargo carrier has completed a finance lease facility for two 747-8Fs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fThn616AFys/Air-Bridge-closes-245mn-deal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3005964/Air-Bridge-closes-245mn-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lufthansa closes JOLCO</title><description>The deal is the first time this type of structure has been used to fund an Airbus A380.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C0eTcwjNrvg/Lufthansa-closes-JOLCO.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3006216/Lufthansa-closes-JOLCO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THY gets Ex-Im approval</title><description>US Ex-Im Bank has approved an Ex-Im loan for the Turkish flag carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aPAqDRIXR7M/THY-gets-Ex-Im-approval.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3006533/THY-gets-Ex-Im-approval.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon mandates Avianca financing</title><description>The Irish lessor will lease one Airbus widebody to the airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jcEX2wKYbdQ/Avolon-mandates-Avianca-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3005768/Avolon-mandates-Avianca-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern finances one A330</title><description>Credit Agricole-CIB is arranger for the financing of the Airbus widebody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NiLC1ugtm-A/China-Southern-finances-one-A330.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:18:09 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3004710/China-Southern-finances-one-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Uni Air raises $179.5 million</title><description>The Taiwanese regional airline will use the funds to buy assets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BZwuBZyb_I0/Uni-Air-raises-1795-million.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:38:07 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3004531/Uni-Air-raises-1795-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern looks for commercial debt</title><description>The Chinese airline has less appetite for ECA financing this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/h4TNtmYUU0Y/China-Eastern-looks-for-commercial-debt.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3003886/China-Eastern-looks-for-commercial-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle plans to raise $800 million</title><description>The lessor is offering senior notes due in 2017 and 2020 respectively.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Vm5prZCY5KI/Aircastle-plans-to-raise-800-million.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3003169/Aircastle-plans-to-raise-800-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DNA2 issues £200m </title><description>Doric Nimrod Air Two lists on the London Stock Exchange; investing in A380s on long term lease to Emirates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/glYpK6H-Llw/DNA2-issues-200m.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:17:53 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3001844/DNA2-issues-200m.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC to raise $550 million</title><description>The lessor will use the proceeds to refinance another loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FnKYLtSneHw/ILFC-to-raise-550-million.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:01:55 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/3001417/ILFC-to-raise-550-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India to mandate funding for Dreamliners</title><description>The Indian carrier is speaking with lessors and financiers about funding for the Boeing 787 Dreamliners. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kZBddm-4EhQ/Air-India-to-mandate-funding-for-Dreamliners.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:57:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2999597/Air-India-to-mandate-funding-for-Dreamliners.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Air Maroc closes Ex-Im deal</title><description>Boeing delivered the second 737NG this month to the airline yesterday.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mJbml5N7ENM/Royal-Air-Maroc-closes-Ex-Im-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:42:21 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2999570/Royal-Air-Maroc-closes-Ex-Im-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM issues RFP</title><description>The Dutch carrier is looking to finance two Boeing widebodies due to deliver this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3nZ0lQba0ZA/KLM-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 17:21:59 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2998359/KLM-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeroflot to lease three A321s</title><description>Russian carrier Aeroflot is working with VEB-Leasing to fund three Airbus A321-200s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/K7PZDxcHbI4/Aeroflot-to-lease-three-A321s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2998059/Aeroflot-to-lease-three-A321s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Embraer looks to improve sales in Africa</title><description>Brazilian regional jet manufacturer, Emrbaer, Afrexim and Rand Merchant Banks are in talks to increase Ejet sales with African airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WtC52kWj-eg/Embraer-looks-to-improve-sales-in-Africa.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:00:52 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2997569/Embraer-looks-to-improve-sales-in-Africa.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DBJ to increase budget</title><description>The Development Bank of Japan expects to beat its first year target.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KNB_dWzUDao/DBJ-to-increase-budget.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:40:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2996816/DBJ-to-increase-budget.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Asiana closes $370m ABS</title><description>The dollar-denominated deal is backed by passenger ticket sales.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/27k7z7QzVtA/Asiana-closes-370m-ABS.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2995496/Asiana-closes-370m-ABS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolonï¿½s first Ex-Im application</title><description>The lessorï¿½s request for a guarantee has been referred to US Congress by Ex-Im Bankï¿½s board.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qhTBQ4bMkOQ/Avolons-first-Ex-Im-application.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2995984/Avolons-first-Ex-Im-application.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Air Maroc finances Boeing deliveries</title><description>The Moroccan carrier has used a US Ex-Im guaranteed loan to finance the two Boeing narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ttI9nn4vbSA/Royal-Air-Maroc-finances-Boeing-deliveries.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2995641/Royal-Air-Maroc-finances-Boeing-deliveries.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tiger signs LOI with MCAP</title><description>The low cost airline will lease five Airbus narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XDtwmDd3_Yc/Tiger-signs-LOI-with-MCAP.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:12:55 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2994771/Tiger-signs-LOI-with-MCAP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC to issue $1 billion of debt</title><description>US aircraft lessor, Air Lease Corporation, has doubled the size of senior notes it will issue to investors. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/L5XCSfHSQhw/ALC-to-issue-1-billion-of-debt.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2994882/ALC-to-issue-1-billion-of-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US pilots object to export credit</title><description>The US pilots association says export credit guarantees create an unfair playing field for US airlines and foreign competitors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1AX8Xiwe_qQ/US-pilots-object-to-export-credit.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:18:50 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2994320/US-pilots-object-to-export-credit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC closes $193mn credit facility</title><description>US lessor, Air Lease Corporation, will finance multiple aircraft with the facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GGl4YC8tKZc/ALC-closes-193mn-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2993980/ALC-closes-193mn-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon mandates $79 million ECA  loan</title><description>ECGD and Euler Hermes are guaranteeing the €60 million which Deutsche Pfandbriefbank AG is funding.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KFKlKjwC9vQ/Avolon-mandates-79-million-ECAloan.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2993559/Avolon-mandates-79-million-ECAloan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux to take delivery of 747-8F</title><description>The Boeing freighter will be financed with an Ex-Im guaranteed loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iTofp6cCSgE/Cargolux-to-take-delivery-of-747-8F.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2993420/Cargolux-to-take-delivery-of-747-8F.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental achieves lowest EETC coupon </title><description>The airline goes to market with a $892 million EETC to fund Boeing Dreamliners and narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kCrm2Dy4yc0/Continental-achieves-lowest-EETC-coupon.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2992920/Continental-achieves-lowest-EETC-coupon.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: Investors require disclosure and consistency</title><description>As airlines turn to the capital markets a standardized process will be required for international issuers. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IlJBI03UyhE/Editorial-Investors-require-disclosure-and-consistency.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2992624/Editorial-Investors-require-disclosure-and-consistency.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: Secrets put off investors unfamiliar with the sector </title><description>The aviation industry needs to open up to attract new investors.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MkYTvnG0WAA/Editorial-Secrets-put-off-investors-unfamiliar-with-the-sector.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2992739/Editorial-Secrets-put-off-investors-unfamiliar-with-the-sector.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>El Al closes PDP financing</title><description>The $46 million PDP is for two Boeing 737-900ERs due to deliver next year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/w4qy7r7ueqI/El-Al-closes-PDP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2993001/El-Al-closes-PDP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THY mandates ECA financing</title><description>The Euler Hermes guaranteed euro-denominated loan will finance three A330s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3JfRGxPpqHo/THY-mandates-ECA-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2992709/THY-mandates-ECA-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT acquires $200 million worth of loans</title><description>The portfolio consists of seven aircraft loan facilities. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/a4R4BgmxcWE/CIT-acquires-200-million-worth-of-loans.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:28:57 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2991954/CIT-acquires-200-million-worth-of-loans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: French – Sino tax treaty</title><description>Certain deals will remain eligible for French-tax lease funding.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D50q9Fa8VXg/Update-FrenchSino-tax-treaty.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2991948/Update-FrenchSino-tax-treaty.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France funds Boeing 777 in Japanese market</title><description>The French flag carrier has mandated banks for the financing of one Boeing widebody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GdsX15hSMNk/Air-France-funds-Boeing-777-in-Japanese-market.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2990976/Air-France-funds-Boeing-777-in-Japanese-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thai Airways closes A330 financing</title><description>The carrier is funding the aircraft with commercial debt. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/295H3mMuq-0/Thai-Airways-closes-A330-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2990424/Thai-Airways-closes-A330-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flydubai issues RFP</title><description>Dubai's low cost carrier is seeking Ex-Im backed funding for three Boeing narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TJbE-EdDqio/Flydubai-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2989580/Flydubai-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China closes French lease</title><description>China's flag carrier has financed one A321 with a French optimised lease structure combined with ECA debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6mEqZ9ImDzQ/Air-China-closes-French-lease.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2988221/Air-China-closes-French-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UK court says Kingfisher owes lease rentals</title><description>A summary judgement in the UK's High Courts of Justice has found that United Breweries Holdings, which owns Kingfisher Airlines, owes Bank of Scotland $21.6 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_hsiEWFmWhQ/UK-court-says-Kingfisher-owes-lease-rentals.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2988314/UK-court-says-Kingfisher-owes-lease-rentals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Global Aviation Holdings secures DIP financing</title><description>The bankrupted company will receive an initial tranche of $15 million to continue operations. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_0142iFqmBM/Global-Aviation-Holdings-secures-DIP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2987627/Global-Aviation-Holdings-secures-DIP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lan issues $2.5 billion RFP</title><description>Chilean carrier seeks Ex-Im and other sources to finance 13 Boeing widebodies</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fOoERoFyApE/Lan-issues-25-billion-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2987029/Lan-issues-25-billion-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cathay closes A330 financing</title><description>Hong Kongï¿½s flag carrier has closed a Japanese operating lease (JOL) with Credit Agricole -CIB (CA-CIB).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BGlr--PkdCw/Cathay-closes-A330-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2986324/Cathay-closes-A330-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Jackson Square up for sale</title><description>Oaktree Capital Management mandates an investment bank to sell its majority shareholding in the US aircraft leasing company.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G1dSJQSuQao/Exclusive-Jackson-Square-up-for-sale.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2986702/Exclusive-Jackson-Square-up-for-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad closes Ex-Im financing</title><description>Citi and JP Morgan have provided US Ex-Im loans for two Boeing 777s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fwG1bbdqbbo/Etihad-closes-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2984761/Etihad-closes-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC closes $900m term loan</title><description>The term loan is secured with a portfolio of 62 aircraft worth $1.65 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jPK61H8dTM8/ILFC-closes-900m-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2984398/ILFC-closes-900m-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: ILFC increases AeroTurbine’s facility</title><description>The facility was increased by $95 million to $430 million. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IhfatgcAT40/Update-ILFC-increases-AeroTurbines-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2984445/Update-ILFC-increases-AeroTurbines-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France issues RFP</title><description>France's flag carrier is looking to finance one Boeing widebody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/N1qItv_6bAM/Air-France-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2983136/Air-France-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Doric Capital to issue bonds</title><description>The Luxembourg-based company will raise up to €65 million to finance one Airbus A380 to be leased to Emirates. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sRBWEzxxx2w/Doric-Capital-to-issue-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2983589/Doric-Capital-to-issue-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dragon Aviation increases share capital by $40 million</title><description>The Chinese aircraft leasing company will use the funds to expand.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bB2G7Zi3WdY/Dragon-Aviation-increases-share-capital-by-40-million.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:11:57 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2982282/Dragon-Aviation-increases-share-capital-by-40-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DBJ to beat $300m first year target</title><description>The Development Bank of Japan entered aviation last year, and is on course to beat its target by $50 to $150 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_oW8qYDpWaY/DBJ-to-beat-300m-first-year-target.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2982242/DBJ-to-beat-300m-first-year-target.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Garuda signs s/l deal</title><description>The Indonesian carrier has signed sale/leaseback arrangements with Pembroke Group for six Boeing 737NGs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vMQWtgn-YPg/Update-Garuda-signs-sl-deal.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2982183/Update-Garuda-signs-sl-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux to close third 747-8F financing</title><description>The aircraft will be co-owned by Cargolux, CA-CIB, DVB bank and KfW-IPEX Bank under a joint venture named 8F Leasing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_erQrQi4DNY/Cargolux-to-close-third-747-8F-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2981097/Cargolux-to-close-third-747-8F-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Obama emphasizes Ex-Im’s importance</title><description>US President Barack Obama calls on congress to reauthorize Ex-Im’s lending capacity.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/02AegjyPzk8/Obama-emphasizes-Ex-Ims-importance.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2981717/Obama-emphasizes-Ex-Ims-importance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad issues RFP </title><description>The airline has issued a request for proposals to finance two Boeing 777s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7-loiSs9bDk/Etihad-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2980730/Etihad-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BoComm Leasing secures $100m loan</title><description>The Shanghai-based lessor will finance two narrowbodies with debt from an overseas branch of Bank of Communications.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/s5qga2lcV6c/BoComm-Leasing-secures-100m-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2979455/BoComm-Leasing-secures-100m-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gulf Air signs $80m facility</title><description>The loan from Masheq Bahrain is for the carrier’s medium-term working capital requirements.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PC4DStCDIRs/Gulf-Air-signs-80m-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:44:39 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2978897/Gulf-Air-signs-80m-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India expects more 787 delays</title><description>India's flagcarrier may not require a $230 million bridge loan for its first two 787s because of late delivery.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/adHhg3xJvFE/Air-India-expects-more-787-delays.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2978759/Air-India-expects-more-787-delays.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Southern Air leases B747F</title><description>KV aviation has placed the aircraft on operating lease with the carrier.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-LH_R-UGTDY/Southern-Air-leases-B747F.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2978679/Southern-Air-leases-B747F.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lan issues RFP</title><description>The Chilean carrier is in the market to finance six A320s with export credit.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UMh1FD3wMgk/Lan-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2978095/Lan-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Singapore Airlines considers A380 bids</title><description>Lessors have submitted operating lease proposals for three Airbus A380s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o-Y5JxPH-Nw/Singapore-Airlines-considers-A380-bids.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2978063/Singapore-Airlines-considers-A380-bids.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates closes commercial debt </title><description>Standard Chartered Bank and Samba Financial Group arranged a finance lease for one 777-300ER.

 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/i9a0zSME-DE/Emirates-closes-commercial-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2977512/Emirates-closes-commercial-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>France ends tax leases for Chinese carriers</title><description>Changes to the Sino-French double-tax treaty could impact financing for deliveries this year.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MIdgGkcj5eQ/France-ends-tax-leases-for-Chinese-carriers.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2977481/France-ends-tax-leases-for-Chinese-carriers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Rating agencies rate ILFC’s term loan</title><description>Moody’s and Standard &amp; Poor’s (S&amp;P) have rated International Lease Finance Corporation’s (ILFC) $900 million secured loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_BmMv3BUxYg/Update-Rating-agencies-rate-ILFCs-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2977691/Update-Rating-agencies-rate-ILFCs-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China closes 777-300ER financing</title><description>The carrier closed the first delivery of an US Ex-Im package for four 777-300ERs .

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gaj9aVeuVLk/Air-China-closes-777-300ER-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2975809/Air-China-closes-777-300ER-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FLY Leasing extends $600 million credit facility </title><description>The lessor has extended the credit facility from November 2012 to 2018.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/udacRLqd2ZU/FLY-Leasing-extends-600-million-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2975533/FLY-Leasing-extends-600-million-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TUI issues sale/leaseback RFP</title><description>The request for proposals is for two A330-300s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Pz1orOx2RTk/TUI-issues-saleleaseback-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2975700/TUI-issues-saleleaseback-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China sells two 767s</title><description>The Boeing widebodies will be consigned for part-out</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IoYaWMHueHc/Air-China-sells-two-767s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974894/Air-China-sells-two-767s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air closes Ex-Im debt</title><description>The airline has closed the first delivery of a three aircraft Ex-Im supported deal.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MiTQLhcV2j8/Korean-Air-closes-Ex-Im-debt.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974805/Korean-Air-closes-Ex-Im-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas closes commercial financing</title><description>Helaba financed one 737-800 for the Dublin-based lessor.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KOiOQbNcuzI/Awas-closes-commercial-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974177/Awas-closes-commercial-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation issues RFP</title><description>The Singapore-based lessor is looking to finance two 777-300ERs</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hGbYl5BMuZY/BOC-Aviation-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974290/BOC-Aviation-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: More than a blip?</title><description>Persistently low lease rates for factory-new aircraft give investors cause for concern.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZX8gFu_fDO4/Feature-More-than-a-blip.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974377/Feature-More-than-a-blip.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC to raise a $900m term loan</title><description>Proceeds from the senior secured loan will be used to repay outstanding debt and general corporate purposes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/X962C48go9c/ILFC-to-raise-a-900m-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974284/ILFC-to-raise-a-900m-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ING:  ECA finance for all</title><description>Terina Golfinos, head of structured export finance, ING, says the Air France ECA deal should not be the exception to the rule</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/B2FM-I98byw/INGECA-finance-for-all.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974459/INGECA-finance-for-all.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Afrexim ups aviation activity</title><description>The export credit agency is looking to play a bigger role in financing African aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6kTcgDgHGc8/Afrexim-ups-aviation-activity.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2973484/Afrexim-ups-aviation-activity.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: An international EETC is inevitable, but a long way off</title><description>Non-US airlines will look to the capital markets to finance aircraft, but a suitable EETC structure will be necessary to convince US investors.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/02XgW2vGzsA/Editorial-An-international-EETC-is-inevitable-but-a-long-way-off.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2973246/Editorial-An-international-EETC-is-inevitable-but-a-long-way-off.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>LAN to double aircraft expenditure in 2012</title><description>The Latin American carrier will spend $1.76 billion on 23 new aircraft this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cr_9JrkQNxM/LAN-to-double-aircraft-expenditure-in-2012.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2973150/LAN-to-double-aircraft-expenditure-in-2012.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Rand Merchant Bank: Focus on Africa</title><description>The South African Bank is determined to become a strong lending presence in Africa.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Gpoy-QhmLuk/Rand-Merchant-Bank-Focus-on-Africa.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2973455/Rand-Merchant-Bank-Focus-on-Africa.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern issues RFP </title><description>The carrier is seeking debt financing for Boeing and Airbus deliveries in the second half of 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KLYkxHSMxF4/China-Southern-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2972393/China-Southern-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air closes JPY debt</title><description>The yen-denominated finance lease refinances six Boeing aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fBspkRuEjcg/Korean-Air-closes-JPY-debt.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2972363/Korean-Air-closes-JPY-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring Airlines seeks A320</title><description>The privately-owned Chinese carrier is in the market for additional capacity in 2013.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KnkhZz_4fjw/Spring-Airlines-seeks-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2972337/Spring-Airlines-seeks-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Comair secures Ex-Im financing</title><description>Rand Merchant Bank will provide debt for four Boeing 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NC-xBzH7QoA/Comair-secures-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2971759/Comair-secures-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates closes 777 financing</title><description>The transaction is the second closing of a two aircraft mandate.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NGk9fXhQhqA/Emirates-closes-777-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2971526/Emirates-closes-777-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Helaba closing Dublin office</title><description>The bank will begin winding down its Dublin aircraft financing operation this year as tougher Irish bank regulation increases administration costs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xcYY3QMQtsw/Helaba-closing-Dublin-office.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2971395/Helaba-closing-Dublin-office.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon to invest $1 billion in 2012 deals</title><description>The aircraft lessor is targeting a fleet of 150 aircraft by 2014.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8TaKWjb5Svk/Avolon-to-invest-1-billion-in-2012-deals.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2970376/Avolon-to-invest-1-billion-in-2012-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Malev asks government for help</title><description>CEO tells board of directors that the airline's financing is unresolved from the end of January.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ulyJuuLMq9k/Malev-asks-government-for-help.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2971014/Malev-asks-government-for-help.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Mitsubishi targets 200 regional jet orders by first flight</title><description>Japanese manufacturer sets sights on US as economic slowdown in Europe causes airlines to delay purchase decisions.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DBB-9PjuzAQ/Mitsubishi-targets-200-regional-jet-orders-by-first-flight.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2970466/Mitsubishi-targets-200-regional-jet-orders-by-first-flight.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qantas downgraded</title><description>Moody's cuts the airline to lowest investment grade rating.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SPMUn9b5Kg8/Qantas-downgraded.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2971152/Qantas-downgraded.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spanair to enter bankruptcy</title><description>SAS and lessors with exposure to the Spanish airline to make writedowns.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aVmQKLJ2_38/Spanair-to-enter-bankruptcy.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2969791/Spanair-to-enter-bankruptcy.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Bridge Cargo finances 747-8F</title><description>The freighter delivered January 26 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WNHv64hHNSw/Air-Bridge-Cargo-finances-747-8F.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968672/Air-Bridge-Cargo-finances-747-8F.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India extends bridge loan deadline again</title><description>The airline's first 787 delivery has been pushed back to February.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2SUutdAv1Bo/Air-India-extends-bridge-loan-deadline-again.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968634/Air-India-extends-bridge-loan-deadline-again.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dublin Conference: ECAs to take greater share of 2012 financing </title><description>Airbus and Boeing executives talk to Airfinance Journal about this year’s $95 billion financing requirement.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ETTYuTBfwhk/Dublin-Conference-ECAs-to-take-greater-share-of-2012-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968708/Dublin-Conference-ECAs-to-take-greater-share-of-2012-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jolco for Air France</title><description>The airline has closed a yen-denominated Japanese operating lease with call option for one A318.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yBuebpaM7xw/Jolco-for-Air-France.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968836/Jolco-for-Air-France.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The industry will have to adapt if it wants to tap the capital markets</title><description>Aviation may face a short, interim financing crunch if it moves away from commercial debt to the capital markets.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4xsViw97ckc/The-industry-will-have-to-adapt-if-it-wants-to-tap-the-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968170/The-industry-will-have-to-adapt-if-it-wants-to-tap-the-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fly Leasing mulls portfolio deals </title><description>Colm Barrington, CEO, Fly Leasing, says the company is looking at several significant portfolio acquisitions.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/26NaTOMOFm0/Fly-Leasing-mulls-portfolio-deals.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2967521/Fly-Leasing-mulls-portfolio-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China finances one A320-200</title><description>The narrowbody is financed by a combination of a French structured lease and commercial debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0HNjBoRrTh0/Air-China-finances-one-A320-200.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:51:08 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2965731/Air-China-finances-one-A320-200.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A330 debt for Guggenheim</title><description>The lessor closed the second of two A330 financings with a pool of European banks.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OEnj9UWh5MA/A330-debt-for-Guggenheim.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2965171/A330-debt-for-Guggenheim.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FedEx prices $250.1m bond</title><description>The pass through notes will refinance a previously issued EETC, which financed nine freighters.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GjVCuvn2TeI/FedEx-prices-2501m-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2965491/FedEx-prices-2501m-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ICBC finances two A320s</title><description>DVB was sole lender for the commecial debt facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yT7P7TfWrQY/ICBC-finances-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:55:41 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2964231/ICBC-finances-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UTair closes $100m finance leases</title><description>Russia's Sberbank will fund finance leases for seven Boeing aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3OUhnK8eCmM/UTair-closes-100m-finance-leases.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2964317/UTair-closes-100m-finance-leases.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China closes French lease</title><description>KfW IPEX-Bank and CA-CIB jointly arranged financing for one A330.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/droaY7S28TM/Air-China-closes-French-lease.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2963361/Air-China-closes-French-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: January 2012</title><description>Capital might be scarce, but aircraft will be financed in 2013</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dzLVYQwCM1c/Editorial-January-2012.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2963314/Editorial-January-2012.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airbus expects over 50% drop in orders</title><description>The manufacturer had a record year in 2011 with 1419 orders but says there will be less in 2012 </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PIiHZHw6MV4/Airbus-expects-over-50-drop-in-orders.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2962897/Airbus-expects-over-50-drop-in-orders.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal Analysis: Largest lessor acquisition in history</title><description>Sumitomo's acquisition of RBS Aviation Capital took seven months and scores of lawyers to finalize.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aHDeHSSV-oE/Deal-Analysis-Largest-lessor-acquisition-in-history.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2962850/Deal-Analysis-Largest-lessor-acquisition-in-history.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Sumitomo to buy RBS Aviation Capital for $7.3bn</title><description>A Japanese consortium consisting of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group companies and Sumitomo Corporation has won the bid to acquire Royal Bank of Scotland's leasing unit.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vBZH8t69Ets/Update-Sumitomo-to-buy-RBS-Aviation-Capital-for-73bn.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2962248/Update-Sumitomo-to-buy-RBS-Aviation-Capital-for-73bn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Ex-Im/Air India case will go to court</title><description> Judge rejects preliminary injunction in US Ex-Im/Air India case. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/43DbKf6_dNI/US-Ex-ImAir-India-case-will-go-to-court.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2961743/US-Ex-ImAir-India-case-will-go-to-court.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TAP closes finance lease </title><description>The facility finances nine late 1990s vintage Airbus narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zRCprrZWekE/TAP-closes-finance-lease.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2961326/TAP-closes-finance-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern splits Jolco mandates</title><description>Commerzbank, Yamasa and Nomura Babcock &amp; Brown will arrange Japanese operating leases with call option (Jolcos) for six aircraft.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/P9QKSlJHocg/China-Southern-splits-Jolco-mandates.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2960297/China-Southern-splits-Jolco-mandates.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad closes $367 million engine deal</title><description>The Abu Dhabi airline has completed a sale/leaseback transaction for 23 spare engines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ilzDTy-wU2U/Etihad-closes-367-million-engine-deal.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2959477/Etihad-closes-367-million-engine-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qantas closes Jolcos</title><description>The airline closed Japanese operating lease with call option (Jolco) transactions for two 737-800s today.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RW9C1UxTF30/Qantas-closes-Jolcos.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2959688/Qantas-closes-Jolcos.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSBC’s Dewdney moves to Paris</title><description>Andrew Dewdney, managing director, aircraft finance, HSBC , is relocating to the bank's Paris office.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qUBKjvwDu-4/HSBCs-Dewdney-moves-to-Paris.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:34:49 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2959112/HSBCs-Dewdney-moves-to-Paris.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Canada considers EETC</title><description>The potential bond would be the first US EETC structure outside of the US , says a source with knowledge of the deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WUAA9CPz02E/Air-Canada-considers-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2959158/Air-Canada-considers-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Financing sources to evolve in 2012</title><description>Banks, export credit agencies and lessors stepped up to finance aircraft deliveries in 2011. Next year will hold much of the same formula. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vrTPS1ND-zc/Feature-Financing-sources-to-evolve-in-2012.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2959185/Feature-Financing-sources-to-evolve-in-2012.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Malev must pay back illegal subsidies says EU Commission </title><description>The EU's executive body orders the Hungarian government to recover state aid given to its flagcarrier between 2007 and 2010.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2iyGDL9LxEU/Malev-must-pay-back-illegal-subsidies-says-EU-Commission.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2958748/Malev-must-pay-back-illegal-subsidies-says-EU-Commission.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air mandates Boeing refinancing</title><description>The airline has mandated finance lease transactions for six vintage Boeing aircraft.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CTiB-GIBOeM/Korean-Air-mandates-Boeing-refinancing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2958236/Korean-Air-mandates-Boeing-refinancing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin Atlantic explores export credit option</title><description>Julie Southern, chief commercial officer, Virgin Airlines, says that the recent Air France export credit deal could be replicated for the UK airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hCW4OXURQhw/Virgin-Atlantic-explores-export-credit-option.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2958126/Virgin-Atlantic-explores-export-credit-option.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India extends bridge loan deadline</title><description>The Indian national carrier is looking for a $230 million interim financing for its first two 787 deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lbzPogzGS_g/Air-India-extends-bridge-loan-deadline.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2957546/Air-India-extends-bridge-loan-deadline.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern mandates JP Morgan </title><description>The US bank will finance one A380 for the Chinese carrier.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uz6WfwN_hzU/China-Southern-mandates-JP-Morgan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2957515/China-Southern-mandates-JP-Morgan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Norwegian Air Shuttle closes PDPs</title><description>DVB will finance pre-delivery payments (PDPs) for five Boeing narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2_2Po6RjP2g/Norwegian-Air-Shuttle-closes-PDPs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2957476/Norwegian-Air-Shuttle-closes-PDPs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sachau joins NordLB</title><description>The former CEO of Amentum Capital will be a strategic consultant for the German Landesbank.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IauxKgQMlAA/Sachau-joins-NordLB.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2957525/Sachau-joins-NordLB.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB to scale up aviation business</title><description>The German bank is looking to increase its activity in aviation says CEO Wolfgang Driese.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KwprlPbrQek/DVB-to-scale-up-aviation-business.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2956832/DVB-to-scale-up-aviation-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Indigo and Awas agree s/l</title><description>Awas will purchase and leaseback four Airbus narrowbodies to the Indian carrier Indigo.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Rp4lZW3WR4E/Indigo-and-Awas-agree-sl.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:06:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2955446/Indigo-and-Awas-agree-sl.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC secures debt for 777 </title><description>The six year debt facility is for one Boeing aircraft to be lease by KLM. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FsF_B8YJlQ0/ALC-secures-debt-for-777.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:08:25 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2955037/ALC-secures-debt-for-777.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India seeks $230m bridge loan for 787s</title><description>The Indian national carrier is looking to secure interim financing for its first two Boeing 787 deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DQugmsO_kLM/Air-India-seeks-230m-bridge-loan-for-787s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2955518/Air-India-seeks-230m-bridge-loan-for-787s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas closes PDP facility</title><description>The lessor has secured pre-delivery payments for six 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ptr1GRITDew/Awas-closes-PDP-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2955481/Awas-closes-PDP-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern closes French lease</title><description>The transaction finances one A320 for the Chinese carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9cnq7AULOFI/China-Southern-closes-French-lease.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2955494/China-Southern-closes-French-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First export credit loan for Air France</title><description>The French flag carrier concludes the financing for one Airbus A380 with the first export credit loan for a home market airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kYEq3qPt6_4/First-export-credit-loan-for-Air-France.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2954628/First-export-credit-loan-for-Air-France.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion acquires 737-800</title><description>The 2002-vintage aircraft was purchased from Aircastle.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Qd0yDAmkhww/Deucalion-acquires-737-800.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:23:31 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2952041/Deucalion-acquires-737-800.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CDB Leasing acquires $1.7 billion portfolio </title><description>The lessor, owned by China Development Bank, has bought 32 aircraft from Gecas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-rb8hrCgGek/CDB-Leasing-acquires-17-billion-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2952012/CDB-Leasing-acquires-17-billion-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MALC refinances A319</title><description>DVB provided the debt facility for Millenium Aircraft Leasing Company, a fund co-managed by Novus Aviation and Alafco.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zN3vYDkSE2A/MALC-refinances-A319.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2952909/MALC-refinances-A319.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM closing Jolco</title><description>The deal finances one E190 operated by KLM Cityhopper.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uzY4GXVMrMI/KLM-closing-Jolco.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2951579/KLM-closing-Jolco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad invests $95m in Air Berlin</title><description>The Abu Dhabi-based carrier will take a 29.21% stake in the German airline group.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/trLWNCnrm2c/Etihad-invests-95m-in-Air-Berlin.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2950839/Etihad-invests-95m-in-Air-Berlin.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC prices $650m bond</title><description>The unsecured notes were upsized from $500 million to $650 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pRr7g2M2yTw/ILFC-prices-650m-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2951194/ILFC-prices-650m-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>News Analysis: Etihad CFO on acquiring Air Berlin stake </title><description>James Rigney talks about negotiating the deal which includes a $255 million loan to Air Berlin from Etihad's own balance sheet.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/p3n3G7RO5GE/News-Analysis-Etihad-CFO-on-acquiring-Air-Berlin-stake.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2951191/News-Analysis-Etihad-CFO-on-acquiring-Air-Berlin-stake.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lufthansa closes two Jols</title><description>The German flag-carrier financed two Airbus narrowbodies.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/00Bbmi5KBMc/Lufthansa-closes-two-Jols.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2950467/Lufthansa-closes-two-Jols.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Summit Leasing acquires two 737s </title><description>The Boeings are on lease to SAS until 2018. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OOm1XtxzbtI/Summit-Leasing-acquires-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2950336/Summit-Leasing-acquires-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guggenheim closes debt for A330</title><description>The lessor has secured commercial debt from four banks.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BE-HwWAMkdM/Guggenheim-closes-debt-for-A330.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2949630/Guggenheim-closes-debt-for-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Juneyao issues RFP </title><description>The Chinese airline is looking to finance up to 10 Airbus jets.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/91OLLFKHTJo/Juneyao-issues-RFP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2949602/Juneyao-issues-RFP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KV Aviation to purchase 767-300ER</title><description>Nedbank Capital arranged a term loan to finance the acquisition of the Boeing widebody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G-TU-F9LC4E/KV-Aviation-to-purchase-767-300ER.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:05:10 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948932/KV-Aviation-to-purchase-767-300ER.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lufthansa closes €450 million private placement</title><description>German banks syndicated the unsecured notes to investors in Germany and abroad.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ljPwxF23xgg/Lufthansa-closes-450-million-private-placement.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2949222/Lufthansa-closes-450-million-private-placement.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>$435m term loan for JSA</title><description>The loan will provide debt financing for eleven aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jULZfHi-wF4/435m-term-loan-for-JSA.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948176/435m-term-loan-for-JSA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AeroTurbine credit facility downsized</title><description>The company has cut its $425 million revolving credit facility by $90 million.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G0vBBoG8hdU/AeroTurbine-credit-facility-downsized.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948432/AeroTurbine-credit-facility-downsized.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern opts for French leases</title><description>A group of four banks will finance six Airbus aircraft for the Chinese carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LmUqAWCc4wo/China-Southern-opts-for-French-leases.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948223/China-Southern-opts-for-French-leases.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: Aircastle prices $150m senior notes</title><description>The notes add to a $300 million issuance from July last year. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pNyZ0fmwDi8/Update-Aircastle-prices-150m-senior-notes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948652/Update-Aircastle-prices-150m-senior-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature:Extracting value at a younger age</title><description>The fact that several aircraft have gone to part out earlier than expected might worry investors that the economic life of aircraft is changing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pkpThTyWf4U/FeatureExtracting-value-at-a-younger-age.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2947798/FeatureExtracting-value-at-a-younger-age.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle to offer $150m senior notes</title><description>The unsecured notes, due in 2018, can be offered to institutional investors in and outside the US.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/O-6rUMjx0wY/Aircastle-to-offer-150m-senior-notes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2947450/Aircastle-to-offer-150m-senior-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern mandates Airbus deals</title><description>Four Chinese financiers and an undisclosed European bank to share mandates for 16 aircraft.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/i9aTocw0McU/China-Eastern-mandates-Airbus-deals.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2947229/China-Eastern-mandates-Airbus-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates closes Boeing deal</title><description>Five banks participated in a 12-year commercial debt financing for Dubai's flagcarrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/t8mSibq_ark/Emirates-closes-Boeing-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2947024/Emirates-closes-Boeing-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG closes JPY6.8bn debt placement </title><description>The unsecured notes were placed with four Asian banks.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/g1OhCYFzXCg/ACG-closes-JPY68bn-debt-placement.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2946791/ACG-closes-JPY68bn-debt-placement.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Apollo raising $500m</title><description>The US parts trader hopes to close a new fund by the middle of next year.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0GxFr2tIsSQ/Apollo-raising-500m.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2946048/Apollo-raising-500m.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>PIA closes up to $100m Islamic finance loan</title><description>The loan is secured by secured by Pakistan International Airlines' ticket sales.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Tu5uH6xZWU8/PIA-closes-up-to-100m-Islamic-finance-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2946052/PIA-closes-up-to-100m-Islamic-finance-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>$789m loan for Xiamen Airlines</title><description>China Development bank will finance 12 Boeing deliveries for the Chinese regional carrier.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FezS6C6LTBk/789m-loan-for-Xiamen-Airlines.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944998/789m-loan-for-Xiamen-Airlines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DNA2 leases second A380 to Emirates</title><description>The aircraft, financed with bank debt and cash from UK investors, delivered to Emirates last week.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CTQGu0DtNOc/DNA2-leases-second-A380-to-Emirates.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944404/DNA2-leases-second-A380-to-Emirates.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSH mandates investment bank to sell loan portfolio</title><description>Citi is seeking buyers for the German bank's Eur5 billion ($6.7 billion) aviation loan book.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Mj_JuO86Zs8/HSH-mandates-investment-bank-to-sell-loan-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2943759/HSH-mandates-investment-bank-to-sell-loan-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pefco funds $2b aircraft loans in FY2011</title><description>The Private Exporting Funding Corporation (Pefco) financed 17 Boeing aircraft transactions.   </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RdX5P0_XpC8/Pefco-funds-2b-aircraft-loans-in-FY2011.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944113/Pefco-funds-2b-aircraft-loans-in-FY2011.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Profile: Deutsche Pfandbriefbank</title><description>Airfinance Journal speaks to new aviation financier PBB Deutsche Pfandbriefbank, a German bank which focusses solely on export credit lending for Airbus jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/coOA73rGW1k/Profile-Deutsche-Pfandbriefbank.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2943805/Profile-Deutsche-Pfandbriefbank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air closes Ex-Im financing</title><description>The airline closed the third 777-300ER from an Ex-Im financing package this month.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NR0sdApwec4/Korean-Air-closes-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2943282/Korean-Air-closes-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RPK anticipates debt financing opportunities</title><description>RPK Capital is in advanced discussions with airlines to provide debt finance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Kb7V6B-JzAU/RPK-anticipates-debt-financing-opportunities.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2943298/RPK-anticipates-debt-financing-opportunities.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exiar to support Superjet sales</title><description>The newly created Russian export credit agency is looking to support Superjet sales in Latin America and South East Asia.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/A6tR0XbYx8o/Exiar-to-support-Superjet-sales.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:15:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941676/Exiar-to-support-Superjet-sales.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates closes A380 s/l</title><description>The aircraft is on lease from Sky Cloud 3, a KG fund arranged by Doric Asset Management.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7Ny5UTstL2E/Emirates-closes-A380-sl.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941749/Emirates-closes-A380-sl.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Interjet closes ECA deal</title><description>The second of two A320s financed with export credit delivered this month.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XlkBOJbvKic/Interjet-closes-ECA-deal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941890/Interjet-closes-ECA-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air closes A380 financing</title><description>The airline closed export credit financing for its fifth A380 delivery.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/owCp_csS974/Korean-Air-closes-A380-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941610/Korean-Air-closes-A380-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thomas Cook closes £200 million facility </title><description>New £200 million facility replaces £100 million short term facility announced in October this year and eases the operator’s cash flow problems.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lao-XD0lqgw/Thomas-Cook-closes-200-million-facility.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 17:32:26 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941194/Thomas-Cook-closes-200-million-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flybe gets $500m export credit deal</title><description>The UK regional airline has signed committed financing for 20 E175 deliveries.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/51Jk01Q-WbI/Flybe-gets-500m-export-credit-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2940665/Flybe-gets-500m-export-credit-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Vx Capital appoints new SVP</title><description>Brian Dillon joins Vx Capital in the new role of senior vice president, technical.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nQ978hFnH90/Vx-Capital-appoints-new-SVP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2939984/Vx-Capital-appoints-new-SVP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>737 financing for Ethiopian Airlines</title><description>Ethiopia's flagcarrier has closed an Ex-Im financing package for five aircraft and a spare engine.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JR2deaglAyQ/737-financing-for-Ethiopian-Airlines.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2939405/737-financing-for-Ethiopian-Airlines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Ripple Effect</title><description>Patrick Winters investigates how far aviation's liquidity crisis has spread outside of France.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cPlIt8AyCW4/Feature-Ripple-Effect.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2939265/Feature-Ripple-Effect.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France leases one A380 </title><description>This is the eighth Airbus A380 KG fund that Dr Peterï¿½s Group has arranged.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zCgEBxiu_UI/Air-France-leases-one-A380.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938518/Air-France-leases-one-A380.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AJ Walter opens funding arm in HK</title><description>Former Seabury executive, Ian Malin heads up the new business, AJW Capital Partners
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_Kx1r8tRyNM/AJ-Walter-opens-funding-arm-in-HK.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938405/AJ-Walter-opens-funding-arm-in-HK.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>American Airlines drops support ahead of Ex-Im court case</title><description>The US carrier supported the Air Transport Association of America's (ATA) letter of demand to Ex-Im Bank but withdrew support before court action started last week. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/edgMCeVNAkE/American-Airlines-drops-support-ahead-of-Ex-Im-court-case.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938566/American-Airlines-drops-support-ahead-of-Ex-Im-court-case.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSA closes $265 million credit facility</title><description>The lessor will use the credit facility to finance eight aircraft that are either owned or scheduled for delivery in 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aj-JUj2oSyQ/JSA-closes-265-million-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938515/JSA-closes-265-million-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air closes $300m ABS</title><description>The dollar denominated securitization is backed by passenger ticket tales on the airline's North America routes.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wF7moNDJqpg/Korean-Air-closes-300m-ABS.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938552/Korean-Air-closes-300m-ABS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SAS closes $74 million refinancing</title><description>The Scandinavian carrier has closed the first of four finance leases with DVB and Nordea Finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mRXTS6nke9E/SAS-closes-74-million-refinancing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938692/SAS-closes-74-million-refinancing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jeju issues RFPs</title><description>The low cost Korean airline is looking for pre-delivery payments for six Boeing narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/v63c4xrzbT0/Jeju-issues-RFPs.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:59:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2937862/Jeju-issues-RFPs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease ups credit facility to $345m</title><description>The engine lessor closed an expanded revolving credit facility with US Banks.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/m4hACMfPxas/Willis-Lease-ups-credit-facility-to-345m.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938246/Willis-Lease-ups-credit-facility-to-345m.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CDB Leasing closes $195m offshore financing</title><description>Three foreign banks closed the facility which finances five narrowbodies.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/eDJRJ3nxQfk/CDB-Leasing-closes-195m-offshore-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2937300/CDB-Leasing-closes-195m-offshore-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern closes A330 financing</title><description>The French lease combined with export credit closed yesterday.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2Zo5oZeF-as/China-Eastern-closes-A330-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2937243/China-Eastern-closes-A330-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lion Air places largest ever Boeing order</title><description>The low cost carrier is Boeing's second announced 737Max customer with a $21.7 billion order.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/oyfTzDK8iXI/Lion-Air-places-largest-ever-Boeing-order.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2937284/Lion-Air-places-largest-ever-Boeing-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Oman Air taps regional debt markets</title><description>After securing a $56 million term loan with Oman’s Bank Dhofar earlier this year, the carrier could also finance pre-delivery payments for 787s locally.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3d-vfIHuSh8/Oman-Air-taps-regional-debt-markets.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2936812/Oman-Air-taps-regional-debt-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC plans $300m convertible bond</title><description>The company will sell seven-year notes which can be converted into shares at a later stage.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/a0E8G_Ieiug/ALC-plans-300m-convertible-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2934731/ALC-plans-300m-convertible-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flydubai signs s/l </title><description>Japanese lessor, MC Aviation Partners (MCAP), will finance two 737-800s delivering early next year.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NNEw8SA2tH0/Flydubai-signs-sl.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2935136/Flydubai-signs-sl.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kingfisher faces repossessions</title><description>The Indian airline is at risk of a number of its fleet being repossessions as doubts over its future arise.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/L2PWH8T4qkU/Kingfisher-faces-repossessions.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2935144/Kingfisher-faces-repossessions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring Airlines closes debt financing</title><description>The Chinese airline has closed a 10-year finance lease for one A320.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Se1f0nO--so/Spring-Airlines-closes-debt-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2934791/Spring-Airlines-closes-debt-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Germany to buy stake in EADS</title><description>The state-owned KfW bank group will buy a 7.5% stake in EADS next year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_FvwT8ihWHI/Germany-to-buy-stake-in-EADS.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2933352/Germany-to-buy-stake-in-EADS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A new capital markets player</title><description>As Jefferies builds its aviation expertise, it will focus on trading, capital markets deals and strategic advising.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TPxBFUE4CLA/A-new-capital-markets-player.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2932869/A-new-capital-markets-player.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle closes debt deals</title><description>The lessor has closed financings for two A330s and one 777-300ER.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xK86eeRU0Oc/Aircastle-closes-debt-deals.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2932765/Aircastle-closes-debt-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Russian lessor files for bankruptcy</title><description>Avialeasing has filed for bankruptcy and the lessor's 24 SSJ100 order positions have been transferred to VEB Leasing.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yrxvGDjeKIM/Russian-lessor-files-for-bankruptcy.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2932025/Russian-lessor-files-for-bankruptcy.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Vietnamese lessor secures export credit</title><description>Vietnam aircraft leasing company (VALC) has mandated a pool of banks to finance 10 A321s which begin delivering next year.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1xKaktCoqRQ/Vietnamese-lessor-secures-export-credit.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2932056/Vietnamese-lessor-secures-export-credit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China closes Ex-Im bond</title><description>Chinaï¿½s flagcarrier has raised $135 million with the first US Ex-Im bond issued by an Asia-Pacific airline.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AKUzEXeahf8/Air-China-closes-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927786/Air-China-closes-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Record year, but uncertainty remains </title><description>Export credit pricing is rising, but it is still lower than one year ago.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tfosL7HhoiA/Record-year-but-uncertainty-remains.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927909/Record-year-but-uncertainty-remains.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kuwait Airways delays privatization</title><description>The Kuwaiti government will restructure its flagcarrier before selling a stake to investors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Xjsjyg-KTrM/Kuwait-Airways-delays-privatization.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2926912/Kuwait-Airways-delays-privatization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: 2013 came early</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EMXtXUy3OMM/Editorial-2013-came-early.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2925956/Editorial-2013-came-early.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap secures $400m credit facility</title><description>The long-term facility will finance 12 sale/leasebacks for American Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-scYXkcqEbY/AerCap-secures-400m-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2924021/AerCap-secures-400m-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Leahy calls for more ECA bonds</title><description>Airbus' chief operating officer, customers, wants the European export credit agencies to help fund more new deliveries in the capital markets as bank liquidity shrinks.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Arxl5NHUGrU/Leahy-calls-for-more-ECA-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2923006/Leahy-calls-for-more-ECA-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Profile: Apple, the local global bank</title><description>The New York City-based bank may be quiet about its aviation transactions, but it has a large portfolio with an experienced team. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jkqJYk5oYj8/Profile-Apple-the-local-global-bank.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2920447/Profile-Apple-the-local-global-bank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Pricing Survey</title><description>Patrick Winters asks leading banks to indicate commercial debt and export credit margins for new narrowbody aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-JA2vhmQKp4/Feature-Pricing-Survey.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2919642/Feature-Pricing-Survey.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Asia gets A320 debt</title><description>Standard Chartered Bank is arranger and lender for the direct loan to finance two A320s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pxIR6SLvV-g/Air-Asia-gets-A320-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 10:52:21 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2917844/Air-Asia-gets-A320-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DNA2 takes delivery of first A380</title><description>The aircraft, which is managed by Doric Asset Finance, will be leased to Emirates for 12 years.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ScuHReKxn-I/DNA2-takes-delivery-of-first-A380.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2918210/DNA2-takes-delivery-of-first-A380.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental closes debt financing</title><description>Unicredit arranged the long-term loan to finance one Boeing 737-800.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GmweRt5H2Wg/Continental-closes-debt-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2917118/Continental-closes-debt-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Southern Air receives equity injection</title><description>Oak Hill Capital Partners has invested $55 million in the cargo airline to complete a fleet renewal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/93nm-z29_uw/Southern-Air-receives-equity-injection.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 16:30:03 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2914954/Southern-Air-receives-equity-injection.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Greenland refinances one A330</title><description>Greenland’s flag carrier has closed a commercial loan refinancing with CA-CIB.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ngFV_ez48og/Air-Greenland-refinances-one-A330.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 16:01:30 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2914296/Air-Greenland-refinances-one-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Ex-Im Bank reviews "take out" option</title><description>Volatile markets push US Ex-Im Bank to reconsider buying up aircraft loans from struggling banks at par value.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/v_M6v_lsBRA/Exclusive-Ex-Im-Bank-reviews-take-out-option.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2914404/Exclusive-Ex-Im-Bank-reviews-take-out-option.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Europe’s debt crisis is an opportunity says Boeing</title><description>The manufacturer told Middle East investors that aviation is suited to Islamic finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Dsm7k68Pi0k/Europes-debt-crisis-is-an-opportunity-says-Boeing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:29:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2912307/Europes-debt-crisis-is-an-opportunity-says-Boeing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>$18m refinancing for Icelandair Group </title><description>The seven-year loan from Deutsche Bank will refinance other loans that were recently repaid.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2WnneVEbVdQ/18m-refinancing-for-Icelandair-Group.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2912640/18m-refinancing-for-Icelandair-Group.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS Aviation Capital: first round closes with eight bidders</title><description>Royal Bank of Scotland has received over six bids for its aircraft leasing company, RBS Aviation Capital.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vT62yInFIys/RBS-Aviation-Capital-first-round-closes-with-eight-bidders.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:40:25 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2908618/RBS-Aviation-Capital-first-round-closes-with-eight-bidders.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Will there be a funding gap?</title><description>Volatility in European banking markets leads to funding concerns for aviation finance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pIiO_nQv674/Analysis-Will-there-be-a-funding-gap.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2908352/Analysis-Will-there-be-a-funding-gap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: AA prices $726m EETC</title><description>The bond, which priced at 8.625%, was more than three-times oversubscribed.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/F4hBY7iSp6c/Update-AA-prices-726m-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2908738/Update-AA-prices-726m-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AA to price $726m EETC</title><description>The Class A pass through certificates will be secured by a pool of 43 Boeing aircraft.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lQoTWqM2Ak8/AA-to-price-726m-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2907924/AA-to-price-726m-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First aircraft Pfandbrief due next year</title><description>The issue of the first bond backed by aircraft loans in the German market has been delayed by the ratings process.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/F2idoFllH1U/First-aircraft-Pfandbrief-due-next-year.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2905208/First-aircraft-Pfandbrief-due-next-year.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG to issue up to $500m notes</title><description>The medium term notes will be denominated in various currencies, with the first issue in Singapore.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7J05rs0SD4g/ACG-to-issue-up-to-500m-notes.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2904681/ACG-to-issue-up-to-500m-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thai mandates commercial debt financing</title><description>The airline has awarded mandates to three banks to finance three A330-300s with finance leases.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/j7cF6km7v2Y/Thai-mandates-commercial-debt-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2902279/Thai-mandates-commercial-debt-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lufthansa mandates JOLs</title><description>The German carrier issued a request for proposals for Japanese operating lease financing four weeks ago.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/726rQy0nQsg/Lufthansa-mandates-JOLs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2901397/Lufthansa-mandates-JOLs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KfW hires new North American VP</title><description>German bank KfW Ipex Bank has found a replacement for Chirstian Wulf who left last month. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ai_SyWDCoOw/KfW-hires-new-North-American-VP.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:56:07 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2898618/KfW-hires-new-North-American-VP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Heinemann joins SkyWorks advisory board</title><description>After leaving AerCap Klaus Heinemann will serve on SkyWorks's global advisory board to expand business.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MKX1P3AjyUU/Heinemann-joins-SkyWorks-advisory-board.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2897225/Heinemann-joins-SkyWorks-advisory-board.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Etihad finances one A330-300</title><description>Citi arranged the export credit loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PpaJth_DiSc/Etihad-finances-one-A330-300.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2896589/Etihad-finances-one-A330-300.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aldus Aviation closes portfolio transaction</title><description>The deal, worth nearly $500, will include 14 new Embraer jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RvCHkMKEaJw/Aldus-Aviation-closes-portfolio-transaction.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2894800/Aldus-Aviation-closes-portfolio-transaction.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC files for IPO </title><description>AIG plans to sell 20% of ILFC’s stock in an initial public offering, saying the business is non-core.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/witFAk68EIg/ILFC-files-for-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2894450/ILFC-files-for-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>VALC in the market for narrowbody financing</title><description>Vietnamese lessor Vietnam Aircraft Leasing Company (VALC) has invited banks to bid to finance 10 Airbus deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/whqGzWUs63c/VALC-in-the-market-for-narrowbody-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2893003/VALC-in-the-market-for-narrowbody-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France mandates banks for KG financing</title><description>The French carrier is scheduled to take delivery of one Airbus A380 in April 2012. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NRTahqvr0HY/Air-France-mandates-banks-for-KG-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2890921/Air-France-mandates-banks-for-KG-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern issues RFP for 20 aircraft</title><description>The request for proposals (RFP) covers 20 Boeing and Airbus aircraft delivering between January and August 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AToKGDkYjXY/China-Southern-issues-RFP-for-20-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2889663/China-Southern-issues-RFP-for-20-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> 747-8F launch customer mandates financing</title><description>Cargolux will finance three new 747-8Fs delivering this year using a combination of Ex-Im support and commercial debt from European banks.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-F5uNOfSIDo/747-8F-launch-customer-mandates-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2888946/747-8F-launch-customer-mandates-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cathay Pacific to start $2bn bond programme</title><description>The Hong Kong airline plans to issue up to $2 billion in medium term notes.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/974eLfRfKk4/Cathay-Pacific-to-start-2bn-bond-programme.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2888620/Cathay-Pacific-to-start-2bn-bond-programme.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air New Zealand to issue $150m bonds</title><description>The pubic airline is considering issuing unsecured, fixed-rate bonds maturing in 2016. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QsKmxpRu_nU/Air-New-Zealand-to-issue-150m-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2887911/Air-New-Zealand-to-issue-150m-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing Capital closes $750m bond</title><description>The senior unsecured bond will be used to repay existing debt maturing in February 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/q-vn6mf9WRY/Boeing-Capital-closes-750m-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2886286/Boeing-Capital-closes-750m-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Credit Agricole expands New York team</title><description>The two new hires in New York will help to grow Credit Agricole-CIB’s Americas business.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/f2mNIbxfBbQ/Credit-Agricole-expands-New-York-team.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 13:10:25 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2883758/Credit-Agricole-expands-New-York-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kavanagh leaves Lloyds</title><description>The head of aviation is considering opportunities but will stay in aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4oIO-xJJeoU/Kavanagh-leaves-Lloyds.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2883644/Kavanagh-leaves-Lloyds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB Bank profits in asset lending </title><description>The European bank, which focuses on asset finance, reports that profits are up.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/d-dLA8K_jV8/DVB-Bank-profits-in-asset-lending.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2882190/DVB-Bank-profits-in-asset-lending.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MCAP signals interest in RBS portfolio </title><description>The CEO of MC Aviation Partners says he is interested in RBS Aviation Capital as the Japanese lessor seeks to acquire another $2 billion of assets. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vY8DS35jRcA/MCAP-signals-interest-in-RBS-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2882280/MCAP-signals-interest-in-RBS-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TAM raises $246 million </title><description>The airline has raised cash with an advance sale of tickets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gd9w0T8pQBc/TAM-raises-246-million.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2881473/TAM-raises-246-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China's ECA divide</title><description>Outside of China's big three government-owned carriers, the second-tier airlines struggle for access to export credit.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U_0El9pJ3RY/Chinas-ECA-divide.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2880854/Chinas-ECA-divide.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Killick Aerospace closes $160m financings</title><description>The transactions include a senior banking facility, an accordion facility and a subordinate loan.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-MJ1VTj3njQ/Killick-Aerospace-closes-160m-financings.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2881199/Killick-Aerospace-closes-160m-financings.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: 2011 operating lease survey</title><description>There is uncertainty over the cost of jet fuel and new technology as the aircraft leasing industry welcomes new players.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iBYYohLK9VI/Feature-2011-operating-lease-survey.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2879525/Feature-2011-operating-lease-survey.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Singapore funds A380 in KG market</title><description>Flag carrier Singapore Airlines has closed a sale/leaseback with Lloyd Fonds for one Airbus A380.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uQR-FnFOmB0/Singapore-funds-A380-in-KG-market.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2879403/Singapore-funds-A380-in-KG-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Falko’s new strategy</title><description>The re-branded leasing company will acquire portfolios of regional jets but has ruled out investing in narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pH6DNufkLvE/Falkos-new-strategy.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2878976/Falkos-new-strategy.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways secures PDPs for 24 aircraft</title><description>Natixis Transport Finance provided the predelivery payments (PDPs) for the Airbus aircraft delivering between 2011 and 2012. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/T-1OOkJHt0I/US-Airways-secures-PDPs-for-24-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2877440/US-Airways-secures-PDPs-for-24-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UTair bond raises $54 million</title><description>The Russian carrier has placed a five-year bond on the Russian stock exchange.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4YgfcU009Bw/UTair-bond-raises-54-million.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2877383/UTair-bond-raises-54-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wulf joins BNP Paribas</title><description>French bank, BNP Paribas, has appointed Christian Wulf as director, Latin America.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/R0JWcNCfqgQ/Wulf-joins-BNP-Paribas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2877043/Wulf-joins-BNP-Paribas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Rising cost of Ex-Im debt </title><description>Bankers comment on what a US default might do to Ex-Im backed debt, as Ex-Im pricing doubles in recent months. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1Zx8ZGL_OZs/Rising-cost-of-Ex-Im-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2875715/Rising-cost-of-Ex-Im-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Formal sale of RBS Aviation Capital begins</title><description>Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has started a formal auction process for the lessor as sales memorandums are sent out to interested parties.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EcnObDc2J3M/Formal-sale-of-RBS-Aviation-Capital-begins.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:41:42 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2872167/Formal-sale-of-RBS-Aviation-Capital-begins.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guggenheim gets financing for widebodies</title><description>Debt facilities closed with three banks will fund five widebody passenger aircraft and one freighter.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1NAU9Gmch3U/Guggenheim-gets-financing-for-widebodies.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2872396/Guggenheim-gets-financing-for-widebodies.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China gets Ex-Im support</title><description>The carrier took delivery of its first 777-300ER this week, financed with debt guaranteed by US Ex-Im Bank.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/w0X3pAh_azg/Air-China-gets-Ex-Im-support.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2871552/Air-China-gets-Ex-Im-support.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ryanair prices €156m Ex-Im bond</title><description>The bond is the first Euro-denominated US Ex-Im bond.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pDNMlA3uPaY/Ryanair-prices-156m-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2869011/Ryanair-prices-156m-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Heinemann establishes HH Kapital </title><description>AerCap’s former CEO, Klaus Heinemann, has established a trading company for aviation financial products. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8xS4-Pfs1pA/Heinemann-establishes-HH-Kapital.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2868379/Heinemann-establishes-HH-Kapital.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KG fund raises equity for Emirates A380</title><description>Sky Cloud 3, a German KG fund which will lease one A380 to Emirates, has finished syndicating equity for the aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gasOlhwIq7s/KG-fund-raises-equity-for-Emirates-A380.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2867787/KG-fund-raises-equity-for-Emirates-A380.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSH Nordbank to exit aviation </title><description>The German Landesbank will look to sell its €5.5 billion aircraft portfolio after closing its aviation lending business. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LZOvgg-vIeY/HSH-Nordbank-to-exit-aviation.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2867328/HSH-Nordbank-to-exit-aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DNA2 raises $231m in UK listing</title><description>Doric Nimrod Air Two (DNA2) lists on the London Stock Exchange, raising £145 million ($231 million) to fund three A380s for Emirates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/oz20V8suTgA/DNA2-raises-231m-in-UK-listing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2865286/DNA2-raises-231m-in-UK-listing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Air France applies for export credit</title><description>French carrier launches the first export credit financing for any home market airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/q8CRr43h1IA/Exclusive-Air-France-applies-for-export-credit.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2863597/Exclusive-Air-France-applies-for-export-credit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Indian airlines honest about challenges ahead</title><description>Airlines and financiers speak about the challenges they face at the fifth annual India Airfinance Conference in Mumbai. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o2LlBTbFz-I/Indian-airlines-honest-about-challenges-ahead.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2861228/Indian-airlines-honest-about-challenges-ahead.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Norwegian mandates $550m financing</title><description>The facility includes Ex-Im debt for 11 Boeing 737-800s and pre-delivery payments for some of the aircraft.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/deAcKYRY2Mw/Norwegian-mandates-550m-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2861372/Norwegian-mandates-550m-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: US Airways prices EETC</title><description>The airline priced its 2010-1 Class C notes worth $53 million</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KXtRkla2Ud4/Update-US-Airways-prices-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2858081/Update-US-Airways-prices-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways to price $53 million EETC</title><description>The American carrier will issue additional Class C notes from a EETC originally closed in 2010.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ao8cp0wz8Cw/US-Airways-to-price-53-million-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2857467/US-Airways-to-price-53-million-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Infinity Aviation Capital open for business</title><description>The new leasing and financing company, a joint venture between Perella Weinberg and three aviation industry veterans, has acquired three 737s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0BweE50XX_Q/Infinity-Aviation-Capital-open-for-business.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2856764/Infinity-Aviation-Capital-open-for-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Russian ECA to be established by 2013</title><description>Export credit will be available for Sukhoi’s Superjet as Russia establishes an export credit guarantee program.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DUNWx4O6FdY/Russian-ECA-to-be-established-by-2013.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2856414/Russian-ECA-to-be-established-by-2013.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jackson Square Aviation: building an aircraft portfolio</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation's management speaks to Airfinance Journal about leasing aircraft and sourcing finance 15 months after launching with equity from Oaktree Capital.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WUVFtOvIQ6k/Jackson-Square-Aviation-building-an-aircraft-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2855854/Jackson-Square-Aviation-building-an-aircraft-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways secures loan for four A320s</title><description>DVB Bank and Q Aviation arranged the private loan to finance four Airbus A320 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fnZUv5H1kqI/US-Airways-secures-loan-for-four-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2855168/US-Airways-secures-loan-for-four-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier closes $1.35bn facilities</title><description>The facilities replace an existing letter of credit and an unsecured revolving credit facility set to expire this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/u4tdzBnvOAc/Bombardier-closes-135bn-facilities.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2854546/Bombardier-closes-135bn-facilities.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas closes $290m securitization</title><description>The $290 million engines securitization is the first asset backed securitization closed since 2007.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JubRd5EoPoc/Gecas-closes-290m-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2854542/Gecas-closes-290m-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways prices Class C notes</title><description>The notes, along with the Class A and Class B notes issued earlier this week, are secured by a portfolio of nine Airbus aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Y3YZR6rTZQU/US-Airways-prices-Class-C-notes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2854308/US-Airways-prices-Class-C-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: US Airways prices $388m EETC</title><description>US Airways is to issue Class C notes today after the Class A notes were three times oversubscribed. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VRGoKkFX_EE/Update-US-Airways-prices-388m-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2852935/Update-US-Airways-prices-388m-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSA closes $220m credit facility</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation now has more than $600 million in warehouse capacity and is considering an initial public offering (IPO) this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/avNe1-5qs1o/JSA-closes-220m-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2852111/JSA-closes-220m-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways to price a $388m EETC</title><description>Proceeds from the issuance will be used to refinance five Airbus aircraft and to finance four new Airbus aircraft.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AQ6epNlsKCk/US-Airways-to-price-a-388m-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2852124/US-Airways-to-price-a-388m-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TEAM investment for Marubeni and ST Aerospace</title><description>Marubeni and ST Aerospace will invest $100 million over two years in a new engine leasing joint venture, Total Engine Asset Management (TEAM).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fiiMXLKfWrA/TEAM-investment-for-Marubeni-and-ST-Aerospace.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2851337/TEAM-investment-for-Marubeni-and-ST-Aerospace.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas secures $500m warehouse</title><description>The company will use the facility to acquire new and used aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7DMmrzaQSmw/Awas-secures-500m-warehouse.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2847215/Awas-secures-500m-warehouse.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese carriers keen on export credit</title><description>Air China, China Eastern and China Southern will use export credit guarantees to finance aircraft while it remains attractive, but will consider the US capital markets this decade.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cY1kwKij584/Chinese-carriers-keen-on-export-credit.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2846199/Chinese-carriers-keen-on-export-credit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Strong demand for Chinese aviation</title><description>Demand is outpacing funding and aircraft capacity in China, reports Patrick Winters from the 9th Annual China Airfinance Conference n Beijing this week.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NLaKUWW--ws/Strong-demand-for-Chinese-aviation.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2845302/Strong-demand-for-Chinese-aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>LAN to tap capital markets </title><description>The Chilean carrier will seek to tap the capital markets with a joint Lan/Tam (Latam) issuance when the price of export credit rises.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7ydqapH-5gg/LAN-to-tap-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:15:41 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2844023/LAN-to-tap-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Iata halves 2011 industry profit forecast </title><description>High oil prices, natural disasters and political unrest have caused the International Air Transport Association (Iata) to cuts this year’s industry profit forecast by 54% to $4 billion.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QPqq8bLOv_M/Iata-halves-2011-industry-profit-forecast.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 10:58:43 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2843001/Iata-halves-2011-industry-profit-forecast.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: The black box that is Basel III</title><description>Basel III will not shrink the availability of financing, but the new regulations will make it more expensive.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Mq5w3sq5mN0/Feature-The-black-box-that-is-Basel-III.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2843150/Feature-The-black-box-that-is-Basel-III.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: Emirates goes to the capital markets</title><description>After a roadshow covering Asia, Europe and the Middle East, Dubai carrier Emirates closed its first issuance this week.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OkWLc8flEzY/Analysis-Emirates-goes-to-the-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2842372/Analysis-Emirates-goes-to-the-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Interjet to raise funds with IPO</title><description>Mexican carrier, Interjet, has filed the necessary documents with the with the Mexican stock exchange to do an initial public offering (IPO).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IeNwMXYVv_g/Interjet-to-raise-funds-with-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2839924/Interjet-to-raise-funds-with-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investec’s global expansion ambitions</title><description>Investec Global Aviation Fund (IGAF) will grow its aircraft portfolio by tapping institutional investors outside of Australia. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pkNUAwwyVy8/Investecs-global-expansion-ambitions.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2839460/Investecs-global-expansion-ambitions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TAM raises $500 million bond</title><description>The 10-year guaranteed notes priced at 8.375%.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yCxfkS-JqKw/TAM-raises-500-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2838652/TAM-raises-500-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSH to close London office in 2012</title><description>The German bank will relocate its London-based aviation team to Hamburg and to other international branches by September 2012.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QUQxLzDuYec/HSH-to-close-London-office-in-2012.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2837769/HSH-to-close-London-office-in-2012.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC prices $2.2bn of unsecured notes</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) also increased its tender offers to $1.75 billion from $750 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8rTjIpQo62o/ILFC-prices-22bn-of-unsecured-notes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2832153/ILFC-prices-22bn-of-unsecured-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC to issue unsecured senior notes</title><description>The notes will be issued in two tranches maturing in 2016 and 2019. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EMqz7ggEfSw/ILFC-to-issue-unsecured-senior-notes.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2831060/ILFC-to-issue-unsecured-senior-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New commercial aviation investment fund</title><description>Crane Aircraft Partners will focus on middle-aged aircraft and expects to begin fundraising next month. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/n28XNmB16pY/New-commercial-aviation-investment-fund.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2828639/New-commercial-aviation-investment-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing: Lessors will need capital markets</title><description>Competition among new lessors will drive more speculative aircraft orders, and lessors will need capital markets to fund them, says Boeing Capital’s managing director.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9u6YwQCf6kc/Boeing-Lessors-will-need-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2819636/Boeing-Lessors-will-need-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: ABS, a mysterious absence </title><description>Lenders and lessors discuss how the asset-backed securitization market will return and what deals may look like. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D9CnGcHl2XM/Feature-ABS-a-mysterious-absence.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2816343/Feature-ABS-a-mysterious-absence.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France closes Jolco in tough market</title><description>The French flag carrier closed a Japanese operating lease with call option (Jolco) for a 2007-vintage Boeing widebody aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LiuwbekplhA/Air-France-closes-Jolco-in-tough-market.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2814377/Air-France-closes-Jolco-in-tough-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC boosts term loan to $1.5bn</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) increased its secured term loan to $1.5 billion from $1.3 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JP_OovkwxEs/ILFC-boosts-term-loan-to-15bn.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2812705/ILFC-boosts-term-loan-to-15bn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal Analysis: ALC IPO highlights industry’s capital needs</title><description>Air Lease Corporation’s president speaks to Airfinance Journal about the company’s initial public offering and what it means for the industry.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JIYESZoD3eY/Deal-Analysis-ALC-IPO-highlights-industrys-capital-needs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2812295/Deal-Analysis-ALC-IPO-highlights-industrys-capital-needs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: More tax Leases as economy picks up</title><description>Tax leasing has suffered from a shortage of equity in the downturn because of minimal corporate profits. With the market moving again, Patrick Winters looks at which credits are best suited to this channel of finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FT8S1oV73qw/Feature-More-tax-Leases-as-economy-picks-up.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2812310/Feature-More-tax-Leases-as-economy-picks-up.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC prices IPO to raise $805m</title><description>The lessor's initial public offering (IPO) priced yesterday at $26.50 per share. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lBExTEAlO88/ALC-prices-IPO-to-raise-805m.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2810655/ALC-prices-IPO-to-raise-805m.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investors question EETC returns </title><description>Fixed income investors question whether investors are accurately compensated for risk in EETC market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tOyJHdJJjE0/Investors-question-EETC-returns.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2807233/Investors-question-EETC-returns.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin oversubscribes €150 million bond </title><description>The German low-cost carrier has closed orders for its €150 million ($217 million) unsecured bond issue, after book building started this morning.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/P8ClxTxtFaw/Air-Berlin-oversubscribes-150-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2806186/Air-Berlin-oversubscribes-150-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Landesbanks dig deeper for funding</title><description>Germany's first aircraft Pfandbrief funded by institutional investors will pump more liquidity into the airfinance market.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Xoic2rHZ0Cs/Feature-Landesbanks-dig-deeper-for-funding.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2805385/Feature-Landesbanks-dig-deeper-for-funding.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>More aircraft to be financed by capital markets</title><description>Financiers expect the Basel III and new aviation sector of understanding (Nasu) rules will mean more aircraft will be financed in the capital markets. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/h5IP2KW0AVo/More-aircraft-to-be-financed-by-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2805466/More-aircraft-to-be-financed-by-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG raises $750 million </title><description>The California-based aircraft lessor issued the senior unsecured notes today. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YlMbRzmxqIs/ACG-raises-750-million.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2803430/ACG-raises-750-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSA delivers 777-300ER to Air France</title><description>This is the first delivery of four sale/leasebacks between the airline and US aircraft lessor.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ttwGgrDVLPc/JSA-delivers-777-300ER-to-Air-France.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2800572/JSA-delivers-777-300ER-to-Air-France.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta prices $292.75 million EETC</title><description>The Class A certificates will refinance a previous enhanced equipment trust certificate (EETC) maturing in September 2011.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OzkFwnCOjW0/Delta-prices-29275-million-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2798152/Delta-prices-29275-million-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UTair to issue $106 million bonds</title><description>The Russian carrier will issue two domestic bonds worth three billion Rubles ($106 million) through its subsidiary, UTair Finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hr-hWeapPig/UTair-to-issue-106-million-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2794828/UTair-to-issue-106-million-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allegiant Air to close $125m term loan</title><description>The loan will be secured by the airline’s entire fleet consisting of MD-80s and 757 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/F1Wf3sMv2hA/Allegiant-Air-to-close-125m-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2791413/Allegiant-Air-to-close-125m-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hawaiian prices $75m convertible notes</title><description>Underwriters have the option to purchase up to an additional $11.25 million notes to cover over-allotments.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BHKvSGii8Jw/Hawaiian-prices-75m-convertible-notes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2790361/Hawaiian-prices-75m-convertible-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hawaiian to offer $75m convertible notes</title><description>Hawaiian Airlines will issue an additional $11.25 million notes to cover overallotments.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YqvjK2ZnzHs/Hawaiian-to-offer-75m-convertible-notes.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2789404/Hawaiian-to-offer-75m-convertible-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AA prices $1bn senior secured notes</title><description>The notes are secured with routes, landing and take-off slots and the right to occupy space in airport terminals.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U0u5f7g2G3E/AA-prices-1bn-senior-secured-notes.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2788716/AA-prices-1bn-senior-secured-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AA issues $1bn senior secured notes</title><description>The $1 billion private offering is secured by routes, airport landing and take-off slots.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/c5Pei7gW77g/AA-issues-1bn-senior-secured-notes.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2781832/AA-issues-1bn-senior-secured-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France mandates banks to raise €1bn</title><description>The French airline has mandated a club of eight banks to arrange the five-year revolving credit facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-zJm02e4dro/Air-France-mandates-banks-to-raise-1bn.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2780730/Air-France-mandates-banks-to-raise-1bn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Thinking outside the box for PDP finance</title><description>Although predelivery financing has improved, financiers continue to be selective in their lending. Lessors may be the key to helping airlines find a financing solution. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/STbuEdia9ik/Feature-Thinking-outside-the-box-for-PDP-finance.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2780703/Feature-Thinking-outside-the-box-for-PDP-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier and ICBC Leasing sign MOU</title><description>The Chinese leasing company will provide Bombardier customers up to $8 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iAz1r8kH_8w/Bombardier-and-ICBC-Leasing-sign-MOU.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2779965/Bombardier-and-ICBC-Leasing-sign-MOU.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>OECD invites China and Russia to join ASU</title><description>The OECD’s secretary-general invited China and Russia to join the new Aircraft Sector Understanding (Nasu). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FXr-OtcqtvI/OECD-invites-China-and-Russia-to-join-ASU.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2775966/OECD-invites-China-and-Russia-to-join-ASU.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>OECD invites China and Russia to join ASU</title><description>The OECD’s secretary-general invited China and Russia to join the new Aircraft Sector Understanding (Nasu). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EBGxMHe9BRE/OECD-invites-China-and-Russia-to-join-ASU.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2775968/OECD-invites-China-and-Russia-to-join-ASU.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First JOL for TAM</title><description>The Brazilian airline closed its first Japanese operating lease (JOL) for one Airbus aircraft yesterday.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/StImch-S9FU/First-JOL-for-TAM.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2773915/First-JOL-for-TAM.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Cash for miles</title><description>Spinning off the frequent flyer program (FFP) was a hot topic a couple of years ago but after the crisis it has taken a backseat for most airlines. Patrick Winters investigates how an airline can raise cash from the FFP and if now is the right time.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LD20tBiCIms/Feature-Cash-for-miles.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2771919/Feature-Cash-for-miles.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wizz Air closes s/l</title><description>Hong Kong Aviation Capital will purchase four Airbus A320s from the Hungarian airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dNZH6x3Z_ZE/Wizz-Air-closes-sl.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2770945/Wizz-Air-closes-sl.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: When bank debt becomes a cash trap</title><description>Non-recourse loans can be attractive to the borrower because they are less risky to the overall asset portfolio. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jJ1Ke4Vier8/Feature-When-bank-debt-becomes-a-cash-trap.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2812450/Feature-When-bank-debt-becomes-a-cash-trap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates considers unsecured bond</title><description>The Dubai carrier is looking at the capital markets to raise debt. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1JXROTqPt7Y/Emirates-considers-unsecured-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2765302/Emirates-considers-unsecured-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: German financiers' cautious return </title><description>Nine German financiers discuss the challenges facing their industry.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dsC2AZO2CMI/Feature-German-financiers-cautious-return.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2764414/Feature-German-financiers-cautious-return.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TUI issues RFP for nine 737-800s</title><description>TUI Travel has issued a request for proposal (RFP) for nine Boeing 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/puS-X7uX5_k/TUI-issues-RFP-for-nine-737-800s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2763506/TUI-issues-RFP-for-nine-737-800s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: Delta prices EETC </title><description>The issue was the first time two Class B notes were issued simultaneously without Class A notes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/15P14QccPqA/UPDATE-Delta-prices-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2763847/UPDATE-Delta-prices-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta to price EETC</title><description>The two-tranche deal is Class B notes for Class A notes originally issued in 2010. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2c7jAVnGgIA/Delta-to-price-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2763032/Delta-to-price-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese lessors face challenging business environment</title><description>US dollar restrictions and the inability to place direct orders make it hard for Chinese lessors to compete internationally. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Eh-9Za91D0U/Chinese-lessors-face-challenging-business-environment.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2761501/Chinese-lessors-face-challenging-business-environment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The new ASU: what to expect</title><description>Changes to the price and terms of export credit expected today.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tazO7xh8ji4/The-new-ASU-what-to-expect.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2759407/The-new-ASU-what-to-expect.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC secures $2bn revolving credit line</title><description>The three-year $2 billion revolving credit line was provided by a syndicate of 11 banks</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/K1_6yRTRHG8/ILFC-secures-2bn-revolving-credit-line.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2759170/ILFC-secures-2bn-revolving-credit-line.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Crowded market for new deliveries, bankers say</title><description>Bankers at the 13th European Airfinance Conference in Dublin react positively to the new Aircraft Sector Understanding, but say market is crowded for new aircraft deliveries. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/w-8OeztJbP8/Crowded-market-for-new-deliveries-bankers-say.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2758123/Crowded-market-for-new-deliveries-bankers-say.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>World ECAs still in business</title><description>Representatives from five export credit agencies at the 13th Annual European Airfinance Conference say they will keep supporting the aviation industry in 2011, despite a new ASU.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G0g4Fg02d5Q/World-ECAs-still-in-business.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2756842/World-ECAs-still-in-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: AA prices EETC	</title><description>American Airlines will use the $657 million equipment enhanced trust certificate (EETC) to refinance 30 Boeing aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/i_4PyOFHJcM/UPDATE-AA-prices-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2754101/UPDATE-AA-prices-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AA to price $657 million EETC     </title><description>The equipment enhanced trust certificate (EETC) for American Airlines, backed by 30 Boeing aircraft is expected to price today.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/x8ohtMP8-kk/AA-to-price-657-million-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2011 18:01:47 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2753380/AA-to-price-657-million-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Lease to launch $100m IPO	</title><description>Stephen Udvar-Hazy's aircraft leasing venture Air Lease Corporation (ALC) is to launch an initial public offering of up to $100 million.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/k3T0l8Ozi5o/Air-Lease-to-launch-100m-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2752022/Air-Lease-to-launch-100m-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSH still active in 2011</title><description>The German bank says their budget will be smaller than past years and it is considering selling Amentum Capital.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ut60IE-Q0lI/HSH-still-active-in-2011.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2746184/HSH-still-active-in-2011.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>OECD: Export credit fees to rise in February</title><description>The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) says export credit fees will be closer to market rates under the proposed new terms to take effect in February. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/n028y9MKOmE/OECD-Export-credit-fees-to-rise-in-February.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2742390/OECD-Export-credit-fees-to-rise-in-February.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: The year liquidity returned</title><description>If 2009 was the year that lacked liquidity, then it returned in 2010 helping to make it a good year for the aviation industry.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vSpKzIWREcE/Feature-The-year-liquidity-returned.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2741674/Feature-The-year-liquidity-returned.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pefco: Scaling down on aircraft lending</title><description>The Private Exporting Funding Corporation (Pefco) says it diversified its lending in 2010 by reducing aircraft loans for airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wEh8TWtvlEc/Pefco-Scaling-down-on-aircraft-lending.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2741593/Pefco-Scaling-down-on-aircraft-lending.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Higher prices expected for export credit</title><description>With talks about the Aircraft Sector Understanding due to be concluded before the end of 2010, Airfinance Journal speaks to interested parties about what is going on behind the scenes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ft8wOdnox54/Higher-prices-expected-for-export-credit.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2738835/Higher-prices-expected-for-export-credit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: US Airways prices EETC</title><description>US Airways priced a $340 million bond backed by eight Airbus aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1WVXMhT4lbY/UPDATE-US-Airways-prices-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2737768/UPDATE-US-Airways-prices-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways to price $340 million EETC</title><description>The EETC, US Airways' first capital markets offering this year, is backed by eight Airbus aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JN2lHpJX9Gs/US-Airways-to-price-340-million-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2737710/US-Airways-to-price-340-million-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Doric Nimrod Air One raises £42.5 million </title><description>The new Guernsey-based fund will use the cash to finance one Airbus A380 for Emirates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JjIVNPZX9Qo/Doric-Nimrod-Air-One-raises-425-million.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2736174/Doric-Nimrod-Air-One-raises-425-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flybe in $340 million IPO</title><description>The UK budget airline will use $95 million of proceeds to fund Embraer jet deliveries and pursue growth opportunities.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-4Il_fxaeEU/Flybe-in-340-million-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2730196/Flybe-in-340-million-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>$400m credit facility for Jackson Square</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) closed a $400 million credit facility with four European banks. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fZyGNjpyeWg/400m-credit-facility-for-Jackson-Square.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2728962/400m-credit-facility-for-Jackson-Square.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC issues $1 billion unsecured notes </title><description>The senior notes have the lowest yield on ILFC unsecured debt issued this year, and will be used to pay off existing debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SvIXOKjTric/ILFC-issues-1-billion-unsecured-notes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2726445/ILFC-issues-1-billion-unsecured-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cape Town Treaty distinguishes itself</title><description>The Aviation Working Group has met in Rome to discuss the benefits of the Cape Town Treaty for airfinance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CT8MIa34h2I/Cape-Town-Treaty-distinguishes-itself.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2714479/Cape-Town-Treaty-distinguishes-itself.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export Credit Survey 2010 </title><description>Supporting through the down turn. Export credit is changing but guarantees will continue to be a leading source of finance for aircraft customers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lGY17JlX7eE/Export-Credit-Survey-2010.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2710625/Export-Credit-Survey-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin gets financing for one Airbus</title><description>Commerzbank and Air Berlin have closed a finance lease for one Airbus A320.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ByEzQ4yknpE/Air-Berlin-gets-financing-for-one-Airbus.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2709850/Air-Berlin-gets-financing-for-one-Airbus.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM and Air France close JOL financing</title><description>Two Airbus aircraft to be financed by 12-year Japanese operating leases.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/v0ZirD3Czx4/KLM-and-Air-France-close-JOL-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2700366/KLM-and-Air-France-close-JOL-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nacil secures PDP refinancing</title><description>Three banks arranged the pre-delivery payment (PDP) refinancing for the National Aviation Company of India (Nacil). 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yAaA2oVrZNo/Nacil-secures-PDP-refinancing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2697989/Nacil-secures-PDP-refinancing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Evergreen Aviation prepays $77.5 million in loans</title><description>The privately owned aviation services company to prepay $77.5 million of its first and second lien credit agreements.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G-ydSSWWzzQ/Evergreen-Aviation-prepays-775-million-in-loans.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695641/Evergreen-Aviation-prepays-775-million-in-loans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: Awas closes $600 million notes issue</title><description>Awas Aviation Capital closes its $600 million senior secured notes issue.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1XujGiHmuIw/UPDATE-Awas-closes-600-million-notes-issue.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695131/UPDATE-Awas-closes-600-million-notes-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Continent of the future</title><description>Airlines in Latin America have made incredible strides in the past 20 years to become attractive borrowers. JoAnn DeLuna speaks with active lenders in the region.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wCwfbe-etQY/Feature-Continent-of-the-future.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2691581/Feature-Continent-of-the-future.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export credit agency to support LCCs</title><description>UK Export Credit Guarantee Department (ECGD) says it is a myth that it is more difficult for low cost carriers to access export credit. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GnGC9Vf5sGk/Export-credit-agency-to-support-LCCs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2680936/Export-credit-agency-to-support-LCCs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: Awas $600m bond price talk at near 7%</title><description>Price talk for Awas’ $600 million offering is between 6.75% to 7%.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0DYnb8KjPsY/UPDATE-Awas-600m-bond-price-talk-at-near-7.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2681217/UPDATE-Awas-600m-bond-price-talk-at-near-7.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fitch downgrades Air France EETC notes</title><description>US rating agency, Fitch Ratings, downgrades secured notes issued by Air France in 2003. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aG0wTur0RvA/Fitch-downgrades-Air-France-EETC-notes.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2678030/Fitch-downgrades-Air-France-EETC-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: Awas to raise $600 million </title><description>Aircraft lessor, AWAS, will raise finance with six-year secured notes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JZ33wVmaXYM/UPDATE-Awas-to-raise-600-million.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2677707/UPDATE-Awas-to-raise-600-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap closes second ECGD bond</title><description>The lessor has closed the financing of a total of six Airbus aircraft in two separate transactions, including an Exports Credit Guarantee Department (ECGD) bond.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/A4BMOwaWGcI/AerCap-closes-second-ECGD-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2677252/AerCap-closes-second-ECGD-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Embraer gets $1 billion credit line</title><description>The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer has secured a $1 billion syndicated credit facility </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xV3bF7p_IvE/Embraer-gets-1-billion-credit-line.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2666454/Embraer-gets-1-billion-credit-line.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Poll: Is the 'Home Country Rule' unfair?</title><description>Does the 'Home Country Rule' give an unfair advantage to some airlines? Have your say.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Z01SGeu_AdA/Poll-Is-the-Home-Country-Rule-unfair.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:53:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2663822/Poll-Is-the-Home-Country-Rule-unfair.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Educating investors about aircraft leasing</title><description>Matching willing investors with the right company and platform.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WyClAHTAVz8/Educating-investors-about-aircraft-leasing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2658252/Educating-investors-about-aircraft-leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>News Analysis: Awas goes to capital markets</title><description>How the aircraft leasing company closed its $530 million term loan in June, despite chaos in the markets. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/e3UhUSS0b-s/News-Analysis-Awas-goes-to-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2658168/News-Analysis-Awas-goes-to-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nordic Aviation Capital signs $200 million credit facility</title><description>The turboprop lessor has entered into a $200 million revolving facility with Kirk Aviation. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/T4nWvOLxbBA/Nordic-Aviation-Capital-signs-200-million-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2655308/Nordic-Aviation-Capital-signs-200-million-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fortress to sell $33 million-worth of Aircastle shares</title><description>Goldman Sachs is to purchase the close to 4 million Aircastle shares worth about $33 million.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZyCQEEVHh1E/Fortress-to-sell-33-million-worth-of-Aircastle-shares.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2654494/Fortress-to-sell-33-million-worth-of-Aircastle-shares.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC prices $4.4 billion in bonds</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) has priced its secured and unsecured bonds totalling $4.4 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mTxgi_VCDXg/ILFC-prices-44-billion-in-bonds.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2650446/ILFC-prices-44-billion-in-bonds.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC launches $500 million unsecured offering </title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) is looking to raise up to $4.4 billion with secured and unsecured transactions in order to pay back parent company, American International Group (AIG).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yUBPJIM96v4/ILFC-launches-500-million-unsecured-offering.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2649775/ILFC-launches-500-million-unsecured-offering.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC to pay back Fed loans</title><description>Operating lessor, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), will use secured debt to repay American International Group (AIG) loans that were borrowed from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TyKUxvkJKgM/ILFC-to-pay-back-Fed-loans.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:31:35 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2648282/ILFC-to-pay-back-Fed-loans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle to issue $300 million unsecured notes</title><description>The senior unsecured notes due 2018 are to be used to repay debt for its term loan financing and new aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/eUrlqjDM_C8/Aircastle-to-issue-300-million-unsecured-notes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2638707/Aircastle-to-issue-300-million-unsecured-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: Unequal playing field despite first European ECA bond</title><description>The first European export credit bond closed, but is it as attractive as the US Ex-Im bond?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wZqZpYI3ELM/Editorial-Unequal-playing-field-despite-first-European-ECA-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2637002/Editorial-Unequal-playing-field-despite-first-European-ECA-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Saudi Arabian Airlines leases two Airbus A320s</title><description>Credit Agricole-CIB provided the export credit financing for Aviation Lease and Finance Company (Alafco). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cFHlTyrcP5w/Saudi-Arabian-Airlines-leases-two-Airbus-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2631332/Saudi-Arabian-Airlines-leases-two-Airbus-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap closes first European export credit bond </title><description>The UK's Export Credits Guarantee Department (ECGD) will guarantee the $151 million bond. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LahIUmvy1QU/AerCap-closes-first-European-export-credit-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2620757/AerCap-closes-first-European-export-credit-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta selling $450 million bond</title><description>Delta Air Lines is offering a $450 million ETC secured by Boeing aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tv4TF6q_FPU/Delta-selling-450-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2620666/Delta-selling-450-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Second Ex-Im bond for ACG</title><description>Aircraft leasing company, Aviation Capital Group (ACG), issues $190 million bond to finance five Boeing narrowbodies.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0StkVyvsy6E/Second-Ex-Im-bond-for-ACG.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2619092/Second-Ex-Im-bond-for-ACG.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Canada gets $170.5 million loan facility</title><description>GE Japan Corporation to partly finance 16 aircraft for the Canadian airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jfVtrWCGxxo/Air-Canada-gets-1705-million-loan-facility.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2594198/Air-Canada-gets-1705-million-loan-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas closes $530 million term loan</title><description>Goldman Sachs and Credit Agricole Corporate &amp; Investment Bank (CA CIB) were joint lead arrangers. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7Sr9AfJikho/Awas-closes-530-million-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2594294/Awas-closes-530-million-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Lending at the bottom of the cycle</title><description>Alex Aupoix, vice president of asset finance at Crédit Industriel et Commercial, discusses about lending in the downtimes. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yghn7iZyT7s/Feature-Lending-at-the-bottom-of-the-cycle.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2591205/Feature-Lending-at-the-bottom-of-the-cycle.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin Blue gets second 737-800</title><description>Australia’s Virgin Blue has takes delivery of one Boeing 737-800 with Ex-Im financing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/T_8qTmH1NxQ/Virgin-Blue-gets-second-737-800.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 17:06:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2581088/Virgin-Blue-gets-second-737-800.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE prices $74 million Ex-Im bond</title><description>Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has issued its second Ex-Im bond for two Boeing narrowbody aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Bz1OOBJnEbc/DAE-prices-74-million-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2581074/DAE-prices-74-million-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JP Morgan: $13.4 billion record profits for US airlines in 2011</title><description>The US investment bank forecasts a $2.7 billion rise in operating profits for 2011 and raises US Airways’ equity rating.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uR8U5Xjm1eY/JP-Morgan-134-billion-record-profits-for-US-airlines-in-2011.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2578120/JP-Morgan-134-billion-record-profits-for-US-airlines-in-2011.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon raises $1.4 billion</title><description>The new Ireland-based lessor, Avolon, has completed a $1.4 billion capital raise which will be used to purchase narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kdSVZ3Vqhpc/Avolon-raises-14-billion.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2575223/Avolon-raises-14-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Airlines refinances an Airbus A330-300</title><description>DVB Bank and Korea Development Bank arrange sale and finance leaseback for Korean Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/b-KlaRFZ_o8/Korean-Airlines-refinances-an-Airbus-A330-300.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2487655/Korean-Airlines-refinances-an-Airbus-A330-300.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India secures $475 million loan</title><description>Standard Chartered Bank will provide a bridge loan for Air India to finance three Boeing 777-300ERs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ws67Jf-qr9o/Air-India-secures-475-million-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2485658/Air-India-secures-475-million-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Report: New York Airfinance conference</title><description>With about 250 delegates, the New York Airfinance conference held at the Grand Hyatt in April was the place to be for airfinanciers. Sophie Segal reports what speakers and delegates discussed. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/68Rya5DDcwQ/Report-New-York-Airfinance-conference.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2483495/Report-New-York-Airfinance-conference.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Biman secures PDP for two Boeing 777-300ERs</title><description>Bangladeshi carrier arranges facility for PDP on two new Boeing 777-300ERs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JQqR303-g2s/Biman-secures-PDP-for-two-Boeing-777-300ERs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2482899/Biman-secures-PDP-for-two-Boeing-777-300ERs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DCM to hire Bombardier director</title><description>German KG fund, Deutsche Capital Management (DCM), has appointed a new head of transportation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6YIPXIEyQ4k/DCM-to-hire-Bombardier-director.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2479590/DCM-to-hire-Bombardier-director.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>2009 Airfinance Journal Deal Awards</title><description>New structures bloom in financial desert: Airfinance Journal announces the 2009 Deal of the year awards.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XLrhrc4fN3k/2009-Airfinance-Journal-Deal-Awards.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2474988/2009-Airfinance-Journal-Deal-Awards.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas prices $188 million Ex-Im bond</title><description>Credit Agricole Corporate &amp; Investment Bank (CA-CIB), Goldman Sachs and J P Morgan were joint book runners and structuring agents for the secured fixed rate notes. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0JBNgmLdzdA/Gecas-prices-188-million-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2473826/Gecas-prices-188-million-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Joint venture to provide $1 billion</title><description>The Carlyle Group and RPK Capital management join forces to purchase up to $1 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CEBIZyhtxeE/Joint-venture-to-provide-1-billion.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2471655/Joint-venture-to-provide-1-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jefferies adds to aviation finance team</title><description>Securities and investment banking firm expands aviation financing team.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WtoKt5v7ZBI/Jefferies-adds-to-aviation-finance-team.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2471086/Jefferies-adds-to-aviation-finance-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC closes credit facility amendment</title><description>Aircraft leasing company, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), gets approval to amend its $2.5 billion credit facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Om0QAYHuHNY/ILFC-closes-credit-facility-amendment.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2468346/ILFC-closes-credit-facility-amendment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investec taps institutional investor market for A$45 million</title><description>The Australian-based Investec Global Aircraft Fund has raised A$45 million from institutional investors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/clocn1oCABU/Investec-taps-institutional-investor-market-for-A45-million.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2466936/Investec-taps-institutional-investor-market-for-A45-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG issues $255 million notes</title><description>Aviation Capital Group, owned by US insurance company Pacific Life, issues an unsecured deal that is three times oversubscribed. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nUuy6W5DPQY/ACG-issues-255-million-notes.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2462902/ACG-issues-255-million-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap signs $120 million facility</title><description>UBS is arranging the corporate facility. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XCqu8aS2LVU/AerCap-signs-120-million-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2459497/AerCap-signs-120-million-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CDB Leasing commits to financing Bombardier aircraft</title><description>CDB Leasing signs financing memorandum of understanding with Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vp40Kb3BD9M/CDB-Leasing-commits-to-financing-Bombardier-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2456314/CDB-Leasing-commits-to-financing-Bombardier-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France finances third A380</title><description>Two French banks are mandated arranges with a German bank joining the transaction.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wRKmxo9EnTQ/Air-France-finances-third-A380.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2452594/Air-France-finances-third-A380.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG launches $100m unsecured loan</title><description>Aircraft lessor, Aviation Capital Group, will raise unsecured debt with a private placement, arranged by Citi and BNP Paribas. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ydIWpfRxMlo/ACG-launches-100m-unsecured-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2444678/ACG-launches-100m-unsecured-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BNP wins two mandates and closes two deals</title><description>Lion Air and TAM have mandated BNP Paribas to arrange financing for deliveries starting in the first half of 2010. The bank has also closed two export credit financings. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/H8fYtzPREuI/BNP-wins-two-mandates-and-closes-two-deals.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:24:28 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2402605/BNP-wins-two-mandates-and-closes-two-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banks arranging ILFC’s $750m loan revealed</title><description>ILFC selects two banks to jointly arrange its first capital markets deal in 18 months.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LG5aq_WtsRs/Banks-arranging-ILFCs-750m-loan-revealed.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2399401/Banks-arranging-ILFCs-750m-loan-revealed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Strong EETC market in 2009</title><description>The reopening of the capital markets in the second half of 2009 was unexpected. With $4.4 billion worth of EETC issuance in the last six months of last year, what should we expect for the year to come?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/znDa5H8oID4/Strong-EETC-market-in-2009.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2396917/Strong-EETC-market-in-2009.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Veling in sale/leaseback with Emirates</title><description>Emirates has closed a sale/leaseback for two 777-200s with three African banks funding the deal. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sNPiYyOUpLc/Veling-in-saleleaseback-with-Emirates.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2393906/Veling-in-saleleaseback-with-Emirates.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India closes $1.1bn Ex-Im loans </title><description>JP Morgan Chase provided two loans worth $1.1 billion and backed by US Ex-Im Bank for Air India, owned by National Aviation Company of India. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ika_9QhLXYY/Air-India-closes-11bn-Ex-Im-loans.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2390785/Air-India-closes-11bn-Ex-Im-loans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier $550m cash tender offer</title><description>Bombardier offers to buy up to $550 million of its debt securities in cash to refinance its long-term debt with longer maturity financing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pnPnPhIpcSg/Bombardier-550m-cash-tender-offer.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2390555/Bombardier-550m-cash-tender-offer.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE goes to capital markets</title><description>Operating leasing company, Dubai Aerospace Enterprise, has priced its first Ex-Im bond for one Boeing aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/PKxJ-ZSYJPs/DAE-goes-to-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2383246/DAE-goes-to-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>€250 million facility for Finnair</title><description>The Finish airline will use a Euro denominated facility to finance five Airbus aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GMQFc4N0f2o/250-million-facility-for-Finnair.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2380099/250-million-facility-for-Finnair.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CDB Leasing to finance Airbus aircraft</title><description>CDB Leasing Co. (CLC) and Airbus sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to provide financial support for Airbus customers.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YJBmHFdgJdg/CDB-Leasing-to-finance-Airbus-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2380425/CDB-Leasing-to-finance-Airbus-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nordic Aviation Capital signs $100m credit facility</title><description>Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) will continue to build its aircraft portfolio.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/R2zgrzHlAfI/Nordic-Aviation-Capital-signs-100m-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2374646/Nordic-Aviation-Capital-signs-100m-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tiger Airways closes IPO</title><description>Tiger Airways closed its initial public offering (IPO) and raised S$247.7 million in gross proceeds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ceOFItPCvF0/Tiger-Airways-closes-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2374848/Tiger-Airways-closes-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gol prices second Ex-Im bond</title><description>Brazilian airline, Gol, has priced its second Ex-Im bond for three Boeing Next Generation aircraft. Citi led the transaction.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-ebSES3uZvU/Gol-prices-second-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2373802/Gol-prices-second-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tiger Airways launches S$272 million IPO</title><description>Singapore-based Tiger Airways launches IPO at maximum offering price of S$1.65 per share. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DvPk-kzb3sM/Tiger-Airways-launches-S272-million-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2371878/Tiger-Airways-launches-S272-million-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United prices $700 million bond</title><description>United Airlines prices senior secured notes in line with expectations. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZpLpvj9YgUQ/United-prices-700-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2370680/United-prices-700-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United launches $500 million secured bond</title><description>The US airline will use routes to secure a $500 million bond issuance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/F2p1MgkF4GQ/United-launches-500-million-secured-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2370041/United-launches-500-million-secured-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tiger Airways goes to market with IPO</title><description>The low-cost carrier Tiger Airways, begins its roadshow for its initial public offering. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/v1MRKnFncj0/Tiger-Airways-goes-to-market-with-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2368906/Tiger-Airways-goes-to-market-with-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EDITORIAL: Will the funding gap arrive in 2010?</title><description>There might not be a funding gap in 2010 but if one major airline files for bankruptcy it could be chaos. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yYtU7g-07HI/EDITORIAL-Will-the-funding-gap-arrive-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2358756/EDITORIAL-Will-the-funding-gap-arrive-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FEATURE: Sources of airfinance in 2010</title><description>The year 2009 will go down as one of the most difficult on record for airfinance.Airfinance Journal looks at the kinds of finance that will be available in 2010.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Oc6BTFgG6EI/FEATURE-Sources-of-airfinance-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2358778/FEATURE-Sources-of-airfinance-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BANK PROFILE: The right deal for the right price</title><description>DVB Bank has been in the market for decades. Sophie Segal speaks to Bertrand Grabowski, a member of the board of managing directors, about the bank's aviation strategy and the kinds of clients it is looking for. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/f5_tgHhGrzI/BANK-PROFILE-The-right-deal-for-the-right-price.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2358759/BANK-PROFILE-The-right-deal-for-the-right-price.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DEAL ANALYSIS: GE issues first sukuk, just in time</title><description>General Electric Capital Corporation has become the first US corporate to issue an aircraft-based Islamic bond. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xlgQ-zSk7ng/DEAL-ANALYSIS-GE-issues-first-sukuk-just-in-time.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2358747/DEAL-ANALYSIS-GE-issues-first-sukuk-just-in-time.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB Bank buys 2.2% stake in Aerdata</title><description>AerData Management and AerCap now hold a 49% stake each.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/00f_aQAelBM/DVB-Bank-buys-22-stake-in-Aerdata.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:16:41 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2359487/DVB-Bank-buys-22-stake-in-Aerdata.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB Bank buys 2.2% stake in AerData</title><description>AerData Management and AerCap now hold a 49% stake each.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/okldWItBqFI/DVB-Bank-buys-22-stake-in-AerData.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2359491/DVB-Bank-buys-22-stake-in-AerData.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IATA forecasts $5.6 billion loss in 2010</title><description>The International Air Transport Association (Iata) revised its 2010 financial outlook predicting a $5.6 billion net loss, but says the worst is behind us.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8JvA2QDLPSk/IATA-forecasts-56-billion-loss-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2358812/IATA-forecasts-56-billion-loss-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap signs two debt facilities for $127m </title><description>The two separate facilities were signed with Natixis Transport Finance S.A. and Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1TtkSZwF7cI/AerCap-signs-two-debt-facilities-for-127m.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2357846/AerCap-signs-two-debt-facilities-for-127m.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates raises $1.13bn for A380s</title><description>The airline funded for six Airbus A380s with different types of finance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WHT7F48QSxA/Emirates-raises-113bn-for-A380s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2355642/Emirates-raises-113bn-for-A380s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>LAN prices Ex-Im bond for 767-300ER</title><description>LAN priced its first Ex-Im Guaranteed bond for one Boeing 767-300ER.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mG64MKmiU40/LAN-prices-Ex-Im-bond-for-767-300ER.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2354727/LAN-prices-Ex-Im-bond-for-767-300ER.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental to offer $200 million convertible notes</title><description>US airline, Continental Airlines, will raise debt with a public offering of convertible senior notes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BQihwLVDiu0/Continental-to-offer-200-million-convertible-notes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2353784/Continental-to-offer-200-million-convertible-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Oneworld offers $1.8 billion pledge to JAL</title><description>Japan Airlines could receive an investment and revenue package worth $1.8 billion from its airline alliance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CA6Vj5Cfn-A/Oneworld-offers-18-billion-pledge-to-JAL.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2352312/Oneworld-offers-18-billion-pledge-to-JAL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pefco open for business in 2010</title><description>It may not be as well known as most banks but Private Exporting Funding Corporation is always there for Ex-Im customers and open for business in 2010. JoAnn DeLuna investigates a key aircraft lender.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ez38Bx-aD0U/Pefco-open-for-business-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2347766/Pefco-open-for-business-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JAL gets guaranteed loan </title><description>Japan Airlines closes guaranteed loan and arranges emergency facility with 
Development Bank of Japan.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aLbqWMbCNJE/JAL-gets-guaranteed-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2346272/JAL-gets-guaranteed-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Oman Air mandates Citi for ECA financing </title><description>Oman Air mandates Citi for financing of two A330-200.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uF5IrvR_dzU/Oman-Air-mandates-Citi-for-ECA-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2344286/Oman-Air-mandates-Citi-for-ECA-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Safran prices €750 million inaugural bond issue</title><description>Safran launches and prices its first bond for €750 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xSYFMf0XwHI/Safran-prices-750-million-inaugural-bond-issue.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2343358/Safran-prices-750-million-inaugural-bond-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GE Capital prices first sukuk</title><description>There was great demand for the first US issued an Islamic bond. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NTv3qSJgG5c/GE-Capital-prices-first-sukuk.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2342371/GE-Capital-prices-first-sukuk.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United to refinance aircraft with $810 million EETC </title><description>United will tap the capital markets for aircraft refinancings. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/12BZ7x9O1jY/United-to-refinance-aircraft-with-810-million-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2339346/United-to-refinance-aircraft-with-810-million-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airbus lends $25 million to Frontier</title><description>Frontier receives direct loan from Airbus.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GeyEm7WSUZU/Airbus-lends-25-million-to-Frontier.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2337276/Airbus-lends-25-million-to-Frontier.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese lend $358 million to AerCap </title><description>AerCap closes a landmark deal with Chinese Development Bank. This is the first loan for an international aircraft lessor from the Chinese bank. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_gIk0tf6nZo/Chinese-lend-358-million-to-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2334369/Chinese-lend-358-million-to-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB profits from airfinance loans</title><description>DVB has financed €5.02 billion in aviation transactions since the beginning of 2009.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ubUbVaCeYu8/DVB-profits-from-airfinance-loans.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2334593/DVB-profits-from-airfinance-loans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese bank funds A330s for AerCap</title><description>AerCap will receive $358 million for China Development bank for four A330s ordered in 2006 and 2007.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HIyecdWftvM/Chinese-bank-funds-A330s-for-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2333045/Chinese-bank-funds-A330s-for-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG prices Ex-Im bond</title><description>This is the second Ex-Im bond in October for Goldman Sachs and Calyon.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0z5YpkjZtnM/ACG-prices-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2331767/ACG-prices-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental EETC oversubscribed</title><description>Continental finances 11 new Boeing aircraft and refinance another eight with $650 million bond. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6i_0t8v45DQ/Continental-EETC-oversubscribed.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2331882/Continental-EETC-oversubscribed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Finnair receives $230m ECA support</title><description>Calyon was mandated to finance three A330-300s. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/y4C2N6sJL4A/Finnair-receives-230m-ECA-support.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2328182/Finnair-receives-230m-ECA-support.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aegean mandates Calyon for A320 financing</title><description>Calyon will be sole underwriter and arranger. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1uoJeEw0mlM/Aegean-mandates-Calyon-for-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:13:44 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2323911/Aegean-mandates-Calyon-for-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Filling the gap with $20bn in guarantees</title><description>Export credit agencies have been breaking records with support for Airbus and Boeing in one of the toughest years on record, writes Sophie Segal. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6oNFabY0je0/Filling-the-gap-with-20bn-in-guarantees.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2324278/Filling-the-gap-with-20bn-in-guarantees.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Are banks right to be wary of PDP financing? </title><description>Banks may be being too cautious with PDP financing, writes Alasdair Whyte. 
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ucrUNc4gLn4/Are-banks-right-to-be-wary-of-PDP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2323251/Are-banks-right-to-be-wary-of-PDP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AWAS mandates Calyon for PDP financing </title><description>Calyon will provide pre-delivery payment financing for five 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5zaxtrvRcx0/AWAS-mandates-Calyon-for-PDP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2323298/AWAS-mandates-Calyon-for-PDP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gol to raise $346 million from share offering</title><description>Brazil’s low cost carrier will issue 38,005,000 preferred shares to strengthen its balance sheet</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GpR7_11XXgM/Gol-to-raise-346-million-from-share-offering.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2316140/Gol-to-raise-346-million-from-share-offering.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jet to raise $400million </title><description>The Indian carrier will sell shares to foreign investors as it looks to reduce its debt burden</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0_HAbF-2OEI/Jet-to-raise-400million.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2314313/Jet-to-raise-400million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>LBBW out of the market</title><description>The board has decided to focus on core financing activities, as it restructures.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/N6vreYiKoOI/LBBW-out-of-the-market.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2313298/LBBW-out-of-the-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirTran to offer convertible notes and common stock </title><description>The parent company of AirTran Airways will offer $100 million in debt secure obligation notes maturing in 2016.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RYphxcrCsGw/AirTran-to-offer-convertible-notes-and-common-stock.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2312438/AirTran-to-offer-convertible-notes-and-common-stock.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Genesis reduces debt facility ahead of merger with AerCap</title><description>The Shannon-based company has reduced its borrowing capacity under a $1 billion revolving credit facility to $200 million </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/x3STsFoU5jM/Genesis-reduces-debt-facility-ahead-of-merger-with-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2312381/Genesis-reduces-debt-facility-ahead-of-merger-with-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UAL reveals pricing of stock and notes offering</title><description>The holding company of United Air Lines will sell 19 million shares of common stock at an offering price of $7.24 per share</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rCGiWM7Kbj0/UAL-reveals-pricing-of-stock-and-notes-offering.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2310716/UAL-reveals-pricing-of-stock-and-notes-offering.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Embraer raises $500 million in note issuance</title><description>The Brazilian manufacturer has raised $500 million in an issue that was five times oversubscribed

 
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nx2sWMUn7MM/Embraer-raises-500-million-in-note-issuance.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2309974/Embraer-raises-500-million-in-note-issuance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Go Air rejects investment offers</title><description>Managing director Jeh Wadia says the Mumbai-based carrier is financially robust and will not proceed with any of its investment offers </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iwTCj8VPA5g/Go-Air-rejects-investment-offers.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2309682/Go-Air-rejects-investment-offers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AMR raises $830 million</title><description>The parent of American Airlines says the sale of common stock and convertible notes will bolster its financial position in the face of the financial downturn</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VHfB740m0gY/AMR-raises-830-million.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2307350/AMR-raises-830-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kramer launches ALA Japan</title><description>With years of experience in the Japanese airfinance market, Michael Kramer has set up a new advisory business in Japan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/atWZSjrt-V8/Kramer-launches-ALA-Japan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2307306/Kramer-launches-ALA-Japan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta closes $2.1 billion financing transaction</title><description>The financing will help meet the company’s 2010 debt maturities and bolster its liquidity</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YmdZsQVeZPg/Delta-closes-21-billion-financing-transaction.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2306416/Delta-closes-21-billion-financing-transaction.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export credit agencies "have been brilliant"</title><description>Emirates and other carriers speaking at Airfinance Journal's 7th Middle East and Africa Airfinance Conference have thanked export credit agencies for their support over the last 12 months.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cmJzNELdkNM/Export-credit-agencies-have-been-brilliant.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2305505/Export-credit-agencies-have-been-brilliant.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pembroke Capital wins SriLankan mandate</title><description>The financier will arrange the S/L of three Airbus aircraft for the Sri Lankan airline. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uZ8ErloK_WI/Pembroke-Capital-wins-SriLankan-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2305411/Pembroke-Capital-wins-SriLankan-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB and NBAD launch aviation fund</title><description>The commercial aviation fund will lease aircraft and engines to airlines and is looking to acquire $1 billion in assets over the next two years. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AH0vaAbwFQk/DVB-and-NBAD-launch-aviation-fund.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2304879/DVB-and-NBAD-launch-aviation-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>An heroic effort</title><description>Ex-Im Bank and the European ECAs have helped to finance almost $20 billion of aircraft in 2009. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0nydoiTri_A/An-heroic-effort.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2303811/An-heroic-effort.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive from Rio Conference</title><description>Although PDP financing has dropped by around 80% since last year, ECAs are cautious about financing them.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VXRVR2rrAOQ/Exclusive-from-Rio-Conference.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2293296/Exclusive-from-Rio-Conference.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ex-Im Bank: a nimble machine</title><description>Robert Morin, executive vice president of transportation, US Ex-Im Bank, speaks to Airfinance Journal about the bankâ€™s role in the downturn and exciting new products on offer. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IfXu06owoZk/Ex-Im-Bank-a-nimble-machine.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2303805/Ex-Im-Bank-a-nimble-machine.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ex-Im Bank's expanding role</title><description>Ex-Im Bank is developing innovative financing structures to cover the funding gap in 2009. Geoffrey P Burgess, partner, and Sulagna Roy, associate, at Debevoise &amp; Plimpton LLP, discuss Ex-Im Bank's role in financing pre-owned aircraft, engines and spare parts. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5oP6JXIQegU/Ex-Im-Banks-expanding-role.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2303804/Ex-Im-Banks-expanding-role.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>What is PEFCO?</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ja3o43-WWRo/What-is-PEFCO.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2288619/What-is-PEFCO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kingfisher to raise $100 million</title><description>The carrier will raise the funds through instruments including global depositary receipts and also plans to increase its share capital

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fZwNeCZ3jLM/Kingfisher-to-raise-100-million.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2285226/Kingfisher-to-raise-100-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EADS places €1 billion bond</title><description>The European aerospace giant has issued a €1 billion seven-year bond. BNP Paribas, Calyon and Deutsche Bank are active leads</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Mn81Aqydy-I/EADS-places-1-billion-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2279043/EADS-places-1-billion-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB profit declines 28%</title><description>The bank reported a decline of 28% in consolidated net profit before tax for the first half of the year</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BEafToihAw8/DVB-profit-declines-28.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2275776/DVB-profit-declines-28.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Vought Q2 income declines by $55 million</title><description>Vought Aircraft Industries net income for the second quarter decreased by $55.2 million, but the company points to the improvement in its balance sheet following the sale of its 787 facility

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gR6V4Gkq_U0/Vought-Q2-income-declines-by-55-million.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2273883/Vought-Q2-income-declines-by-55-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ECAs to support 30% of Airbus sales</title><description>The UK Export Credits Guarantee Department (ECGD) says that European ECAs are set to step up their involvement in aircraft exports and are looking to support around 30% of Airbus sales over the coming year</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Yrj6FNNzYjU/ECAs-to-support-30-of-Airbus-sales.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2271271/ECAs-to-support-30-of-Airbus-sales.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Global Aviation sells $175m of secured notes </title><description>Global Aviation Holdings, World Airways and North American Airlines have sold $175 million of senior secured notes in a private placement</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FJzChC4casM/Global-Aviation-sells-175m-of-secured-notes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2270015/Global-Aviation-sells-175m-of-secured-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Atlas shares gain after earnings increase</title><description>The cargo company’s shares rose 8.6% after second quarter net income increased to $11.3 million</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-wmMVhZ265M/Atlas-shares-gain-after-earnings-increase.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2269312/Atlas-shares-gain-after-earnings-increase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirAsia to sell 20% stake</title><description>The airline is planning a share placement to raise $171 million to strengthen its balance sheet</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WQyHrTIEJh0/AirAsia-to-sell-20-stake.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2267190/AirAsia-to-sell-20-stake.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>American Airlines $276 million refinancing</title><description>American Airlines refinances 12 aircraft with secured notes in private placement.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/THL7Uy4P1uQ/American-Airlines-276-million-refinancing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2269025/American-Airlines-276-million-refinancing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>American completes $276 million debt sale</title><description>The airline has issued $276 million in senior secured notes, which have a 13% yield

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_sGkdnKZJ3I/American-completes-276-million-debt-sale.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2267338/American-completes-276-million-debt-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM closes €530m credit facility</title><description>The airline has closed a €530 million ($755 million) forward starting syndicated revolving credit facility with the support of ten relationship banks</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5OwnzAFsaU8/KLM-closes-530m-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2265587/KLM-closes-530m-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin Blue to raise $189m in stock sale</title><description>Australia’s second largest carrier is selling A$231 million of stock and expects to post its first annual loss.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NBFlb4hXcoI/Virgin-Blue-to-raise-189m-in-stock-sale.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2260844/Virgin-Blue-to-raise-189m-in-stock-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ABN Amro launches aircraft securitization</title><description>The two-tranche, $1.48 billion transaction is the first securitization in the European market for five years and differs from traditional structures as the securitized loans are guaranteed by export credit agencies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RZJf9L17r0M/ABN-Amro-launches-aircraft-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2257994/ABN-Amro-launches-aircraft-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BA bond oversubscribed </title><description>BA’s convertible bond has been oversubscribed from an initial £300 million to £350 million, as the carrier plans to raise £600 million after posting its first Q1 loss since privatisation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/J07rRFMAzE8/BA-bond-oversubscribed.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2256304/BA-bond-oversubscribed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India closes $1 billion Ex/Im loan</title><description>The loan will be used for the purchase of ten aircraft, with the state carrier also in line to get a capital injection from the government.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dXYCCY6CwWQ/Air-India-closes-1-billion-ExIm-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2255366/Air-India-closes-1-billion-ExIm-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BA to issue £300 million convertible bond</title><description>Following rumours that the struggling carrier was set to raise funds via a rights issue, BA will now issue a convertible bond to shore up its balance sheet. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6M9ks5TKXLE/BA-to-issue-300-million-convertible-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2255669/BA-to-issue-300-million-convertible-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BayernLB opens for export credit finance</title><description>Despite closing its aircraft finance business is March, Bayerische Landesbank is still looking to finance aircraft with export credit guaranteed loans.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o9wFHq96Ldc/BayernLB-opens-for-export-credit-finance.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2255312/BayernLB-opens-for-export-credit-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natixis targets financing in Korea</title><description>French bank Natixis is growing its relationships in Korea, with two mandates in June.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aJhghkpWdb8/Natixis-targets-financing-in-Korea.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:43:16 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2254632/Natixis-targets-financing-in-Korea.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>B&amp;B Air declare quarterly dividend </title><description>Babcock &amp; Brown Air has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share, which is unchanged from January and in line with the company’s strategy of retaining cash amid the dislocation in the financial markets. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FMFA2yivp7c/B-B-Air-declare-quarterly-dividend.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2254605/B-B-Air-declare-quarterly-dividend.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BNP Paribas wins two mandates</title><description>French bank, BNP Paribas, is mandated to arrange a Japanese operating lease and an export credit financing</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qlWS-RsvGOw/BNP-Paribas-wins-two-mandates.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2254531/BNP-Paribas-wins-two-mandates.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natixis funding for two Korean carriers</title><description>French bank Natixis is growing its relationships in Korea, with two deals mandated in June. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GJdaP9sJlqs/Natixis-funding-for-two-Korean-carriers.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2254637/Natixis-funding-for-two-Korean-carriers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lufthansa issues €750 million bond</title><description>The seven-year deal, which has no step-up coupon owing to high demand, is priced 80bp tighter than the airline’s five-year bond issued back in March. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/u4kGzpcvHJw/Lufthansa-issues-750-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2246565/Lufthansa-issues-750-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>American Airlines will tap the capital markets</title><description>Following Continental’s EETC and United’s secured bond, American Airlines will go to the capital markets to raise capital</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZWVQCuQNbNM/American-Airlines-will-tap-the-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2243762/American-Airlines-will-tap-the-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New airline revenue accounting bureau set up in UAE</title><description>Two firms team up to provide real time revenue data to small and medium sized airlines in Dubai</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G6foPac91sM/New-airline-revenue-accounting-bureau-set-up-in-UAE.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2243831/New-airline-revenue-accounting-bureau-set-up-in-UAE.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United Airlines closes $175 million bond backed by spares</title><description>Goldman Sachs and Citi have closed a secured bond for United Airlines in a tough market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qNZN7gf8CgA/United-Airlines-closes-175-million-bond-backed-by-spares.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2243260/United-Airlines-closes-175-million-bond-backed-by-spares.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France draws €661 million from convertible bond</title><description>Air France-KLM  has exercised an extension clause in its convertible bond due to high demand.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Lnh3J-B6noA/Air-France-draws-661-million-from-convertible-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2242320/Air-France-draws-661-million-from-convertible-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>American agrees new credit terms with lenders</title><description>Under the new terms, a fixed charge covenant for the quarter ending March 30 will be waived.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nkifL8Jx3tE/American-agrees-new-credit-terms-with-lenders.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2242286/American-agrees-new-credit-terms-with-lenders.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Airlines raises $175 million</title><description>The Taiwan-based carrier has raised $175 million through a private placement to a government fund and China Aviation Development Fund.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3I0Y7we_wxw/China-Airlines-raises-175-million.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2242014/China-Airlines-raises-175-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive from Beijing conference</title><description>On the first morning of the China Airfinance conference, delegates were told that Chinese banks will increase their lending activity and look to finance aircraft internationally, as the aviation centre of gravity shifts from West to East.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TNAPte1ruL8/Exclusive-from-Beijing-conference.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2240891/Exclusive-from-Beijing-conference.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Waha buys 50% stake in AerVenture</title><description>Waha Capital has acquired a 50% stake in AerVenture for $135 million, becoming joint venture partner with Aercap. The equity investment comes after LoadAir ended its founding partnership in AerVenture earlier this month following a failure to make an equity payment.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wSTYDMbdlSY/Waha-buys-50-stake-in-AerVenture.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2238262/Waha-buys-50-stake-in-AerVenture.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France to issue €575 million convertible </title><description>French carrier, Air France, will raise money with a convertible bond to finance aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pSDdARiva3M/Air-France-to-issue-575-million-convertible.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2237397/Air-France-to-issue-575-million-convertible.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>B&amp;B close $32 million debt facility </title><description>Babcock &amp; Brown Air has closed a $32 million debt facility for aircraft acquisitions and debt repurchases




</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G6wYyga0GPE/B-B-close-32-million-debt-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 17:36:04 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2236364/B-B-close-32-million-debt-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EIB provides €300 million loan to Safran</title><description>The lending arm of the European Union is providing Safran with a loan of €300 million for the development of cleaner engines, in what is the first loan to the aviation industry under the European Clean Transport Facility.









</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YDGxAAXZDPc/EIB-provides-300-million-loan-to-Safran.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2236040/EIB-provides-300-million-loan-to-Safran.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental EETC to restart the capital markets</title><description>Continental Airlines is in the market to raise $390 million with a EETC in July</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yYPw4VkRuCo/Continental-EETC-to-restart-the-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2235364/Continental-EETC-to-restart-the-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE secures $450 million funding </title><description>DAE Capital has secured a $450 million Ex-Im guaranteed loan from Citibank for the purchase of nine aircraft, with the Dubai-based company planning a capital market issuance to replace the borrowing facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/poctCFpZip4/DAE-secures-450-million-funding.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2235127/DAE-secures-450-million-funding.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin raises €38.8 million in capital raisings</title><description>The German low cost carrier has raised €23 million from issuing 6.6 million new shares to institutional investors and an additional €15.8 million in a separate capital increase. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/H-dMPokA5ow/Air-Berlin-raises-388-million-in-capital-raisings.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2225494/Air-Berlin-raises-388-million-in-capital-raisings.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JAL to get $1 billion loan</title><description>The loan is being arranged by state-backed Development Bank of Japan, which will also provide a loan amount in cooperation with a syndicate of the country’s three largest banks.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KREvr3ljWcE/JAL-to-get-1-billion-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2216160/JAL-to-get-1-billion-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HNA Group: Profile</title><description>HNA Group is spearheading Tianjin’s efforts to establish the region as China’s aviation centre of gravity and reinvigorate the country’s industry. Acquiring Allco – which is by no means a certainty – would be an important piece of the strategic jigsaw. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3ndkLYU8uTg/HNA-Group-Profile.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2214594/HNA-Group-Profile.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Trip gets $98m loan for Embraer purchase</title><description>The Brazilian state carrier has been given a $98.2 million loan from Brazil’s National Bank for Economic and Social Development for the purchase of four Embraer jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FnY7QskpemA/Trip-gets-98m-loan-for-Embraer-purchase.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2212101/Trip-gets-98m-loan-for-Embraer-purchase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Atlas Air underwriters exercise over-allotment option</title><description>The underwriters of Atlas Air’s secondary offering has purchased 440,848 shares from selling stockholder HMC Atlas Air.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/v9DdYz7y5Oo/Atlas-Air-underwriters-exercise-over-allotment-option.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2208501/Atlas-Air-underwriters-exercise-over-allotment-option.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New co-presidents at Club Bank’Air</title><description>Club Bank’Air welcomes new co-presidents Jose Abramovici and Eric François to its ranks</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GFkkVPHrhZI/New-co-presidents-at-Club-BankAir.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2206372/New-co-presidents-at-Club-BankAir.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KG market slows down</title><description>The KG leasing market is still pretty busy, but unfortunately some of the activity is from funds still closing last year’s deals.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wYnhCUZaJZs/KG-market-slows-down.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2203259/KG-market-slows-down.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Russia provides $250 million aid for Superjet</title><description>State bank VEB is lending the country’s airlines $250 million to lease the Superjet-100, hailed as the spearhead of the manufacturing industry’s revival. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/f7F2UikyC5c/Russia-provides-250-million-aid-for-Superjet.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2203145/Russia-provides-250-million-aid-for-Superjet.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Harbinger selling half of stake in Atlas Air</title><description>Harbinger has begun the public offering of 4 million Atlas common shares and has granted the underwriters an option to purchase an additional 15% of the offering. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D1hgQw5FtIo/Harbinger-selling-half-of-stake-in-Atlas-Air.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2202332/Harbinger-selling-half-of-stake-in-Atlas-Air.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB’s interest margin surges to record high</title><description>DVB Bank has posted a record interest margin of 344 bps for new business in the first quarter as the bank completes its transformation from troubled commercial lender to profitable transportation bank. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5NLoj1JvZTA/DVBs-interest-margin-surges-to-record-high.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2200037/DVBs-interest-margin-surges-to-record-high.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Engines holding steady, for now</title><description>Engine values have traditionally held up better than aircraft during downturns, especially as investors move to diversify portfolios.  While this is true of the present downturn, as increasing numbers of aircraft are parked engines will inevitably suffer.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/B6MZpq_5fPk/Engines-holding-steady-for-now.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2197222/Engines-holding-steady-for-now.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ex/Im Bank looking at capital market deals</title><description>The US export credit agency is talking to banks about bundling together aircraft deals and selling them on to the capital markets as bonds, treasury certificates and private placements</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/oSRHmpWIfXw/ExIm-Bank-looking-at-capital-market-deals.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2197419/ExIm-Bank-looking-at-capital-market-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China will help fill funding gap</title><description>This is the year when Chinese banks will become key aircraft financiers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hlLNXFkUDWg/China-will-help-fill-funding-gap.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2196157/China-will-help-fill-funding-gap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Profile: AerCap has funding for 2009</title><description>Despite its low share price, AerCap is well funded for 2009</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AHv9qUsYBUM/Profile-AerCap-has-funding-for-2009.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2190508/Profile-AerCap-has-funding-for-2009.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Funding gap – what funding gap?</title><description>Opinions were divided among bankers at the New York Conference as to whether the funding gap exists, with panellists arguing that the issue is less the availability of capital and more its pricing</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/iJY27eBD1CA/Funding-gapwhat-funding-gap.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2184455/Funding-gapwhat-funding-gap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gulf Air closes $50 million loan deal</title><description>Bahrain’s flag carrier closes a loan facility with the country’s National Bank.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HjV3AgvcMR8/Gulf-Air-closes-50-million-loan-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2182203/Gulf-Air-closes-50-million-loan-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The capital markets will return in 2010</title><description>Since the effects of the credit crunch started to be felt at the end of 2007 airlines and operating lessors have struggled to attract investor interest in capital market issuances. Investment bankers reflect on when this source of funding might return.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5FQr3TAKFcI/The-capital-markets-will-return-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2175618/The-capital-markets-will-return-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Asiana closes $41 million bond </title><description>Asiana’s rare issuance, which is backed by future ticket sales from its Tokyo offices, could back the return of the ABS market in Korea.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U2qqpKTQy0E/Asiana-closes-41-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2174940/Asiana-closes-41-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air to issue 200 billion won bond</title><description>Korean Air Lines is set to issue a 200 billion won ($146 million) bond to finance aircraft leases and repay debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hzbK5l0mWP8/Korean-Air-to-issue-200-billion-won-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2172933/Korean-Air-to-issue-200-billion-won-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Updated: Lufthansa issues €850 million bond </title><description>The bond – which represents a rare offering given the cyclical nature of the industry – performed well on the back of strong domestic demand on a day the equity markets gathered momentum</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/W444iVo2Kms/Updated-Lufthansa-issues-850-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2165227/Updated-Lufthansa-issues-850-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: BayernLB exits aircraft and ship finance after political pressure, other Landesbanks may follow</title><description>Key German bank formally moves out of aircraft and ship finance, real danger that other Landesbanks will follow Bayerische Landesbank and focus on local lending.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-Z7o2F28pow/Exclusive-BayernLB-exits-aircraft-and-ship-finance-after-political-pressure-other-Landesbanks-may.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2164008/Exclusive-BayernLB-exits-aircraft-and-ship-finance-after-political-pressure-other-Landesbanks-may.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lufthansa issues €850 million bond </title><description>The bond, which has a spread of mid-swaps plus 410 basis points, represents a rare offering given the cyclical nature of the airline industry. And considering Lufthansa’s low investment grade rating and the danger airlines face of possible downgrade, the venture could be a risky undertaking.  

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wCxYzOKGRjk/Lufthansa-issues-850-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2162853/Lufthansa-issues-850-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export credit agencies enter new era</title><description>The role of export credit agencies is set to change as they look to guarantee securitizations and PDP financings, and become busier than ever.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YEiqxyKL8bw/Export-credit-agencies-enter-new-era.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2125494/Export-credit-agencies-enter-new-era.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Indian banks set to play vital role in aircraft finance</title><description>As international banks become increasingly cautious and expensive, Indian banks are set to step in to bridge the gap and help fund the country’s aircraft deliveries.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CnxjdLXdBOc/Indian-banks-set-to-play-vital-role-in-aircraft-finance.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2124680/Indian-banks-set-to-play-vital-role-in-aircraft-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CCB to set up aviation fund</title><description>China Construction Bank’s Hong Kong unit to set up aviation fund in Tianjin</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qaCry_eh0pg/CCB-to-set-up-aviation-fund.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2122321/CCB-to-set-up-aviation-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>How do we choose Airfinance Journal's Deal of the Year Awards</title><description>With the 2008 winners about to be announced, how do we chose the Airfinance Journal Deal of the Year Awards?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bEbGjkG0ajk/How-do-we-choose-Airfinance-Journals-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2121176/How-do-we-choose-Airfinance-Journals-Deal-of-the-Year-Awards.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Business as usual for RBS Aviation Capital, but sale planned</title><description>RBS Aviation Capital is not a core asset for Royal Bank of Scotland, but the bank is not a distressed seller.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xBmwjKC8IFw/Business-as-usual-for-RBS-Aviation-Capital-but-sale-planned.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2117035/Business-as-usual-for-RBS-Aviation-Capital-but-sale-planned.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS's luck runs out as Stephen Hester's track record at Abbey National suggests bad news for RBS Aviation Capital</title><description>With the future of RBS Aviation Capital in doubt, it is worth remembering that Royal Bank of Scotland's (RBS) chief executive has already closed one aircraft leasing company before. A brief history of RBS Aviation Capital.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RfN9eTlVLV8/RBSs-luck-runs-out-as-Stephen-Hesters-track-record-at-Abbey-National-suggests-bad-news-for-RBS.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2117032/RBSs-luck-runs-out-as-Stephen-Hesters-track-record-at-Abbey-National-suggests-bad-news-for-RBS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Calyon closes Qantas deal and is mandated by Aer Lingus</title><description>Calyon has closed a refinancing for a Qantas A330 and has been mandated by Aer Lingus for the export credit financing of an A330.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bOhyGVhOGaw/Calyon-closes-Qantas-deal-and-is-mandated-by-Aer-Lingus.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2117098/Calyon-closes-Qantas-deal-and-is-mandated-by-Aer-Lingus.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Managing the airfinance gap</title><description>Several financial institutions are forecasting that manufacturers will have to slow production and finance aircraft with governments in 2009. But the manufacturers are more optimistic.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UGWNufn9TRM/Managing-the-airfinance-gap.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114388/Managing-the-airfinance-gap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banks open for business</title><description>Banks left the market, not because aviation was in trouble, but as a result of internal liquidity restrictions. Campbell Davis lists the main European, Asian and African banks still open to their aviation clients.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RIeQAjUhV_E/Banks-open-for-business.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114390/Banks-open-for-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates will find finance</title><description>Emirates says it will find funding in the downturn, although some industry insiders believe the carrier has to be more realistic.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WG65E5sxq3E/Emirates-will-find-finance.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114391/Emirates-will-find-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>There will not be a funding gap for airline deliveries</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/872pl0Cqb0I/There-will-not-be-a-funding-gap-for-airline-deliveries.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114415/There-will-not-be-a-funding-gap-for-airline-deliveries.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese deliveries covered by domestic finance in 2009</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nEvjAW_-n3w/Chinese-deliveries-covered-by-domestic-finance-in-2009.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114417/Chinese-deliveries-covered-by-domestic-finance-in-2009.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese finance fleets domestically</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RAuhF_x8B8A/Chinese-finance-fleets-domestically.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114395/Chinese-finance-fleets-domestically.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>French state comes to Airbus's aid</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SjBT0kABnVk/French-state-comes-to-Airbuss-aid.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114396/French-state-comes-to-Airbuss-aid.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Southwest Airlines sneaks  in a $400 million aircraft bond for 737s</title><description>Goldman Sachs closes a $400 million bond for Southwest Airlines secured on 17 737 aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/e_Sn1rgO3K4/Southwest-Airlines-sneaksin-a-400-million-aircraft-bond-for-737s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114404/Southwest-Airlines-sneaksin-a-400-million-aircraft-bond-for-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC's $3.5 billion secured facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gX2Nn60nV0A/ILFCs-35-billion-secured-facility.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114405/ILFCs-35-billion-secured-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Two A330s for Investec's aircraft fund</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-10aFrBt4cE/Two-A330s-for-Investecs-aircraft-fund.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114408/Two-A330s-for-Investecs-aircraft-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Canada closes two loans worth $112 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UijY98FWiyk/Air-Canada-closes-two-loans-worth-112-million.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114412/Air-Canada-closes-two-loans-worth-112-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSH Nordbank fund buys Emirates' 777</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qq_EaN1pBsc/HSH-Nordbank-fund-buys-Emirates-777.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114413/HSH-Nordbank-fund-buys-Emirates-777.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT closes securitization worth $900 million</title><description>CIT closes unusual – and most expensive ever - aircraft securitization and sells notes to itself.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VdDUWt5fUDA/CIT-closes-securitization-worth-900-million.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114402/CIT-closes-securitization-worth-900-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ryanair uses Ex-Im for 15 737s</title><description>Ryanair has mandated Calyon and Deka Bank for the Ex-Im Bank financing of 15 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Iy983YpG_ww/Ryanair-uses-Ex-Im-for-15-737s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2102509/Ryanair-uses-Ex-Im-for-15-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banks hold key as ILFC's unsecured loan falters</title><description>Two types of banks affecting American International Group's sale of ILFC – its existing 
unsecured lenders and the ones that it needs to join a new secured facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0W5-v5dryRc/Banks-hold-key-as-ILFCs-unsecured-loan-falters.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114403/Banks-hold-key-as-ILFCs-unsecured-loan-falters.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Canada closes deals with NordLB and GE Capital</title><description>Air Canada completes a $37 million deal with NordLB and a second tranche of financing with GE Capital Corporation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/waEO0bAyWdA/Air-Canada-closes-deals-with-NordLB-and-GE-Capital.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2102514/Air-Canada-closes-deals-with-NordLB-and-GE-Capital.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviaimport uses VEB export loan for Tu-204 purchase</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Q7G_YL7thrU/Aviaimport-uses-VEB-export-loan-for-Tu-204-purchase.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101872/Aviaimport-uses-VEB-export-loan-for-Tu-204-purchase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Transaero redeems debut bond			</title><description>Russia's second-largest passenger carrier redeems bond and looks to future loans to fund expansion</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UVvQDhh_w5A/Transaero-redeems-debut-bond.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101873/Transaero-redeems-debut-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France closes €65 million financing for 777</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sGWuMSoxpOc/Air-France-closes-65-million-financing-for-777.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101967/Air-France-closes-65-million-financing-for-777.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>2008 - A year to forget</title><description>The past 12 months were not the best of times, although aviation can largely claim its innocence in the financial catastrophe.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zJ3ae-krnOs/2008-A-year-to-forget.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101936/2008-A-year-to-forget.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Asia closes Islamic French-Malaysian lease for eight A320s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qBwCuuy4kk8/Air-Asia-closes-Islamic-French-Malaysian-lease-for-eight-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101947/Air-Asia-closes-Islamic-French-Malaysian-lease-for-eight-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The year ahead for aviation finance</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tTLMfOro72U/The-year-ahead-for-aviation-finance.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101930/The-year-ahead-for-aviation-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The risk in PDP financings</title><description>The airfinance market, particularly banks and airlines, has been frustrated about Airbus's claw-back clause on predelivery payments. There might be a solution in sight, by Sophie Segal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2-Bp1oQJq74/The-risk-in-PDP-financings.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048717/The-risk-in-PDP-financings.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Call for capital</title><description>Aviation funds are becoming important sources of  alternative financing. Will Roberts looks at some of the big hitters.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-lFDEYu_OU0/Call-for-capital.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048723/Call-for-capital.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Message from the east</title><description>The mood at Airfinance Journal's annual conference in Dubai was surprisingly upbeat. Will Roberts reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ywxqf_2DXNw/Message-from-the-east.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048737/Message-from-the-east.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UnRdy36vfn8/Deals-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048726/Deals-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Isle of Man registry appoints chief surveyor</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/p7S6CRdyPu8/Isle-of-Man-registry-appoints-chief-surveyor.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048713/Isle-of-Man-registry-appoints-chief-surveyor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ear to the ground</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AGipazlY0j8/Ear-to-the-ground.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048724/Ear-to-the-ground.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bailouts have a price</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/K8rHLFF4G7M/Bailouts-have-a-price.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048736/Bailouts-have-a-price.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Is there anyone out there?</title><description>With markets in turmoil, Airfinance Journal spoke to two leading aircraft finance banks.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wIHxw7BBsk8/Is-there-anyone-out-there.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048761/Is-there-anyone-out-there.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A new era</title><description>Janet Du Chenne finds out about a changing market from some of its leading players.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jSv2aZrIGwk/A-new-era.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048763/A-new-era.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Why export credit agencies make good banks</title><description>Export credits might be one ray of sunshine through the big cloud that hangs over the financing market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/G8IIdN92n8o/Why-export-credit-agencies-make-good-banks.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048764/Why-export-credit-agencies-make-good-banks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Southern mandates banks for two Boeings</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mIREJq3S0vk/China-Southern-mandates-banks-for-two-Boeings.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048772/China-Southern-mandates-banks-for-two-Boeings.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UAE implements Cape Town</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CwH7YGTwMcE/UAE-implements-Cape-Town.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048747/UAE-implements-Cape-Town.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Who should buy Gatwick</title><description>Will Roberts reports on British Airports Authority's decision to put the UK's second-busiest airport on the market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8iz6r6-KC5g/Who-should-buy-Gatwick.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048762/Who-should-buy-Gatwick.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India closes $548.6 million Ex-Im Bank financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YtBH4AcX70I/Air-India-closes-5486-million-Ex-Im-Bank-financing.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048775/Air-India-closes-5486-million-Ex-Im-Bank-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Norwegian Air Shuttle closes pre-delivery payments</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D1kZl52CJq0/Norwegian-Air-Shuttle-closes-pre-delivery-payments.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048776/Norwegian-Air-Shuttle-closes-pre-delivery-payments.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avianca closes ECA financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Un7eTUqf8ho/Avianca-closes-ECA-financing.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048777/Avianca-closes-ECA-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>American Airlines raises $294 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IobJoBndOYk/American-Airlines-raises-294-million.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048740/American-Airlines-raises-294-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fern to leave BayernLB</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_-GCKBNb45c/Fern-to-leave-BayernLB.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048758/Fern-to-leave-BayernLB.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Preventative surgery</title><description>The last wave of major restructurings has happened in the US. The next could be more global. Sophie Segal reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yoGr8al2Lzw/Preventative-surgery.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048765/Preventative-surgery.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Amir-Aslani joins Morgan Stanley</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZVRIeVYqLhw/Amir-Aslani-joins-Morgan-Stanley.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048759/Amir-Aslani-joins-Morgan-Stanley.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MIDCo set to secure Chicago Midway airport</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/eYOC15eYSiQ/MIDCo-set-to-secure-Chicago-Midway-airport.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048741/MIDCo-set-to-secure-Chicago-Midway-airport.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GSI acquires 10 engines from Willis</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wk4zbrHLilA/GSI-acquires-10-engines-from-Willis.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048742/GSI-acquires-10-engines-from-Willis.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JetBird closes PDP deal  for 25 Embraer Phenoms</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LiuFIjvCjr8/JetBird-closes-PDP-dealfor-25-Embraer-Phenoms.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048743/JetBird-closes-PDP-dealfor-25-Embraer-Phenoms.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aercap/LoadAir deal closes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jO-iegw2Wnw/AercapLoadAir-deal-closes.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048744/AercapLoadAir-deal-closes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Eastern closes finance lease worth £35m</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-Bhz98ysqWo/China-Eastern-closes-finance-lease-worth-35m.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048745/China-Eastern-closes-finance-lease-worth-35m.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ear to the ground</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ijAmAbS7u0g/Ear-to-the-ground.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048768/Ear-to-the-ground.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Learjet order launches carrier</title><description>A $1.5 billion order for 110 aircraft shows that Jet Republic means business despite the credit crunch. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fmybXHM_JQk/Learjet-order-launches-carrier.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048766/Learjet-order-launches-carrier.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HyrTMhQ5tXI/People-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048738/People-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QkSh__ichUs/Deal-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048773/Deal-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Austrian Airlines increases share capital by €7.4 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/el62h-CoMaI/Austrian-Airlines-increases-share-capital-by-74-million.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048774/Austrian-Airlines-increases-share-capital-by-74-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banking on Europe</title><description>The US market continues to need financing, and it is the European banks who are deciding what to lend and to whom. By Sophie Segal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OkyqcrUJN7k/Banking-on-Europe.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048804/Banking-on-Europe.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jefferies duo joins Lazard</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UTQK2FFT_ng/Jefferies-duo-joins-Lazard.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048874/Jefferies-duo-joins-Lazard.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UIB and Novus complete $150 million purchase to lease to Gulf Air</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XJrZN2LCFZo/UIB-and-Novus-complete-150-million-purchase-to-lease-to-Gulf-Air.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048889/UIB-and-Novus-complete-150-million-purchase-to-lease-to-Gulf-Air.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ethiopian wins in Africa</title><description>Janet Du Chenne talks to Kassim Geresu, executive vice-president, finance and strategic planning, Ethiopian Airlines, about the carrier's winning formula.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3IC1vcSZPPA/Ethiopian-wins-in-Africa.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048915/Ethiopian-wins-in-Africa.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Capital gains</title><description>Will Roberts analyses how lessors in the Middle East are affected by liquidity issues in the West.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mhEfbO_vjbM/Capital-gains.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048913/Capital-gains.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Five ways to cut costs</title><description>As airlines struggle to cope with the increasing price of fuel and a softening economy, Sophie Segal finds out how they plan to cut costs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/H5h2eCPUqb4/Five-ways-to-cut-costs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048916/Five-ways-to-cut-costs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Promotions at CIT Aerospace</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QMG1cWRGGzY/Promotions-at-CIT-Aerospace.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048898/Promotions-at-CIT-Aerospace.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lawyers move up at  A&amp;O</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_inBfafxOUs/Lawyers-move-up-atA-O.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048909/Lawyers-move-up-atA-O.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lau joins ICBC Leasing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wssYb0318GA/Lau-joins-ICBC-Leasing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048911/Lau-joins-ICBC-Leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle closes $786.1 million term debt facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Fot-PxeVnw4/Aircastle-closes-7861-million-term-debt-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048927/Aircastle-closes-7861-million-term-debt-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qantas mandates BOC HK to syndicate loan</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cm5jDDm4jYc/Qantas-mandates-BOC-HK-to-syndicate-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048930/Qantas-mandates-BOC-HK-to-syndicate-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Orix closes $95 million debt facility with DVB</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nsZIzWEkPzA/Orix-closes-95-million-debt-facility-with-DVB.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048931/Orix-closes-95-million-debt-facility-with-DVB.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SIA A380-800 aircraft fully syndicated</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_4qIfWqpRWA/SIA-A380-800-aircraft-fully-syndicated.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048899/SIA-A380-800-aircraft-fully-syndicated.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>More US airlines file for bankruptcy protection</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/K2tzIm-ltkk/More-US-airlines-file-for-bankruptcy-protection.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048902/More-US-airlines-file-for-bankruptcy-protection.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US appeals court strikes down passenger rights law</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gQ2OO7CCZWs/US-appeals-court-strikes-down-passenger-rights-law.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048903/US-appeals-court-strikes-down-passenger-rights-law.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EC cautions Italy over emergency Alitalia bailout loan</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U2L0qQ0hQDo/EC-cautions-Italy-over-emergency-Alitalia-bailout-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048906/EC-cautions-Italy-over-emergency-Alitalia-bailout-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal watch</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WemZ6W3fMvA/Deal-watch.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048924/Deal-watch.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hard times ahead</title><description>Aircraft leasing companies will find it hard to find funding over the next two years, writes Alasdair Whyte.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0hA3WgDQ7co/Hard-times-ahead.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048949/Hard-times-ahead.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>D-day approaches for loans</title><description>With the repayment of its loans due soon, the future of Allco Finance Group is in doubt, although the firm is confident its aviation fleet will survive. By Janet Du Chenne and Will Roberts.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YDnUBYJpPkg/D-day-approaches-for-loans.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048953/D-day-approaches-for-loans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The four types of lessor</title><description>Banks say that they are planning to increase lending but also believe lessors will struggle. This is because they divide lessors up in to four main groups. By Sophie Segal and Alasdair Whyte.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8G7Agn32h2c/The-four-types-of-lessor.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048954/The-four-types-of-lessor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargo calling</title><description>Freighters are proving attractive in an unsteady market. Alex Lennane reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cbHcDSbhVOU/Cargo-calling.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048955/Cargo-calling.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Istat plays a safe game</title><description>The aviation cycle is turning and the sell side is getting tough with its customers. Airlines can no longer use fuel and 9/11 as reasons for underperformance. These were probably the most critical points to emerge from the Istat annual conference. In fact, anyone who expected a grave assessment of the market would have had to look a little further than this event.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OTNdK9I_rnc/Istat-plays-a-safe-game.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048956/Istat-plays-a-safe-game.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New hope</title><description>Chinese banks have moved into the leasing arena in a big way. But how are they coping with wider market challenges? Yong Qui reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YYVOzU5DcDc/New-hope.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048957/New-hope.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>How Bear Stearns, Northern Rock and Allco affects aircraft finance</title><description>It is no comfort to the bank's employees and shareholders but few airlines will mourn the loss of Bear Stearns. Out of all the major US investment banks it was the least active in aircraft finance. Apart from lending to Aircastle (largely because it was a relationship bank of Fortress Investment Group) and a $1.3 billion repacking of US Airways EETC paper in 2003, it is hard to remember any significant debt deals that the bank participated in.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FjVX-dI-CnA/How-Bear-Stearns-Northern-Rock-and-Allco-affects-aircraft-finance.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048963/How-Bear-Stearns-Northern-Rock-and-Allco-affects-aircraft-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Douglas Ochs Adler will join Vedder Price in Washington</title><description>Douglas Ochs Adler will join Vedder Price's Washington, DC, office as a member of the firm's equipment finance group.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SfF3QUwFUYo/Douglas-Ochs-Adler-will-join-Vedder-Price-in-Washington.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048933/Douglas-Ochs-Adler-will-join-Vedder-Price-in-Washington.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investec Bank launches global aircraft fund</title><description>Australia's Investec Bank has entered the aircraft leasing business with the launch of the Investec Global Aircraft Fund. The diversified fund will seek to tap into forecast strong long-term global growth in commercial travel, and aims to generate consistent returns for investors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jjcS6lCzof4/Investec-Bank-launches-global-aircraft-fund.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048965/Investec-Bank-launches-global-aircraft-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air secures financing for one 777-200ER to be delivered in 2008</title><description>Korean Air has mandated Calyon, Standard Chartered Bank, Hana Bank and Shinhan Bank as joint arrangers and joint underwriters for the commercial loan financing of one 777-200ER. The aircraft will be delivered in mid 2008.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rLpQ57r5N2U/Korean-Air-secures-financing-for-one-777-200ER-to-be-delivered-in-2008.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048935/Korean-Air-secures-financing-for-one-777-200ER-to-be-delivered-in-2008.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China mandates banks for financing of 12 aircraft</title><description>Air China has mandated BNP Pairbas, Bank of China (BOC), Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Société Générale as arrangers of a French structured lease for 12 aircraft. BNP Paribas, Calyon and Société Générale are joint lease arrangers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2WK5-HLStc8/Air-China-mandates-banks-for-financing-of-12-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048936/Air-China-mandates-banks-for-financing-of-12-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals news in brief</title><description>Bids to finance four A380s and five 737-300 aircraft for Qantas Airways were due at the time of going to press. The delivery date for the first A380 is August 2008, with the remaining aircraft delivering between then and 2015. Several financial institutions are understood to be bidding for the mandate.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MykIdenmCR4/Deals-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048939/Deals-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hazy's clear outlook</title><description>It has been 35 years since ILFC completed the first operating lease. Steven Udvar-Hazy, its chairman, talks exclusively to Sophie Segal about how the market has evolved and what the future holds.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-DcHGYLRp9c/Hazys-clear-outlook.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048986/Hazys-clear-outlook.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>An expert's perspective on aircraft orders: John Plueger, ILFC</title><description>John Plueger, ILFC's president and chief operating officer, talks about aircraft orders and the lessor's plans to acquire new aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ImQChxGZ9vc/An-experts-perspective-on-aircraft-orders-John-Plueger-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048990/An-experts-perspective-on-aircraft-orders-John-Plueger-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Breaking new ground - Etihad</title><description>Etihad's financing for its A340-600 was a first for the Abu Dhabi-based carrier, earning it the Middle East Deal of the Year award.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Q3bbvrzOWEo/Breaking-new-ground-Etihad.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048988/Breaking-new-ground-Etihad.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Business is booming - financing corporate jets</title><description>Travelling on a passenger aircraft has become a toil for some people in these environmentally and security-conscience times. No wonder business jets are enjoying record sales. Will Roberts reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/z6MXm3LSAfs/Business-is-booming-financing-corporate-jets.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048991/Business-is-booming-financing-corporate-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GMT Global Republic launches in Dublin</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/K7VXvWVhW98/GMT-Global-Republic-launches-in-Dublin.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048999/GMT-Global-Republic-launches-in-Dublin.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airbus forecasts growth over next 18 years</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TLXVp4ylUl4/Airbus-forecasts-growth-over-next-18-years.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048998/Airbus-forecasts-growth-over-next-18-years.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Eilon moves on to Silverjet</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Na-usz0vetg/Eilon-moves-on-to-Silverjet.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048969/Eilon-moves-on-to-Silverjet.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie AirFinance closes $1billion credit facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gC8i8-4P41Y/Macquarie-AirFinance-closes-1billion-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049000/Macquarie-AirFinance-closes-1billion-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Christopher joins FGK</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-t2B1jPPivQ/Christopher-joins-FGK.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048981/Christopher-joins-FGK.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Waha plans $5.4 billion investment and more hires</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yYA8-mAc08s/Waha-plans-54-billion-investment-and-more-hires.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048982/Waha-plans-54-billion-investment-and-more-hires.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle closes  $300 million credit facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cQgEjJZQZNY/Aircastle-closes300-million-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049003/Aircastle-closes300-million-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Badiali goes to GoAir</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/x04IiH3G4_0/Badiali-goes-to-GoAir.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048984/Badiali-goes-to-GoAir.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion to acquire Air France 747-400s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/H8WKMGmp96U/Deucalion-to-acquire-Air-France-747-400s.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049002/Deucalion-to-acquire-Air-France-747-400s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aero Inventory signs syndicated lending facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UWXTdv_uKR8/Aero-Inventory-signs-syndicated-lending-facility.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049004/Aero-Inventory-signs-syndicated-lending-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KG funds - the new pension pots</title><description>German investors are the new blood  of the airfinance market. Janet Du Chenne looks at the main deals involving these investors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_BitjsJrvUw/KG-funds-the-new-pension-pots.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048992/KG-funds-the-new-pension-pots.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AAR exercises over allotment option in full</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tWhyITQezqE/AAR-exercises-over-allotment-option-in-full.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048971/AAR-exercises-over-allotment-option-in-full.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Canada closes Ex-Im financing for nine 777s, to be delivered in 2008</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mS1Gnva-MUM/Air-Canada-closes-Ex-Im-financing-for-nine-777s-to-be-delivered-in-2008.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048973/Air-Canada-closes-Ex-Im-financing-for-nine-777s-to-be-delivered-in-2008.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jetscape signs on for Embraer 190LRs</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mCuR9NB2IjE/Jetscape-signs-on-for-Embraer-190LRs.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048972/Jetscape-signs-on-for-Embraer-190LRs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EasyJet completes $1 billion financing programme</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mQ5-01_XO3k/EasyJet-completes-1-billion-financing-programme.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048974/EasyJet-completes-1-billion-financing-programme.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Japan Airlines sells airport maintenance centres</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hZ5jBM8pvVo/Japan-Airlines-sells-airport-maintenance-centres.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048975/Japan-Airlines-sells-airport-maintenance-centres.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Worth the weight - aircraft engines</title><description>Financial institutions are increasingly involved in commercial jet engines. Geoff Hearn looks at the trends in asset values.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TbNQVlBob7o/Worth-the-weight-aircraft-engines.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048993/Worth-the-weight-aircraft-engines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Adam Pilarski says</title><description>After a well-attended address at this year's European Airfinance conference, Adam Pilarski, senior vice-president at Avitas, starts a regular column on the state of the airfinance market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wslkq77z97M/Adam-Pilarski-says.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048987/Adam-Pilarski-says.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease Finance expands credit facilities</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/atB6cFbYg14/Willis-Lease-Finance-expands-credit-facilities.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049030/Willis-Lease-Finance-expands-credit-facilities.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guinness and plenty of froth</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SE8xahzoAYU/Guinness-and-plenty-of-froth.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049026/Guinness-and-plenty-of-froth.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Testing the market</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fdjG8FVcDhc/Testing-the-market.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049014/Testing-the-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avoiding the crunch</title><description>Airfinance Journal presents an overview of 2007 from the perspective of the banks, airlines and lessors. Despite the credit crunch, the growth of European airlines shows no signs of slowing down. Siqalane Taho and Janet Du Chenne report.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AnvCJF53GaE/Avoiding-the-crunch.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049058/Avoiding-the-crunch.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Back to basics</title><description>The credit crunch might be affecting liquidity levels, but airfinance banks are going back to basics in order to get through the storm. Janet Du Chenne reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QgJIYVm5ckk/Back-to-basics.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049061/Back-to-basics.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Crunching the numbers</title><description>Despite volatility in the capital markets, bankers are feeling positive. Sophie Segal went to New York to find out what they think of the airfinance market and what they expect for the year ahead.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BhFr5bx5sFY/Crunching-the-numbers.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049062/Crunching-the-numbers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Champagne put on ice</title><description>Banks in the region have emerged almost without a blemish from the US sub-prime mortgage crisis, reports Will Roberts. But that does not mean it is a time for celebration.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BZdOjGxOM4g/Champagne-put-on-ice.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049065/Champagne-put-on-ice.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>World Bank loans Airblue $22 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wNfvZP7BC7Q/World-Bank-loans-Airblue-22-million.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049074/World-Bank-loans-Airblue-22-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirAsia finances six A320s with French leveraged lease</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RkUD3XGagIg/AirAsia-finances-six-A320s-with-French-leveraged-lease.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049075/AirAsia-finances-six-A320s-with-French-leveraged-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Citibank closes $310 million PDP financing for GOL</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1YDKLfdyqL4/Citibank-closes-310-million-PDP-financing-for-GOL.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049044/Citibank-closes-310-million-PDP-financing-for-GOL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jxPBgNdoxpg/Deal-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049045/Deal-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Insure to be sure</title><description>Two new clauses are set to change the insurance rules for financiers and lessors. Andrew Littlejohns and Jeffrey Wool explain.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5jCEfdHcsQs/Insure-to-be-sure.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049067/Insure-to-be-sure.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A resurging market</title><description>Airfinance Journal invited some leading players in the industry to discuss credit insurance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dTehKAWnf8E/A-resurging-market.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049068/A-resurging-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>In EETCs we trust</title><description>The enhanced equipment trust certificate is enjoying a good spell of popularity in the US. Sophie Segal finds out why.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yun97k4Mngg/In-EETCs-we-trust.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049091/In-EETCs-we-trust.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Rough times ahead</title><description>The new aircraft sector understanding will change the landscape for export credit deals.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/h2He9VkvGtQ/Rough-times-ahead.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049092/Rough-times-ahead.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Philippine Airlines exits receivership</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ABBDxq0-OsA/Philippine-Airlines-exits-receivership.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049082/Philippine-Airlines-exits-receivership.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The return of the Iberbond</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FfM2_U48ABI/The-return-of-the-Iberbond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049099/The-return-of-the-Iberbond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Finnair completes Embraer 190LR JOL financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yHfgIr3V78U/Finnair-completes-Embraer-190LR-JOL-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049100/Finnair-completes-Embraer-190LR-JOL-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ICBC gets green light to set up financial leasing unit</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RhowChePTvI/ICBC-gets-green-light-to-set-up-financial-leasing-unit.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049101/ICBC-gets-green-light-to-set-up-financial-leasing-unit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Debt financing provided for 36 British Airways aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/teHsqvHQBlc/Debt-financing-provided-for-36-British-Airways-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049102/Debt-financing-provided-for-36-British-Airways-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Asia gets Altitude</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9FjTbqYsrwQ/Asia-gets-Altitude.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049103/Asia-gets-Altitude.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals News in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mOwwg8uCP7A/Deals-News-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049104/Deals-News-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Finnair sells budget airline FlyNordic for €18.6 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xyuRg5kcCZg/Finnair-sells-budget-airline-FlyNordic-for-186-million.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049105/Finnair-sells-budget-airline-FlyNordic-for-186-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India gets $1.3 billion Ex-Im loan for 17 Boeing aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/H17zPTJ9nwI/Air-India-gets-13-billion-Ex-Im-loan-for-17-Boeing-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049106/Air-India-gets-13-billion-Ex-Im-loan-for-17-Boeing-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas completes Jet Airways sale/leaseback</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HTkXYkMBQgk/Awas-completes-Jet-Airways-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049107/Awas-completes-Jet-Airways-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Airlines mandates 777-200ER financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lfGVzkF_0j4/Korean-Airlines-mandates-777-200ER-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049108/Korean-Airlines-mandates-777-200ER-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>News In Brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D0PblrOPxm0/News-In-Brief.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049135/News-In-Brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Photo finish</title><description>It is time to find out what investors and operators think of today's commercial and regional aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/utLBq5msH0Y/Photo-finish.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049157/Photo-finish.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boland joins Westpac</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Xf8o6E3gz8U/Boland-joins-Westpac.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049153/Boland-joins-Westpac.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People News In Brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2OTgkmzrSZw/People-News-In-Brief.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049156/People-News-In-Brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Framework for a bigger picture</title><description>Export credit deals have always varied from one country to another, but the new aircraft sector understanding aims to change that. Natasha Yazdabadi reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XMQmVG3cHY8/Framework-for-a-bigger-picture.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049159/Framework-for-a-bigger-picture.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Taking the next step</title><description>Siqalane Taho looks at the instruments that are proving to be the trendsetters in the aviation industry.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JSrSKjG3FA0/Taking-the-next-step.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049160/Taking-the-next-step.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Instruments of choice</title><description>The debt markets may be on shaky ground, but this does not stop airlines from taking advantage of a range of products to finance their fleets. Bankers share their thoughts on which structures are most popular and how they will fare in the coming years.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SNwj7Nl2WEk/Instruments-of-choice.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049161/Instruments-of-choice.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>World Bank refuses to rule on Manila Fraport dispute</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XGctUdYcChU/World-Bank-refuses-to-rule-on-Manila-Fraport-dispute.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049149/World-Bank-refuses-to-rule-on-Manila-Fraport-dispute.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirTan Airways completes pre-delivery financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-INZEPzWxTw/AirTan-Airways-completes-pre-delivery-financing.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049167/AirTan-Airways-completes-pre-delivery-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cerberus closes share deal</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/r3Fg9nReCW0/Cerberus-closes-share-deal.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049170/Cerberus-closes-share-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TPG pays $450 million for Midwest Air Group</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/o_HHJDplgy4/TPG-pays-450-million-for-Midwest-Air-Group.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049171/TPG-pays-450-million-for-Midwest-Air-Group.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Time to move on</title><description>The demise of Swissair is a saga that refuses to go away</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xuApjQMGKSg/Time-to-move-on.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049185/Time-to-move-on.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flying doctor</title><description>When an airline needs some tender loving care, Seabury Group answers the call. Chief executive John Luth spoke to Rossa McPhillips.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2UY9u_GMOvs/Flying-doctor.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049193/Flying-doctor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wrapping up leasing</title><description>How much capacity do monoline insurers have for wrapping capital markets deals?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8KgAGy3TcTk/Wrapping-up-leasing.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049194/Wrapping-up-leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The superjet</title><description>Russian aviation is investing a lot in Sukhoi's regional jet, but can it compete in the international market?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sVlj0cvPqTc/The-superjet.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049195/The-superjet.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSH Nordbank to set up $1.3 billion aviation fund</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FBt5RSWZp6w/HSH-Nordbank-to-set-up-13-billion-aviation-fund.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049202/HSH-Nordbank-to-set-up-13-billion-aviation-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS Aviation Capital closes Airspeed securitization worth $1.09 billion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/w40L4y45VY0/RBS-Aviation-Capital-closes-Airspeed-securitization-worth-109-billion.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049203/RBS-Aviation-Capital-closes-Airspeed-securitization-worth-109-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aegean Airlines completes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EOden34SF3o/Aegean-Airlines-completes.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049204/Aegean-Airlines-completes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie sells Aeroporti di Roma stake to Gemina</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2LtVz-5-gUY/Macquarie-sells-Aeroporti-di-Roma-stake-to-Gemina.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049205/Macquarie-sells-Aeroporti-di-Roma-stake-to-Gemina.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AAJ seeks investors to become major hub</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/AkHpKSo5x_U/AAJ-seeks-investors-to-become-major-hub.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049207/AAJ-seeks-investors-to-become-major-hub.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UBS and Calyon complete ALS securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ouj5QQfg-5c/UBS-and-Calyon-complete-ALS-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049208/UBS-and-Calyon-complete-ALS-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Regional access</title><description>Orders for regional aircraft have gone through the roof in the last year. But are financiers happy with the residual value of these aircraft?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FvvKJUvwicQ/Regional-access.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049223/Regional-access.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ringing in the changes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aXUejFaJNNk/Ringing-in-the-changes.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049218/Ringing-in-the-changes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Credit Suisse grows transportation team</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JDEDlWb1CjY/Credit-Suisse-grows-transportation-team.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049212/Credit-Suisse-grows-transportation-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Geoffrey Yarrow to retire from Barclays</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/caNG_FpRqsk/Geoffrey-Yarrow-to-retire-from-Barclays.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049219/Geoffrey-Yarrow-to-retire-from-Barclays.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>London calling</title><description>Michael Bloomberg, mayor of New York, is impressed with London's ability to attract global financial institutions. Is the city more than just a financial centre of excellence? Natasha Yazdabadi, Rossa McPhillips and Janet Du Chenne investigate.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BDp9Dr0Uq6o/London-calling.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049229/London-calling.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guggenheim and UBS launch corporate jet finance business</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fCjurYnnL4k/Guggenheim-and-UBS-launch-corporate-jet-finance-business.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049234/Guggenheim-and-UBS-launch-corporate-jet-finance-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qatar Airways looks for financing for A340-600s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QiRA7UuTHpM/Qatar-Airways-looks-for-financing-for-A340-600s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049237/Qatar-Airways-looks-for-financing-for-A340-600s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>...meanwhile, at the Rainbow Rooms</title><description>Airfinance Journal's Deal of the Year Awards have proved once again a successful barometer to what is happening in the industry.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TAvqr44BHko/meanwhile-at-the-Rainbow-Rooms.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049259/meanwhile-at-the-Rainbow-Rooms.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>All eyes on qantas</title><description>The contested Qantas takeover drama has finally come to an end. Natasha Yazdabadi has a behind the scenes look at the deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1WJ_K1uwXoE/All-eyes-on-qantas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049258/All-eyes-on-qantas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta's restructuring fees make history</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/004WPp2B8Wo/Deltas-restructuring-fees-make-history.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049246/Deltas-restructuring-fees-make-history.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KAL closes ticket receivables securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ONq5BO53TSI/KAL-closes-ticket-receivables-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049270/KAL-closes-ticket-receivables-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Life after qantas</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1ZdPqmzCQzY/Life-after-qantas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049252/Life-after-qantas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The other growing market</title><description>South America has put its troubles behind it and is a market worthy of investment, with Brazil leading the way. Alex Lennane reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QJBux0oA-0U/The-other-growing-market.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049253/The-other-growing-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A nearly done deal</title><description>By Rossa McPhillips and Tom Zaitsev</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vYk-lnMePXE/A-nearly-done-deal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049254/A-nearly-done-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pegasus closes NAS sale/ leaseback for A319</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/oPvA_pt4FGA/Pegasus-closes-NAS-sale-leaseback-for-A319.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049271/Pegasus-closes-NAS-sale-leaseback-for-A319.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie signs deal for Mercury Air Centers</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1tFFiy0MVmI/Macquarie-signs-deal-for-Mercury-Air-Centers.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049272/Macquarie-signs-deal-for-Mercury-Air-Centers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap prices $1.66 billion of asset-backed notes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NtLWSvm3DSQ/AerCap-prices-166-billion-of-asset-backed-notes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049273/AerCap-prices-166-billion-of-asset-backed-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BNP Paribas finances TAM operating lease</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tGqxD8coTmY/BNP-Paribas-finances-TAM-operating-lease.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049276/BNP-Paribas-finances-TAM-operating-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Executive decision</title><description>Corporate jet sales are expected to boom in the next 20 years, although it might come at a price.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aHjNHQdC_4Y/Executive-decision.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049262/Executive-decision.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Terra Firma buys  Pegasus</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YqTHobSuths/Terra-Firma-buysPegasus.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049277/Terra-Firma-buysPegasus.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Engines in the spotlight</title><description>Interest in engines is the new fashion. Natasha Yazdabodi reports from Airfinance Journal's latest roadshow.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/czSszdjoW_o/Engines-in-the-spotlight.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049263/Engines-in-the-spotlight.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AeroCentury closes $28m debt placement</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/b5i_UAzSgV4/AeroCentury-closes-28m-debt-placement.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049279/AeroCentury-closes-28m-debt-placement.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental reopens EETC market with £1.15 billion landmark deal</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LHHAFMRmEB4/Continental-reopens-EETC-market-with-115-billion-landmark-deal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049245/Continental-reopens-EETC-market-with-115-billion-landmark-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Roundtable: Investing in China</title><description>There is no doubting China's potential for aircraft and engine investors, but there are a variety of challenges to consider.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7s1h0zSCK_A/Roundtable-Investing-in-China.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049281/Roundtable-Investing-in-China.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A VERY PUBLIC AFFAIR</title><description>Last year was a good 12 months for operating lessor initial public offerings, but several airlines also tapped the capital markets for funding. Natasha Yazdabadi reports on airlines that have opened up in the past year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hO3LEpAgrSk/A-VERY-PUBLIC-AFFAIR.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049285/A-VERY-PUBLIC-AFFAIR.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>In Brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/T-zxTVF7Aak/In-Brief.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049290/In-Brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Indian aviation market sobers up </title><description>About 12 months ago, the sound of popping champagne corks were heard in India as a growing middle class began to take to the skies in infinite numbers. Now that the bubbles have all but disappeared, the market is trying to turn explosive growth into profitability and is becoming more realistic about its ambitions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WOL7UGFT-Yg/Indian-aviation-market-sobers-up.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049282/Indian-aviation-market-sobers-up.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JEWELS OF THE EAST</title><description>Airlines and lessors are diversifying their sources of funding through Shariah compliant deals. Janet Du Chenne reports</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/b-Db_mUnkLI/JEWELS-OF-THE-EAST.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049288/JEWELS-OF-THE-EAST.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THE ODD COUPLE </title><description>The tendency towards airline credit has met its match in the form of asset risk. Rossa McPhillips reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/m4kWcZzrlqw/THE-ODD-COUPLE.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049287/THE-ODD-COUPLE.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banking on it</title><description>Aircraft demand for the next 20 years can count on support from the industry's leading banks. Natasha Yazdabadi reports on banking excellence in 2006 and reveals how these firms are best placed to meet airlines' ambitious expansion plans.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kUYU_1R95RU/Banking-on-it.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049306/Banking-on-it.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>All change at Awas</title><description>A year since it was acquired by Terra Firma, a leaner and meaner Awas feels it is ready to become a top five aircraft lessor. Franklin Pray tells Janet Du Chenne how it will get there.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7pCG36zpqxM/All-change-at-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049309/All-change-at-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Freshfields: Lintott and Littlejohns retire, SAF targets growth</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DCbXzwLEiU0/Freshfields-Lintott-and-Littlejohns-retire-SAF-targets-growth.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049305/Freshfields-Lintott-and-Littlejohns-retire-SAF-targets-growth.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KfW /HSH Nordbank arrange  financing for Indian Airlines</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uR2TnhtcVI8/KfW-HSH-Nordbank-arrangefinancing-for-Indian-Airlines.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049319/KfW-HSH-Nordbank-arrangefinancing-for-Indian-Airlines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways mandates banks for $1.25 billion refinancing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bm4Az2vKbvo/US-Airways-mandates-banks-for-125-billion-refinancing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049320/US-Airways-mandates-banks-for-125-billion-refinancing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qantas takeover takes off</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dn-5I0gLAIc/Qantas-takeover-takes-off.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049315/Qantas-takeover-takes-off.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United Airlines pays down $972 million of exit facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OOg1ppcxuu4/United-Airlines-pays-down-972-million-of-exit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049321/United-Airlines-pays-down-972-million-of-exit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ING closes fourth Ex-Im bank financing for Ryanair</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MjpfNpP-fpQ/ING-closes-fourth-Ex-Im-bank-financing-for-Ryanair.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049322/ING-closes-fourth-Ex-Im-bank-financing-for-Ryanair.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Russia's AirUnion to buy  Malev for $208 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/oIBqxWR14n8/Russias-AirUnion-to-buyMalev-for-208-million.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049323/Russias-AirUnion-to-buyMalev-for-208-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Mexico to sell Aeromexico stake</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XKQOQOQBC3I/Mexico-to-sell-Aeromexico-stake.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049294/Mexico-to-sell-Aeromexico-stake.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Joined-up thinking</title><description>A new day has dawned on the Indian aviation industry. Ritesh Gupta investigates the changes in this booming market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CYtEaTuGtuc/Joined-up-thinking.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049300/Joined-up-thinking.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation and politics do mix... sometimes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6uz1d6dI3Io/Aviation-and-politics-do-mix-sometimes.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049299/Aviation-and-politics-do-mix-sometimes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux Airlines closes sale/leaseback</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OROJdbPORVI/Cargolux-Airlines-closes-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049357/Cargolux-Airlines-closes-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EBRD buys 20% of SkyExpress</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SIGjxeMRMNc/EBRD-buys-20-of-SkyExpress.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049358/EBRD-buys-20-of-SkyExpress.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bank of Scotland closes SkyEurope financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/y9neOjNzhBg/Bank-of-Scotland-closes-SkyEurope-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049359/Bank-of-Scotland-closes-SkyEurope-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation Capital taps $500 million warehouse facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C0pNGy0m4qM/Aviation-Capital-taps-500-million-warehouse-facility.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049327/Aviation-Capital-taps-500-million-warehouse-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG issues drawdowns</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ah_U3zrL7Go/ACG-issues-drawdowns.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049354/ACG-issues-drawdowns.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS sells Iberia lease receivables</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MXoxOjiOmnI/RBS-sells-Iberia-lease-receivables.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049355/RBS-sells-Iberia-lease-receivables.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/-JtGAS_HIvA/Deal-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049356/Deal-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Applauding good times and innovation</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5WN1GL4eCPg/Applauding-good-times-and-innovation.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049333/Applauding-good-times-and-innovation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2006: A year in boom</title><description>2006 was the year of the lessor. Investor appetite for these companies was at its peak and acquisitions and IPOs were the norm. The Airfinance Journal Deals of the Year beholds a great year for aviation financing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IeGIOQG5cdM/Deals-of-the-Year-2006-A-year-in-boom.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049344/Deals-of-the-Year-2006-A-year-in-boom.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Regional Aircraft Roundtable 2006: Less is more</title><description>Regional aircraft have had a fantastic year, but financing and size are some of the key concerns. Airfinance Journal invited key decision-makers to address the issues.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Uz7kJYtyYnQ/Regional-Aircraft-Roundtable-2006-Less-is-more.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049368/Regional-Aircraft-Roundtable-2006-Less-is-more.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lucky for some</title><description>India's aviation market is perceived as having no limits. But not everyone stands to benefit from the huge potential for growth. Ritesh Gupta reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XIH09lrvZfw/Lucky-for-some.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049369/Lucky-for-some.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Changing the game</title><description>China's privately owned carriers are giving the state-controlled airlines a run for their money. Their small fleets and access to financing place them in a favourable position. Alex Lennane reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/p0xhOMAxWL0/Changing-the-game.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049370/Changing-the-game.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The wait is over</title><description>The A350XWB is meant to be Airbus' response to Boeing's 787. Geoff Hearn looks at how it is likely to fare.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jT6s7Z9RHQU/The-wait-is-over.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049372/The-wait-is-over.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KEEPING UP APPEARANCES</title><description>As engine financing becomes more prevalent, so too are maintenance issues. Geoff Hearn looks at what investors need to know.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/V-I15C9MNZc/KEEPING-UP-APPEARANCES.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049373/KEEPING-UP-APPEARANCES.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JOLs make a comeback</title><description>Since its launch in 1998, the Japanese operating lease (JOL) has survived a big government review and continues to gain popularity. Siqalane Taho reports on uncertain times for a widely used structure.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/u3hDpdOo6jM/JOLs-make-a-comeback.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049375/JOLs-make-a-comeback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Destiny calling</title><description>Pembroke has a new lease on life, so to speak. Garry Burke tells Alexandra Lennane how the company's management buyout has set it up for the future.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/j-UDiG60qXA/Destiny-calling.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049377/Destiny-calling.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jQlgKtVNefg/Deals-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049378/Deals-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS breaks the mould with Iberia deal</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C9F6Xxvckfs/RBS-breaks-the-mould-with-Iberia-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049379/RBS-breaks-the-mould-with-Iberia-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Austrian Airlines completes capital increase</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_LYeObRlTXQ/Austrian-Airlines-completes-capital-increase.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049380/Austrian-Airlines-completes-capital-increase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Morgan Stanley launches JetBlue EETC</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EQ7Q1FS8Ubg/Morgan-Stanley-launches-JetBlue-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049381/Morgan-Stanley-launches-JetBlue-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie closes acquisition facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U_CCbtJjidE/Macquarie-closes-acquisition-facility.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049382/Macquarie-closes-acquisition-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>West Air Sweden leases ATP freighters</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_IM-MpFu9ys/West-Air-Sweden-leases-ATP-freighters.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049384/West-Air-Sweden-leases-ATP-freighters.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MAP to service institutional investors</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/tFlnh6gXOAo/MAP-to-service-institutional-investors.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049385/MAP-to-service-institutional-investors.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lessors continue to attract equity investors</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wIYrGWqV2ow/Lessors-continue-to-attract-equity-investors.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049386/Lessors-continue-to-attract-equity-investors.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/IgJYV5f19P4/People-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049360/People-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Vueling Airlines completes Eu191 million IPO</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wK1zqqcZoKE/Vueling-Airlines-completes-Eu191-million-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049388/Vueling-Airlines-completes-Eu191-million-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>French banks complete FOP deal for China Southern</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/D7fcdjMRDD0/French-banks-complete-FOP-deal-for-China-Southern.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049362/French-banks-complete-FOP-deal-for-China-Southern.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fact not fiction</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rjtFAGwkiWg/Fact-not-fiction.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049363/Fact-not-fiction.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Global Leaders 2006: Banks leading the way</title><description>When it comes to fleet expansion, banks have a major 
role to play.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JriKJJ3hJ8I/Global-Leaders-2006-Banks-leading-the-way.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049397/Global-Leaders-2006-Banks-leading-the-way.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Global Leaders 2006: Leading the pack</title><description>Which are the top banks and lessors in the aviation industry? Who better to decide than the people who use them.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pbi_VYEPa44/Global-Leaders-2006-Leading-the-pack.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049396/Global-Leaders-2006-Leading-the-pack.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export credit survey 2006: The last export</title><description>The number of export credit deals has dropped notably 
in the past two years. Airfinance Journal investigates why 
this is happening.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/P_bPkBX11E8/Export-credit-survey-2006-The-last-export.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049389/Export-credit-survey-2006-The-last-export.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>For the record</title><description>Who owns what is very important in aviation, but that becomes meaningless if the records are not properly managed.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yzPY8RJFFYk/For-the-record.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049395/For-the-record.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Caja Madrid appoints Vera</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JQjgzPaza0I/Caja-Madrid-appoints-Vera.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049415/Caja-Madrid-appoints-Vera.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natexis hires Villeneuve</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/h4rSJ070YRM/Natexis-hires-Villeneuve.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049417/Natexis-hires-Villeneuve.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Auf Wiedersehen to export credits</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WpiIppXTvEY/Auf-Wiedersehen-to-export-credits.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049414/Auf-Wiedersehen-to-export-credits.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6iJcOBc0B6I/Deal-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049430/Deal-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Third time lucky as Macquarie buys GATX</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Kq9Vt5hq4Ps/Third-time-lucky-as-Macquarie-buys-GATX.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049431/Third-time-lucky-as-Macquarie-buys-GATX.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Door shuts on Bombardier syndication</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jP6hvmNlXm8/Door-shuts-on-Bombardier-syndication.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049435/Door-shuts-on-Bombardier-syndication.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Canada shares up for grabs</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KDuHXFgxs2g/Air-Canada-shares-up-for-grabs.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049436/Air-Canada-shares-up-for-grabs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UBS and CA-IB close $71m SkyEurope Airlines issue</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/l66j80bv2H8/UBS-and-CA-IB-close-71m-SkyEurope-Airlines-issue.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049438/UBS-and-CA-IB-close-71m-SkyEurope-Airlines-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investors' Poll: Workhorses win the day</title><description>Ready, steady, go. It is time for Airfinance Journal's annual look at which aircraft are the investors' favourites.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/j0OMuDg2EC0/Investors-Poll-Workhorses-win-the-day.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049446/Investors-Poll-Workhorses-win-the-day.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airbus and boeing in the ring</title><description>John Leahy of Airbus and Boeing's Randy Baseler provide a post-match analysis of the Farnborough Airshow and where 
they see the market heading.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/M6-D0YxPyZg/Airbus-and-boeing-in-the-ring.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049447/Airbus-and-boeing-in-the-ring.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guessing game</title><description>No one is entirely sure what is happening at Qatar Airways. Alex Lennane speaks to the airline to demystify some of the intrigue.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gOoIuVUJdCQ/Guessing-game.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049449/Guessing-game.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Family affair</title><description>The regional jet market has arguably been a victim 
of its own success. Manufacturers Bombardier, ATR and Embraer reveal how they are coping with growth.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yDIURyyrFLw/Family-affair.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049450/Family-affair.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Germany back in the game</title><description>Export credit, asset risk and the the market upturn, German banks debate the key challenges their industry faces and how 
to prepare for good times and bad.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/JdHf8i3tLDM/Germany-back-in-the-game.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049452/Germany-back-in-the-game.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Indian merger balancing act</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/khi68rMqcR0/Indian-merger-balancing-act.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049461/Indian-merger-balancing-act.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>News in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EGm2yJgZuZ8/News-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049453/News-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bankers' corner: lead us not into temptation</title><description>All might seem well in the Indian aviation market, but there are still many concerns, writes Christian McCormick.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TK60ii-7eFo/Bankers-corner-lead-us-not-into-temptation.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049462/Bankers-corner-lead-us-not-into-temptation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bridgland moves to DVB</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wf95nakLGdE/Bridgland-moves-to-DVB.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049440/Bridgland-moves-to-DVB.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSH Nordbank expands in Asia</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/naMPpM8fU9Y/HSH-Nordbank-expands-in-Asia.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049441/HSH-Nordbank-expands-in-Asia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Corchorane leaves  Pembroke</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SJ3FN_6mxuU/Corchorane-leavesPembroke.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049442/Corchorane-leavesPembroke.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wills promoted at Seabury Group</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zzCuOJcfodk/Wills-promoted-at-Seabury-Group.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049444/Wills-promoted-at-Seabury-Group.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Casdagli joins Richards Butler </title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jefsWqiG_DA/Casdagli-joins-Richards-Butler.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049445/Casdagli-joins-Richards-Butler.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Corporate Jets: Arriving in style</title><description>From one-day business trips to St Petersburg to flying in and out of war zones, corporate jets have become this season's must have. Janet Du Chenne reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EXLXnCASNoU/Corporate-Jets-Arriving-in-style.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049499/Corporate-Jets-Arriving-in-style.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB Bank targets US capital markets</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/upajYsQ-Y5A/DVB-Bank-targets-US-capital-markets.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049494/DVB-Bank-targets-US-capital-markets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jeffrey moves to Emirates</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SSd6QeRPXQc/Jeffrey-moves-to-Emirates.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049495/Jeffrey-moves-to-Emirates.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Conference report — china's challenge</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rGgle8WRGfA/Conference-reportchinas-challenge.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049498/Conference-reportchinas-challenge.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BNDES supports Gol</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Zv_nlUEyv1I/BNDES-supports-Gol.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049512/BNDES-supports-Gol.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DBS underwrites record Chinese deal</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ksqCPHLy_eo/DBS-underwrites-record-Chinese-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049513/DBS-underwrites-record-Chinese-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle closes 'lowest-priced' lease securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/05QcH8N--Oc/Aircastle-closes-lowest-priced-lease-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049515/Aircastle-closes-lowest-priced-lease-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>How low will the French banks go?</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/d_RrJ7PA8Yc/How-low-will-the-French-banks-go.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049550/How-low-will-the-French-banks-go.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Central and Eastern Europe: UP AND AWAY</title><description>The airline market in central and eastern Europe is opening up considerably, with an array of exciting new ventures. Siqalane Taho reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yJk3VpHrvQg/Central-and-Eastern-Europe-UP-AND-AWAY.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049558/Central-and-Eastern-Europe-UP-AND-AWAY.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EVERYTHING ORIENTAL</title><description>Western banks share their views on the potential of the Chinese aviation market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/09PnpZvY2dA/EVERYTHING-ORIENTAL.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049522/EVERYTHING-ORIENTAL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Raising the bar</title><description>Airlines' safety levels have increased following the introduction of a global standard. But what is new about this standard?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sqi_y_R-Mkw/Raising-the-bar.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049524/Raising-the-bar.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THE AIRFINANCE GREATS</title><description>The who's who of aircraft finance assembled in New York to recognize their outstanding efforts over the past year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1pEuUR6PSVQ/THE-AIRFINANCE-GREATS.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049525/THE-AIRFINANCE-GREATS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>An old fashioned banker</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wBB-dRUCdAQ/An-old-fashioned-banker.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049526/An-old-fashioned-banker.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Former SwissAir executives  face charges</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KiN9yhg1gYQ/Former-SwissAir-executivesface-charges.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049543/Former-SwissAir-executivesface-charges.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The legacy low cost carrier</title><description>Latin America is on a roll. Its economies are booming and the region's prospects are the best they have been since the 1990s. But what benefits will spill over to local carriers? Alex Lennane spoke to Victor Vial, chief financial officer of Copa Airlines, for his plans to tap into this growth.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7nV0fc_1ooU/The-legacy-low-cost-carrier.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049595/The-legacy-low-cost-carrier.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>For sale: Pembroke</title><description>Both 50% shareholders in Pembroke – GATX and Rolls-Royce – are looking at a disposal, reports Siqalane Taho.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dqGoWmKO13M/For-sale-Pembroke.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049601/For-sale-Pembroke.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Add-on financing for Jet Aviation</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fRyy5UGs2x4/Add-on-financing-for-Jet-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049604/Add-on-financing-for-Jet-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie looks to Asian market for leaseback debt for Quantas aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dvtFAn4ZmIY/Macquarie-looks-to-Asian-market-for-leaseback-debt-for-Quantas-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049605/Macquarie-looks-to-Asian-market-for-leaseback-debt-for-Quantas-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Swire mandates Morgan Stanley for $350m Eurobond</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ygL_IW9B5a8/Swire-mandates-Morgan-Stanley-for-350m-Eurobond.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049606/Swire-mandates-Morgan-Stanley-for-350m-Eurobond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways mulls debt refinancing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RkrldEMGm2Q/US-Airways-mulls-debt-refinancing.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049607/US-Airways-mulls-debt-refinancing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>PMB bond issue flies despite MAS difficulties</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/2X1exV3dC40/PMB-bond-issue-flies-despite-MAS-difficulties.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049577/PMB-bond-issue-flies-despite-MAS-difficulties.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Brazil's Gol offers perpetuals to finance purchase of 737s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jndg5DQFIyM/Brazils-Gol-offers-perpetuals-to-finance-purchase-of-737s.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049578/Brazils-Gol-offers-perpetuals-to-finance-purchase-of-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Delta to renegotiate $1.9 billion DIP</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LkWyB5noivg/Delta-to-renegotiate-19-billion-DIP.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049580/Delta-to-renegotiate-19-billion-DIP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap agrees to buys Florida-based AeroTurbine</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QX8jqMkByoQ/AerCap-agrees-to-buys-Florida-based-AeroTurbine.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049581/AerCap-agrees-to-buys-Florida-based-AeroTurbine.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Reopening the debate</title><description>Andrew McGuinness asks whether there is any real difference between manufacturer and independent conversions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/SDY0JJ5GY1A/Reopening-the-debate.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049621/Reopening-the-debate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Terra Firma's Awas loan in market</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Ewn7E5wtKSk/Terra-Firmas-Awas-loan-in-market.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049628/Terra-Firmas-Awas-loan-in-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India starts fuel hedging</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/j0ggKslY0vc/Air-India-starts-fuel-hedging.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049629/Air-India-starts-fuel-hedging.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ANA plans share issue for 787s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/X5u9uYW24tM/ANA-plans-share-issue-for-787s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049630/ANA-plans-share-issue-for-787s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Finnair amends financing facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/z_axqjAjnXo/Finnair-amends-financing-facility.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049631/Finnair-amends-financing-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Schulte new managing director of  Seabury</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ZXq55VT4q78/Schulte-new-managing-director-ofSeabury.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049613/Schulte-new-managing-director-ofSeabury.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Food fit for a president</title><description>Despite the great local food and culture, Delhi has retained much of its colonial charm, writes Alok Wadhawan of Investec Structured Finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GIjbC7z5Jys/Food-fit-for-a-president.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049623/Food-fit-for-a-president.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas lands on Terra Firma</title><description>Terra Firma, a European private equity firm, is the new owner of Awas. But has it really spent $500 million more than the other bidders? Alasdaire Whyte reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3AtoWN0Zuaw/Awas-lands-on-Terra-Firma.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049651/Awas-lands-on-Terra-Firma.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>2005 Awards: Welcome back innovation</title><description>The 2005 Airfinance Journal Airline Deal of the Year awards demonstrate how lenders were prepared to be more creative and take more risks. Airport Finance Deal of the Year awards will be published in the March issue.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/kf6vsYfJn7c/2005-Awards-Welcome-back-innovation.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049666/2005-Awards-Welcome-back-innovation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lloyds strategy shocks aviation market</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GW5EdZduJu0/Lloyds-strategy-shocks-aviation-market.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049634/Lloyds-strategy-shocks-aviation-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB and ELF launch engine partnership</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/VBAzdvurfPE/DVB-and-ELF-launch-engine-partnership.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049669/DVB-and-ELF-launch-engine-partnership.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Citigroup and DVB win Jet Airways mandate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Gx1HDC7QlIA/Citigroup-and-DVB-win-Jet-Airways-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049671/Citigroup-and-DVB-win-Jet-Airways-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS and Caja Madrid win Iberia SOL mandate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hUT8DI1RryY/RBS-and-Caja-Madrid-win-Iberia-SOL-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049635/RBS-and-Caja-Madrid-win-Iberia-SOL-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banks triumph over Delta repossession</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/F0fbF7HqreA/Banks-triumph-over-Delta-repossession.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049636/Banks-triumph-over-Delta-repossession.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United secures record $3 billion exit loan and revolver</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3tV86AR_tQs/United-secures-record-3-billion-exit-loan-and-revolver.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049637/United-secures-record-3-billion-exit-loan-and-revolver.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flybe closes  PDPs for Dash 8</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YLoJ2nwueag/Flybe-closesPDPs-for-Dash-8.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049638/Flybe-closesPDPs-for-Dash-8.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Copa IPO exceeds forecasts</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/06A_33P5swY/Copa-IPO-exceeds-forecasts.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049639/Copa-IPO-exceeds-forecasts.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BEST OF BRITISH</title><description>UK banks remain a force in the aviation finance market in the face of growing European competition. Three of the UK's most prominent bankers shared their views in a roundtable discussion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/uSl17mLMF50/BEST-OF-BRITISH.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049786/BEST-OF-BRITISH.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FROM DUBAI  TO DUBLIN</title><description>Aer Lingus has transformed itself significantly over the past few years and this is set to continue under new CEO Dermot Mannion. Andrew McGuinness reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/naRlNpWxRXQ/FROM-DUBAITO-DUBLIN.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049785/FROM-DUBAITO-DUBLIN.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IRELAND – A LESSOR'S DREAM</title><description>The American Jobs Creation Act of 2004 created about 450 amendments to the Internal Revenue Code, but one change in particular has potentially far-reaching consequences for US aircraft lessors. Garry Burke, chief executive officer of Pembroke Capital, reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Zn3IgaWW16c/IRELANDA-LESSORS-DREAM.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049787/IRELANDA-LESSORS-DREAM.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lloyds shocks London by closing aircraft team</title><description>LloydsTSB, one of the UK's five-largest lending banks, is closing its aircraft finance team and will no longer offer aviation finance to airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/053QiXGr3uU/Lloyds-shocks-London-by-closing-aircraft-team.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049744/Lloyds-shocks-London-by-closing-aircraft-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>More SOLs on the horizon for Iberia's three A340-600s</title><description>Iberia has three A340-600s due for delivery in 2006 and is hoping to finance them using Spanish operating leases (SOLs). Other Spanish banks are keen emulate the success of Caja Madrid and Royal Bank of Scotland, which arranged the first SOL for Iberia in September.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/x38gzHTchnA/More-SOLs-on-the-horizon-for-Iberias-three-A340-600s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049749/More-SOLs-on-the-horizon-for-Iberias-three-A340-600s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natexis Transport Finance closes its first transaction with JOL for 737-800</title><description>A Japanese operating lease (JOL) for one Air Europa 737-800 was one of the first transactions closed by Natexis Transport Finance (NTF), the new subsidiary bank of Natexis Banques Populaire, that focuses solely on air finance</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bQyvFeE2zPI/Natexis-Transport-Finance-closes-its-first-transaction-with-JOL-for-737-800.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049750/Natexis-Transport-Finance-closes-its-first-transaction-with-JOL-for-737-800.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Canada closes $400 m regional deal</title><description>Air Canada has financed 18 Embraer 190s, worth about $400 million, with a 15-year secured loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EVwMy_yjLiw/Air-Canada-closes-400-m-regional-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049751/Air-Canada-closes-400-m-regional-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BCI acquires aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fV_7iTVRqk0/BCI-acquires-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049752/BCI-acquires-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natexis to finance BritAir</title><description>Natexis Transport Finance has been mandated to provide financing for one CRJ700 for regional airline BritAir, a subsidiary of Air France.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/n0pYbGGK2jM/Natexis-to-finance-BritAir.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049754/Natexis-to-finance-BritAir.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>THY' mandate delayed</title><description>There are 11 banks bidding for THY Turkish Airlines' mandate to provide financing for 22 A330s, A321s, A320s and 737-800s. Even though the request for proposals was issued in March, THY's Boeing deliveries have been delayed because of the machinists' strike, and the airline is taking its time to make a final decision on the Airbus aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/O7NtR4WOTjA/THY-mandate-delayed.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049755/THY-mandate-delayed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sirocco airspace secures EBRD loan</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pY997BcUV70/Sirocco-airspace-secures-EBRD-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049756/Sirocco-airspace-secures-EBRD-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirNZ closes joint export credit deal and mandates JOL</title><description>Air New Zealand (AirNZ) has closed an export credit financing for two 777-200ERs and a spare Rolls-Royce Trent 895 engine. BNP Paribas was sole mandated lead arranger.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/l52di7POcgk/AirNZ-closes-joint-export-credit-deal-and-mandates-JOL.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049757/AirNZ-closes-joint-export-credit-deal-and-mandates-JOL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Calyon and SG lease structure wins CEA mandate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5ZFe1WskSnM/Calyon-and-SG-lease-structure-wins-CEA-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049758/Calyon-and-SG-lease-structure-wins-CEA-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BA reveals innovative aircraft facility</title><description>British Airways (BA) has announced an innovative standby facility that allows it to use a range of aircraft types to back the deal.

PK Airfinance and Spectrum Capital jointly arranged the $420 million facility that can be drawn at any time over the next five years. Spectrum also advised the airline, with PK Airfinance the sole lender.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DKlSp9AdcTA/BA-reveals-innovative-aircraft-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049759/BA-reveals-innovative-aircraft-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Transmile raises debt as ratings drop</title><description>Transmile Air, the Malaysian freight, air cargo and aircraft services company, has raised $115 million in five-year loans from mandated lead arranger HSBC. HSBC took $16 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/4ffZp2o17dU/Transmile-raises-debt-as-ratings-drop.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049760/Transmile-raises-debt-as-ratings-drop.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BA closes Yen deal</title><description>British Airways (BA) has closed a Yen facility to help it finance maturing Japanese leverage leases (JLLs).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/t0O1gPACM3g/BA-closes-Yen-deal.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049761/BA-closes-Yen-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG bonds get good reception in US and Europe</title><description>Aviation Capital Group's (AGC) portfolio securitization priced in mid-December had been premarketed and were well received, particularly in the US and Asia.
The total value of the issuance is $1.866 billion, the biggest lessor securitization since 1996. UBS Warburg is arranging the deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/x5ylAXo4zQU/ACG-bonds-get-good-reception-in-US-and-Europe.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049762/ACG-bonds-get-good-reception-in-US-and-Europe.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Four banks finance CSA</title><description>Four banks were involved in the financing of the recently concluded lease between China Southern Airlines (CSA) and Singapore Aircraft Leasing Enterprise (Sale).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/UDUAZ4eNwO4/Four-banks-finance-CSA.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049763/Four-banks-finance-CSA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JOL market update</title><description>By Robert E Melson, Jr &amp; Hisao Hirose of Latham &amp; Watkins.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cS3Tk4VTEog/JOL-market-update.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049764/JOL-market-update.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dubai Airshow roundup — LCAL takes Dubai by storm</title><description>There were a few large orders announced at the Dubai Airshow this year, and while Low-Cost Aircraft Leasing's (LCAL) order for six 787s was not the biggest, it arguably was the most interesting.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cb3cAniBlOk/Dubai-Airshow-roundupLCAL-takes-Dubai-by-storm.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049788/Dubai-Airshow-roundupLCAL-takes-Dubai-by-storm.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Natexis Transport Finance is born</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lEHnRIYRB2E/Natexis-Transport-Finance-is-born.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049790/Natexis-Transport-Finance-is-born.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Penerbangan Malaysia pulls bond</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/EZglk8ufgvI/Penerbangan-Malaysia-pulls-bond.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049809/Penerbangan-Malaysia-pulls-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeroportio di Roma refinances loan</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/y4ZpJQfcdtQ/Aeroportio-di-Roma-refinances-loan.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049810/Aeroportio-di-Roma-refinances-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Debt financing for Pegasus 737-700 to close</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QU1YypzwgIU/Debt-financing-for-Pegasus-737-700-to-close.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049811/Debt-financing-for-Pegasus-737-700-to-close.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China requests proposal for funding of six 737-700s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/hq2GunOCtv8/China-requests-proposal-for-funding-of-six-737-700s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049812/China-requests-proposal-for-funding-of-six-737-700s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Marathon not a sprint</title><description>German banks are stepping up their aircraft activity after a few quiet years. Alexandra Cain reports from Frankfurt, Hamburg and Hannover.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7KhU9Ulz8_s/Marathon-not-a-sprint.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049803/Marathon-not-a-sprint.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>And then there were 10</title><description>The 2005 Airfinance Journal export credit survey shows how few banks are winning mandates, although competition among them remains fierce.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ez3BVxG9zRo/And-then-there-were-10.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049794/And-then-there-were-10.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie in bid for Copenhagen Airport</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/dbhFj80HpCM/Macquarie-in-bid-for-Copenhagen-Airport.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049814/Macquarie-in-bid-for-Copenhagen-Airport.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ABN vehicle targets export credit</title><description>ABN Amro has created a new way of funding export credit. Neil Unmack examines the structure.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/B7-ifyZOzoY/ABN-vehicle-targets-export-credit.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049795/ABN-vehicle-targets-export-credit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Playing the EETC game</title><description>Lenard Parkins and Kenric Kattner, of Haynes and Boone, and lead counsel for Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, provide an essential guide to restructuring EETCs in bankruptcy.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Tn_XbOk8cVE/Playing-the-EETC-game.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049796/Playing-the-EETC-game.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>How West was won</title><description>Willis Lease Finance's first securitization took almost five years to structure, but now the model is in place the engine lessor is planning to issue every 18 months. Alasdair Whyte reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gk6pvp10pFM/How-West-was-won.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049863/How-West-was-won.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Mirror image</title><description>India and China are both emerging markets for aircraft finance – and the two are becoming increasingly similar. Dominic Jones reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wNMlxExEfDc/Mirror-image.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049874/Mirror-image.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HEADING FOR THE BIG TIME</title><description>With the acquisition of Boullioun, Aviation Capital Group has gone from being one of the smaller lessors to one of the largest. Alexandra Cain reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sm4ZYeQqVT8/HEADING-FOR-THE-BIG-TIME.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049877/HEADING-FOR-THE-BIG-TIME.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BANKS CHECK IN</title><description>Several aircraft finance banks are beginning to invest in airports, but there is much debate about how compatible the two assets are. By Alexandra Cain.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Y7azqCdgQm0/BANKS-CHECK-IN.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049879/BANKS-CHECK-IN.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The SOL is shining for Iberia</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/fVJRUsfKp28/The-SOL-is-shining-for-Iberia.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049846/The-SOL-is-shining-for-Iberia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JOLs closing despite tax law uncertainty</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/NjE5GijTnGo/JOLs-closing-despite-tax-law-uncertainty.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049847/JOLs-closing-despite-tax-law-uncertainty.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier closes securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/atErdnUiAFY/Bombardier-closes-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049848/Bombardier-closes-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Deccan completes sale/leaseback</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jjySAEavJRA/Air-Deccan-completes-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049849/Air-Deccan-completes-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dembinski joins DVB</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pYirJ8Gj6Vc/Dembinski-joins-DVB.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049886/Dembinski-joins-DVB.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ABC and Kaupthing finance Icelease 747</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/i14Z-KThJdA/ABC-and-Kaupthing-finance-Icelease-747.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049850/ABC-and-Kaupthing-finance-Icelease-747.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>American Airlines closes a $132 million securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LitMnOPBN2g/American-Airlines-closes-a-132-million-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049851/American-Airlines-closes-a-132-million-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Roesslhuber departs HSH for Styrian Airways</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MGhGuesWF-g/Roesslhuber-departs-HSH-for-Styrian-Airways.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049841/Roesslhuber-departs-HSH-for-Styrian-Airways.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air Lease &amp; Finance launches a $172.8 million financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/WU4fbPc6R4c/Korean-Air-Lease-and-Finance-launches-a-1728-million-financing.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049852/Korean-Air-Lease-and-Finance-launches-a-1728-million-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ING arranges Ex-Im financing for Ryanair's 737-800 aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/w-iFmrjYL2k/ING-arranges-Ex-Im-financing-for-Ryanairs-737-800-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049861/ING-arranges-Ex-Im-financing-for-Ryanairs-737-800-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates finances last of its A340-500s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MBZQYIAumWU/Emirates-finances-last-of-its-A340-500s.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049853/Emirates-finances-last-of-its-A340-500s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ING closes export credit financing for LAN</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/T3sy_0-yTfs/ING-closes-export-credit-financing-for-LAN.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049854/ING-closes-export-credit-financing-for-LAN.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco wins SIA Cargo deal and launches fund</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0YXSzeI3km8/Allco-wins-SIA-Cargo-deal-and-launches-fund.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049855/Allco-wins-SIA-Cargo-deal-and-launches-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cathay loan upsized as pricing hits record low</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/cHFOtDzQaIU/Cathay-loan-upsized-as-pricing-hits-record-low.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049856/Cathay-loan-upsized-as-pricing-hits-record-low.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China completes bond sale</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6Scq5iex_Fg/Air-China-completes-bond-sale.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049857/Air-China-completes-bond-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap (debis Airfinance) closes aircraft securitization worth $1.4 billion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rlLskBn-Fjo/AerCap-debis-Airfinance-closes-aircraft-securitization-worth-14-billion.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049858/AerCap-debis-Airfinance-closes-aircraft-securitization-worth-14-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas closes $325 million  financing for SR Technics to fund company expansion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/xImPSK9bKI4/Gecas-closes-325-millionfinancing-for-SR-Technics-to-fund-company-expansion.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049859/Gecas-closes-325-millionfinancing-for-SR-Technics-to-fund-company-expansion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Continental closes regional aircraft EETC</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QHPL6bvuTV4/Continental-closes-regional-aircraft-EETC.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049860/Continental-closes-regional-aircraft-EETC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Calyon scoops Vietnam Airlines mandate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/633iTjCMixI/Calyon-scoops-Vietnam-Airlines-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049920/Calyon-scoops-Vietnam-Airlines-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Penerbangan Malaysia  plans $1.2 bn bond issue</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GF2bV28H3fo/Penerbangan-Malaysiaplans-12-bn-bond-issue.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049921/Penerbangan-Malaysiaplans-12-bn-bond-issue.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DBS arranges onshore financing for China Eastern</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/d2Q1H0trh7k/DBS-arranges-onshore-financing-for-China-Eastern.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049923/DBS-arranges-onshore-financing-for-China-Eastern.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Citic prices Air China $370 million bond</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sG0hH_qa9qM/Citic-prices-Air-China-370-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049924/Citic-prices-Air-China-370-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB closes loan for CR Airways regional jets</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bWzzmQehGQg/DVB-closes-loan-for-CR-Airways-regional-jets.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049925/DVB-closes-loan-for-CR-Airways-regional-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Three export agencies join Air NZ 777 discussions</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7BX7VkP7aU8/Three-export-agencies-join-Air-NZ-777-discussions.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049926/Three-export-agencies-join-Air-NZ-777-discussions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KAL seeking new letter of credit</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rMseC1R_kJE/KAL-seeking-new-letter-of-credit.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049927/KAL-seeking-new-letter-of-credit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Saudi Arabian Airlines closes structured financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/FhMM5U70-bM/Saudi-Arabian-Airlines-closes-structured-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049928/Saudi-Arabian-Airlines-closes-structured-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux finances two 747s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MO-N3scGTN8/Cargolux-finances-two-747s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049929/Cargolux-finances-two-747s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air New Zealand finances Dash 8s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_u0ffxoUeuI/Air-New-Zealand-finances-Dash-8s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049937/Air-New-Zealand-finances-Dash-8s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB acquires aircraft through Deucalion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5Sfz4swhqrs/DVB-acquires-aircraft-through-Deucalion.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049930/DVB-acquires-aircraft-through-Deucalion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Oasis closes first unsecured loan worth $110 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sJNh9SdzNqQ/Oasis-closes-first-unsecured-loan-worth-110-million.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049931/Oasis-closes-first-unsecured-loan-worth-110-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Czech Airlines mandates Natexis and BNP</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/x82qtkFUk00/Czech-Airlines-mandates-Natexis-and-BNP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049932/Czech-Airlines-mandates-Natexis-and-BNP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM refinances real estate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aMfmx-RpGj4/KLM-refinances-real-estate.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049933/KLM-refinances-real-estate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United secures exit financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zL3u_oymhwU/United-secures-exit-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049934/United-secures-exit-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT opens new Dublin office</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MCLx39tJJoI/CIT-opens-new-Dublin-office.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049911/CIT-opens-new-Dublin-office.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>KLM awards $460 million export credit mandate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6iDy38o8JAw/KLM-awards-460-million-export-credit-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049935/KLM-awards-460-million-export-credit-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The battle for Air Asia</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/yPz7vNVHEmE/The-battle-for-Air-Asia.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049936/The-battle-for-Air-Asia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DISADVANTAGED HOMES</title><description>Home countries airlines, denied access to export credit for new aircraft, are now pushing for a regulatory review. Victoria Pennington reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/As6Dh45ziWA/DISADVANTAGED-HOMES.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050004/DISADVANTAGED-HOMES.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>OPERATING LEASING SURVEY 2005: OUR SURVEY SAID...</title><description>The battle for third place in the Airfinance Journal operating leasing league tables has intensified. Research and analysis by Victoria Pennington.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mGjTefvZrS0/OPERATING-LEASING-SURVEY-2005-OUR-SURVEY-SAID.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049977/OPERATING-LEASING-SURVEY-2005-OUR-SURVEY-SAID.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BRAZIL'S EAGLE</title><description>Brazil's first low-cost is not getting complacent. Alexandra Lennane reports from Sao Paulo.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/jj-QAxXiavI/BRAZILS-EAGLE.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049982/BRAZILS-EAGLE.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Van der Burg and Jacobs join DVB board</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nZaHM4HUt-w/Van-der-Burg-and-Jacobs-join-DVB-board.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050001/Van-der-Burg-and-Jacobs-join-DVB-board.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Calyon and National Bank get first A380 mandate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8U1_Bp9_4TY/Calyon-and-National-Bank-get-first-A380-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049991/Calyon-and-National-Bank-get-first-A380-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ABC finances Millennium</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mh--SvfBVPE/ABC-finances-Millennium.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049993/ABC-finances-Millennium.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ANA to sell cargo stake</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3nsaoPlcbOE/ANA-to-sell-cargo-stake.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049995/ANA-to-sell-cargo-stake.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First private Indian airport project financing closes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/CdFFBlCjOg8/First-private-Indian-airport-project-financing-closes.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049994/First-private-Indian-airport-project-financing-closes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Iberia plans Spanish lease</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/wiqULVGzJ6Q/Iberia-plans-Spanish-lease.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049997/Iberia-plans-Spanish-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CEA to issue $240 million bond</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/RBvE0jcrtwg/CEA-to-issue-240-million-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049998/CEA-to-issue-240-million-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Trouble in paradise</title><description>Hawaiian Airlines successfully exited Chapter 11 on June 2, less than two years after it filed for bankruptcy protection. But this was only with a little help from the FBI, reports Victoria Pennington.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/p1iUxbC-jeQ/Trouble-in-paradise.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050028/Trouble-in-paradise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The urban legends of aviation</title><description>In the first of two articles, Adam Pilarski of Avitas deconstructs the idea that there is too much capacity in the market and argues that consolidation is not the answer.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/KiBiL_rVfUI/The-urban-legends-of-aviation.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050029/The-urban-legends-of-aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Playing the waiting game</title><description>Airfinance Journal's 2004/05 Japanese operating lease survey showed a market still in confusion and waiting for the final effects of tax changes. Nevertheless, 2004 was still an excellent year, says Alexandra Cain.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pAH-5ifWE_c/Playing-the-waiting-game.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050030/Playing-the-waiting-game.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Beginner's luck</title><description>Asian start-ups are finding it difficult to find fleet financing. As more airlines are muscling in on the lucrative Asian markets, this is set to become much worse. Airfinance Journal reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YS2MpswrBgQ/Beginners-luck.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050031/Beginners-luck.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The busiest market in america</title><description>Latin American airlines are upbeat and looking for investment. Alexandra Lennane reports from Panama and Brazil.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/aBE6zsvgrQs/The-busiest-market-in-america.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050032/The-busiest-market-in-america.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Asian future flows</title><description>The two South Korean airline securitizations will not be the only Asian deals closed this year. Dominic Jones reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ppjH68O9aNs/Asian-future-flows.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050036/Asian-future-flows.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircraft financier sentenced to four years in prison</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Big0YbSBTJo/Aircraft-financier-sentenced-to-four-years-in-prison.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050025/Aircraft-financier-sentenced-to-four-years-in-prison.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fortress builds dream team for Air Castle</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MwEqrck6TTs/Fortress-builds-dream-team-for-Air-Castle.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050027/Fortress-builds-dream-team-for-Air-Castle.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco and Citigroup mandated for Asian deal</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/MNGq5pD2ogw/Allco-and-Citigroup-mandated-for-Asian-deal.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050040/Allco-and-Citigroup-mandated-for-Asian-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bombardier plans portfolio securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mvK9rgdOuGA/Bombardier-plans-portfolio-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050041/Bombardier-plans-portfolio-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jazeera Airways makes news with innovative deal</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C5Rn123T7PU/Jazeera-Airways-makes-news-with-innovative-deal.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050043/Jazeera-Airways-makes-news-with-innovative-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirNZ chooses commercial debt for Dash 8s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ViN2jOp-caw/AirNZ-chooses-commercial-debt-for-Dash-8s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050044/AirNZ-chooses-commercial-debt-for-Dash-8s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HSBC returns to China with deal for two A320 aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Iw4eclIJ_ps/HSBC-returns-to-China-with-deal-for-two-A320-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050045/HSBC-returns-to-China-with-deal-for-two-A320-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thai Airways completes $375million bond finance</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/9fnNgXQaKmQ/Thai-Airways-completes-375million-bond-finance.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050046/Thai-Airways-completes-375million-bond-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals of the Year 2004: Last year's stars</title><description>Although a shadow is still hanging over the US and fuel prices are steadily rising, the global aviation market rebounded strongly in 2004 – and the deals that closed reflect this.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vjneAtK2bKw/Deals-of-the-Year-2004-Last-years-stars.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050059/Deals-of-the-Year-2004-Last-years-stars.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Soaring Spirit</title><description>Rising fuel costs have forced Spirit Airlines to abandon its MD-80s for the more economical A320-family aircraft. CEO Jacob Schorr tells Michael Marray about the carrier's fleet-renewal programme and his hopes for the future.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/n4Hbwxy5nUc/Soaring-Spirit.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050061/Soaring-Spirit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Qatar Airways closes $140 million BFE financing for in-flight systems</title><description>Qatar Airways has closed an innovative $140 million loan to help it finance pre-delivery payments for inflight entertainment systems, seats and other interior equipment not included as part of its Airbus orders.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/5sHXvlDFu_U/Qatar-Airways-closes-140-million-BFE-financing-for-in-flight-systems.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050064/Qatar-Airways-closes-140-million-BFE-financing-for-in-flight-systems.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Deccan closes $50 million deal</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/HDbcW8Q7uMQ/Air-Deccan-closes-50-million-deal.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050065/Air-Deccan-closes-50-million-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirTran secures predelivery finance</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/itCB4dxLCpY/AirTran-secures-predelivery-finance.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050066/AirTran-secures-predelivery-finance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux considers repeat Luxembourg lease</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0aSr_tHRTnc/Cargolux-considers-repeat-Luxembourg-lease.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050067/Cargolux-considers-repeat-Luxembourg-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JOL market alive despite changes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Qmdicthg09w/JOL-market-alive-despite-changes.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050068/JOL-market-alive-despite-changes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China plans bond</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bhPNU8biFRM/Air-China-plans-bond.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050070/Air-China-plans-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export Development Canada supports Delta in purchase of Bombardier jets</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/sJzkKEeVrvU/Export-Development-Canada-supports-Delta-in-purchase-of-Bombardier-jets.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050071/Export-Development-Canada-supports-Delta-in-purchase-of-Bombardier-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hackforth-Jones leaves Citi after 30 years with no plans to leave industry</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0DuRMi6n6ro/Hackforth-Jones-leaves-Citi-after-30-years-with-no-plans-to-leave-industry.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050054/Hackforth-Jones-leaves-Citi-after-30-years-with-no-plans-to-leave-industry.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>...as Davies breaks from HSBC</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0ukO08PDZ0o/as-Davies-breaks-from-HSBC.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050055/as-Davies-breaks-from-HSBC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hainan plans offering in difficult market conditions</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OMHr1eAqPkM/Hainan-plans-offering-in-difficult-market-conditions.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050072/Hainan-plans-offering-in-difficult-market-conditions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lessors return to securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6sPYq0lRGUE/Lessors-return-to-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050073/Lessors-return-to-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ESCALATION: The great industry scam</title><description>Escalation formulas mean that many aircraft being delivered are costing far more than their market value. How long, asks Alasdair Whyte, can manufacturers can keep taking money from their most loyal customers?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/BtiDxgVHbz0/ESCALATION-The-great-industry-scam.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050084/ESCALATION-The-great-industry-scam.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation Capital scoops Boullioun</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/1T7HQ-6p3Lo/Aviation-Capital-scoops-Boullioun.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050100/Aviation-Capital-scoops-Boullioun.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JOLs set to continue despite law change</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/ize3TWVt3Bw/JOLs-set-to-continue-despite-law-change.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050093/JOLs-set-to-continue-despite-law-change.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ANA mandates JLL</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/94-WyEvtb2g/ANA-mandates-JLL.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050094/ANA-mandates-JLL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CEA mandates PDP financing to Calyon</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/QI2AEHSg2ns/CEA-mandates-PDP-financing-to-Calyon.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050095/CEA-mandates-PDP-financing-to-Calyon.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SIA looks for two JOLs</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/R8zEpfMBy4I/SIA-looks-for-two-JOLs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050096/SIA-looks-for-two-JOLs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing plans new structure for 787s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/337tPJi0vTg/Boeing-plans-new-structure-for-787s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050097/Boeing-plans-new-structure-for-787s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Banks and lessors fight for THY</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/nUOB0XhbEvI/Banks-and-lessors-fight-for-THY.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050103/Banks-and-lessors-fight-for-THY.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Calyon closes deal for ex-Sabena aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/3RaD-e1Xmec/Calyon-closes-deal-for-ex-Sabena-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050080/Calyon-closes-deal-for-ex-Sabena-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The cycle starts again</title><description>With new equity coming into the market, Aviation Capital Group and debis AirFinance are joining the fight for third place in the lessor rankings. But is it a race worth winning?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/OzCsKTGPCLo/The-cycle-starts-again.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050090/The-cycle-starts-again.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First cargo securitization for KAL</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Zccw7reRWes/First-cargo-securitization-for-KAL.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050099/First-cargo-securitization-for-KAL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cutting metal</title><description>The world air cargo market is growing and much of this growth will be reliant on converted aircraft. But as Alexandra Cain discovers, knowing which conversions to finance and when, can be a tricky process.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pgc-7zA8st0/Cutting-metal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050115/Cutting-metal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Charting the future</title><description>The advent of the European low-cost carrier has forced some charter airlines to re-evaluate their market position. But are low-fare models really the solution for troubled charter airlines? Victoria Pennington reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/GwY-ZDwtd7g/Charting-the-future.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050117/Charting-the-future.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese new year - Dublin style</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/vEH7bCieh5g/Chinese-new-year-Dublin-style.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050118/Chinese-new-year-Dublin-style.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Citigroup closes 737 JOLs for China Southern</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/M9PD1cZ8PlY/Citigroup-closes-737-JOLs-for-China-Southern.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050123/Citigroup-closes-737-JOLs-for-China-Southern.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates tries Ex-Im</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/rM_JIgc-dAA/Emirates-tries-Ex-Im.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050124/Emirates-tries-Ex-Im.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Icelandair stays local</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/E3SLMuElBp0/Icelandair-stays-local.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050125/Icelandair-stays-local.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Volito gets $150million credit facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/r9oaY3zGZ3g/Volito-gets-150million-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050126/Volito-gets-150million-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Calyon dominates Taiwan export market</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/U_U4EzZMGZA/Calyon-dominates-Taiwan-export-market.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050127/Calyon-dominates-Taiwan-export-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MAS gets second 777 JOL</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/Qet5uyDkZJc/MAS-gets-second-777-JOL.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050128/MAS-gets-second-777-JOL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>French suspend tax lease approvals</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/DblPP8lIcSM/French-suspend-tax-lease-approvals.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050129/French-suspend-tax-lease-approvals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Iberia widebody JOL closes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/O5iTdHKsXyM/Iberia-widebody-JOL-closes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050133/Iberia-widebody-JOL-closes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Southwest issues $300 million notes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/49EkfjdMyMc/Southwest-issues-300-million-notes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050108/Southwest-issues-300-million-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Iberbond flies</title><description>Iberia's third European bond issue closed just before Christmas. Alasdair Whyte goes into the details.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/TrhYxJyCusM/Iberbond-flies.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050136/Iberbond-flies.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Say goodbye to Japanese leasing</title><description>Proposed reforms may close the Japanese operating lease to airlines. Dominic Jones reports on a pessimistic group of arrangers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/qEBGf76oW4g/Say-goodbye-to-Japanese-leasing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050135/Say-goodbye-to-Japanese-leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Is this the end of the Japanese leasing?</title><description>Japanese aircraft leases, the most popular cross-border tax lease available to airlines, could soon be impossible.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/O4rlFC5A0RM/Is-this-the-end-of-the-Japanese-leasing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050151/Is-this-the-end-of-the-Japanese-leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>All change at Iberbond</title><description>Iberbond 2004 was always going to be one of the key deals of 2004. With many European airlines disappointed by the pricing that Air France's notes achieved, many were waiting to see what Iberia could achieve — especially as it changing the structure.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/S1430dS_F0Y/All-change-at-Iberbond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050159/All-change-at-Iberbond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boullioun: and then there were four....</title><description>WestLB's decision to sell Boullioun has led to a fierce bidding competition ? and opened up the market for other leasing companies, including debis Airfinance. Alasdair Whyte analyses the last four.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/YPaVBHzdSC0/Boullioun-and-then-there-were-four.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050148/Boullioun-and-then-there-were-four.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Walton leaves easyJet</title><description>Chris Walton, easyJet's finance director, has resigned. He says he is ready for a new challenge, having grown the airline from a small start-up to a major European carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/mGr43OI9_6A/Walton-leaves-easyJet.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050143/Walton-leaves-easyJet.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A different sort of investor</title><description>Steve Rimmer is well known as an aircraft and engine trader through Curtis &amp; Company, Curtis Power and XS Aviation. But as he explained to Airfinance Journal, he is now working under an even better known brand: Guggenheim.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/_FGiWT4J7q8/A-different-sort-of-investor.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050156/A-different-sort-of-investor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BNP wins CSA export credit mandate</title><description>BNP Paribas has won the mandate to provide export credit financing for four A330s and two A320s for China Southern Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/flExB9TWNcA/BNP-wins-CSA-export-credit-mandate.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050160/BNP-wins-CSA-export-credit-mandate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GOL scores in Brazil</title><description>Having started only three years ago, Brazil's first low-cost carrier has become one of the most profitable airlines in the world. Alexandra Cain uncovers Gol's secret.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/astirnAaubA/GOL-scores-in-Brazil.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050155/GOL-scores-in-Brazil.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Malaysia lessor closes JOL</title><description>Aircraft Management Services a new captive leasing company for Malaysia Airlines has closed a $105 million Japanese operating lease for a used 777-200ER.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/LG38820IUKc/Malaysia-lessor-closes-JOL.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050161/Malaysia-lessor-closes-JOL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BNP closes tax leases</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/pvkhruUd4yw/BNP-closes-tax-leases.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050163/BNP-closes-tax-leases.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Charity auction</title><description>The Committee of the second RBS Flight to Sight Aviation Ball is delighted to announce details of the spectacular Charity Auction which will be held during the Ball on Thursday 27th January, 2005 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Dublin (the closing day of the European Airfinance Conference).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/6dHDQ-6JjOg/Charity-auction.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050154/Charity-auction.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Currency outlook: the rise and fall of a great currency</title><description>Mike Halls reports on what the decline and fall of the world's mightiest currency will mean to aviation financiers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/7yBMeVNw5hI/Currency-outlook-the-rise-and-fall-of-a-great-currency.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050150/Currency-outlook-the-rise-and-fall-of-a-great-currency.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China: three is the magic number</title><description>It may have taken almost three years, but the consolidation of China's state-owned carriers is almost complete. Dominic Jones looks at how it affects their balance sheets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/0LNRH_THLQQ/China-three-is-the-magic-number.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050149/China-three-is-the-magic-number.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeroflot signs $150m loan</title><description>Calyon, ABN Amro, Société Générale and WestLB have been mandated to provide a three-year $150 million for Aeroflot. Some $100 million of the loan will be used to finance the first stage of the long-anticipated third terminal at Moscow's Sheremetyevo, Russia's largest airport.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/C2A7lrvsZvg/Aeroflot-signs-150m-loan.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050165/Aeroflot-signs-150m-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Debis AirFinance up for sale with Rothschild as advisor</title><description>Debis AirFinance is looking for a new owner, with the lessor already in talks with a number of private equity companies.
Rothschild is advising debis AirFinance's owners on the sale.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/gvtOjwpzyLM/Debis-AirFinance-up-for-sale-with-Rothschild-as-advisor.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050166/Debis-AirFinance-up-for-sale-with-Rothschild-as-advisor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB closes SIA deal</title><description>DVB's Deucalion fund has bought four 747-400s from Singapore Airlines. The senior debt was provided by DVB with Deucalion mezzanine and junior debt provider.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/zMX1qIkvBN0/DVB-closes-SIA-deal.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050167/DVB-closes-SIA-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Export Credit survey </title><description>Whether you love it or hate it, export credit has dominated the last 12 months, but this is just the beginning. By Victoria Pennington.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/XDiuKi729_Y/Export-Credit-survey.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050147/Export-Credit-survey.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Last word: The year ahead</title><description>Airfinance Journal has consulted palms, tarot cards, tea leaves, crystal balls, horoscopes, goat entrails and even some economist forecasts to give you an exclusive peak at what will happen in 2005. (Although we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this forecast, we do not accept legal responsibility for consequences that may arise from anyone relying on it.)</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/lAFdEKjOgmI/Last-word-The-year-ahead.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050158/Last-word-The-year-ahead.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People news</title><description>Chris Walton, easyJet's finance director, has resigned. He says he is ready for a new challenge, having grown the airline from a small start-up to a major European carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/8M_qpoPOCP4/People-news.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050144/People-news.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Borrower beware</title><description>Boutique arrangers are common within aircraft finance and many have an excellent record. But, as a number of airlines have discovered, it is worth getting to know the people you are working with before handing over any money.  Alasdair Whyte investigates one company with several angry customers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/j6c6LgHmsTY/Borrower-beware.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050524/Borrower-beware.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Successful deals guaranteed</title><description>With many banks closed for standard loans, export credit
is becoming even more important. But, the challenge 
for banks is to make money from these deals, writes 
Ben Harrington.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_bankscapitalmarkets/~3/bzBhopqQ72k/Successful-deals-guaranteed.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050528/Successful-deals-guaranteed.html</feedburner:origLink></item></channel></rss>
