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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>Lessors, funds and private equity</title><link>http://www.airfinancejournal.comhttp://feeds2.feedburner.com/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity</link><description /><copyright>&amp;copy;2012 Airfinance Journal</copyright><ttl>60</ttl><category>Lessors, funds and private equity</category><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity" /><feedburner:info uri="afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity" /><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/" /><item><title>Starbow leases two BAe 146s</title><description>This increases the West African regional carrierï¿½s fleet to four jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kvhhkgdp-n4/Starbow-leases-two-BAe-146s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2976936/Starbow-leases-two-BAe-146s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>APFL transfers A330-200 orders</title><description>Airbus has placed eight of Aircraft Purchase Fleet Limited’s 12 A330-200 orders with other leasing companies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qBdCbkYKu1Y/APFL-transfers-A330-200-orders.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974847/APFL-transfers-A330-200-orders.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon delivers five aircraft </title><description>The Irish lessor closed sale/leaseback deals with five carriers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PwziKJzVDgY/Avolon-delivers-five-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2975108/Avolon-delivers-five-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Global Aviation Holdings files for bankruptcy</title><description>The parent company of World Airlines and North American Airlines has rejected 16 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cN7c6Hhrey8/Global-Aviation-Holdings-files-for-bankruptcy.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2975381/Global-Aviation-Holdings-files-for-bankruptcy.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Malev planes grounded at Shannon airport </title><description>Fourteen Boeing 737s belonging to International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) are parked at the Irish airport.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/DknVZ2wlzNY/Malev-planes-grounded-at-Shannon-airport.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:39:22 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974440/Malev-planes-grounded-at-Shannon-airport.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kingfisher delays joining oneworld</title><description>Mallya says the airline needs to get through financial difficulties first.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Nmj0f7IPnhM/Kingfisher-delays-joining-oneworld.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:40 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974023/Kingfisher-delays-joining-oneworld.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Editorial: RBS Aviation Capital sale is welcome news</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TTshKAA-wqg/Editorial-RBS-Aviation-Capital-sale-is-welcome-news.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2974162/Editorial-RBS-Aviation-Capital-sale-is-welcome-news.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Estonian Air to expand fleet with Embraers</title><description>Estonia's national carrier says it needs 12 Embraer jets to support its growth plans.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eju8kt-eNp8/Estonian-Air-to-expand-fleet-with-Embraers.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2973265/Estonian-Air-to-expand-fleet-with-Embraers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gol leases 737 from Awas</title><description>The Boeing narrowbody is part of a sale/leaseback deal for five aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/j_O9sULGukQ/Gol-leases-737-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2973732/Gol-leases-737-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tam and Avolon sign LOI</title><description>The Brazilian airline will take delivery of four A320s through sale/leaseback agreements.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5kdEeYj4ejY/Tam-and-Avolon-sign-LOI.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2973668/Tam-and-Avolon-sign-LOI.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Atlas Air closes $865m Ex-Im loan</title><description>The 12-year term-loan will finance the lessor’s last Boeing 747-8 freighter deliveries.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/NtBFdcN6u04/Atlas-Air-closes-865m-Ex-Im-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2972931/Atlas-Air-closes-865m-Ex-Im-loan.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>European Aviation acquires CFM engine</title><description>The UK based aerospace group purchased one CFM56-3 engine.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/p7Cjra2kwFA/European-Aviation-acquires-CFM-engine.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2972119/European-Aviation-acquires-CFM-engine.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>KV Aviation buys two 737-400s</title><description>The Boeing aircraft are leased to Jetstar Pacific until 2014.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0xJ-Dm4I92k/KV-Aviation-buys-two-737-400s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2970742/KV-Aviation-buys-two-737-400s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Air Maroc leases three 737s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered three new Boeing narrowbodies to the Moroccan flag carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4arXc873RZY/Royal-Air-Maroc-leases-three-737s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2969891/Royal-Air-Maroc-leases-three-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin America leases one A320</title><description>Awas delivered the first of two Airbus narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/HRt2dl3KYxY/Virgin-America-leases-one-A320.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2970130/Virgin-America-leases-one-A320.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Japanese lessor opens Dublin office</title><description>MUL Aviation Capital has opened its first foreign branch.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1308I4LuJtU/Japanese-lessor-opens-Dublin-office.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968814/Japanese-lessor-opens-Dublin-office.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Peart to leave Aircastle</title><description>Robert Peart has resigned from his role as Aircastle’s chief investment officer.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fIBbtwSSOMU/Peart-to-leave-Aircastle.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968930/Peart-to-leave-Aircastle.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aerolineas Argentinas leases two 737s</title><description>Macquarie AirFinance delivered the two Boeing narrowbodies in December and January.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7Xy99ScD44w/Aerolineas-Argentinas-leases-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2968249/Aerolineas-Argentinas-leases-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jet Airways signs Boeing s/ls</title><description>MCAP will finance five 737-800s for the Indian airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/2DJWLg3veTY/Jet-Airways-signs-Boeing-sls.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2967794/Jet-Airways-signs-Boeing-sls.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>InterSky sells DHC-8 Q300</title><description>Airstream International arranged the sale of the aircraft on behalf of the Austrian regional carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qRDdQxuu5hc/InterSky-sells-DHC-8-Q300.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2967381/InterSky-sells-DHC-8-Q300.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Leech joins GMT Global Republic Aviation</title><description>John Leech has joined the aviation company’s board of directors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-GfzfiFVS3k/Leech-joins-GMT-Global-Republic-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2967563/Leech-joins-GMT-Global-Republic-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC opens Asia offices</title><description>US lessor International Lease Finance Corporation establishes its Asia presence with two offices in the region.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QSlhXiDCmCU/ILFC-opens-Asia-offices.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2966682/ILFC-opens-Asia-offices.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MAS leases A330</title><description>Malaysian Airlines has leased the Airbus widebody from Novus Aviation and First Energy Bank.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AhgKI22bRE8/MAS-leases-A330.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2966596/MAS-leases-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Taca gets two new A320s</title><description>The aircraft were financed through a sale/leaseback transaction with GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Duh4YVJQjwg/Taca-gets-two-new-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2966420/Taca-gets-two-new-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Transaero buys 737-800</title><description>Avinco arranged the sale of the aircraft for a fund managed by Fuyo General Lease.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/iFRRzAZEvWY/Transaero-buys-737-800.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2966246/Transaero-buys-737-800.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aldus delivers three new Ejets</title><description>The three Embraer jets were financed with a $375 million credit facility from Brazil’s development bank. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yl2inbiIgE4/Aldus-delivers-three-new-Ejets.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2965769/Aldus-delivers-three-new-Ejets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC closes almost 300 leases in 2011</title><description>The transactions include sale/leasebacks for 20 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/iSr-fOc7IX4/ILFC-closes-almost-300-leases-in-2011.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2965814/ILFC-closes-almost-300-leases-in-2011.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>CALC sets up Shanghai office</title><description>China Eastern Airlines executive Bian Dong will head up the new office.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hD-kOSKYONw/CALC-sets-up-Shanghai-office.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2963270/CALC-sets-up-Shanghai-office.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Falko sells Avro RJ1000</title><description>Qinetiq, a UK defence technology and security company, purchased the 12-year old jet.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/YP2_HNoPF9c/Falko-sells-Avro-RJ1000.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2962886/Falko-sells-Avro-RJ1000.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Singapore lessor increases stake in CLA</title><description>Avation PLC, the Singapore-based aircraft leasing company, will acquire more than 10 million ordinary shares in Capital Lease Aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gA2kyTsSYZk/Singapore-lessor-increases-stake-in-CLA.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2962870/Singapore-lessor-increases-stake-in-CLA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Yazhari joins ILFCï¿½s general counsel</title><description>Hooman Yazhari will head International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) global legal team. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aW7kCCMz2xk/Yazhari-joins-ILFCs-general-counsel.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2962938/Yazhari-joins-ILFCs-general-counsel.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>AerCap reports 2011 figures </title><description>The Dutch lessor delivered 30 aircraft and purchased 13 new aircraft last year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OnSW7u0_ZKU/AerCap-reports-2011-figures.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2961700/AerCap-reports-2011-figures.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chengdu leases A320</title><description>China Aircraft Leasing Company (CALC) delivered the 2006-vintage aircraft to the Chinese carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hfej5JWDXqA/Chengdu-leases-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2960195/Chengdu-leases-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Duty joins CIT Aerospace</title><description>Jovial Duty joins the lessor as assistant vice president in Singapore.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/X-IVxbbWVsU/Duty-joins-CIT-Aerospace.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2960756/Duty-joins-CIT-Aerospace.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lin joins Guggenheim</title><description>Former DVB Bank vice president joins Guggenheim Aviation Partners as director of marketing, Asia</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LuF0qq5WXIQ/Lin-joins-Guggenheim.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2960765/Lin-joins-Guggenheim.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Gao joins CALC</title><description>Air China Cargo executive joins China Aircraft Leasing Company as director of marketing.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OHX4aDAzhDc/Gao-joins-CALC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2959614/Gao-joins-CALC.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>US Airways closes sale/leasebacks</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) delivered two Airbus narrowbodies to the US carrier in December. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/W-uTjgKaoyI/US-Airways-closes-saleleasebacks.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2959181/US-Airways-closes-saleleasebacks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lufthansa finances two A321s</title><description>BTMU provided debt for two Japanese operating leases (JOLs) which closed last month.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5SA0HV1hd5o/Lufthansa-finances-two-A321s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2958070/Lufthansa-finances-two-A321s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>South African Airways to lease two A320s</title><description>BOC Aviation will deliver the aircraft in the first quarter of this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QjKAbAp_V-s/South-African-Airways-to-lease-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2958087/South-African-Airways-to-lease-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Volaris leases fourth A320 from JSA</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) will deliver three more A320s to the Mexican carrier this year. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8X8_2JpywRE/Volaris-leases-fourth-A320-from-JSA.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2958636/Volaris-leases-fourth-A320-from-JSA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aerolineas Argentinas leases A340s</title><description>Asset management firm, ICON Capital, places three A340s with the Argentine carrier.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/majGilccuB4/Aerolineas-Argentinas-leases-A340s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2957662/Aerolineas-Argentinas-leases-A340s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New chairman for BOC Aviation</title><description>Chen Siqing will replace the outgoing chairman Zhang Yanling.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/wFcRbaOhm3Q/New-chairman-for-BOC-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:24:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2956915/New-chairman-for-BOC-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air China mandates A330 s/ls</title><description>Three lessors will finance ten A330s for the Chinese flagcarrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vXRxSzeofjg/Air-China-mandates-A330-sls.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2956685/Air-China-mandates-A330-sls.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC refinances A330</title><description>The Airbus A330-200 is on lease to Vietnam Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Lvfg9oWKEOU/ALC-refinances-A330.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2956427/ALC-refinances-A330.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Gecas orders two ATR 72-600s</title><description>The US lessor will begin taking delivery of turboprops in late 2012.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/K9tfmpXZgBU/Gecas-orders-two-ATR-72-600s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2955640/Gecas-orders-two-ATR-72-600s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Eva Airways closes freighter s/ls</title><description>Aircastle closed sale/leasebacks on two MD-11 freighters with the Taiwanese carrier.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZHTAj1juNtE/Eva-Airways-closes-freighter-sls.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2951491/Eva-Airways-closes-freighter-sls.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avation PLC promotes Mahoney to director</title><description>Roderick Mahoney was previously a fleet planning consultant to the Singapore-based lessor. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jlOjp1AsoFs/Avation-PLC-promotes-Mahoney-to-director.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2951088/Avation-PLC-promotes-Mahoney-to-director.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Royal Air Maroc to remarket four A321s</title><description>The airline has mandated Falko to sell or lease the aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/m3qzBs0kPAc/Royal-Air-Maroc-to-remarket-four-A321s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:04:49 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2950460/Royal-Air-Maroc-to-remarket-four-A321s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>NAC acquires A320</title><description>The regional aircraft lessor acquired a 1994-vintage Airbus narrowbody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vjecHyAzwlI/NAC-acquires-A320.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2950612/NAC-acquires-A320.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Emirates mandates ILFC for s/ls</title><description>The carrier will take delivery of five Boeing widebodies beginning in 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/GrEvUlW7PXc/Emirates-mandates-ILFC-for-sls.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2949878/Emirates-mandates-ILFC-for-sls.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Atlas Air closes $240m debt facility</title><description>The loan finances two Boeing freighters.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1LGG-U6P8xU/Atlas-Air-closes-240m-debt-facility.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2949304/Atlas-Air-closes-240m-debt-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>WestJet leases 737-800</title><description>BOC Aviation has delivered the Boeing aircraft to the Canadian low-cost  carrier.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PwiwXOJTfY4/WestJet-leases-737-800.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2949003/WestJet-leases-737-800.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Fly Leasing acquires two 737s</title><description>The lessor has also sold two Boeing aircraft from its portfolio.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_4cNDryvGzE/Fly-Leasing-acquires-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948746/Fly-Leasing-acquires-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Skywest to lease ATRs</title><description>Avation Plc, a Singapore-based lessor, will lease the turboprops to Skywest Airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/KkPTRVoIgvg/Skywest-to-lease-ATRs.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948672/Skywest-to-lease-ATRs.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Air Australia to lease two A330s</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) will deliver two 2000-vintage Airbus aircraft to the Australian carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/rAAKSWR1LPc/Air-Australia-to-lease-two-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2948028/Air-Australia-to-lease-two-A330s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>CALC orders C919s</title><description>Chinese manufacturer Comac has secured another lessor commitment for its 156 to168-seater jet.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/2FZZOe3ywvs/CALC-orders-C919s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2947103/CALC-orders-C919s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Financiers on standby to repossess Kingfisher's ATRs</title><description>Six to 10 of Kingfisher's ATR 72s are reportedly in pieces.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/t7cjohp7uFc/Financiers-on-standby-to-repossess-Kingfishers-ATRs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2947112/Financiers-on-standby-to-repossess-Kingfishers-ATRs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CT Aerospace buys 737</title><description>Aircraft Leasing &amp; Management (ALM) has arranged the sale of one Boeing 737-700 to CT Aerospace.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nmLX592Ypqg/CT-Aerospace-buys-737.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:55:54 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2946481/CT-Aerospace-buys-737.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ALC firms $1.2bn Boeing order</title><description>The lessor firmed an order for four widebodies and exercised options for four narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1pRuVRVlvB4/ALC-firms-12bn-Boeing-order.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2946762/ALC-firms-12bn-Boeing-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin America gets A320</title><description>The narrowbody is the third of four aircraft leased from Jackson Square Aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/HgoZzxI-97w/Virgin-America-gets-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2946622/Virgin-America-gets-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Korean Air seeks sale/leasebacks</title><description>The airline is in the market to refinance six aircraft.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7xy6ltcVzxE/Korean-Air-seeks-saleleasebacks.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944974/Korean-Air-seeks-saleleasebacks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lion Air closes sale/leaseback</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) financed the second Boeing 737-900ER for the Indonesian carrier.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nXFZG5eYgyg/Lion-Air-closes-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2945387/Lion-Air-closes-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Astana leases 757</title><description>Macquarie Airfinance delivered the narrowbody to the Kazakhstan operator.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/NSh__IbPKiU/Air-Astana-leases-757.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944820/Air-Astana-leases-757.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Azul closes s/l financing</title><description>BOC Aviation will finance four E195s for the Brazilian carrier.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/9LNChq76XKU/Azul-closes-sl-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944365/Azul-closes-sl-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bohai Leasing to take stake in HKAC </title><description>The intra-HNA Group transaction will give HKAC access to equity investment from mainland China. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8qJk0wIEwp8/Bohai-Leasing-to-take-stake-in-HKAC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944320/Bohai-Leasing-to-take-stake-in-HKAC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cobham extends leases</title><description>The Australian airline has extended leases for two jets with Falko. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lHjLWdgi_Co/Cobham-extends-leases.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2944790/Cobham-extends-leases.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air India issues RFPs</title><description>The Indian flag carrier has sent out requests for proposals for sale/leasebacks for 27 Boeing 787s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4583Q2kxrw4/Air-India-issues-RFPs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2943855/Air-India-issues-RFPs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>PAL leases new A320</title><description>The new narrowbody will be operated by Philippine Airline’s partner, Airphil Express.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4SCUTrKyl-o/PAL-leases-new-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2943436/PAL-leases-new-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap releases Q3 results</title><description>The listed lessorï¿½s net income decreased by about $65 million year-on-year.   </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7VBDdkeCsZc/AerCap-releases-Q3-results.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2942030/AerCap-releases-Q3-results.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Airlines to lease two A330s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) will deliver the widebodies beginning in 2013. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/2enap1MRIoQ/China-Airlines-to-lease-two-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941707/China-Airlines-to-lease-two-A330s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ACG orders 35 737 Max aircraft</title><description>Aviation Capital Group is the first lessor to place an order for Boeing’s re-engined narrowbody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Xonwm7bkC8M/ACG-orders-35-737-Max-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941239/ACG-orders-35-737-Max-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC signs 8 lease agreements</title><description>The deals include the acquisition of two narrowbodies with leases attached.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QYBhNxpKkrc/ALC-signs-8-lease-agreements.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2941245/ALC-signs-8-lease-agreements.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Safi Airways leases A320 </title><description>ILFC delivered the aircraft to Afghan carrier Safi Airways last month.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aOepkoCOXc8/Safi-Airways-leases-A320.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2940997/Safi-Airways-leases-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avialeasing and UTair in court dispute</title><description>Russian leassor Avialeasing says it filed for bankruptcy after its only customer, UTair, stopped paying lease rentals. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/mDL86LVWenM/Avialeasing-and-UTair-in-court-dispute.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2940440/Avialeasing-and-UTair-in-court-dispute.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BoComm Leasing to quadruple fleet size with Comac order</title><description>The Chinese leasing company, owned by China's Bank of Communications, has ordered 30 Comac C919s</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OltjYieS3sY/BoComm-Leasing-to-quadruple-fleet-size-with-Comac-order.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2939872/BoComm-Leasing-to-quadruple-fleet-size-with-Comac-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kingfisher returns two aircraft to AerCap</title><description>The two parties have decided not to extend leases which are due for renewal in the next three months.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AyqLetliBT4/Kingfisher-returns-two-aircraft-to-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2940063/Kingfisher-returns-two-aircraft-to-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sichuan Airlines leases A320 from Dragon </title><description>The Chinese carrier has taken delivery of one new A320 from Chinese lessor Dragon Aviation Leasing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/uPu3lp5_kpQ/Sichuan-Airlines-leases-A320-from-Dragon.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2939360/Sichuan-Airlines-leases-A320-from-Dragon.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Doric mandated to remarket two A319s</title><description>Doric Asset Finance is negotiating with several airlines as it looks to remarket two narrowbody aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WZ39ue-lDeo/Doric-mandated-to-remarket-two-A319s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:43:08 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938604/Doric-mandated-to-remarket-two-A319s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>BOC Aviation orders 15 Embraer jets</title><description>The Bank of China-owned leasing company is the latest lessor to buy Embraer’s large regional aircraft.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Hcoeo-5juOE/BOC-Aviation-orders-15-Embraer-jets.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938928/BOC-Aviation-orders-15-Embraer-jets.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>AMS arranges lease of two CRJ-100ERs</title><description>A second Bombardier CRJ-100ER leased by a SPV has been delivered to Rusline. AMS arranged both deals.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jOk8nes_fIE/AMS-arranges-lease-of-two-CRJ-100ERs.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2938216/AMS-arranges-lease-of-two-CRJ-100ERs.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>RBS Aviation Capital final bids due in December</title><description>Royal Bank of Scotland hopes to choose a buyer for leasing subsidiary, RBS Aviation Capital, before the end of the year. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/NTc1Xa7Hsig/RBS-Aviation-Capital-final-bids-due-in-December.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2937263/RBS-Aviation-Capital-final-bids-due-in-December.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Peach receives new A320</title><description>The new Japanese low cost carrier takes delivery of its first ever aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/tM6g9fltEsY/Peach-receives-new-A320.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2935803/Peach-receives-new-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG orders 30 neos</title><description>The deal increases the US lessor’s Airbus narrowbody order book to 98 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qnZ0_G8Xa8c/ACG-orders-30-neos.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:48:57 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2934778/ACG-orders-30-neos.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Avolon closes first ECA deal</title><description>The transaction finances two Airbus A320s on lease to Avianca.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0mj_7H6DOBU/Avolon-closes-first-ECA-deal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2935403/Avolon-closes-first-ECA-deal.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>RBS AC sells regional jet to Dutch lessor</title><description>GA Finance acquired the Bombardier CRJ200 for an undisclosed fee.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Vl6O1Vo28Xc/RBS-AC-sells-regional-jet-to-Dutch-lessor.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2934745/RBS-AC-sells-regional-jet-to-Dutch-lessor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alafco sells six 787s to Oman Air</title><description>Oman Air becomes a Boeing Dreamliner customer at the Dubai Air Show after buying six slots from Alafco leasing company.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qnKjcHm-Dz4/Alafco-sells-six-787s-to-Oman-Air.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2934105/Alafco-sells-six-787s-to-Oman-Air.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air New Zealand mandates JOL</title><description>The Japanese Operating Lease (JOL) will finance one Boeing 777-300ER.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/RaBjv4p1Ujg/Air-New-Zealand-mandates-JOL.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2933698/Air-New-Zealand-mandates-JOL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas acquires two A319s</title><description>The narrowbodies are on lease to Shenzhen Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/J388QxVJsoM/Awas-acquires-two-A319s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2933861/Awas-acquires-two-A319s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>China Southern gets two A320s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered the new narrowbodies to the Chinese carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jQOKTwrNbj8/China-Southern-gets-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2933078/China-Southern-gets-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gol gets two 737s</title><description>Awas has delivered two new 737-800s to the Brazilian carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BpbxRB3HM18/Gol-gets-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2933076/Gol-gets-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> AA signs s/l deal with ILFC </title><description>The sale/leaseback agreement will include 15 Boeing 737-800NGs. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/tE5dxSQyTXM/AA-signs-sl-deal-with-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2932220/AA-signs-sl-deal-with-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas acquires A320</title><description>The aircraft is on long-term lease to easyJet.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fbXvrpfsk6c/Awas-acquires-A320.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2932305/Awas-acquires-A320.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>CIT Aerospace to purchase regional jets</title><description>The US lessor has signed a firm order for 10 Embraer jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kdt2fEl5sZs/CIT-Aerospace-to-purchase-regional-jets.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2930750/CIT-Aerospace-to-purchase-regional-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring leases two A320s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered the new Airbus narrowbodies to the Chinese airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TPqOnMdPP8w/Spring-leases-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2930916/Spring-leases-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cebu gets two new A320s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) has delivered two new Airbus narrowbodies to the Philippine carrier. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qp7ZgLhKtQY/Cebu-gets-two-new-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2930224/Cebu-gets-two-new-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fly Leasing releases Q3 results</title><description>The listed lessor’s net income decreased by $8.8 million year-on-year.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lN9H2zDvN2c/Fly-Leasing-releases-Q3-results.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2930047/Fly-Leasing-releases-Q3-results.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC's $1.5 billion writedown</title><description>Despite healthy rental revenues, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) takes a $1.5 billion impairment charge as it revalues parts of its fleet. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/K0nsV9431jE/ILFCs-15-billion-writedown.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2929920/ILFCs-15-billion-writedown.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE cancels five 747-8Fs</title><description>The orders for five Boeing 747-8Fs will be converted into 777 freighters.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Kv7069ApiW4/DAE-cancels-five-747-8Fs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2929550/DAE-cancels-five-747-8Fs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin America gets two A320s</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) delivered two of four Airbus narrowbodies to the airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/V7FaN6xMTOI/Virgin-America-gets-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2929496/Virgin-America-gets-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Age concern</title><description>Restrictions on importing older aircraft could become a troubling issue for lessors and financiers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Ofu--9WZifM/Feature-Age-concern.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2928593/Feature-Age-concern.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HKAC appoints new Asia Pacific head</title><description>Peter Huijbers will join as regional commercial head in the New Year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-lQ_nnVdOXE/HKAC-appoints-new-Asia-Pacific-head.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927385/HKAC-appoints-new-Asia-Pacific-head.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nordwind to lease aircraft from MCAP</title><description>Japanese lessor, MC Aviation Partners (MCAP) will shortly deliver two A320s to Russian carrier, Nordwind.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/k7JaNZEbA-0/Nordwind-to-lease-aircraft-from-MCAP.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927307/Nordwind-to-lease-aircraft-from-MCAP.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Southern Air to lease two new 777Fs</title><description>The Boeing freighters are on long-term lease from a special purpose vehicle owned by Oakhill Capital Partners.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TKmFl2fHL_8/Southern-Air-to-lease-two-new-777Fs.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927810/Southern-Air-to-lease-two-new-777Fs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: On to the balance sheet</title><description>How the draft leasing accounting proposals of the IASB and FASB may affect aviationâ€™s lessors and lessees.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8TVIPoNkVHU/Feature-On-to-the-balance-sheet.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927070/Feature-On-to-the-balance-sheet.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: On to the balance sheet</title><description>How the draft leasing accounting proposals of the IASB and FASB may affect aviation's lessors and lessees.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nJh7mGUyRW0/Feature-On-to-the-balance-sheet.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927071/Feature-On-to-the-balance-sheet.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>OrenAir gets one 777</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) has leased one Boeing widebody to the Russian carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/neI4q5Ts3po/OrenAir-gets-one-777.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2927129/OrenAir-gets-one-777.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TransAsia signs lease with Boc Aviation</title><description>The Taiwanese carrier will take delivery of one new A320 from Boc Aviation next year.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/GtOeYCiELP0/TransAsia-signs-lease-with-Boc-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2926927/TransAsia-signs-lease-with-Boc-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Peach Aviation signs first deal with Gecas</title><description>The Japanese low-cost carrier will lease 10 new Airbus narrowbodies from GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/FYJnumoJNIA/Peach-Aviation-signs-first-deal-with-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2926432/Peach-Aviation-signs-first-deal-with-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon gets $300m from Singapore investor</title><description>The Irish leasing company has secured an equity investment from Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QMyNc7SkujM/Avolon-gets-300m-from-Singapore-investor.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2925618/Avolon-gets-300m-from-Singapore-investor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Air Maroc leases two 737s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered two Boeing narrowbodies to the Moroccan carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/iVNAbObijmU/Royal-Air-Maroc-leases-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2925419/Royal-Air-Maroc-leases-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Solaseed leases 737</title><description>Awas has delivered a second Boeing 737-800 to Solaseed Air.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fKkFUef67lY/Solaseed-leases-737.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 10:40:15 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2924299/Solaseed-leases-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeroflot to lease five A319s</title><description>The Russian flag carrier has received proposals from three lessors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/E8ubMXnbryk/Aeroflot-to-lease-five-A319s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2924384/Aeroflot-to-lease-five-A319s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Rofe rejoins AerCap</title><description>AerCap has rehired Paul Rofe as the lessor’s group treasurer.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cA_nfQ0r0Ak/Rofe-rejoins-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2924022/Rofe-rejoins-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Falko reshuffles management</title><description>Re-launched lessor Falko is reshuffling senior management, as owner Fortress reviews the business which it acquired from BAE Systems earlier this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cg8mmVzKQFc/Falko-reshuffles-management.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2922883/Falko-reshuffles-management.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TransAsia leases A320 from Awas </title><description>The Taiwanese carrier is a new customer for Awas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/x31XtlrA6A8/TransAsia-leases-A320-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2923310/TransAsia-leases-A320-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ICBC Leasing orders C919s</title><description>Mark Jiang, managing director, ICBC Leasing, speaks to Airfinance Journal about the leasing company’s first order for Chinese aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1TSh0qwSaEE/ICBC-Leasing-orders-C919s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:26:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2921010/ICBC-Leasing-orders-C919s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alitalia leases second A330 from Intrepid</title><description>The 2010-vintage widebody is on long-term operating lease.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XIbvvhbVu5A/Alitalia-leases-second-A330-from-Intrepid.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2921769/Alitalia-leases-second-A330-from-Intrepid.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jet Airways gets 737</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered the new Boeing narrowbody to the Indian carrier. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gxnL_CE60_k/Jet-Airways-gets-737.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2921790/Jet-Airways-gets-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Jordanian gets one A320</title><description>The aircraft is the third of seven narrowbodies the carrier will lease from Awas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qisgSSJO5GA/Royal-Jordanian-gets-one-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2921858/Royal-Jordanian-gets-one-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Southern Air leases two 747-400SFs</title><description>The cargo operator will take delivery of both aircraft on long-term lease from Aircastle</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/CatwFBAv-pY/Southern-Air-leases-two-747-400SFs.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 13:52:59 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2920334/Southern-Air-leases-two-747-400SFs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Garuda takes delivery of 737</title><description>Awas delivered one new Boeing narrowbody to the Indonesian carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qFu_HOmgBYE/Garuda-takes-delivery-of-737.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2920387/Garuda-takes-delivery-of-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New deals for ALC</title><description>The lessor has closed 12 leases through aircraft placements and new acquisitions.
 
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sZUrJbDQISs/New-deals-for-ALC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2919267/New-deals-for-ALC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap signs five new leases in Q3</title><description>The lessor has sold six aircraft in the third quarter, and raised $200 million in new debt facilities.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/EEiQdsjecqY/AerCap-signs-five-new-leases-in-Q3.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:00:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2918479/AerCap-signs-five-new-leases-in-Q3.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FLY closes acquisition of 49 aircraft</title><description>The Dublin based lessor has grown it's fleet by 80% with the $1.4 billion purchase.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/YbvU-6sqnos/FLY-closes-acquisition-of-49-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2918628/FLY-closes-acquisition-of-49-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Trip to take delivery of E190</title><description>Aldus Aviation will deliver one Embraer jet to the Brazilian low-cost carrier in November. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/INSb-A3R-sU/Trip-to-take-delivery-of-E190.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2918951/Trip-to-take-delivery-of-E190.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon closes PDP financing</title><description>Citi is financing the pre-delivery payments for six Boeing narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nDYY4URnfTA/Avolon-closes-PDP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2918144/Avolon-closes-PDP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIAF Leasing closes first transaction</title><description>The Egyptian joint venture has leased one 737-800 to a UK travel company.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BQeprJGnO2I/CIAF-Leasing-closes-first-transaction.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2917984/CIAF-Leasing-closes-first-transaction.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Novus to focus on widebody acquisitions</title><description>The Geneva-based leasing company will focus on sale/leasebacks for widebody aircraft during the next year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4GrB7LIIF7I/Novus-to-focus-on-widebody-acquisitions.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2918086/Novus-to-focus-on-widebody-acquisitions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>VivaAerobus leases fourth 737 Classic from Awas</title><description>Awas has already delivered three 737-300s to the Mexican low-cost carrier over the last year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/u7cTonfZ9DA/VivaAerobus-leases-fourth-737-Classic-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2917847/VivaAerobus-leases-fourth-737-Classic-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boliviana leases 737</title><description>Awas delivered a second Boeing 737-300 to the Bolivian carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cFQFKVGam3c/Boliviana-leases-737.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2916680/Boliviana-leases-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation closes financing for four aircraft</title><description>The Singapore-based lessor, which is owned by Bank of China, closed a commercial debt financing for four Airbus and Boeing aircraft with a Malaysian bank.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/EPbgGWBZ3C4/BOC-Aviation-closes-financing-for-four-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2914710/BOC-Aviation-closes-financing-for-four-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Garuda to lease A320s</title><description>The Indonesian flag carrier has signed letters of intent for an operating lease agreement with Gecas for six A320s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/v34M-E6fqI8/Garuda-to-lease-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2914809/Garuda-to-lease-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas looking to acquire portfolios</title><description>The leasing company is working on additional portfolio trades, after announcing the acquisition of three aircraft this week.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qB6eM0X0fA0/Awas-looking-to-acquire-portfolios.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2914389/Awas-looking-to-acquire-portfolios.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Crane Aircraft purchases 767</title><description>The new aviation investment firm has closed its second transaction since launching in May.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sPG8K__CeRU/Crane-Aircraft-purchases-767.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2914439/Crane-Aircraft-purchases-767.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas orders six E190s</title><description>The order also includes options for an additional six Embraer jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TMKCCB2LxMU/Gecas-orders-six-E190s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2913659/Gecas-orders-six-E190s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Jordanian gets A320</title><description>Awas delivered the second of seven aircraft to be leased from Awas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/W4niVxYmReE/Royal-Jordanian-gets-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2913615/Royal-Jordanian-gets-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas acquires aircraft portfolio</title><description>The Irish lessor has acquired one Airbus widebody and two Boeing narrowbodies from an undisclosed lessor.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hNpe3lFBPsQ/Awas-acquires-aircraft-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:54:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2912692/Awas-acquires-aircraft-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> VGS refinances two A320s</title><description>Volito Aviation's subsidiary, VGS Aircraft holding, closed a refinancing for the first of two A320s earlier this week.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/N4ETDd_6foI/VGS-refinances-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:50:58 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2912529/VGS-refinances-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HKAC announces appointments</title><description>Hong Kong Aviation Capital (HKAC) has hired new executives to be based in Hong Kong and Sydney.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lEH6Nb5DA5I/HKAC-announces-appointments.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:13:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2912025/HKAC-announces-appointments.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap closes PDP facility</title><description>The pre-delivery payments (PDPs) will cover four Airbus narrowbodies to deliver in 2013.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sLAhsE52sOs/AerCap-closes-PDP-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2911963/AerCap-closes-PDP-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Researching equity in leasing sector</title><description>Is a market capitalization of $4.9 billion enough to have meaningful equity coverage for the public leasing sector?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4N1JTgZkxU8/Feature-Researching-equity-in-leasing-sector.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2911934/Feature-Researching-equity-in-leasing-sector.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New head for IoM aircraft register</title><description>The registry, which is used by banks and lessors to register off-lease aircraft, has appointed a new head of civil aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/n53Odmt_Ads/New-head-for-IoM-aircraft-register.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2911543/New-head-for-IoM-aircraft-register.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSA to raise up to $800m in debt</title><description>The US lessor is close to mandating banks to finance two separate aircraft portfolios. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/h2P_CfI-xjk/JSA-to-raise-up-to-800m-in-debt.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2911373/JSA-to-raise-up-to-800m-in-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pitch Aviation expands</title><description>The aviation consultancy has moved into aircraft re-marketing, asset management and airfinance advisory services.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3eS26HpPwT4/Pitch-Aviation-expands.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2910055/Pitch-Aviation-expands.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC converts two ATR options</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) will take delivery of two ATR 72-600s in 2013. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Z9MjlubxMH4/ALC-converts-two-ATR-options.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2909590/ALC-converts-two-ATR-options.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IAG acquires 12 used aircraft</title><description>Floridaï¿½s International Aerospace Group (IAG) has also purchased 80 spare engines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/zjbjYXaHshE/IAG-acquires-12-used-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2909410/IAG-acquires-12-used-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ICBC Leasing and CFM sign MOU </title><description>The Chinese lessor has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for engines to power 22 A320s</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qsfvrOZMFZY/ICBC-Leasing-and-CFM-sign-MOU.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2909565/ICBC-Leasing-and-CFM-sign-MOU.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alitalia leases A330 from Intrepid</title><description>The 2010-vintage widebody is on an 11-year operating lease from Intrepid Aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AM8gxBBg0KU/Alitalia-leases-A330-from-Intrepid.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2908753/Alitalia-leases-A330-from-Intrepid.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ELF buys Macquarie engine portfolio</title><description>The engine lessor closed the acquisition of 47 engines yesterday from Macquarie Bank</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UQBqjWs7Rnk/ELF-buys-Macquarie-engine-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:19:37 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2907595/ELF-buys-Macquarie-engine-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon mandates Citi for capital raise</title><description>The leasing company is understood to have mandated the investment bank to source funding from institutional investors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hPhujiojUr0/Avolon-mandates-Citi-for-capital-raise.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2907445/Avolon-mandates-Citi-for-capital-raise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>$600 million new debt facilities for Avolon</title><description>The Dublin lessor has also signed purchase/leaseback agreements for nine aircraft with Air Asia and Ryanair.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TH78CdiByqE/600-million-new-debt-facilities-for-Avolon.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2906615/600-million-new-debt-facilities-for-Avolon.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon closes its first PDP financing</title><description>The Irish lessor has secured pre-delivery payments (PDP) for five Boeing narrowbodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZToTmSXr3VQ/Avolon-closes-its-first-PDP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2907241/Avolon-closes-its-first-PDP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lan and Awas sign sale/leaseback deals</title><description>The Chilean carrier has taken delivery of the first of five Airbus A320s to be leased from Awas. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eWA5nuOdPFY/Lan-and-Awas-sign-saleleaseback-deals.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2907199/Lan-and-Awas-sign-saleleaseback-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>NAC closes four turboprop deals</title><description>The Danish lessor has purchased two aircraft, while closing two additional deals with two separate carriers in Latin America.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/usmaaJI2StY/NAC-closes-four-turboprop-deals.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2907158/NAC-closes-four-turboprop-deals.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG to order 30 A320neos</title><description>The lessor is also in discussions with Boeing for 737Max orders.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hV4YRhiPYYw/ACG-to-order-30-A320neos.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2906369/ACG-to-order-30-A320neos.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC announces three new VPs</title><description>The three executives will join Air Lease Corporation from International Lease Finance Corporation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-bOoGNAnjE8/ALC-announces-three-new-VPs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:23:01 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2904974/ALC-announces-three-new-VPs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSA delivers second 777 to Emirates</title><description>The Boeing widebody is part of a sale/leaseback agreement for three 777-300ERs. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LJNGWb3Ph1Y/JSA-delivers-second-777-to-Emirates.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2904691/JSA-delivers-second-777-to-Emirates.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>NAC acquires ATR turboprop</title><description>The 1998-vintage ATR 42-500 was previously operated by Macair in Australia.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/KdMjxeDqFIo/NAC-acquires-ATR-turboprop.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2904687/NAC-acquires-ATR-turboprop.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie hires Kavanagh</title><description>Former Lloyds aircraft finance head begins aircraft trading role at Macquarie.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bcncH-BFHu0/Macquarie-hires-Kavanagh.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2902588/Macquarie-hires-Kavanagh.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap secures financing for A330</title><description>The Dutch lessor will use a commercial loan from a Japanese bank to finance the Airbus widebody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hI1SHFp4oA4/AerCap-secures-financing-for-A330.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:55:45 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2902214/AerCap-secures-financing-for-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fitch upgrades ACG's outlook to positive</title><description>Aviation Capital Group's (ACG) long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and unsecured debt rating remains BBB-. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/iGWYq6KE1NE/Fitch-upgrades-ACGs-outlook-to-positive.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2902373/Fitch-upgrades-ACGs-outlook-to-positive.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Novus Aviation announces new appointment </title><description>Lessor appoints former senior vice president, DVB Bank to executive committee.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/RlCKsfm4M8s/Novus-Aviation-announces-new-appointment.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2901977/Novus-Aviation-announces-new-appointment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon closes debt facility</title><description>Three Airbus aircraft will be leased to Lan Airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/uf0JI-gLzjU/Avolon-closes-debt-facility.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2900321/Avolon-closes-debt-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin Australia signs sale/leaseback</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) will lease five Boeing aircraft to the airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZIPiKQWRGd0/Virgin-Australia-signs-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2900418/Virgin-Australia-signs-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Namibia leases two A319s</title><description>The aircraft, which have come off lease early, will be leased by the Namibian airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/b_5nGCOUczc/Air-Namibia-leases-two-A319s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2899601/Air-Namibia-leases-two-A319s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Crane Aircraft closes first transaction</title><description>The new aviation investment firm purchased a 22-year-old Boeing widebody.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/66D4oBfKTi4/Crane-Aircraft-closes-first-transaction.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2899593/Crane-Aircraft-closes-first-transaction.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Transaero leases new Boeing 737</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation has delivered a second Boeing 737-800 to the Russian airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TY99EHMFK2s/Transaero-leases-new-Boeing-737.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2899633/Transaero-leases-new-Boeing-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AJ Walter to acquire four 737s</title><description>The UK-based spare parts supplier will acquire four Boeing aircraft from Pembroke Capital Aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1-VyBDkcOKY/AJ-Walter-to-acquire-four-737s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2898833/AJ-Walter-to-acquire-four-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Burgess rejoins CIT Aerospace</title><description>Former Amentum Capital executive Neil Burgess has rejoined CIT Aerospace as director of financial institutions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/v7t1uG8eI2M/Burgess-rejoins-CIT-Aerospace.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2898813/Burgess-rejoins-CIT-Aerospace.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New head for LCI</title><description>Former Aircastle executive will take over from Crispin Maunder as CEO.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aEzpDfnXI1Y/New-head-for-LCI.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2898648/New-head-for-LCI.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SIA closes $81 million spare engine financing</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services financed four large engines for the Singapore flag carrier in a six-year sale/leaseback deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/X1nkKSmQthA/SIA-closes-81-million-spare-engine-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2898546/SIA-closes-81-million-spare-engine-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Volaris leases new A320 from JSA</title><description>The Airbus A320 is the second of seven aircraft Volaris will lease from Jackson Square Aviation (JSA).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8pqET85nRtc/Volaris-leases-new-A320-from-JSA.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2898866/Volaris-leases-new-A320-from-JSA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Novus arranges sale of 767 </title><description>Remarketing company, Novus Aviation, has remarketed one Boeing 767 for a client in California. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yOE4jCst-jw/Novus-arranges-sale-of-767.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 14:01:09 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2895612/Novus-arranges-sale-of-767.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>AerCap negotiates $400 million facility</title><description>The debt facility will finance a 15 Boeing aircraft acquisition from American Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/x0YbAU2zsLo/AerCap-negotiates-400-million-facility.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2894483/AerCap-negotiates-400-million-facility.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>TAM modifies 2012 fleet plans</title><description>The carrier will not renew leases for four A320s in 2012 because of uncertainties in the global economy.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8_BdX6nPSwc/TAM-modifies-2012-fleet-plans.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2892228/TAM-modifies-2012-fleet-plans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC seeks to repossess two A320s</title><description>Russian low-cost carrier AviaNova owes International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) more than $3 million in lease payments.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LLQwO_uWYUw/ILFC-seeks-to-repossess-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2890985/ILFC-seeks-to-repossess-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Skymark gets two new Boeing 737s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered the new Boeing narrowbodies to the Japanese carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MX8S8gthGWQ/Skymark-gets-two-new-Boeing-737s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2889292/Skymark-gets-two-new-Boeing-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC acquires 11 aircraft</title><description>The California-based lessor has acquired 11 737-800s, on lease to eight airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lV-lzme_LlQ/ALC-acquires-11-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:44:08 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2888179/ALC-acquires-11-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GA Telesis acquires Mountain Capital Partners</title><description>The acquisition will boost GA Telesis' (GAT) aircraft and engine acquisition and leasing team to 10 people.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/el48NHgeqls/GA-Telesis-acquires-Mountain-Capital-Partners.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2888634/GA-Telesis-acquires-Mountain-Capital-Partners.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: HKAC negotiates Embraer order</title><description>The lessor owned by HNA Group is close to reaching an agreement with Embraer for up to 15 E-jets.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/9n6EzWhkG7Q/Exclusive-HKAC-negotiates-Embraer-order.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2887111/Exclusive-HKAC-negotiates-Embraer-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin CEO resigns during conference call</title><description>Joachim Hunold resigns as Air Berlin announces further losses and plans to terminate leases on eight aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/JurBvbHknqo/Air-Berlin-CEO-resigns-during-conference-call.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2886153/Air-Berlin-CEO-resigns-during-conference-call.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ilyushin finance to order CSeries</title><description>The Russian leasing company is in talks with Bombardier to purchase up to 20 CSeries aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/KDpIXtg_SSw/Ilyushin-finance-to-order-CSeries.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2886278/Ilyushin-finance-to-order-CSeries.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cathay Pacific concludes sale - leaseback</title><description>Six A330-300s leased back to Cathay Pacific</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Z8vDz03VrfQ/Cathay-Pacific-concludes-sale-leaseback.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2885250/Cathay-Pacific-concludes-sale-leaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Astraeus CEO departs</title><description>In an amicable departure, the founding director leaves but will stay in aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/VR-ytXyQ7p4/Astraeus-CEO-departs.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2884414/Astraeus-CEO-departs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC firms Boeing order </title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has confirmed an order with Boeing worth $2.5 billion at list prices.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/YoNuqOb-ZO4/ALC-firms-Boeing-order.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:51:42 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2883840/ALC-firms-Boeing-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC Q2 net income falls $38.1m</title><description>The US lessor’s Q2 net income falls, but half year net income is up. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PqoII7EtJtQ/ILFC-Q2-net-income-falls-381m.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 16:04:02 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2883337/ILFC-Q2-net-income-falls-381m.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC grows its fleet in Q2</title><description>The US lessor increases its fleet size by 33% during the quarter.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/k88sluK501Y/ALC-grows-its-fleet-in-Q2.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2883044/ALC-grows-its-fleet-in-Q2.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Singapore lessor secures $152m for ATRs</title><description>Avation, an aircraft leasing company based in Singpore, has obtained a loan facility from Credit Agricole-CIB for eight ATR jets to be leased to Australia’s Skywest Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/FyG-Jellm-I/Singapore-lessor-secures-152m-for-ATRs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2883181/Singapore-lessor-secures-152m-for-ATRs.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>CIT firms order for A320neo</title><description>Airbus and CIT Aerospace have signed a purchase agreement for 50 Airbus A320neo aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Z5v-4AD2r6k/CIT-firms-order-for-A320neo.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:23:24 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2881835/CIT-firms-order-for-A320neo.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas hires corporate finance director</title><description>John Duffy joins the Irish lessor from HSH Nordbank’s Singapore office.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/w2oPTzQTTl4/Awas-hires-corporate-finance-director.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2881117/Awas-hires-corporate-finance-director.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GMG Airlines leases one 767</title><description>Awas has leased the widebody to the Bangladeshi airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/EclLvKKmOPg/GMG-Airlines-leases-one-767.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2881144/GMG-Airlines-leases-one-767.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gulf Air and MCAP sign sale/leaseback</title><description>The agreement covers four A320s delivering between July and October this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/T6atDBq1VGM/Gulf-Air-and-MCAP-sign-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2880464/Gulf-Air-and-MCAP-sign-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lighthouse acquires two CRJ700s</title><description>The 2001-vintage Bombardier aircraft are on lease to a South African carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4nPlo71IAa8/Lighthouse-acquires-two-CRJ700s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2880354/Lighthouse-acquires-two-CRJ700s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Patrick Kennedy 1964-2011</title><description>Industry mourns Patrick Kennedy, Aircastle's head of Asia, who passed away late last week. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5ZLFCjrlkAg/Patrick-Kennedy-1964-2011.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2880221/Patrick-Kennedy-1964-2011.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap release Q2 results</title><description>The Dutch lessor also announced that it will start a share repurchase program.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-sbXmswUFtU/AerCap-release-Q2-results.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2879592/AerCap-release-Q2-results.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>FLY releases Q2 results</title><description>Dublin based lessor releases Q2 results after announcing GAAM deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/KiICuOqobwQ/FLY-releases-Q2-results.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2878992/FLY-releases-Q2-results.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FLY to buy 49 aircraft portfolio</title><description>Listed lessor FLY Leasing will acquire a $1.4 billion portfolio from Global Aviation Asset Management (GAAM).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_fWFVI1LqF0/FLY-to-buy-49-aircraft-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2878483/FLY-to-buy-49-aircraft-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas firms order for 10 Boeing aircraft</title><description>The order, worth $2.9 billion at list prices, includes eight 777-300ERs and two 747-8 freighters.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Wg36ZForj_Y/Gecas-firms-order-for-10-Boeing-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2878866/Gecas-firms-order-for-10-Boeing-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC's president on buying AeroTurbine</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation is purchasing part-out company AeroTurbine from AerCap in order to maximise the value of its older aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jdfR4zzlfHA/ILFCs-president-on-buying-AeroTurbine.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2878145/ILFCs-president-on-buying-AeroTurbine.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SkyWorks hires new MD in Asia</title><description>Colum Carr will be based in the Hong Kong office effective immediately.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Oz2U5dvr4zw/SkyWorks-hires-new-MD-in-Asia.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2878129/SkyWorks-hires-new-MD-in-Asia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Transaero gets one Boeing 737</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) has leased a new Boeing 737-800 to the Russian carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/JIrUkEaLr-Q/Transaero-gets-one-Boeing-737.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2876662/Transaero-gets-one-Boeing-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Lau to leave ICBC leasing</title><description>ICBC Leasing’s managing director and global head of aviation will leave the company in the next weeks.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LIauFQddb58/Exclusive-Lau-to-leave-ICBC-leasing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2873573/Exclusive-Lau-to-leave-ICBC-leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hubbard moves to HKAC</title><description>The former GAAM chief commercial officer will join Hong Kong Aviation Capital in September.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hnqKofJ1DWw/Hubbard-moves-to-HKAC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2872872/Hubbard-moves-to-HKAC.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>IndiGo closes deal with HKAC</title><description>The Indian low cost carrier will lease two A320s from Hong Kong Aviation Capital (HKAC).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dgrtDnu7o4Q/IndiGo-closes-deal-with-HKAC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2872250/IndiGo-closes-deal-with-HKAC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Cargo Airlines gets new 777F</title><description>The aircraft is on lease from GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZnD8HEDVeUc/China-Cargo-Airlines-gets-new-777F.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2871671/China-Cargo-Airlines-gets-new-777F.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates signs sale/leaseback for three 777s</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) delivered the first of three new Boeing 777-300ERs in July.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/P4h2NkBF26I/Emirates-signs-saleleaseback-for-three-777s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2871762/Emirates-signs-saleleaseback-for-three-777s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Veling mandates Nedbank </title><description>The Mauritius-based lessor has mandated Nedbank to arrange financing for a single 777-200ER.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Ay56qcL9oAk/Veling-mandates-Nedbank.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2871337/Veling-mandates-Nedbank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kenya signs LOI with Gecas</title><description>The letter of intent (LOI) includes 12-year leases two new Boeing 777-300ERs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/HSahZNxZaFk/Kenya-signs-LOI-with-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2870900/Kenya-signs-LOI-with-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates mandates three financiers </title><description>The Dubai-based carrier will take delivery of three Boeing 777-300ERs between July 2011 and January 2012.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qcXMNRMzB3A/Emirates-mandates-three-financiers.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2869166/Emirates-mandates-three-financiers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TUI closes sale/leasebacks with CIT</title><description>The UK-based travel company has taken delivery of two Boeing 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/VvYUSzRxjkM/TUI-closes-saleleasebacks-with-CIT.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2869208/TUI-closes-saleleasebacks-with-CIT.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas refinances two aircraft</title><description>The lessor closed limited-recourse financing with DVB Bank for two used 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/d6JC14YBQKo/Awas-refinances-two-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2868040/Awas-refinances-two-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Air Maroc mandates Falko</title><description>Falko, formerly BAE Systems Asset Management, will arrange the sale of one Bombardier Dash 8-Q300.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bsO77khZ1XY/Royal-Air-Maroc-mandates-Falko.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2868323/Royal-Air-Maroc-mandates-Falko.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New asset manager launches</title><description>Falko, the asset manager formed from Fortress Group’s acquisition of BAE Systems Asset Management, has launched today.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jEmZzL1_7bA/New-asset-manager-launches.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2867176/New-asset-manager-launches.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap signs 35 aircraft deal with one airline</title><description>Dutch lessor, AerCap, has signed a purchase/leaseback deal for up to 35 Boeing 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Q-PO4lpvkRk/AerCap-signs-35-aircraft-deal-with-one-airline.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2866612/AerCap-signs-35-aircraft-deal-with-one-airline.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE cancels $2.4bn Boeing order</title><description>The cancellation for 35 Boeing 737 aircraft follows the lessor’s cancellation of 45 Airbus orders last week. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PDxVeFO7t1w/DAE-cancels-24bn-Boeing-order.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2866721/DAE-cancels-24bn-Boeing-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Norwegian signs LOI for additional 787-8 </title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) is to lease one more Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner to Norwegian Air Shuttle.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/W3nUA891ht0/Norwegian-signs-LOI-for-additional-787-8.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2866785/Norwegian-signs-LOI-for-additional-787-8.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Orbest Airlines adds new A320</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) has delivered one new Airbus A320 to the Spanish charter airline formerly named Iberworld.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/j5g31DugIlc/Orbest-Airlines-adds-new-A320.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2866663/Orbest-Airlines-adds-new-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Infinity to finance mid-life aircraft	</title><description>New aircraft lessor Infinity Capital Aviation will acquire mid-life aircraft and provide mezzanine finance providing liquidity to an underserved market. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/toAB72LDfoc/Infinity-to-finance-mid-life-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:23:10 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2865555/Infinity-to-finance-mid-life-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pegasus takes delivery of two 737s</title><description>The Boeing 737-800 aircraft are part of a sale/leaseback agreement with GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/wiSiFqTGRTQ/Pegasus-takes-delivery-of-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2865980/Pegasus-takes-delivery-of-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thomas Cook to lease six A321s</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) will lease six new Airbus A321-200s to the UK tour operator. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/v5CVfk7YYIE/Thomas-Cook-to-lease-six-A321s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2865007/Thomas-Cook-to-lease-six-A321s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE cancels remaining Airbus orders</title><description>The Dubai-based lessor has cancelled orders for 45 Airbus aircraft worth $5.6 billion at list prices. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jpf8ltfhoIM/DAE-cancels-remaining-Airbus-orders.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2862404/DAE-cancels-remaining-Airbus-orders.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Intrepid realigns business</title><description>Intrepid Aviation’s CEO Frank Pray speaks with Airfinance Journal about the lessor’s new strategy. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0XJCEbUCadU/Intrepid-realigns-business.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2862458/Intrepid-realigns-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thai Airways to lease eight Boeing aircraft</title><description>International Finance Lease Corporation (ILFC) will lease six Boeing 787-8s and two 787-9s to Thai Airways. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/RtdfLACeTUQ/Thai-Airways-to-lease-eight-Boeing-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2862429/Thai-Airways-to-lease-eight-Boeing-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AAR posts sales worth $480m in Q4</title><description>The aviation firm’s 2011 fiscal year sales rose 35% year-on-year to $1.78 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LnLBW-8oARE/AAR-posts-sales-worth-480m-in-Q4.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2861674/AAR-posts-sales-worth-480m-in-Q4.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New shareholder for CALC</title><description>A Chinese government-owned investor has bought 40% of Hong Kong lessor China Aircraft Leasing Company (CALC).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/j4WhU41SQwA/New-shareholder-for-CALC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2859732/New-shareholder-for-CALC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Omega Leasing closes $190m engine facility</title><description>Three banks underwrote the facility for 14 Trent engines.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QfA416LmOM0/Omega-Leasing-closes-190m-engine-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2859715/Omega-Leasing-closes-190m-engine-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS Aviation Capital closes s/ls</title><description>The lessor has completed sale/leasebacks and placements with a number of airlines, in addition to selling three aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Wj1StA_wXWM/RBS-Aviation-Capital-closes-sls.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2858905/RBS-Aviation-Capital-closes-sls.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap to service Genesis portfolio</title><description>The Dutch lessor replaces GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) as servicer to the Genesis portfolio.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/NXztA6rmBHA/AerCap-to-service-Genesis-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2857580/AerCap-to-service-Genesis-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Analysis: First direct order for Chinese lessor</title><description>ICBC Leasing's direct order with Airbus is a breakthrough for Chinese aircraft leasing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aqIBt5oyZY8/Analysis-First-direct-order-for-Chinese-lessor.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2857279/Analysis-First-direct-order-for-Chinese-lessor.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Air France closes sale/leaseback</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation delivered one new Airbus A320 to the French carrier today.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/h7_VjnHtpiw/Air-France-closes-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2855962/Air-France-closes-saleleaseback.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>MAS closes sale/leasbacks for two A330s </title><description>Jackson Square Aviation has delivered two Airbus A330-300s to Malaysia Airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ieH87pIz2-M/MAS-closes-saleleasbacks-for-two-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2855943/MAS-closes-saleleasbacks-for-two-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Japan’s Solaseed Air leases 737 </title><description>Awas has delivered one Boeing 737-800 aircraft to Solaseed Air in Japan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yN1bus0aTkM/Japans-Solaseed-Air-leases-737.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2855000/Japans-Solaseed-Air-leases-737.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Alafco orders 36 Airbus aircraft</title><description>The Kuwaiti aircraft leasing company has signed an MOU for 30 Airbus A320neos and a firm order for six A350 XWBs.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Up-eQz42-1U/Alafco-orders-36-Airbus-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2852804/Alafco-orders-36-Airbus-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC selects CFM’s LEAP engine</title><description>The LEAP engine to power 40 new Airbus A320neo aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/f_2lLa2gBUU/ILFC-selects-CFMs-LEAP-engine.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2852948/ILFC-selects-CFMs-LEAP-engine.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas orders 10 Boeing aircraft</title><description>The lessor announced orders for 10 Boeing commercial aircraft and freighters at the Paris Air Show.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ulNEGzWbuls/Gecas-orders-10-Boeing-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2851883/Gecas-orders-10-Boeing-aircraft.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ILFC firms P&amp;W engine order</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation has signed a firm order with Pratt &amp; Whitney to power 60 Airbus A320neos family aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qZUw5-Lb3Pw/ILFC-firms-P-W-engine-order.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2851409/ILFC-firms-P-W-engine-order.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Intrepid appoints new CEO</title><description>Franklin Pray will head the US aircraft lessor Intrepid Aviation as it expands its business.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Gd0XN7VIEuU/Intrepid-appoints-new-CEO.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:04:59 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2850255/Intrepid-appoints-new-CEO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China United Airlines leases 737</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) leased a new narrowbody to China United Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nyJu3JusBEo/China-United-Airlines-leases-737.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2850682/China-United-Airlines-leases-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Michael leaves LCI</title><description>Lease Corporation International's chief investment officer will leave to start his own business. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ll2c10TpaPs/Michael-leaves-LCI.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2850367/Michael-leaves-LCI.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wizz Air gets last of three sale/leasebacks</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation delivered the last of three Airbus A320s on lease to the Hungarian airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qk5PZO031o4/Wizz-Air-gets-last-of-three-saleleasebacks.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2850701/Wizz-Air-gets-last-of-three-saleleasebacks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC signs 114 leases in 2011</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) has been busy leasing aircraft and raising capital this year. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/GPEs6M4wra8/ILFC-signs-114-leases-in-2011.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2849739/ILFC-signs-114-leases-in-2011.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Rofe moves to APFL</title><description>Former AerCap treasurer, Paul Rofe, will join Aircraft Purchase Fleet Limited (APFL) as CFO.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TCD-2Rb9e2k/Rofe-moves-to-APFL.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2849474/Rofe-moves-to-APFL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon focuses on Middle East and Asia</title><description>The Irish lessor, which has leased 12 Airbus and 14 Boeing aircraft to nine airlines in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, sees growth potential in these regions.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kmEPMaOSWtU/Avolon-focuses-on-Middle-East-and-Asia.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2848607/Avolon-focuses-on-Middle-East-and-Asia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas closes operating leases for two 737s</title><description>The Boeing 737-800s will be leased to Gol Airlines in Brazil.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sj0KphNp6sM/Awas-closes-operating-leases-for-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2848914/Awas-closes-operating-leases-for-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie engine leasing business for sale</title><description>The Macquarie Group is looking to sell its commercial jet engine leasing business, which includes a portfolio of 55 owned and managed engines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/GudPwiiQ6VY/Macquarie-engine-leasing-business-for-sale.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2848678/Macquarie-engine-leasing-business-for-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC announces 25 lease agreements</title><description>The leasing company has announced sale/leasebacks, aircraft trades and placements for 25 new and used commerical jets.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/6MyEdEh-TU4/ALC-announces-25-lease-agreements.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2847684/ALC-announces-25-lease-agreements.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas gets A320 financing</title><description>DVB Bank provided the limited-recourse financing for one A320, which is leased to Frontier airlines.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sPB2Y6K8pyw/Awas-gets-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2847973/Awas-gets-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Marubeni targets engine portfolio</title><description>Japan's Marubeni Corporation is seeking to build a portfolio of leased spare engines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dH4xIUk1VcQ/Marubeni-targets-engine-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2847690/Marubeni-targets-engine-portfolio.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Update: AerCap completes facility amendment</title><description>The Dutch aircraft leasing company has extended its 2006 warehouse facility to 2016. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/c2JJYv-SICs/Update-AerCap-completes-facility-amendment.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2846441/Update-AerCap-completes-facility-amendment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Starflyer gets A320 from Awas </title><description>The Japanese carrier has taken delivery of the first of three new A320s on lease from Awas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7ml4lPs7N1Q/Starflyer-gets-A320-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2845466/Starflyer-gets-A320-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon refinances A320</title><description>The aircraft lessor has secured a non-recourse loan for one A320 on lease to IndiGo Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qpeu-MkD4NU/Avolon-refinances-A320.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2844798/Avolon-refinances-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation mandates Ex-Im financing </title><description>Bank of China’s leasing unit has a deal in documentation with JPMorgan to finance six 737-800s. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Z4e8al8IHOM/BOC-Aviation-mandates-Ex-Im-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2844484/BOC-Aviation-mandates-Ex-Im-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: ALC issues $120 million unsecured notes</title><description>The $120 million senior unsecured notes were issued to institutional investors in a private placement. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Mv28PptzO1Q/UPDATE-ALC-issues-120-million-unsecured-notes.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2844978/UPDATE-ALC-issues-120-million-unsecured-notes.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation may consider RBS Aviation Capital bid </title><description>The lessor's CEO says he would consider a bid for RBS Aviation Capital given the right economics. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lXqSPkzLPY8/BOC-Aviation-may-consider-RBS-Aviation-Capital-bid.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2844031/BOC-Aviation-may-consider-RBS-Aviation-Capital-bid.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas delivers two A320s to Aeroflot </title><description>The Airbus narrowbodies are part of the Russian flag carrier’s fleet renewal program.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/i6WJoZozkxE/Gecas-delivers-two-A320s-to-Aeroflot.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:17:20 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2843157/Gecas-delivers-two-A320s-to-Aeroflot.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC leases one A330 to Alitalia</title><description>The aircraft is one of three operating leases with Alitalia.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/X-oNcIVTPPE/ALC-leases-one-A330-to-Alitalia.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2843235/ALC-leases-one-A330-to-Alitalia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS restarts sale of leasing company</title><description>RBS Aviation Capital is back up for sale after shareholder Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) reopens sale process. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fZmkCZ1JmcY/RBS-restarts-sale-of-leasing-company.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:12:21 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2842279/RBS-restarts-sale-of-leasing-company.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas reprices $500m term loan</title><description>The Irish lessor repriced its 2010 B term loan and will save 200 basis points. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/O8vGN__CYjs/Awas-reprices-500m-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2842685/Awas-reprices-500m-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC leases 20 aircraft</title><description>US aircraft lessor Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has leased Airbus and Embraer aircraft to four airlines in May.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BbwFwbzp6eI/ALC-leases-20-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2841339/ALC-leases-20-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lloyds seeks leasing partner</title><description>The British bank has issued an request for proposals (RFP) for partners to form a joint venture to manage a portfolio of 20 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/oGxmqM-FHCM/Lloyds-seeks-leasing-partner.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2841486/Lloyds-seeks-leasing-partner.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease and Mitsui joint venture</title><description>The new company will lease IAE and GE engines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/SFvsJwW7kRs/Willis-Lease-and-Mitsui-joint-venture.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2841278/Willis-Lease-and-Mitsui-joint-venture.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Anselmi heads research at JSA</title><description>Lessor Jackson Square Aviation has hired aviation consultant, Michael Anselmi, as head of research and risk management.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qbkqDi9cBxw/Anselmi-heads-research-at-JSA.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2840357/Anselmi-heads-research-at-JSA.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Ten years strong</title><description>Peter Barrett, chief executive officer, RBS Aviation Capital, speaks to Airfinance Journal as the lessor celebrates its 10th birthday. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ivkuO-g-Je4/Feature-Ten-years-strong.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2840756/Feature-Ten-years-strong.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gol closes sale/leaseback with Awas</title><description>Awas delivered one Boeing 737-800 to the Brazilian carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/RiWMlfLNWt8/Gol-closes-saleleaseback-with-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2840839/Gol-closes-saleleaseback-with-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jetscape secures E190 financing</title><description>HSH Nordbank will provide a senior credit facility to refinance one Embraer 190LR.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3bLYb8FfKas/Jetscape-secures-E190-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2840560/Jetscape-secures-E190-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nok Air to lease three 737-800s</title><description>The Thai carrier will lease the aircraft will from GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kc1uP2cLVgg/Nok-Air-to-lease-three-737-800s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2840873/Nok-Air-to-lease-three-737-800s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wizz Air gets Airbus narrowbody</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation delivered the second Airbus A320s to be leased to the Hungarian airline. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pgwVIhyEzSw/Wizz-Air-gets-Airbus-narrowbody.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2839465/Wizz-Air-gets-Airbus-narrowbody.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon buys $350 million Gecas portfolio</title><description>The Irish lessor, which started last year, has purchased nine aircraft from Gecas, worth about $350 million at current market values.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/g1pitrsUZHY/Avolon-buys-350-million-Gecas-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2838319/Avolon-buys-350-million-Gecas-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fortress to acquire BAE Systems Asset Management </title><description>Fortress Investment Group will buy BAE Systems' commercial aircraft portfolio and asset management business for $187 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lktZglSogH4/Fortress-to-acquire-BAE-Systems-Asset-Management.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2838447/Fortress-to-acquire-BAE-Systems-Asset-Management.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BBAM in exclusive talks to purchase Amentum</title><description>HSH Nordbank has granted BBAM exclusive rights to acquire Amentum Capital's owned and managed aircraft portfolio.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dko0hTduViQ/BBAM-in-exclusive-talks-to-purchase-Amentum.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2836658/BBAM-in-exclusive-talks-to-purchase-Amentum.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Astana gets first E190 </title><description>Embraer has delivered the first E190 aircraft to the national carrier of Kazakhstan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AeefmhTdwac/Air-Astana-gets-first-E190.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2835850/Air-Astana-gets-first-E190.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation makes two appointments</title><description>The aircraft lessor has chosen a new head of structured finance and a vice president of marketing for EMEA.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/JE9p1gChnJs/BOC-Aviation-makes-two-appointments.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2832592/BOC-Aviation-makes-two-appointments.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gol signs lease with JSA</title><description>Credit Agricole-CIB provided the eight-year senior secured loan for Jackson Square Aviation for one Boeing 737-800. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gr53zRYmplE/Gol-signs-lease-with-JSA.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2832144/Gol-signs-lease-with-JSA.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Kelly takes over from Heinemann at AerCap</title><description>Aengus Kelly takes over from Klaus Heinemann, who announced last year that he would resign in 2011.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/tStKELTsyME/Kelly-takes-over-from-Heinemann-at-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2832034/Kelly-takes-over-from-Heinemann-at-AerCap.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Thomson Airways leases A320</title><description>RPK Capital leased the 2001-vintage aircraft to Thomson Airways. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/IGA1Cnx6kvA/Thomson-Airways-leases-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2831158/Thomson-Airways-leases-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>MC Aviation Partners acquires A320 </title><description>The Japanese aircraft lessor purchased one used A320 from Q Aviation. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/iYuvxwP4hl4/MC-Aviation-Partners-acquires-A320.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2830029/MC-Aviation-Partners-acquires-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Lease reports Q1/2011 results</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) publishes its first quarterly filing after completing its initial public offering in April.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LG2uldlq8ac/Air-Lease-reports-Q12011-results.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2828931/Air-Lease-reports-Q12011-results.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AeroCentury reports Q1/2011 results</title><description>The California regional jet lessor is down at the start of 2011.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UZ8ub-iodf4/AeroCentury-reports-Q12011-results.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2828321/AeroCentury-reports-Q12011-results.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Virgin Australia leases two A330s</title><description>Deucalion Capital X acquired the Airbus A330-200s from BOC Aviation now on lease to Virgin Australia Airline.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pbf95X7TJgE/Virgin-Australia-leases-two-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2828487/Virgin-Australia-leases-two-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: The private equity exit</title><description>What expectations are driving the new breed of leasing companies, and can they deliver? </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AxBrGLTYnMU/Feature-The-private-equity-exit.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2824710/Feature-The-private-equity-exit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Europa closes sale/leaseback</title><description>DVB Bank provided the debt and KGAL underwrote the equity for one Embraer 190-200LR.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TW45EDD_EJk/Air-Europa-closes-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2824123/Air-Europa-closes-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSA delivers A320 to Wizz Air</title><description>The Hungarian airline has received the first of three Airbus A320 aircraft from Jackson Square Aviation (JSA).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/F2G8HD4FRcU/JSA-delivers-A320-to-Wizz-Air.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2822062/JSA-delivers-A320-to-Wizz-Air.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>2010 Deal of the Year: Treasury</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) wins our award for 2010 treasury team of the year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Tp7Orpe2RYo/2010-Deal-of-the-Year-Treasury.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2821363/2010-Deal-of-the-Year-Treasury.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC places 10 more aircraft</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has signed leases for 10 aircraft with eight separate airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/zuedEMOQfq0/ALC-places-10-more-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2821710/ALC-places-10-more-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wells Fargo maintains AerCap as "priority stock"</title><description>The bank says AerCap is in a strong position, enabling the lessor to do large sale-leaseback deals and expects the company to begin repurchasing shares.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Og724ZP5IPE/Wells-Fargo-maintains-AerCap-as-priority-stock.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2821467/Wells-Fargo-maintains-AerCap-as-priority-stock.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle closes ECA debt for A330s</title><description>Aircastle has secured European export credit agency-guaranteed debt financing for two Airbus
A330s.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/CFgoGa7Oo18/Aircastle-closes-ECA-debt-for-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2820671/Aircastle-closes-ECA-debt-for-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas secures finance for 737s</title><description>Credit Agricole-CIB and the Private Export Funding Corporation (Pefco) will provide funding for eight Boeing 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WJLJ1RM5cuU/Awas-secures-finance-for-737s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2818601/Awas-secures-finance-for-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC leases 29 aircraft to six Asian airlines</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) expands in to Asia by signing new lease agreements with six Asian carriers. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_mPzI2TphfQ/ALC-leases-29-aircraft-to-six-Asian-airlines.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2816675/ALC-leases-29-aircraft-to-six-Asian-airlines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Vueling leases A320 from Gecas</title><description>The aircraft is part of GE Capital Aviation Services’ (Gecas) existing order book.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TaBhft07ONY/Vueling-leases-A320-from-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2816589/Vueling-leases-A320-from-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap reports Q1 transactions</title><description>The Dutch aircraft lessor delivered 11 aircraft in the first quarter 2011.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OCGR6TQ6w3g/AerCap-reports-Q1-transactions.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2815454/AerCap-reports-Q1-transactions.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeromexico leases two 737s </title><description>The two Boeing 737-800s are on lease from Air Lease Corporation (ALC). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1gKdAzViM08/Aeromexico-leases-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2815808/Aeromexico-leases-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Arkefly leases new 737 from Gecas</title><description>The Dutch airline took delivery of one new 737-800 from GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dLJJ81vl7mY/Arkefly-leases-new-737-from-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2814846/Arkefly-leases-new-737-from-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC firms order for 100 A320neos</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) signed a firm order for 100 Airbus A320neo family aircraft.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-_6ok5Sbo58/ILFC-firms-order-for-100-A320neos.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2813758/ILFC-firms-order-for-100-A320neos.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Awas gets debt for 737-800</title><description>Helaba provided a 10-year loan for one 737-800, on lease to Virgin Blue Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ldLhADco-c4/Awas-gets-debt-for-737-800.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2810336/Awas-gets-debt-for-737-800.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal Analysis: ILFC’s funding playbook</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation’s (ILFC) $1.3 billion secured term loan brought aviation lenders back to the playing field. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/u6ntNMJoz7E/Deal-Analysis-ILFCs-funding-playbook.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2807748/Deal-Analysis-ILFCs-funding-playbook.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS leases seven 737NGs to five carriers</title><description>The lessor has delivered six aircraft from its existing fleet, and one from its direct order stream to five separate airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/SGpGyIFq5aY/RBS-leases-seven-737NGs-to-five-carriers.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2806231/RBS-leases-seven-737NGs-to-five-carriers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation mandates A320 financing</title><description>KfW IPEX-Bank will provide commercial debt financing for three Airbus A320s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qxuTSczppEo/BOC-Aviation-mandates-A320-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2804292/BOC-Aviation-mandates-A320-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HKAC’s new strategy as Boylan takes over</title><description>Following the departure of former CEO Mathis Shinnick, Hong Kong Aviation Capital’s new CEO, Donal Boylan, talks about plans for the lessor.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/uHUIP3QA_bY/HKACs-new-strategy-as-Boylan-takes-over.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2804328/HKACs-new-strategy-as-Boylan-takes-over.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hainan Airlines leases five A330 freighters</title><description>The five new Airbus A330-200 freighters will be leased from BOC Aviation. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kv1QB9uOgeY/Hainan-Airlines-leases-five-A330-freighters.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 22:38:27 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2801955/Hainan-Airlines-leases-five-A330-freighters.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC launches IPO</title><description>The initial public offering will raise up to $805 million for Air Lease Corporation (ALC).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/63LN3X2PS9o/ALC-launches-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2801468/ALC-launches-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HKAC names new CEO</title><description>Donal Boylan takes over as chief executive officer at aircraft lessor Hong Kong Aviation Capital.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/urE3Yk7gjvw/HKAC-names-new-CEO.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2801455/HKAC-names-new-CEO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: New phase of growth for Awas</title><description>Dublin-based aircraft lessor, Awas, was established more than 25 years ago. Ray Sisson, who took over as chief executive officer in August, talks about his vision for doubling the size of the company by 2015. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yNWBnlB8SqE/Feature-New-phase-of-growth-for-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2800498/Feature-New-phase-of-growth-for-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas leases two Boeing 767s</title><description>The Dublin lessor has leased two Boeing 767-300ERs to two separate carriers.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AX1Mns8mro8/Awas-leases-two-Boeing-767s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2800053/Awas-leases-two-Boeing-767s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC secures a $1.3bn term loan</title><description>The $1.3 billion secured term loan was financed by a syndicate of 15 banks.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lCJEsdQ0hyM/ILFC-secures-a-13bn-term-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2799144/ILFC-secures-a-13bn-term-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas firms $2.8bn Boeing order</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) signed a firm order for 10 Boeing 777-300ERs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/YfneIM05238/Gecas-firms-28bn-Boeing-order.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2798046/Gecas-firms-28bn-Boeing-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas mandates European banks</title><description>The Dublin lessor mandated two European banks for export credit financing. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-cg5MLUUqY4/Awas-mandates-European-banks.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2796318/Awas-mandates-European-banks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fly Leasing repurchases its shares</title><description>The Dublin-based lessor has repurchased more than one million of its shares at $11.925 a share. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/6R0KVrWJDqc/Fly-Leasing-repurchases-its-shares.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2796253/Fly-Leasing-repurchases-its-shares.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Xiamen Airlines leases two 737s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered two new Boeing 737-86Ns to the Chinese carrier. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Uf8s-K_g7_s/Xiamen-Airlines-leases-two-737s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2796307/Xiamen-Airlines-leases-two-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Record profit for BOC Aviation</title><description>Singapore lessor, BOC Aviation, posts its fifth consecutive year of record profits.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LICl4_BEDsY/Record-profit-for-BOC-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2794740/Record-profit-for-BOC-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Race to go public</title><description>Public aircraft leasing companies took a beating in the downturn, but going public is all the rage among lessors</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yM_W1TjqAjw/Feature-Race-to-go-public.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2790396/Feature-Race-to-go-public.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Serdyuk joins BNP Paribas </title><description>Elena Serdyuk will be based in BNP Paribas’s New York office.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/mAyw1vTLQEY/Serdyuk-joins-BNP-Paribas.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2790521/Serdyuk-joins-BNP-Paribas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease partners with BAE Systems </title><description>BAE Systems Asset Management will negotiate used aircraft acquisitions on behalf of Willis Lease Finance Corporation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/IRz8aY0BBVo/Willis-Lease-partners-with-BAE-Systems.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2788223/Willis-Lease-partners-with-BAE-Systems.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas gets $529 million from investors</title><description>The company has received equity investments from existing shareholders, including owners Terra Firma and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Rb6II2120w4/Awas-gets-529-million-from-investors.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2784626/Awas-gets-529-million-from-investors.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>UPDATE: ILFC’s $11.6bn aircraft order</title><description>The lessor discusses funding the order, why it cancelled the A380 order and why it chose the P&amp;W engine. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ec1FDrLK0nw/UPDATE-ILFCs-116bn-aircraft-order.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2784894/UPDATE-ILFCs-116bn-aircraft-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC orders 133 aircraft worth $11.6bn</title><description>The aircraft include orders for 100 Airbus aircraft and 33 Boeing aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/D0zwLgy1aTU/ILFC-orders-133-aircraft-worth-116bn.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2782960/ILFC-orders-133-aircraft-worth-116bn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ALC refinances Boeing 737-700</title><description>Air Lease Corporation secured a commercial debt refinancing for a narrowbody on lease to Southwest Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/CUxjThhchFc/ALC-refinances-Boeing-737-700.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2781815/ALC-refinances-Boeing-737-700.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Archway Aviation finances three A320s</title><description>The Airbus A320-200s will be leased to Turkish Airlines.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/EVxKuWZ3Sd8/Archway-Aviation-finances-three-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2781069/Archway-Aviation-finances-three-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Greenwich Kahala withdraws IPO</title><description>The Dublin lessor says it postponed its initial public offering (IPO) due to unstable market conditions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gN8Oq4cvEa8/Greenwich-Kahala-withdraws-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2781176/Greenwich-Kahala-withdraws-IPO.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>DAE Capital cancels $4.5bn Airbus order</title><description>The cancellation for 18 A320s and 12 A350s follows an August cancellation for 25 Airbus aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/2H4bGLReh50/DAE-Capital-cancels-45bn-Airbus-order.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2780075/DAE-Capital-cancels-45bn-Airbus-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas acquires two A320s</title><description>The two Airbus A320-200s, purchased from Aircraft Purchase Fleet, will be leased to Alitalia.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/okd8NaG2w3I/Awas-acquires-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2779000/Awas-acquires-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Two lessors mandate DVB Bank</title><description>The two individual mandates will finance two sale/leasebacks for Air France/KLM for Boeing 777-300ERs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Wv4JoC1xGUM/Two-lessors-mandate-DVB-Bank.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2777874/Two-lessors-mandate-DVB-Bank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>VivaAerobus leases 737 from Awas </title><description>The Mexican low-cost carrier takes delivery of a Boeing 737-300. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WA-yzbP61cI/VivaAerobus-leases-737-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2777832/VivaAerobus-leases-737-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Norwegian closes s/l with Jackson Square </title><description>Norwegian Air Shuttle took delivery of a second 737-800 from Jackson Square Aviation. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/CcF4WnFWSwA/Norwegian-closes-sl-with-Jackson-Square.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2776692/Norwegian-closes-sl-with-Jackson-Square.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin takes delivery of one A320</title><description>Air Berlin has agreed a sale/leaseback with GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dRijU48Rtp8/Air-Berlin-takes-delivery-of-one-A320.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2775863/Air-Berlin-takes-delivery-of-one-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FLY Leasing finances two 737NGs</title><description>The two aircraft will be leased to low cost carrier flydubai.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/uiGrf1AH_Ak/FLY-Leasing-finances-two-737NGs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2775741/FLY-Leasing-finances-two-737NGs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Garuda to lease six 737s from Gecas </title><description>Additionally, the Indonesian carrier will also lease three CFM56-7B engines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aafxvBHX7Xg/Garuda-to-lease-six-737s-from-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2775846/Garuda-to-lease-six-737s-from-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas delivers Boeing 737 to Norwegian </title><description>The Scandinavian airline took delivery of a Boeing 737-800 from Awas. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WCIHsGOuOJA/Awas-delivers-Boeing-737-to-Norwegian.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2774289/Awas-delivers-Boeing-737-to-Norwegian.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Tiger mandates Pembroke Group</title><description>The Singapore low-cost carrier and Pembroke sign a sale/leaseback for four Airbus A320s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8oBDs5F2kXA/Tiger-mandates-Pembroke-Group.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2774101/Tiger-mandates-Pembroke-Group.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AA signs four-year contract with AeroTurbine </title><description>The agreement allows AeroTurbine to purchase and remarket American Airlines’ surplus equipment. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BMEpinLexjo/AA-signs-four-year-contract-with-AeroTurbine.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2773352/AA-signs-four-year-contract-with-AeroTurbine.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Germania releases two Airbus A319s</title><description>Doric Asset Finance was asset manager and remarketing agent. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ia5yj9XUqRk/Germania-releases-two-Airbus-A319s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2771423/Germania-releases-two-Airbus-A319s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avianca Taca leases 16 Airbus aircraft</title><description>The Latin American airline will lease the Airbus aircraft from GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-s_9HfSdM7E/Avianca-Taca-leases-16-Airbus-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2770635/Avianca-Taca-leases-16-Airbus-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Repos on the rise</title><description>It was a bad year for the repo man in 2010. This year may not get any better if lessors continue to take a soft approach to defaulting airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0SwrFdNeniQ/Feature-Repos-on-the-rise.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2770272/Feature-Repos-on-the-rise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>A&amp;F Aviation to lease 10 Airbus A320s</title><description>The new Japanese airline will lease the aircraft from GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1in7vhl_Zto/A-F-Aviation-to-lease-10-Airbus-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2769276/A-F-Aviation-to-lease-10-Airbus-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aergo opens Johannesburg office</title><description>The Dublin-based lessor hopes to expand on its existing customer base in the region.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gBIxgwRDXmk/Aergo-opens-Johannesburg-office.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2765917/Aergo-opens-Johannesburg-office.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jackson Square mandates BNP Paribas</title><description>BNP Paribas provided the financing for two Boeing 737-800 aircraft on lease to Japan Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/S9QqQma5etI/Jackson-Square-mandates-BNP-Paribas.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2764422/Jackson-Square-mandates-BNP-Paribas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap gets A330 financing</title><description>Dutch lessor AerCap has closed a $78.5 million loan from Helaba to finance one A330.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/27Onzk6VDd0/AerCap-gets-A330-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2763818/AerCap-gets-A330-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>South African Airways gets Airbus A330</title><description>The Airbus A330-200 is the first of six new aircraft leased from Aircastle.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/NinaAibvY4I/South-African-Airways-gets-Airbus-A330.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2763141/South-African-Airways-gets-Airbus-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BBAM opens office in Switzerland</title><description>John Lynch will lead BBAM’s new office in Zurich, Switzerland.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/B1ziqrdI38c/BBAM-opens-office-in-Switzerland.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2761671/BBAM-opens-office-in-Switzerland.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Namibia leases three Embraer 135 jets</title><description>ECC Leasing Company, Embraer’s wholly-owned subsidiary arranged the leases from an Air France subsidiary.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/2js5viuzUl8/Air-Namibia-leases-three-Embraer-135-jets.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2759841/Air-Namibia-leases-three-Embraer-135-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Shanghai leases two Boeing 737s</title><description>GE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas) delivered the aircraft from its existing order book with Boeing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/67WBNQs_Mhs/Shanghai-leases-two-Boeing-737s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:30:14 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2757981/Shanghai-leases-two-Boeing-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS AC sells 12 aircraft, hires in Asia</title><description>Lessor RBS Aviation Capital has sold 12 aircraft and hired new staff in Japan and China to source additional trades.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vP9pAUbybQk/RBS-AC-sells-12-aircraft-hires-in-Asia.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2758143/RBS-AC-sells-12-aircraft-hires-in-Asia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG closes 66 deals, opens Singapore office in 2010</title><description>Aviation Capital Group (ACG) closed a total of 66 lease and sale transactions for 2010. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/uCxiDrQURhk/ACG-closes-66-deals-opens-Singapore-office-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2757433/ACG-closes-66-deals-opens-Singapore-office-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT signed 157 leases in 2010</title><description>CIT Aerospace signed 157 lease agreements and added 13 new customers in 2010. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jWvcAU_QYQQ/CIT-signed-157-leases-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2756351/CIT-signed-157-leases-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC bank facility for Q1</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) is speaking to European and Asian banks about a new bank facility to pay down maturities in 2012. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MoiJnyNeX7k/ILFC-bank-facility-for-Q1.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2756359/ILFC-bank-facility-for-Q1.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>$465 million US debt financing for Avolon</title><description>Avolon has raised an additional $465 million in debt financing from a consortium of US banks. The Irish aircraft lessor will consider a US capital markets offering this year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nthDp_5bwwA/465-million-US-debt-financing-for-Avolon.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2755226/465-million-US-debt-financing-for-Avolon.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT: Leasing is most important financing option</title><description>Airlines said operating leasing remains the most important way to finance aircraft, in a report released by CIT and Forbes Insights.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WZJTTUWjvI8/CIT-Leasing-is-most-important-financing-option.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2755789/CIT-Leasing-is-most-important-financing-option.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: First international office for ILFC</title><description>Aircraft lessor, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), owned by American International Group (AIG), will open up an office in Europe this year after raising $14 billion in 2010.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Zm_aTSd2Yv4/Exclusive-First-international-office-for-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2755783/Exclusive-First-international-office-for-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC: 259 lease commitments in 2010</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (IFLC) secured a total of 259 lease commitments in 2010. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nBRjtcJfD2s/ILFC-259-lease-commitments-in-2010.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2754961/ILFC-259-lease-commitments-in-2010.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investec buys Gecas portfolio</title><description>The acquisition of nine Airbus A320s and Boeing 737s was financed with equity from Investec’s Global Aircraft Fund, based in Australia.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bMXoxaP0uug/Investec-buys-Gecas-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2753851/Investec-buys-Gecas-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New deals for Amentum; HSH prepares sale</title><description>Amentum Capital, which is up for sale, announces new transactions and fresh sources of capital.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/EZ7NvGPgE1I/New-deals-for-Amentum-HSH-prepares-sale.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2753328/New-deals-for-Amentum-HSH-prepares-sale.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>First of three A320s for Frontier Airlines</title><description>Awas delivered the first of three Airbus A320s for Frontier Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pru2DgVFBps/First-of-three-A320s-for-Frontier-Airlines.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2752454/First-of-three-A320s-for-Frontier-Airlines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon raises $650 million in debt and equity</title><description>Irish lessor Avolon completed a second capital raise of $250 million in equity and $400 million in debt to purchase aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MxFqT-eQiIY/Avolon-raises-650-million-in-debt-and-equity.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2751594/Avolon-raises-650-million-in-debt-and-equity.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Saudi Arabian Airlines takes Airbus delivery</title><description>The Airbus A320 aircraft is the 12th aircraft from an order of 15 on lease from General Electric Capital Aviation Services (Gecas).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sLF4Tzh0T5E/Saudi-Arabian-Airlines-takes-Airbus-delivery.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2746305/Saudi-Arabian-Airlines-takes-Airbus-delivery.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Asiana leases Airbus A321 from Awas</title><description>The Korean carrier based in Seoul took delivery of an Airbus A321-200.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/6SPyfabfCRg/Asiana-leases-Airbus-A321-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2745208/Asiana-leases-Airbus-A321-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AeroTurbine adds $97 million to credit facility</title><description>AerCap’s subsidiary has secured an amendment increasing its credit facility to $425 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XbiriGncgi4/AeroTurbine-adds-97-million-to-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2742938/AeroTurbine-adds-97-million-to-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT orders 38 Boeing 737s worth $3.15bn</title><description>The deal includes 15 737-900ERs, making it the largest order for the type from a leasing company.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/xbJRSmTajIU/CIT-orders-38-Boeing-737s-worth-315bn.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2742981/CIT-orders-38-Boeing-737s-worth-315bn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airblue gets two Airbus A319s</title><description>The Pakistani airline has leased two Airbus A319 aircraft from Awas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/9oc2e9bfEBY/Airblue-gets-two-Airbus-A319s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2742327/Airblue-gets-two-Airbus-A319s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First Chinese SPV with foreign bank</title><description>China's CMB Leasing has closed domestic special purpose vehicle (SPV) financing for two Boeing 737-800s, the first Chinese SPV deal to use foreign bank debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bShD3VppPuE/First-Chinese-SPV-with-foreign-bank.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2741389/First-Chinese-SPV-with-foreign-bank.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Debt financing worth $366 million for AerCap</title><description>Netherlands lessor AerCap has secured $366 million financing from seven financial institutions. The funds will finance 10 aircraft and be used for general corporate purposes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qjTShJCacdw/Debt-financing-worth-366-million-for-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2739688/Debt-financing-worth-366-million-for-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates closes s/l with Veling </title><description>Veling, the Mauritius-based lessor, acquires four more Boeing 777-200ERs from Emirates in sale/leaseback transactions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AfESZzrpkAg/Emirates-closes-sl-with-Veling.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2739538/Emirates-closes-sl-with-Veling.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon in $600 million Airbus order</title><description>The Dublin-based lessor has ordered eight Airbus A320s, worth more than $600 million at list prices.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/9M8zgVYTAiE/Avolon-in-600-million-Airbus-order.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2738788/Avolon-in-600-million-Airbus-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Peart joins Aircastle</title><description>Robert Peart, former head of Guggenheim Securities, has joined Aircastle as chief investment officer.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vArZISA34j0/Peart-joins-Aircastle.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2738800/Peart-joins-Aircastle.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion and Marubeni in leasing joint venture</title><description>New joint venture MD Aviation Capital expects to invest in 20 aircraft over the next two years.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Ub3PwlDxNk4/Deucalion-and-Marubeni-in-leasing-joint-venture.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2729378/Deucalion-and-Marubeni-in-leasing-joint-venture.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap to repurchase up to $50 million shares</title><description>The Dutch lessor is to buy back shares in cash.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_Fm6hkD0w_o/AerCap-to-repurchase-up-to-50-million-shares.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2728782/AerCap-to-repurchase-up-to-50-million-shares.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT closes financing for two A320s</title><description>Credit Agricole provided debt financing for two Airbus A320s leased to Hong Kong's Dragonair.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/u-CYabYzg2Q/CIT-closes-financing-for-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2727368/CIT-closes-financing-for-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alafco gets ECA financing for A320</title><description>Kuwaiti lessor Alafco has closed European export credit agency (ECA) financing for one Airbus A320 on lease to Saudi Arabian Airlines.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vv51ULSyE3U/Alafco-gets-ECA-financing-for-A320.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2726600/Alafco-gets-ECA-financing-for-A320.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ILFC CEO on the A320neo</title><description>Henri Courpron, CEO, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), owned by American International Group (AIG) speaks about Airbus’s launch of its new engine option (Neo).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4BNuKdoBW9M/ILFC-CEO-on-the-A320neo.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2725854/ILFC-CEO-on-the-A320neo.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Mixed reactions to Airbus’s Neo</title><description>Irish leasing company, Awas, criticizes Airbus’s decision to re-engine its narrowbody aircraft family, while others raise concerns about impact on residual values.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OZNEolLPe0Y/Mixed-reactions-to-Airbuss-Neo.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2724179/Mixed-reactions-to-Airbuss-Neo.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Europa completes two sale/leasebacks</title><description>German Operating Aircraft Leasing (Goal) will lease two Embraer regional jets to the Spanish airline for a 10-year lease term.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lPUe-bzHOZQ/Air-Europa-completes-two-saleleasebacks.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2721696/Air-Europa-completes-two-saleleasebacks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas opens offices in Africa</title><description>The leasing arm of GE Capital will look to increase African business with new offices in Ghana and South Africa.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hdywzT8qkns/Gecas-opens-offices-in-Africa.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2721718/Gecas-opens-offices-in-Africa.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon gets debt for s/l with Air Berlin</title><description>KfW IPEX provided debt financing for the delivery of one Boeing 737-800.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jSzE1IZgLIA/Avolon-gets-debt-for-sl-with-Air-Berlin.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2721091/Avolon-gets-debt-for-sl-with-Air-Berlin.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investec buys aircraft from Gecas</title><description>Investec fund acquires three narrowbodies from Gecas in October and November. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fX7N80ZeEBM/Investec-buys-aircraft-from-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 15:03:06 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2720180/Investec-buys-aircraft-from-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion delivers 777F to Aerologic</title><description>German cargo airline takes delivery of its eighth Boeing freighter from Deucalion. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cd2pjAc6iKE/Deucalion-delivers-777F-to-Aerologic.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2720371/Deucalion-delivers-777F-to-Aerologic.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>TNT to lease three freighters</title><description>Guggenheim Aviation will deliver three Boeing 777 freighters to TNT Airways in 2011.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/RC0-WqfYPJ4/TNT-to-lease-three-freighters.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2720146/TNT-to-lease-three-freighters.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Easyjet closes sale/leasebacks with Amentum</title><description>Amentum Capital has purchased five aircraft for medium term leaseback to Easyjet and named new senior management.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/W09B5tKYE_g/Easyjet-closes-saleleasebacks-with-Amentum.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2719527/Easyjet-closes-saleleasebacks-with-Amentum.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap to order 15 Boeings</title><description>Dutch Lessor AerCap announces letter of intent for 15 737-800s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/O1DENdHQS3s/AerCap-to-order-15-Boeings.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2717978/AerCap-to-order-15-Boeings.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Embraer partners with AVIC Leasing</title><description>The memorandum of understanding signed today is worth up to $1.5 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gKUPfl_giMQ/Embraer-partners-with-AVIC-Leasing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2717328/Embraer-partners-with-AVIC-Leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Apollo raises $213 million for new fund</title><description>Sciens Aviation Special Opportunities Fund (SASOF) will acquire commercial aircraft for short term lease and parting-out.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/YvRBIMxwjFE/Apollo-raises-213-million-for-new-fund.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2716323/Apollo-raises-213-million-for-new-fund.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas to order ten C919s</title><description>Gecas signs a letter of intent to buy 10 jets from Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) at the Zhuhai Air Show in China.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4aQrVO3sM-c/Gecas-to-order-ten-C919s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2716319/Gecas-to-order-ten-C919s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Transavia and VGS complete sale/leaseback</title><description>The Dutch-owned airline Transavia will lease the used Boeing 737-800 for three years. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eXpYLrI3tlg/Transavia-and-VGS-complete-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2715678/Transavia-and-VGS-complete-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap finances two aircraft</title><description>AerCap has secured debt financing for two aircraft from its 40% share in the Waha portfolio.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_n9lYLHSqcs/AerCap-finances-two-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2715086/AerCap-finances-two-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Indigo and RBS close sale/leaseback</title><description>RBS Aviation Capital has acquired two Airbus A320-200s from IndiGo in a sale/leaseback transaction.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sSUlwN-au_w/Indigo-and-RBS-close-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2715274/Indigo-and-RBS-close-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Loechteken joins ILFC</title><description>The former AerCap CIO and CFO heads up International Lease Finance Corporation’s (ILFC) portfolio management strategy in newly created role.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WG9li9H_OJI/Loechteken-joins-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2712849/Loechteken-joins-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Investec closes ECA financing for ATR jets</title><description>Investec and Credit Agricole CIB have closed financing for three ATR 72-500s with export credit agency (ECA) support. Financing for three additional aircraft to close by end of year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ys9FnBlKqTU/Investec-closes-ECA-financing-for-ATR-jets.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2712232/Investec-closes-ECA-financing-for-ATR-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap reports $478m revenue for Q3 </title><description>AerCap Holdings increased its total revenue to $478 million for the third quarter of 2010 compared to last year’s $212.5 million. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ojRTVpohAcM/AerCap-reports-478m-revenue-for-Q3.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2711709/AerCap-reports-478m-revenue-for-Q3.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Amentum senior management leave</title><description>The senior managers will leave Amentum Capital by the end of next week. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eNfx4X7flmg/Amentum-senior-management-leave.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2710515/Amentum-senior-management-leave.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc Aviation orders 30 Airbus A320s</title><description>The Asia-based lessor has signed a firm order for 30 Airbus A320s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ogPCHEkIYFE/Boc-Aviation-orders-30-Airbus-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2709995/Boc-Aviation-orders-30-Airbus-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Flydubai and Avolon sign sale/leaseback</title><description>The Dubai-based low cost carrier has signed sale/leaseback agreements with Avolon for four Boeing 737-800NGs.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kQVOpCVLrR0/Flydubai-and-Avolon-sign-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2710104/Flydubai-and-Avolon-sign-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc Aviation orders eight Boeing 777s</title><description>The Asia-based lessor will lease all eight aircraft to Thai Airways.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5GGVp5sUcrk/Boc-Aviation-orders-eight-Boeing-777s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2706152/Boc-Aviation-orders-eight-Boeing-777s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Q Aviation gets $200m senior debt loan</title><description>Natixis Transport Finance and DVB Bank were co-arrangers and co-underwriters.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/6L4IEDnAh-U/Q-Aviation-gets-200m-senior-debt-loan.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2708359/Q-Aviation-gets-200m-senior-debt-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal Analysis: Waha acquires 20% stake in AerCap</title><description>AerCap expands aircraft portfolio as Waha moves from operating to investing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1qhXmKQiWw8/Deal-Analysis-Waha-acquires-20-stake-in-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2701210/Deal-Analysis-Waha-acquires-20-stake-in-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>China Cargo Airlines gets new Boeing 777F </title><description>The Boeing 777F freighter is on lease from Gecas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QbpfUrMldW0/China-Cargo-Airlines-gets-new-Boeing-777F.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2699637/China-Cargo-Airlines-gets-new-Boeing-777F.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ICBC Leasing secures $163 million financing</title><description>DVB Bank arranged and underwrote the five year term loan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/IIY-5rMs62c/ICBC-Leasing-secures-163-million-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2698630/ICBC-Leasing-secures-163-million-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Waha Capital to acquire 20% stake in AerCap</title><description>Abu Dhabi holding company Waha Capital is to acquire a 20% stake in AerCap in an exchange valued at $380 million. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/X_6VUfp605Q/Waha-Capital-to-acquire-20-stake-in-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2698895/Waha-Capital-to-acquire-20-stake-in-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cam mandates Precision for Boeing 757-200 combi </title><description>Cargo Aircraft Management (Cam) has mandated Precision Conversions to design a Boeing 757-200 combination passenger/cargo, or combi, aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yiRVE7oPwsU/Cam-mandates-Precision-for-Boeing-757-200-combi.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2697173/Cam-mandates-Precision-for-Boeing-757-200-combi.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GMT Global mandates BAE Systems  </title><description>GMT Global Republic Aviation has mandated BAE Systems to remarket eight Airbus A340 family aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5hXL10xA7do/GMT-Global-mandates-BAE-Systems.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2010 17:34:40 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2696598/GMT-Global-mandates-BAE-Systems.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle to acquire two Boeing freighters</title><description>Aircastle is to acquire two Boeing 747-400 freighters from Japan Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1YD-e9tEzP4/Aircastle-to-acquire-two-Boeing-freighters.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695812/Aircastle-to-acquire-two-Boeing-freighters.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SkyWest leases four Bombardier CRJ900s </title><description>SkyWest Leasing, a subsidiary of SkyWest Airlines, has taken delivery of four Bombardier CRJ900s from Waha Leasing. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gIzgrJsLnuw/SkyWest-leases-four-Bombardier-CRJ900s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695618/SkyWest-leases-four-Bombardier-CRJ900s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>West Atlantic leases first converted Airbus A320 </title><description>AerCap has placed the first converted Airbus A320 freighter with West Atlantic European cargo operator.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/D4VvEYMjYlI/West-Atlantic-leases-first-converted-Airbus-A320.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695857/West-Atlantic-leases-first-converted-Airbus-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG closes $600 million financing</title><description>Four international banks were joint-book runners for the $600 million issue of senior unsecured notes.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pGM_KzRpyl8/ACG-closes-600-million-financing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695016/ACG-closes-600-million-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bunyan joins Awas </title><description>Daniel Bunyan joins Awas as head of portfolio management.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/31ofa_XQuFY/Bunyan-joins-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695150/Bunyan-joins-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Japan Airlines takes delivery of one Boeing 737</title><description>Gecas delivers one Boeing 737 to Japan Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Ioi3OzjBJrU/Japan-Airlines-takes-delivery-of-one-Boeing-737.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2695127/Japan-Airlines-takes-delivery-of-one-Boeing-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>LCI closes financing for Airbus A330 </title><description>Credit Agricole-CIB (CA-CIB) provided the financing for the Airbus A330-300 on lease to Singapore Airlines</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gV-d3gpOLqk/LCI-closes-financing-for-Airbus-A330.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2694478/LCI-closes-financing-for-Airbus-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Wizz Air gets financing for three A320s</title><description>Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) to deliver three Airbus A320s to Wizz Air in the second quarter of 2011.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_ocxGz5igxA/Wizz-Air-gets-financing-for-three-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2693490/Wizz-Air-gets-financing-for-three-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerSale gets Boeing 747-400s</title><description>Japan Airlines sheds aircraft with sale of 19 Boeing widebodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hsLobP4R7co/AerSale-gets-Boeing-747-400s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2692936/AerSale-gets-Boeing-747-400s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Lease Corporation to acquire 15 Embraer jets</title><description>Embraer and Air Lease Corporation (ALC) have signed a deal for 15 Embraer 190 jets and five options. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/u0mxt5r1aL8/Air-Lease-Corporation-to-acquire-15-Embraer-jets.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2693088/Air-Lease-Corporation-to-acquire-15-Embraer-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chengdu gets two A320s</title><description>The Airbus A320-200s are on lease from China Aircraft Leasing Company (CALC).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/RxlFzHLErRs/Chengdu-gets-two-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2691583/Chengdu-gets-two-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC repays $2 billion loan</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) pays down $2 billion in bank debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Coq-VrsC2_g/ILFC-repays-2-billion-loan.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2683967/ILFC-repays-2-billion-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nordwind takes delivery of Boeing 767</title><description>Awas delivers one Boeing 767-300ER to Nordwind Airlines in Russia.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nVxcgGVwgHA/Nordwind-takes-delivery-of-Boeing-767.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2683736/Nordwind-takes-delivery-of-Boeing-767.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avianca-Taca and Gecas sign sale/leaseback</title><description>The Latin American carrier has signed a sale/leaseback agreement for three new Airbus A320s.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/mpAwdvmUXk0/Avianca-Taca-and-Gecas-sign-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2682312/Avianca-Taca-and-Gecas-sign-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Lease Corporation firms order for 60 Boeings</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC), Steven Udvar-Hazy's start-up leasing company, finalises order for 60 Boeing 737 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/FSH9tQTznoA/Air-Lease-Corporation-firms-order-for-60-Boeings.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2681885/Air-Lease-Corporation-firms-order-for-60-Boeings.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Two more sale/leasebacks for Air Berlin</title><description>Air Berlin closes two sale/leasebacks with Macquarie AirFinance for used A320s. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AM2Zfp2nEBI/Two-more-saleleasebacks-for-Air-Berlin.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2681846/Two-more-saleleasebacks-for-Air-Berlin.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Nok Air leases Boeing from Awas</title><description>Awas delivers one Boeing 737-400 to Nok Air in Thailand.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Q6nS0ccDD-w/Nok-Air-leases-Boeing-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2679316/Nok-Air-leases-Boeing-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Norwegian Air Shuttle to lease three Boeings</title><description>Irish lessor Awas is to lease three new Boeing 737-800s to Norwegian Air Shuttle.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WRrDGksaSPY/Norwegian-Air-Shuttle-to-lease-three-Boeings.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2678450/Norwegian-Air-Shuttle-to-lease-three-Boeings.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/DniStgZV-ok/Awas-to-raise-600-million.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2677251/Awas-to-raise-600-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United Airways takes delivery of one Airbus A310</title><description>The Airbus A310-300 is on lease from Phoenix Aircraft Leasing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/wrPLzfBS3yo/United-Airways-takes-delivery-of-one-Airbus-A310.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2677223/United-Airways-takes-delivery-of-one-Airbus-A310.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion acquires two Boeing 747s</title><description>The two Boeing 747-400 aircraft will be converted into freighters. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/If9eI3XanJU/Deucalion-acquires-two-Boeing-747s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2676428/Deucalion-acquires-two-Boeing-747s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc Aviation promotes three executives</title><description>Boc Aviation has promoted three senior executives to new positions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/xYJL-m-wP5s/Boc-Aviation-promotes-three-executives.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2674117/Boc-Aviation-promotes-three-executives.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Waha Capital acquires two Airbus A330s</title><description>The aircraft will be on lease to Singapore Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/U9K0jTBwzho/Waha-Capital-acquires-two-Airbus-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2674216/Waha-Capital-acquires-two-Airbus-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC hires marketing vice president</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) hires former Airbus executive as vice president of transactions.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UcLKfWI0H0k/ILFC-hires-marketing-vice-president.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2673208/ILFC-hires-marketing-vice-president.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation closes first capital markets financing</title><description>The Singapore aircraft lessor issues S$45 million medium term notes</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/i2ftEAdqOdo/BOC-Aviation-closes-first-capital-markets-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2672278/BOC-Aviation-closes-first-capital-markets-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deal Analysis: ILFC's path back to investment grade</title><description>Since the start of 2010, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) has raised about $10 billion in financing with aircraft sales and secured and unsecured loans. It has been a strategic process geared at becoming an investment-grade company again, according to Henri Courpron, CEO, ILFC and Fred Cromer, CFO, ILFC.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/uUWYWryAyIc/Deal-Analysis-ILFCs-path-back-to-investment-grade.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2665130/Deal-Analysis-ILFCs-path-back-to-investment-grade.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon hires new chief technical officer</title><description>Thomas Cook executive joins Avolon senior management.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bzJdFoQOodo/Avolon-hires-new-chief-technical-officer.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2663645/Avolon-hires-new-chief-technical-officer.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease orders six Sukhoi Superjets</title><description>The California lessor has signed a memorandum of understanding with SuperJet International to purchase six aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1sMoGVFP2Kk/Willis-Lease-orders-six-Sukhoi-Superjets.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2661867/Willis-Lease-orders-six-Sukhoi-Superjets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation Capital Group hires head of marketing</title><description>Aviation Capital Group's (ACG) former vice president of business development, John Feren, takes over global marketing and portfolio management.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/wbVm5fYGZ5U/Aviation-Capital-Group-hires-head-of-marketing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2661038/Aviation-Capital-Group-hires-head-of-marketing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SriLankan Airlines signs sale/leaseback</title><description>The deal includes three Airbus A330 aircraft on lease from Aircastle.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/J61-XP3dREM/SriLankan-Airlines-signs-saleleaseback.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2660915/SriLankan-Airlines-signs-saleleaseback.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS Aviation Capital hires new senior vice president</title><description>The former director of marketing for Greenstone will be in charge of airline marketing in the Americas for RBS.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kmIgQGI4Rsk/RBS-Aviation-Capital-hires-new-senior-vice-president.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2660100/RBS-Aviation-Capital-hires-new-senior-vice-president.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc Aviation mandates KfW IPEX</title><description>KfW IPEX provided debt financing for one new Boeing 737. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5W9V1Q2Rv38/Boc-Aviation-mandates-KfW-IPEX.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2655829/Boc-Aviation-mandates-KfW-IPEX.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC repays loans</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) has repaid its $3.9 billion in loans from American International Group (AIG).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/JWviKSs4LM4/ILFC-repays-loans.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2655372/ILFC-repays-loans.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Orix Aviation leases three Boeing aircraft </title><description>The Irish lessor has completed three leasing transactions with three different airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OfVQ9vXT_Ns/Orix-Aviation-leases-three-Boeing-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2654601/Orix-Aviation-leases-three-Boeing-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas gets PDP financing</title><description>Awas will use the predelivery payment financing for six Boeing 737 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MJBIHwRhN4w/Awas-gets-PDP-financing.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2653157/Awas-gets-PDP-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie AirFinance acquires three aircraft from ILFC</title><description>Macquarie AirFinance has acquired two A320 family aircraft and one Boeing 737.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Fn-wMPVzUzU/Macquarie-AirFinance-acquires-three-aircraft-from-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2652459/Macquarie-AirFinance-acquires-three-aircraft-from-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin in sale/leaseback deal with ALC </title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has purchased two used Boeing 737-800s from Air Berlin.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lsca7lN0Af0/Air-Berlin-in-saleleaseback-deal-with-ALC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2651440/Air-Berlin-in-saleleaseback-deal-with-ALC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France signs sale/leaseback with ALC</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has signed an agreement with Air France for six aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Vx5FZkvm1Pc/Air-France-signs-saleleaseback-with-ALC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2651462/Air-France-signs-saleleaseback-with-ALC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boc Aviation mandates BNP for debt financing</title><description>Boc Aviation will take delivery of six Boeing 737 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OCjD8kij_SM/Boc-Aviation-mandates-BNP-for-debt-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2651338/Boc-Aviation-mandates-BNP-for-debt-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Omega Leasing finances pool of seven engines</title><description>The joint venture between Rolls-Royce and GATX closes financing for a pool of seven Rolls-Royce engines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cHGHE84bnNQ/Omega-Leasing-finances-pool-of-seven-engines.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2650465/Omega-Leasing-finances-pool-of-seven-engines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guggenheim signs deal for Airbus A330</title><description>The Airbus A330-300 is on operating lease to China Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WiSUTRbA9fE/Guggenheim-signs-deal-for-Airbus-A330.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2648649/Guggenheim-signs-deal-for-Airbus-A330.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avmax gets two BAe 146-200s </title><description>The Canada-based lessor has taken delivery of two used BAe 146-200s from BAe Systems</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MboP6pdT8MI/Avmax-gets-two-BAe-146-200s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2646996/Avmax-gets-two-BAe-146-200s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Omega Leasing closes financing for eight engines </title><description>The joint venture between Rolls-Rocye and GATX finds financing for engine pool. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vPUYVSSidf8/Omega-Leasing-closes-financing-for-eight-engines.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2642811/Omega-Leasing-closes-financing-for-eight-engines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap signs $108 million of debt facilities</title><description>The Netherlands-based lessor has signed two separate debt facilities totalling $108 million for Airbus aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LCDjEiRt5HQ/AerCap-signs-108-million-of-debt-facilities.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2640716/AerCap-signs-108-million-of-debt-facilities.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Waha Capital gets financing for Boeing 777-200ER</title><description>The aircraft is on operating lease to Malaysia Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/M-A6cK4gFVo/Waha-Capital-gets-financing-for-Boeing-777-200ER.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2639725/Waha-Capital-gets-financing-for-Boeing-777-200ER.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: 2010 Operating Lease Survey</title><description>Liquidity flows in for operating leasing to fund new companies entering the aircraft market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hlG8_6oSlek/Feature-2010-Operating-Lease-Survey.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2636134/Feature-2010-Operating-Lease-Survey.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas orders 60 Airbus narrowbodies</title><description>US lessor Gecas places a total of 100 aircraft orders with Airbus and Boeing at Farnborough. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3FAu-Q0Vbb0/Gecas-orders-60-Airbus-narrowbodies.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:22:34 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2633104/Gecas-orders-60-Airbus-narrowbodies.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Lease Corporation is open for business</title><description>Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has officially launched as a new global leasing company. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/xiy7pLA_e24/Air-Lease-Corporation-is-open-for-business.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2632219/Air-Lease-Corporation-is-open-for-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin in sale/leaseback deal with Avolon</title><description>Avolon has acquired two Airbus A320 aircraft from Air Berlin. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aqOO19jkFY4/Air-Berlin-in-saleleaseback-deal-with-Avolon.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2631443/Air-Berlin-in-saleleaseback-deal-with-Avolon.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>IndiGo closes sale/leaseback for Airbus A320</title><description>DVB Bank has financed the sale/leaseback of one Airbus A320-200 aircraft for Virgo Investment Group and Q Aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Jll4Yu7Bjww/IndiGo-closes-saleleaseback-for-Airbus-A320.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2630575/IndiGo-closes-saleleaseback-for-Airbus-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie AirFinance buys two Embraer 190s from Jetscape</title><description>Jetscape has sold two Embraer 190s to Macquarie AirFinance. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vTfIeaFfMeo/Macquarie-AirFinance-buys-two-Embraer-190s-from-Jetscape.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2620521/Macquarie-AirFinance-buys-two-Embraer-190s-from-Jetscape.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sisson to be Awas CEO</title><description>Aircraft leasing company Awas has chosen new CEO after Frank Pray resigned in March.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/JBkumC76HyU/Sisson-to-be-Awas-CEO.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2619999/Sisson-to-be-Awas-CEO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spring gets aircraft from BOC Aviation</title><description>China remains a key market for the aircraft leasing company based in Singapore.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nAFkK1-OUh8/Spring-gets-aircraft-from-BOC-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2619066/Spring-gets-aircraft-from-BOC-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alafco refinances one Boeing 777-200ER</title><description>The five-year loan will refinance the Boeing widebody on lease to Transaero. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/whWwbl68BaI/Alafco-refinances-one-Boeing-777-200ER.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2604180/Alafco-refinances-one-Boeing-777-200ER.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Royal Jordanian to lease seven Airbus aircraft</title><description>Awas to lease seven new Airbus A320s and A321s to replace six Airbus aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/s-6vBnI3MfY/Royal-Jordanian-to-lease-seven-Airbus-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2603199/Royal-Jordanian-to-lease-seven-Airbus-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC mandates three banks for financing</title><description>BOC Aviation has mandated three banks to finance 10 aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7inY0A-K7nc/BOC-mandates-three-banks-for-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2602231/BOC-mandates-three-banks-for-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Airstream expands sales team</title><description>The remarketing and leasing company has hired a new sales executive.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BbWQKLU5ku4/Airstream-expands-sales-team.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2599125/Airstream-expands-sales-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle acquires Boeing 737-800</title><description>US lessor places aircraft with Travel Service Airlines</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/R1D0G16Dszw/Aircastle-acquires-Boeing-737-800.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2594158/Aircastle-acquires-Boeing-737-800.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Riding the private equity wave</title><description>Private equity has discovered aircraft leasing, with more than $3 billion-worth of investments set to close in 2010, reports Alasdair Whyte.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/C55-8CQgVFE/Feature-Riding-the-private-equity-wave.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2593062/Feature-Riding-the-private-equity-wave.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Fewer investors interested in JOLs </title><description>Despite having financed aircraft for more than a decade using Japanese operating leases, Japanese investors have been less interested in the product.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3gwGp5VXc_0/Feature-Fewer-investors-interested-in-JOLs.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2585986/Feature-Fewer-investors-interested-in-JOLs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Transat to lease two A330s</title><description>CIT Aerospace is to lease two Airbus A330s to Air Transat in Canada. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qloWY0HER0w/Air-Transat-to-lease-two-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2584148/Air-Transat-to-lease-two-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New ownership structure for GAAM</title><description>Global Aviation Asset Management (GAAM) changes its ownership structure and appoints new advisory board. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/d7UMjHtWTPw/New-ownership-structure-for-GAAM.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2583860/New-ownership-structure-for-GAAM.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Detaining Aircraft For EU ETS Non-Compliance</title><description>The European Emissions Trading Scheme will not have such a major impact on aircraft lease agreements. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5_no0RxPzsw/Feature-Detaining-Aircraft-For-EU-ETS-Non-Compliance.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2580851/Feature-Detaining-Aircraft-For-EU-ETS-Non-Compliance.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pricing for Awas $530 million loan</title><description>Awas, an aircraft leasing company owned by Terra Firma, is refinancing two facilities with a six-year term loan arranged by Goldman Sachs and Credit Agricole. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fppa44YuLkY/Pricing-for-Awas-530-million-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2581066/Pricing-for-Awas-530-million-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>African Airlines Investments acquires five BAe 146s</title><description>Lessor is to use the aircraft to cater for expanding sub-Saharan market.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZYbfRq5H5-Q/African-Airlines-Investments-acquires-five-BAe-146s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2578783/African-Airlines-Investments-acquires-five-BAe-146s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Avolon to acquire six Airbus aircraft</title><description>Avolon and AerCap are also to form a joint venture to manage three Airbus A330 aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Zov6WTiJ_aE/Avolon-to-acquire-six-Airbus-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2578141/Avolon-to-acquire-six-Airbus-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Orix closes two leases, extends one</title><description>Orix Aviation has completed three transactions, including two leases and one lease extension.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/c6qltywjIqA/Orix-closes-two-leases-extends-one.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2578229/Orix-closes-two-leases-extends-one.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap raises $190 million of debt</title><description>The lessor will use the loan to purchase Airbus aircraft.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/FYThzS4Pngw/AerCap-raises-190-million-of-debt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2576063/AerCap-raises-190-million-of-debt.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation Lease Advisors  makes appointment</title><description>Japanese operating lease arranger hires senior advisor.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kLGkjFqeODQ/Aviation-Lease-Advisorsmakes-appointment.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2547183/Aviation-Lease-Advisorsmakes-appointment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Lease Corporation launches offering</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation’s former CEO, Steven Udvar-Hazy, launches private common stock offering for his latest venture Air Lease Corporation (ALC). </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/iGbQfIP4_mE/Air-Lease-Corporation-launches-offering.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2487745/Air-Lease-Corporation-launches-offering.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas delivers two aircraft</title><description>Aerolineas Argentinas gets an Airbus A340 from Awas, while Mistral Air in Italy gets a Boeing 737CL. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lrWJ0gJOeeg/Awas-delivers-two-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2485413/Awas-delivers-two-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC leases three aircraft</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) is to lease aircraft to Nesma Airlines and Nordwind Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/heTuUf6Quq8/ILFC-leases-three-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2485624/ILFC-leases-three-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Second domestic SPV for ICBC</title><description>Air China has signed a lease with ICBC Leasing worth $150 million for a total of three Airbus and Boeing aircraft.  </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Apv3v0A3zSo/Second-domestic-SPV-for-ICBC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2482715/Second-domestic-SPV-for-ICBC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Erste Bank finances four Boeing aircraft</title><description>Erste Bank has closed financings for a total of four Boeing aircraft for Aergo Capital and GA Telesis. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eHDj_hLC93A/Erste-Bank-finances-four-Boeing-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2481377/Erste-Bank-finances-four-Boeing-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Executive resigns from Aircastle</title><description>US lessor Aircastle loses its chief investment officer. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8gOPEHCxTM8/Executive-resigns-from-Aircastle.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2480235/Executive-resigns-from-Aircastle.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>FlyMex leases two Embraer jets</title><description>FlyMex, the Mexican charter airline, has leased two Embraer ERJ-135 jets from ECC Leasing Company, an Embraer subsidiary. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/on8L8-72Srg/FlyMex-leases-two-Embraer-jets.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2477934/FlyMex-leases-two-Embraer-jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ECA finance for VALC</title><description>Vietnamese Airlines Leasing Corporation (VALC) has financed two ATRs with export credit.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XXNcQIhxbtg/ECA-finance-for-VALC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2473835/ECA-finance-for-VALC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Xtra Airways takes delivery of Boeing 737</title><description>Irish lessor AWAS has delivered a second Boeing 737-400 to Xtra Airways in the US.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/69jTw_ZUvng/Xtra-Airways-takes-delivery-of-Boeing-737.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2474153/Xtra-Airways-takes-delivery-of-Boeing-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Berlin in sale/leaseback with MCAP</title><description>Air Berlin will lease three Boeing aircraft from MC Aviation Partners (MCAP).</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-BlpzGjFtEg/Air-Berlin-in-saleleaseback-with-MCAP.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2471608/Air-Berlin-in-saleleaseback-with-MCAP.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>SkyWorks Leasing makes new appointment</title><description>US lessor appoints new managing director.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OuU9FO7nRqc/SkyWorks-Leasing-makes-new-appointment.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2470669/SkyWorks-Leasing-makes-new-appointment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Emirates signs engine sale/leaseback deal</title><description>Emirates will lease the engines from Gecas.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/awD28r04_AU/Emirates-signs-engine-saleleaseback-deal.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2466948/Emirates-signs-engine-saleleaseback-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas appoints new vice president</title><description>New vice president of sales and marketing at Gecas division.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/a3i9HxDMqAQ/Gecas-appoints-new-vice-president.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2466918/Gecas-appoints-new-vice-president.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dragon Aviation mandates CA-CIB</title><description>Credit Agricole Corporate &amp; Investment Bank (CA-CIB) will arrange the commercial financing of one Airbus A320. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-atF9FD9udU/Dragon-Aviation-mandates-CA-CIB.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2464831/Dragon-Aviation-mandates-CA-CIB.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie acquires $2 billion ILFC portfolio</title><description>Australia’s Macquarie Bank will acquire an operating lease portfolio from AIG’s International Lease Finance Corp (ILFC) worth close to $2 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UoT_xu9TPlo/Macquarie-acquires-2-billion-ILFC-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2464546/Macquarie-acquires-2-billion-ILFC-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Strategic Airlines leases one A320 from Awas</title><description>Awas delivered the aircraft to the airline on Saturday. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4Lhydj-Pcb8/Strategic-Airlines-leases-one-A320-from-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2459140/Strategic-Airlines-leases-one-A320-from-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC upsize $2b unsecured deal</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), the aircraft leasing company owned by American International Group (AIG), taps the capital markets for an additional $500 million. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4CUxChnlFpI/ILFC-upsize-2b-unsecured-deal.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2455755/ILFC-upsize-2b-unsecured-deal.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Orix sells two aircraft, re-leases seven</title><description>Orix Aviation has announced the sale of two aircraft and extended leases on seven others.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7DQzmsCdCEM/Orix-sells-two-aircraft-re-leases-seven.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2455750/Orix-sells-two-aircraft-re-leases-seven.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap and Genesis merger complete</title><description>Two listed lessors merge, creating largest public aircraft lessor. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-YKSWvB8m4c/AerCap-and-Genesis-merger-complete.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2452670/AerCap-and-Genesis-merger-complete.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas refinances 737NG with loan from DVB</title><description>Irish leasing company, Awas, has completed the refinancing of a Boeing 737-700 with DVB.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Eyq7IssrftE/Awas-refinances-737NG-with-loan-from-DVB.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2452648/Awas-refinances-737NG-with-loan-from-DVB.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Update: ILFC’s bank facility amendment</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), owned by American International Group (AIG), is hoping to amend its unsecured bank facility to allow the company to raise more secured debt. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QuCcKobBfjQ/Update-ILFCs-bank-facility-amendment.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:34:05 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2451819/Update-ILFCs-bank-facility-amendment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation posts record profits after “breakout year”</title><description>Bank of China’s leasing company, BOC Aviation, had a record year. Robert Martin, CEO of BOC Aviation, speaks about the company’s growth.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kj9CkEhtF8A/BOC-Aviation-posts-record-profits-after-breakout-year.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2451738/BOC-Aviation-posts-record-profits-after-breakout-year.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deucalion JV acquires first engine portfolio</title><description>Deucalion MC Engine Leasing, a joint venture between DVB Bank, Mitsubishi and Engine Lease Finance (ELF), acquires its first engine portfolio </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/KDNQOWnGPzE/Deucalion-JV-acquires-first-engine-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2451646/Deucalion-JV-acquires-first-engine-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>$137 million 2009 profit for BOC Aviation</title><description>Asia-based lessor BOC Aviation increased its 2009 profits by 28% compared to the last year. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/xHxoj3cB7yk/137-million-2009-profit-for-BOC-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2450636/137-million-2009-profit-for-BOC-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC prices $2 billion unsecured bond</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), owned by American International Group (AIG), prices first senior unsecured notes since 2008. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XDXpEMR0f-k/ILFC-prices-2-billion-unsecured-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:40:03 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2448187/ILFC-prices-2-billion-unsecured-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC launches $1 billion unsecured bond</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) launches first unsecured bond in 18 months. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XUlnAFBjcBs/ILFC-launches-1-billion-unsecured-bond.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2447406/ILFC-launches-1-billion-unsecured-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas tightens spread on Ex-Im bond</title><description>Gecas, the aircraft leasing subsidiary of GE, announces spread on Ex-Im bond launched earlier this week. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/KHvoGdTkbxc/Gecas-tightens-spread-on-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2443168/Gecas-tightens-spread-on-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC seeks amendment for unsecured facility</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), owned by American International Group, plans to renegotiate terms of $2.5 billion credit facility.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/9kQkM_ennsM/ILFC-seeks-amendment-for-unsecured-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2443097/ILFC-seeks-amendment-for-unsecured-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hong Kong Aviation Company appoints CEO</title><description>Hong Kong Aviation Company (HKAC) hires senior banker to head its aircraft leasing business.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/mQw_icKU9xE/Hong-Kong-Aviation-Company-appoints-CEO.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2442019/Hong-Kong-Aviation-Company-appoints-CEO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First Ex-Im bond for Gecas</title><description>GE's aircraft leasing company, Gecas, launches an Ex-Im bond to refinance five Boeing aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/F7CpSd5syJI/First-Ex-Im-bond-for-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2441247/First-Ex-Im-bond-for-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC upsizes secured loan to $1.3 billion</title><description>Aircraft leasing company, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), owned by American International Group (AIG), will offer two secured term loans, totalling $1.3 billion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/g14nuC_zm_c/ILFC-upsizes-secured-loan-to-13-billion.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2407469/ILFC-upsizes-secured-loan-to-13-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Feature: Emerging Cautiously </title><description>With China's prominence in the global economy, aviation clients expect China to step up its financing of international deliveries. However, Chinese banks and leasing companies remain cautious about expanding too quickly, writes JoAnn DeLuna. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fFxscq3svPw/Feature-Emerging-Cautiously.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2396984/Feature-Emerging-Cautiously.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC explores $3.5 billion worth of aircraft sales</title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), owned by American International Group (AIG), will consider aircraft sales to raise money.   </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ap5kcR0P6do/ILFC-explores-35-billion-worth-of-aircraft-sales.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:59:09 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2403620/ILFC-explores-35-billion-worth-of-aircraft-sales.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>First Greenwich Kahala acquires 10 aircraft</title><description>This is the first purchase for First Greenwich Kahala in almost two years.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5jTkzNkYWhE/First-Greenwich-Kahala-acquires-10-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2403688/First-Greenwich-Kahala-acquires-10-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC to raise $750m with secured loan</title><description>Operating lease company, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), is in the market to raise $750 million to repay maturing debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eM_hoMkGlRM/ILFC-to-raise-750m-with-secured-loan.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2398728/ILFC-to-raise-750m-with-secured-loan.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fitch downgrades ILFC to junk</title><description>Approximately $18 billion of debt is affected. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/oL8cj_Gbcho/Fitch-downgrades-ILFC-to-junk.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2395878/Fitch-downgrades-ILFC-to-junk.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Hazy on being free from ILFC</title><description>Just 10 days after resigning from AIG, Steven Udvar-Hazy has already closed deals for his new aircraft leasing company. He is in discussions with investors and planning to order new aircraft. Hazy reveals his plans in an exclusive interview with Sophie Segal, editor, Airfinance Journal. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dbuJ5msL-fk/Exclusive-Hazy-on-being-free-from-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2393847/Exclusive-Hazy-on-being-free-from-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sky Holding delivers first aircraft with Avianca</title><description>New leasing company, Sky Holding, closes its first sale/leaseback with the Latin American carrier.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/h-ZBRxu2XJ0/Sky-Holding-delivers-first-aircraft-with-Avianca.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2392695/Sky-Holding-delivers-first-aircraft-with-Avianca.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cobham to lease two Avro RJ100s</title><description>BAE Systems Jets will lease two Avro RJ100s on long-term lease to Cobham Aviation Services Australia for Chevron’s Gorgon gas fields project.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vPENc_EJV6c/Cobham-to-lease-two-Avro-RJ100s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2391023/Cobham-to-lease-two-Avro-RJ100s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hazy to leave ILFC</title><description>Steven Udvar-Hazy will leave operating lessor, International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), after a bid to purchase a portfolio of aircraft from parent, American International Group (AIG), was rejected. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BenIcnDPsa8/Hazy-to-leave-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2379546/Hazy-to-leave-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EXCLUSIVE: Seven key RBS Aviation Capital managers resign for new Oak Hill lessor Avolon</title><description>Domhnal Slattery, founder of RBS Aviation Capital, hires management team for new Oak Hill backed aircraft leasing company, Avolon. The resignations could slow the sale of Royal Bank of Scotland's aircraft leasing subsidiary. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/6Weto9ngVAQ/EXCLUSIVE-Seven-key-RBS-Aviation-Capital-managers-resign-for-new-Oak-Hill-lessor-Avolon.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2372642/EXCLUSIVE-Seven-key-RBS-Aviation-Capital-managers-resign-for-new-Oak-Hill-lessor-Avolon.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco Aviation sale completed</title><description>HNA Group finally acquires Allco Aviation seven months after being named the buyer. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/rn6CaIV89OQ/Allco-Aviation-sale-completed.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2367914/Allco-Aviation-sale-completed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Augsburg Airways to operate two E190s</title><description>Aircraft Asset Management signed a firm order for the aircraft valued at $79 million at list prices.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/r78maAaENGA/Augsburg-Airways-to-operate-two-E190s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2365207/Augsburg-Airways-to-operate-two-E190s.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ICBC Leasing signs deals for China Southern and Cathay </title><description>Chinese aircraft leasing company finances three aircraft in December.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/6Z4GcBP7_G4/ICBC-Leasing-signs-deals-for-China-Southern-and-Cathay.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2361572/ICBC-Leasing-signs-deals-for-China-Southern-and-Cathay.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>JSC Moskovia Airlines sub-leases 737s  </title><description>Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) will sub-lease two Boeing 737-800s to JSC Moskovia Airlines. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QthbaJ9_Csc/JSC-Moskovia-Airlines-sub-leases-737s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2361390/JSC-Moskovia-Airlines-sub-leases-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air France/KLM closes sale/leaseback with Amentum Capital</title><description>The Embraer E190 will be on lease to KLM Royal Dutch Airlines for 10 years.   </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eI1AyqQ6jcE/Air-FranceKLM-closes-saleleaseback-with-Amentum-Capital.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2360526/Air-FranceKLM-closes-saleleaseback-with-Amentum-Capital.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>easyJet takes deliver of one Airbus A319</title><description>BNP Paribas closed the commercial loan financing for the aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1OPXwVhrLT8/easyJet-takes-deliver-of-one-Airbus-A319.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2360522/easyJet-takes-deliver-of-one-Airbus-A319.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>EXCLUSIVE: Sky and Oaktree together (again) with $500 million</title><description>Private equity firm, Oaktree Capital, will invest $500 million with new leasing company, Sky Holding. In their first interview since getting finance, the team reveal their strategy. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MYq4p5OmD1w/EXCLUSIVE-Sky-and-Oaktree-together-again-with-500-million.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2358254/EXCLUSIVE-Sky-and-Oaktree-together-again-with-500-million.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Embraer and CLC sign MOU</title><description>Embraer and CDB Leasing Company team up in a deal that could be worth $2.2 billion over the next three years. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AMZ476s-RUs/Embraer-and-CLC-sign-MOU.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:14:43 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2356620/Embraer-and-CLC-sign-MOU.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CLC purchases 12 Gecas aircraft</title><description>The aircraft have been bought with leases attached. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/zYMu7k_BKZk/CLC-purchases-12-Gecas-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2355836/CLC-purchases-12-Gecas-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BA closes milestone sale/leaseback in China</title><description>ICBC Leasing closed the first foreign aircraft leasing transaction for two Boeing 777-200ERs. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/zX2kXiFggT0/BA-closes-milestone-saleleaseback-in-China.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2354687/BA-closes-milestone-saleleaseback-in-China.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle leases second A330 to Avianca</title><description>Calyon arranged and provided the debt financing for an Airbus A330-200 on lease to Avianca.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MflJ5cKxWkM/Aircastle-leases-second-A330-to-Avianca.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2353803/Aircastle-leases-second-A330-to-Avianca.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Air Slovakia wet leases aircraft to Albanian Airlines  </title><description>Air Slovakia wet leases five aircraft to Albanian Airlines in one-year ACMI deal. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/m3Ig62TuKfU/Air-Slovakia-wet-leases-aircraft-to-Albanian-Airlines.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2347544/Air-Slovakia-wet-leases-aircraft-to-Albanian-Airlines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC selling $2.5 billion aircraft portfolio</title><description>ILFC is looking to sell aircraft on lease worth $2.5 billion rather than selling all of the AIG's aircraft leasing company.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XzVoteP3nMw/ILFC-selling-25-billion-aircraft-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2344918/ILFC-selling-25-billion-aircraft-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>WLFC closes $240m credit facility</title><description>Willis Lease Finance Corporation closes a $240 million deal for engine acquisitions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/VA0_hp6C6Ko/WLFC-closes-240m-credit-facility.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2345052/WLFC-closes-240m-credit-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ACG takes delivery of 737</title><description>The 737-800 is the first of four aircraft to deliver.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/c1Ruh0EVDIY/ACG-takes-delivery-of-737.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2344156/ACG-takes-delivery-of-737.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GE Capital launches breakthrough aircraft Islamic bond</title><description>Gecas aircraft are backing the first ever aircraft Sukuk and the first Islamic bond by a US issuer. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hre1VT7pV1g/GE-Capital-launches-breakthrough-aircraft-Islamic-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2339049/GE-Capital-launches-breakthrough-aircraft-Islamic-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Good results for ILFC, despite its unknown future</title><description>ILFC reports a good third quarter. 
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/olsWAnkZQpQ/Good-results-for-ILFC-despite-its-unknown-future.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2334659/Good-results-for-ILFC-despite-its-unknown-future.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Stock prices recover for listed lessors </title><description>The four listed aircraft leasing companies released third-quarter results showing an increase in stock prices from last year. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qHNyNZYAy1A/Stock-prices-recover-for-listed-lessors.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2334386/Stock-prices-recover-for-listed-lessors.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap gets two A330s</title><description>Calyon arranged the export credit financing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/8nlZRJfaYUc/AerCap-gets-two-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2329264/AerCap-gets-two-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Christopher Whiteside becomes A J Walter Aviation president </title><description>Boris Wolstenholme assumes CEO role. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fOZA9C8tTN4/Christopher-Whiteside-becomes-A-J-Walter-Aviation-president.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2327378/Christopher-Whiteside-becomes-A-J-Walter-Aviation-president.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guggenheim Aviation closes financing for 777-300ER </title><description>Calyon leads the financing of the long-term operating lease for $110 million. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Qj2aWLPEMSw/Guggenheim-Aviation-closes-financing-for-777-300ER.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2325986/Guggenheim-Aviation-closes-financing-for-777-300ER.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Genesis gives Aercap aircraft and cash</title><description>By buying Genesis, AerCap does not just get more aircraft and new customers making it the world’s largest independent aircraft lessor. It also gets cash to finance its own aircraft deliveries and growth. Alasdair Whyte looks at why the two listed aircraft leasing companies will fit together so well. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Ge8CPLg_6yA/Genesis-gives-Aercap-aircraft-and-cash.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2323946/Genesis-gives-Aercap-aircraft-and-cash.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The fall of GPA day by day </title><description>A much delayed first book about GPA stirs up memories of working there, but as a diary of the tough times, fails to highlight the fun that many employees had at the company, writes Alasdair Whyte. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/no3EXDpZ4Q0/The-fall-of-GPA-day-by-day.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2323284/The-fall-of-GPA-day-by-day.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Court date set for final Allco showdown</title><description>An Australian judge will decide whether a majority or unanimous vote is need to transfer aircraft from Allco Aviation to another servicer. The judgement could finally decide the sale of Allco Aviation on year after its parent entered bankruptcy.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kNiXcdxaP-Y/Court-date-set-for-final-Allco-showdown.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2317934/Court-date-set-for-final-Allco-showdown.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC repays $2 billion </title><description>International Lease Finance Corporation makes a repayment with help from parent American International Group. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PqGTO-5fNao/ILFC-repays-2-billion.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2318344/ILFC-repays-2-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jetscape to lease two Embraer jets to Air Astana</title><description>The two new E190LRs will deliver in March and April 2011 and will be used to grow the Kazakhstan national carrier’s regional footprint</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/f47gECsJX-w/Jetscape-to-lease-two-Embraer-jets-to-Air-Astana.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2317029/Jetscape-to-lease-two-Embraer-jets-to-Air-Astana.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie to open new Singapore office</title><description>The office will be staffed by Harry Forsythe as the lessor eyes growth and opportunities in the region

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UfeZIRZNU4s/Macquarie-to-open-new-Singapore-office.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2316861/Macquarie-to-open-new-Singapore-office.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap third-quarter deliveries rise</title><description>AerCap deliveries rose compared to last year, but lease agreements and purchases are down.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QstCMlWeBA4/AerCap-third-quarter-deliveries-rise.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:24:25 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2314300/AerCap-third-quarter-deliveries-rise.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Australian government approves Allco sale</title><description>HNA Group’s purchase of Allco Aviation is approved.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LN6Ci3SlTI8/Australian-government-approves-Allco-sale.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2301694/Australian-government-approves-Allco-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Another six sale/leasebacks for BOC Aviation</title><description>Cathay Pacific has signed a sale/leaseback agreement with BOC Aviation for six Boeing widebodies. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/g4Fqs1FhgOI/Another-six-saleleasebacks-for-BOC-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:24:20 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2299055/Another-six-saleleasebacks-for-BOC-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap and Genesis merge in deal worth $8 billion</title><description>The merger between AerCap and Genesis Lease will close in the fourth quarter of 2009</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/VsteKy0IsRE/AerCap-and-Genesis-merge-in-deal-worth-8-billion.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2299085/AerCap-and-Genesis-merge-in-deal-worth-8-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Another six sale/leasebacks for BOC Aviation</title><description>Cathay Pacific has signed a sale/leaseback agreement with BOC Aviation for six Boeing widebodies.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/P4lvxmlM--8/Another-six-saleleasebacks-for-BOC-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2299076/Another-six-saleleasebacks-for-BOC-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Genesis Lease admits merger possible</title><description>Statement: “In response to unusual trading activity in its stock and marketplace rumours, Genesis Lease Limited (NYSE:GLS) said today that it is in discussions with another party concerning a possible M&amp;A transaction.”</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XEXmdlQLAno/Genesis-Lease-admits-merger-possible.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2295414/Genesis-Lease-admits-merger-possible.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Advisers to Genesis and AerCap</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yq_uPoMm3AA/Advisers-to-Genesis-and-AerCap.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2294793/Advisers-to-Genesis-and-AerCap.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap thought to be buying Genesis Lease </title><description>NYSE-listed AerCap (NYSE: AER) looking to acquire Genesis Lease Limited (NYSE: GLS). An Airfinance Journal exclusive by Alasdair Whyte.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UVV_MgHrG9E/AerCap-thought-to-be-buying-Genesis-Lease.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2294678/AerCap-thought-to-be-buying-Genesis-Lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Goldman advising on RBS Aviation Capital sale</title><description>Royal Bank of Scotland is considering options for its $8 billion aircraft leasing business with Goldman Sachs sole adviser.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OPr3v4gn5Pk/Goldman-advising-on-RBS-Aviation-Capital-sale.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2289358/Goldman-advising-on-RBS-Aviation-Capital-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alternatives considered for sale of ILFC</title><description>The sale of ILFC could be moving in a different direction from a 100% sale of the company as alternatives are considered. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ArfGTXeuAwE/Alternatives-considered-for-sale-of-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2282671/Alternatives-considered-for-sale-of-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Capital injection approved for ICBC Leasing</title><description>ICBC’s board of directors has approved a capital injection of RMB 3 billion for its leasing arm which is now looking to do more deals</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jyY5Sg_IQz4/Capital-injection-approved-for-ICBC-Leasing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2282781/Capital-injection-approved-for-ICBC-Leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco sale hinges on waiver</title><description>Receiver Ferrier Hodgson has asked the lenders to grant a waiver ensuring Bravia/HNA's acquisition is not jeopardised by a past Allco default</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Bx_0vtaVmY0/Allco-sale-hinges-on-waiver.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2277342/Allco-sale-hinges-on-waiver.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bravia confident it will win fight for Allco</title><description>Bravia Capital Partners CEO, Bharat Bhise, is confident that preferred bidders, Bravia/HNA, will win the right to control Allco Aviation in the next two months. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/syCmG2FyTLM/Bravia-confident-it-will-win-fight-for-Allco.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2277122/Bravia-confident-it-will-win-fight-for-Allco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: GAAM not for sale </title><description>GAAM is not up for sale after LJCB Investment Group becomes majority owner of parent GAHF. The Australian lessor is now looking to talk with private equity groups about growing the business, possibly through the acquisition of a leasing company</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WQvHcibHaB8/Exclusive-GAAM-not-for-sale.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2275439/Exclusive-GAAM-not-for-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>WLFC reaps rewards from downturn</title><description>Willis Lease Finance Corporation reports robust second quarter and half-year results, pointing to the recessionary benefits of lower borrowing costs and the increased demand for leased engines from airlines keen to conserve capital </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gclF2wmtN5c/WLFC-reaps-rewards-from-downturn.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2273118/WLFC-reaps-rewards-from-downturn.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap reports Q2 results</title><description>Second quarter net income was $56.6 million, compared with $68.6 million last year</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0X8WTVeqLxQ/AerCap-reports-Q2-results.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2270335/AerCap-reports-Q2-results.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>B&amp;B Air post strong Q2 result</title><description>Net income increases to $14.0 million in “another positive quarter” for the Dublin-based lessor</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/DyukeRFnmhY/B-B-Air-post-strong-Q2-result.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2270242/B-B-Air-post-strong-Q2-result.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco sale gets approval from 12 lenders</title><description>The fight to acquire Allco Finance Group's aviation assets continues. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fnXg_ruh9vI/Allco-sale-gets-approval-from-12-lenders.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2267854/Allco-sale-gets-approval-from-12-lenders.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Operating lease survey: Keeping up with a changing market</title><description>If times seemed tough in the summer of 2008,this year that pain has been magnified. Aircraft leasing is a good business, but lessors will have to be nimble and clever to find finance over the next few years. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/9Gh9WibSsak/Operating-lease-survey-Keeping-up-with-a-changing-market.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2273087/Operating-lease-survey-Keeping-up-with-a-changing-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>HKAC makes further appointment </title><description>Oisin Murray, formerly of SkyWorks Leasing, joins as vice president, technical </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/IyeWWlZ0Cn8/HKAC-makes-further-appointment.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2267301/HKAC-makes-further-appointment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation Capital Group is keeping busy</title><description>Aviation Capital Group reports aircraft transactions for the second quarter of 2009.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3uzrljnwWdk/Aviation-Capital-Group-is-keeping-busy.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2266207/Aviation-Capital-Group-is-keeping-busy.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Garuda leases 737-800 from DAE</title><description>Indonesian carrier, Garuda, takes its first delivery from aircraft leasing company DAE Capital</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Sojps5sSFgE/Garuda-leases-737-800-from-DAE.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2266337/Garuda-leases-737-800-from-DAE.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Genesis Q2 net income falls 47%</title><description>The Shannon-based lessor said the results reflected the termination of aircraft leases and depreciation costs and pointed to the fact its portfolio was delivering strong cash flows. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ECI3eGk3lGk/Genesis-Q2-net-income-falls-47.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2265416/Genesis-Q2-net-income-falls-47.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC in market for ECA financing for A320s</title><description>Bank of China’s leasing unit has issued an RFP for the European export credit financing of seven A320 family aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dvG8aBaTUUI/BOC-in-market-for-ECA-financing-for-A320s.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2261766/BOC-in-market-for-ECA-financing-for-A320s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Waha Capital’s profits plunge 68%</title><description>The company formed out of Oasis International Leasing has posted net profits of AED 21 million for the first six months of the year – a 68.5% fall from the AED 66.8 million recorded for the equivalent period last year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WR4liYNUKSk/Waha-Capitals-profits-plunge-68.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2262057/Waha-Capitals-profits-plunge-68.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> Kinghorn rejects Bravia HNA for Macquarie </title><description>In a surprise decision the Kinghorn Foundation will ask Macquarie to propose managing Allco Aviation. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aW42cLN0YzY/Kinghorn-rejects-Bravia-HNA-for-Macquarie.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2260857/Kinghorn-rejects-Bravia-HNA-for-Macquarie.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Key Allco lenders still plan to reject HNA Group</title><description>Despite rumours circulating, four of Allco’s lenders are still committed to using Macquarie rather than HNA Group.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_xN09n4QrwE/Key-Allco-lenders-still-plan-to-reject-HNA-Group.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2257189/Key-Allco-lenders-still-plan-to-reject-HNA-Group.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The lenders that get to decide Allco Aviation's fate </title><description>Allco Aviation’s lenders have the right to approve any new manager – so who are they?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pRuVyqTmwEM/The-lenders-that-get-to-decide-Allco-Aviations-fate.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2257204/The-lenders-that-get-to-decide-Allco-Aviations-fate.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CIT Aerospace hit by problems at parent </title><description>CIT Aerospace’s parent company, CIT, has 24 hours to find out if lenders are going to support the company</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UXhaWBp93DQ/CIT-Aerospace-hit-by-problems-at-parent.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2255386/CIT-Aerospace-hit-by-problems-at-parent.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hong Kong Aviation eyes market dominance</title><description>Hong Kong Aviation Company says its recent deals are part of an aggressive expansion strategy that will see the newly-launched consortium become one of the industry’s major players.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PmTpmq_D_KQ/Hong-Kong-Aviation-eyes-market-dominance.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2255424/Hong-Kong-Aviation-eyes-market-dominance.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Nordic Aviation setting up new Singapore office </title><description>The turboprop lessor is setting up a new office in Singapore, headed by Mats Ericson.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/aHFAwOTzn9g/Nordic-Aviation-setting-up-new-Singapore-office.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2253752/Nordic-Aviation-setting-up-new-Singapore-office.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco’s receiver warns Macquarie</title><description>Ferrier Hodgson believes Macquarie is conflicted but several non-recourse lenders have asked the Australian bank to become portfolio manager and kill HNA Group bid.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/tL6dAf2IkfE/Allcos-receiver-warns-Macquarie.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2252575/Allcos-receiver-warns-Macquarie.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco Aviation lenders meet up to discus Bravia and HNA bid</title><description>Key lender meeting to discuss Bravia and HNA Group bid to take place on Wednesday

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/REVXmLEyPOo/Allco-Aviation-lenders-meet-up-to-discus-Bravia-and-HNA-bid.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2251127/Allco-Aviation-lenders-meet-up-to-discus-Bravia-and-HNA-bid.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bravia’s Bhise on Allco and Hong Kong Aviation</title><description>Bravia and HNA Group have big plans for Hong Kong Aviation. Bharat Bhise, CEO of Bravia Capital Partners, says the acquisition of Allco Aviation is just the start. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/xhx6gd7syFE/Bravias-Bhise-on-Allco-and-Hong-Kong-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2248770/Bravias-Bhise-on-Allco-and-Hong-Kong-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: GreenStone Aviation appoints senior management team  </title><description>Three former managers at Royal Bank of Scotland’s aircraft leasing arm, RBS Aviation Capital, join GreenStone Aviation. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-q9e_svBpko/Exclusive-GreenStone-Aviation-appoints-senior-management-team.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2248399/Exclusive-GreenStone-Aviation-appoints-senior-management-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco exlusive: Lenders reject Bravia and KV </title><description>Four banks and funds have told Allco Aviation’s receivers that they want another company to buy the aircraft leasing company. HNA Group and Bravia are still committed to buying the company but there is support for third place Macquarie Airfinance to buy the Allco subsidiary. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bIZNY9rWijU/Allco-exlusive-Lenders-reject-Bravia-and-KV.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2246549/Allco-exlusive-Lenders-reject-Bravia-and-KV.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Nomura to buy Babcock &amp; Brown </title><description>Japanese bank Nomura to buy Babcock &amp; Brown Aircraft Management (BBAM) and its stake in Babcock &amp; Brown Air (B&amp;B AIR). A formal announcement expected soon.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/r4LrTAVpXdE/Exclusive-Nomura-to-buy-Babcock-and-Brown.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2243746/Exclusive-Nomura-to-buy-Babcock-and-Brown.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Editorial: You couldn't make it up</title><description>While Pembroke and BOC Aviation get lucky in the downturn, the ILFC and Allco sales could open the flood gates for more lessor M&amp;A</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/6SAPiNtp0oY/Editorial-You-couldnt-make-it-up.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2234907/Editorial-You-couldnt-make-it-up.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation Capital Group forms joint venture </title><description>Aviation Capital Group expands its interests in the Middle East and North Africa with a new joint venture.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/rtAjkYlNRm0/Aviation-Capital-Group-forms-joint-venture.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2234035/Aviation-Capital-Group-forms-joint-venture.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC sale could close by September</title><description>Greenbriar and Onex are in final talks with ILFC management, Chinese and Middle Eastern investors may join bid</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WB43yEgpS2Y/ILFC-sale-could-close-by-September.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2234393/ILFC-sale-could-close-by-September.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>John Slattery launches GreenStone Aviation</title><description>John Slattery, the former head of Americas at RBS Aviation Capital, has formed a new commercial aircraft leasing company with over $100 million in launch equity.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XPjONnvmwaI/John-Slattery-launches-GreenStone-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2234308/John-Slattery-launches-GreenStone-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Australian lessor gets TRUEngine status</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/oe3M0vCd_V8/Australian-lessor-gets-TRUEngine-status.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2233458/Australian-lessor-gets-TRUEngine-status.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviation Capital Group plans Ex-Im bond</title><description>American aircraft leasing company, Aviation Capital Group, is looking to raise finance with an Ex-Im guaranteed capital markets transaction</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dyczbUuyucU/Aviation-Capital-Group-plans-Ex-Im-bond.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2233314/Aviation-Capital-Group-plans-Ex-Im-bond.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas delivers 737-700 to Eastar Jet</title><description>The delivery marks the first time Awas has worked with the start-up South Korean carrier and builds its footprint in the Asia Pacific region.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lBIWp-IqOJQ/Awas-delivers-737-700-to-Eastar-Jet.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2232330/Awas-delivers-737-700-to-Eastar-Jet.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation and Pembroke get lucky</title><description>Sophie Segal profiles BOC Aviation and Pembroke.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4HtX9IxU040/BOC-Aviation-and-Pembroke-get-lucky.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2232416/BOC-Aviation-and-Pembroke-get-lucky.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The saga of Allco Aviation (part 1)</title><description>HNA Group and Bravia have formally won the auction for Allco Aviation. But as with anything else to do with Allco this is just the start of the next act. Alasdair Whyte writes the first part of the story. The non-recourse lenders will write the ending. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/f3uCr7YwLKQ/The-saga-of-Allco-Aviation-part-1.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2232257/The-saga-of-Allco-Aviation-part-1.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bravia/HNA has 60% chance of success</title><description>A banker for one of Allco’s lenders says the Bravia/HNA bid will likely go through, but if not the sales process will be in a “mess” with the prospect of a third party leasing company appointed manager. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ydrrCM4lX1o/BraviaHNA-has-60-chance-of-success.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2230091/BraviaHNA-has-60-chance-of-success.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Who are the buyers for ILFC?</title><description>Airfinance Journal profiles the preferred buyers for the take-over of International Lease Finance Corporation </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/36s7QP1l67A/Who-are-the-buyers-for-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2230085/Who-are-the-buyers-for-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC sale still on, down to one </title><description>Despite press stories, the sale of International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), American International Group’s aircraft leasing subsidiary, is progressing and the preferred bidder has been selected. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yrA0BsQ08pk/ILFC-sale-still-on-down-to-one.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2225395/ILFC-sale-still-on-down-to-one.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sumisho appoints new president</title><description>The leasing arm of Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation has appointed Shogo Ishimaru as president and managing director to oversee the company’s growth plan. 

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/15jy-05QaUI/Sumisho-appoints-new-president.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2215441/Sumisho-appoints-new-president.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Babcock &amp; Brown in $20m debt repurchase</title><description>The lessor has repurchased $20 million of its securitisation notes for $10 million and paid $7 million for an option to repurchase an additional $100 million of notes for $48 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/f4hW1HTuKZw/Babcock-and-Brown-in-20m-debt-repurchase.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2215382/Babcock-and-Brown-in-20m-debt-repurchase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC gets export credit financing for May deliveries</title><description>Tapping the export credit market is helping ILFC finance deliveries</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dJ4NEW6n7X8/ILFC-gets-export-credit-financing-for-May-deliveries.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2215184/ILFC-gets-export-credit-financing-for-May-deliveries.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Who is the frontrunner for Allco Aviation?</title><description>A new development arising from a creditor’s meeting may deny Allco’s lenders the right to appoint a new servicer. The latest twist could now establish  KV Aviation – set up by former Allco CEO David Veal and founder John Kinghorn – as a favourite to run Allco</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XDmuuIs2p-4/Who-is-the-frontrunner-for-Allco-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2211971/Who-is-the-frontrunner-for-Allco-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Veal may still win Allco Aviation</title><description>HNA Group and Bravia have formally won the auction for Allco Aviation. But KV Aviation, formed by John Kinghorn, the founder of Allco, his son Geoff Kinghorn, and David Veal, the former head of the aircraft leasing business, are now favourites to end up running the company.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ieKAU72Bqak/Veal-may-still-win-Allco-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2211565/Veal-may-still-win-Allco-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation in market for up to 11 737s</title><description>Bank of China's aircraft leasing subsidiary has issued an RFP for the Ex-Im financing of up to 11 Boeing 737NGs, to be leased to WestJet and Virgin Blue.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1bAHeyQXuLA/BOC-Aviation-in-market-for-up-to-11-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2208100/BOC-Aviation-in-market-for-up-to-11-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sahaab Leasing to raise equity</title><description>The new Kuwaiti leasing company is to raise $93 million through a shares issue.  NBK Capital, lead manager, says the response in the Gulf has been surprisingly positive.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/u0vPsByv6AI/Sahaab-Leasing-to-raise-equity.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2205817/Sahaab-Leasing-to-raise-equity.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Opinion: RBS not bad news for Boeing</title><description>Royal Bank of Scotland’s 787 cancellation is not bad news for the aircraft leasing company or for Boeing.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cRxBMtcoQBk/Opinion-RBS-not-bad-news-for-Boeing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2204580/Opinion-RBS-not-bad-news-for-Boeing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas delivers 777 to LAN Cargo</title><description>The Chilean cargo carrier has taken delivery of the first of two 777 freighters from the American leasing company.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vCDd5fHt7BI/Gecas-delivers-777-to-LAN-Cargo.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2203374/Gecas-delivers-777-to-LAN-Cargo.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS Aviation Capital cancels 20 787s</title><description>Royal Bank of Scotland’s aircraft leasing subsidiary cancels 787 order.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QhnVav-z7v0/RBS-Aviation-Capital-cancels-20-787s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2202302/RBS-Aviation-Capital-cancels-20-787s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap and Aircastle Q1 results down</title><description>The Dutch and American lessors report decreased incomes for the first quarter of 2009, reflecting depressed sale prices for assets and higher transition costs resulting from defaults.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4bHIggHs-Cc/AerCap-and-Aircastle-Q1-results-down.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2198407/AerCap-and-Aircastle-Q1-results-down.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lenders hold key to Allco sale</title><description>Lenders to Allco need to know more about Bravia Capital and HNA’s plans before they will approve the sale</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/z8KB0WYIfGg/Lenders-hold-key-to-Allco-sale.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2197234/Lenders-hold-key-to-Allco-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie and TUI close 737 S/L</title><description>Macquarie AirFinance and TUI Aviation have closed a sale and leaseback deal on a 737-800 for Jetairfly.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/D62c9pxDTdE/Macquarie-and-TUI-close-737-SL.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2197117/Macquarie-and-TUI-close-737-SL.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco Aviation sold to Bravia and HNA Group</title><description>Allco’s aviation assets have been sold to Bravia Capital Partners and HNA Group, with Chinese banks providing financing. However former head Veal could still mount a legal challenge based on the argument that any sale is subject to consent of the SPV owners.
</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/LGwwOsHhCn0/Allco-Aviation-sold-to-Bravia-and-HNA-Group.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2195219/Allco-Aviation-sold-to-Bravia-and-HNA-Group.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Preliminary views on future lessee accounting</title><description>If adopted, the preliminary views of the International and US accounting standards setters could radically alter how lessees account for operating leases. Killian Croke, director at KPMG, outlines some potential implications.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_Es3AamMG0Y/Preliminary-views-on-future-lessee-accounting.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2191799/Preliminary-views-on-future-lessee-accounting.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Iberworld takes delivery of A320 from Gecas</title><description>The A320-214 is the first of three to deliver to the airline this year from Gecas and comes on the back of a solid first quarter for the lessor

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/yl-OmXLkuUE/Iberworld-takes-delivery-of-A320-from-Gecas.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2191513/Iberworld-takes-delivery-of-A320-from-Gecas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alafco half year profit down 25%</title><description>The Kuwaiti lessor’s first half figures are down on last year, but the company is confident it is realising its regional expansion plans.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0FZNRPT5i74/Alafco-half-year-profit-down-25.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2190548/Alafco-half-year-profit-down-25.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Who is the third bidder for ILFC?</title><description>American International Group and the US government has received three bids for International Lease Finance Corporation

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-Pacx3t0nrs/Who-is-the-third-bidder-for-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2189938/Who-is-the-third-bidder-for-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Waha Capital reports $10 million loss for Q1</title><description>The Abu Dhabi-based company said the loss reflected the “unprecedented challenges” stemming from the global economic crisis. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/HRJRtyseha0/Waha-Capital-reports-10-million-loss-for-Q1.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:37:41 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2186901/Waha-Capital-reports-10-million-loss-for-Q1.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CanJet takes two CIT 737s</title><description>The Canadian charter airline receives two 737s from CIT Aerospace</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/xOSXJCvHatU/CanJet-takes-two-CIT-737s.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2186378/CanJet-takes-two-CIT-737s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas places 45 aircraft in Q1</title><description>The American and Irish leasing company increases its first quarter activity by 15% year on year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/U_yN-MQ2Qxs/Gecas-places-45-aircraft-in-Q1.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2186704/Gecas-places-45-aircraft-in-Q1.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Standard Chartered buys Gecas portfolio</title><description>Standard Chartered Bank has bought a 14 aircraft portfolio from Gecas to grow its aircraft leasing business.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1uunFhENHTE/Standard-Chartered-buys-Gecas-portfolio.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2186427/Standard-Chartered-buys-Gecas-portfolio.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Two bids expected for ILFC, advisers revealed</title><description>Bids for International Lease Finance Corporation are due tomorrow</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ImZrNbFEXGs/Two-bids-expected-for-ILFC-advisers-revealed.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2184258/Two-bids-expected-for-ILFC-advisers-revealed.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap takes control of AerVenture, as LoadAir fails to make payments</title><description>AerCap’s joint-venture with Loadair hit by Middle East cash shortage</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MwdayCJBeSw/AerCap-takes-control-of-AerVenture-as-LoadAir-fails-to-make-payments.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2182951/AerCap-takes-control-of-AerVenture-as-LoadAir-fails-to-make-payments.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB finances second Dragon A320</title><description>China’s Dragon Aviation Leasing has taken delivery of another new A320, on lease to Aigle Azur.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jyNQbYAONx0/DVB-finances-second-Dragon-A320.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2182337/DVB-finances-second-Dragon-A320.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Martin Webb launches Clearview Aviation</title><description>Aviation finance banker launches consultancy that aims to establish virtual lessors for high-net worth individuals.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pmi-IEH8Vb8/Martin-Webb-launches-Clearview-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2182184/Martin-Webb-launches-Clearview-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Alafco finances A320s through ECAs, re-leases three aircraft</title><description>The Kuwaiti lessor says the European Export Credit Agencies will help finance 15 A320s delivering in 2009.  It has also re-leased three aircraft to China Eastern and Ethiopian Airlines.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/xZIMcV38Lug/Alafco-finances-A320s-through-ECAs-re-leases-three-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2175924/Alafco-finances-A320s-through-ECAs-re-leases-three-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Southwest and BOC Aviation close second aircraft sale/leasebacks</title><description>BOC Aviation pays $105 million for three new Southwest 737-700s on 12 year leases.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/w1m_JB7hmL8/Southwest-and-BOC-Aviation-close-second-aircraft-saleleasebacks.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2175496/Southwest-and-BOC-Aviation-close-second-aircraft-saleleasebacks.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aeroméxico Connect leases ERJ-145s from Chautauqua</title><description>Skyways arranges the long term dry lease of five Embraer regional jets for the Aeroméxico subsidiary.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Sjbb_CV7HAE/Aeromxico-Connect-leases-ERJ-145s-from-Chautauqua.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2171735/Aeromxico-Connect-leases-ERJ-145s-from-Chautauqua.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>How the new lessors have fared</title><description>As David Veal and John Kinghorn announce the launch of a new leasing company, two other recent start ups, Titan Leasing and Sahaab Leasing, talk about their early experiences.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ot2C9MJT1jA/How-the-new-lessors-have-fared.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2171646/How-the-new-lessors-have-fared.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>LCI becomes launch customer for CSeries </title><description>Lease Corporation International (LCI) will be the lessor launch customer for the Bombardier CSeries aircraft. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/lB_-6U26zXc/LCI-becomes-launch-customer-for-CSeries.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2172087/LCI-becomes-launch-customer-for-CSeries.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation posts record profit</title><description>Bank of China’s leasing subsidiary passes the $100 million mark in net profit as its counter-cyclical strategy pays fruition.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_P6pHF6Mo04/BOC-Aviation-posts-record-profit.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2170895/BOC-Aviation-posts-record-profit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bravia and BOC Aviation frontrunners for Allco</title><description>The bidding contest for Allco Aviaiton has become a two-horse race between Bravia Capital Partners and BOC Aviation, according to a source close to developments. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ysWLhiEQAJo/Bravia-and-BOC-Aviation-frontrunners-for-Allco.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2167408/Bravia-and-BOC-Aviation-frontrunners-for-Allco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Veal and Allco founder launch new leasing company</title><description>Former Allco Aviation CEO David Veal and Allco founder John Kinghorn launch new joint venture that will focus on the acquisition of aircraft and portfolios.

</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/zmB9Ihdk1TE/Exclusive-Veal-and-Allco-founder-launch-new-leasing-company.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2167187/Exclusive-Veal-and-Allco-founder-launch-new-leasing-company.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC seeking finance for survival</title><description>Lessor says that its survivial could be in jeopardy without support from parent or a third party</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PiS9qCdDYFM/ILFC-seeking-finance-for-survival.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2167547/ILFC-seeking-finance-for-survival.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>B&amp;B Air in $100 million debt repurchase</title><description>Babcock &amp; Brown Air will repurchase $100 million of securitization notes for $48 million in a private deal </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kHaPpf9pkK4/B-B-Air-in-100-million-debt-repurchase.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2135058/B-B-Air-in-100-million-debt-repurchase.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Exclusive: Three buyers fight for ILFC with bids due in April </title><description>The US government, manufacturers, western banks and Asian banks are all planning to lend to International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), with second round bids for American International Group’s (AIG) aircraft leasing company due in April. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PvB6zkoeCz0/Exclusive-Three-buyers-fight-for-ILFC-with-bids-due-in-April.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2133985/Exclusive-Three-buyers-fight-for-ILFC-with-bids-due-in-April.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas closes A320 sale/leaseback with Wizz Air </title><description>GE Commercial Aviation Services (Gecas) supports Hungarian low-cost carrier. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dVxEEAHtOMM/Gecas-closes-A320-saleleaseback-with-Wizz-Air.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2133992/Gecas-closes-A320-saleleaseback-with-Wizz-Air.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas delivers two A320s to GoAir</title><description>GE Commercial Aviation Services (GecasS) has delivered two new Airbus A320-200 to India’s GoAir.   </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MU1JOcmHDZo/Gecas-delivers-two-A320s-to-GoAir.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2133971/Gecas-delivers-two-A320s-to-GoAir.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap signs ECA financing for A320s and A330s</title><description>AerCap closes agreements on a pair of debt facilities for a total of $932 million for deliveries of Airbus aircraft.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UuAFbd76EqI/AerCap-signs-ECA-financing-for-A320s-and-A330s.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2125716/AerCap-signs-ECA-financing-for-A320s-and-A330s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Boeing Capital leases 717s to Mexicana</title><description>Mexicana Group is to lease 25 717s from Boeing Capital for its MexicanaClick subsidiary.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/l0jxfRRUWmg/Boeing-Capital-leases-717s-to-Mexicana.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2123875/Boeing-Capital-leases-717s-to-Mexicana.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>B&amp;B Air completes first full year as public company</title><description>Babcock &amp; Brown Air posts its first annual results as a publicly listed company.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/y6URwIhCikQ/B-B-Air-completes-first-full-year-as-public-company.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2124428/B-B-Air-completes-first-full-year-as-public-company.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US government will support debt to help ILFC sale</title><description>The American government is to guarantee ILFC parent AIG's debt to help the sale of the aircraft leasing company.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/YGsz9p-wCyA/US-government-will-support-debt-to-help-ILFC-sale.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2117840/US-government-will-support-debt-to-help-ILFC-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Can Chinese aircraft lessors become global lessors?</title><description>As established international lessors struggle, Chinese leasing companies – backed by rich banking parents – have new opportunities to compete internationally. But much will depend on the government and whether it will loosen the regulatory burdens that have confined lessors to the domestic arena.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/zmfijZVDeM0/Can-Chinese-aircraft-lessors-become-global-lessors.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2118105/Can-Chinese-aircraft-lessors-become-global-lessors.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title> AIG's sale of ILFC stalls as bidders wait on loan and US government guarantees </title><description>Second round of bids are due at the end of March for International Lease Finance Corporation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/M9L4xqHwyaY/AIGs-sale-of-ILFC-stalls-as-bidders-wait-on-loan-and-US-government-guarantees.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2116318/AIGs-sale-of-ILFC-stalls-as-bidders-wait-on-loan-and-US-government-guarantees.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>RBS Aviation Capital hit by problems at its parent</title><description>With the future of RBS Aviation Capital in doubt, it is worth remembering that Royal Bank of Scotland's (RBS) chief executive almost had the chance to close the aircraft leasing company before. A brief history of RBS Aviation Capital and Abbey National.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1itoK1LC0XM/RBS-Aviation-Capital-hit-by-problems-at-its-parent.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2116326/RBS-Aviation-Capital-hit-by-problems-at-its-parent.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ICBC Leasing and BOC Aviation: We're not interested in ILFC</title><description>Senior executives at ICBC and BOC Aviation rubbish stories linking them with International Lease FInance Corporation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/CM6ofv0aBxM/ICBC-Leasing-and-BOC-Aviation-Were-not-interested-in-ILFC.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2111215/ICBC-Leasing-and-BOC-Aviation-Were-not-interested-in-ILFC.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bidding starts as Veal leaves Allco</title><description>The strong shortlisted bidding group means a successful sale of Allco's aircraft leasing business is likely. However, David Veal's resignation could complicate the process.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/diiY43x4HBo/Bidding-starts-as-Veal-leaves-Allco.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114389/Bidding-starts-as-Veal-leaves-Allco.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Opinion: The new operating leasing market</title><description>Forget banks, the main action involves aircraft leasing companies and the market has never been so fluid. </description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/96_VyBEgGqE/Opinion-The-new-operating-leasing-market.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114416/Opinion-The-new-operating-leasing-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Operating lessors lead new world order</title><description>Operating lessors will play a vital and increasingly important role in financing aircraft and weathering the aviation downturn, delegates at the 11th Annual European Airfinance Conference were told by a panel of operating lessors.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/KNSm5cCa0Ps/Operating-lessors-lead-new-world-order.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114399/Operating-lessors-lead-new-world-order.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Thompson moves to Aurora as president</title><description>SkyWorks' Dave Thompson leaves to becomes president of Aurora Aviation Group</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ifomqqdzcHM/Thompson-moves-to-Aurora-as-president.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114383/Thompson-moves-to-Aurora-as-president.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Titan Leasing signs up Jackson</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eNtUXHL_phY/Titan-Leasing-signs-up-Jackson.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2114385/Titan-Leasing-signs-up-Jackson.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ILFC's $3.5 billion secured facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ILFC: AIG's sale of the century</title><description>The sale of ILFC by AIG may seem unthinkable but there are extraordinary parallels with GPA. It looks likely that a private equity firm will buy ILFC. If the sale is nsuccessful it could be the worst thing ever to hit aviation finance.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/T5BIV3BY4Wg/ILFC-AIGs-sale-of-the-century.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101934/ILFC-AIGs-sale-of-the-century.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Listed lessors set for 2009</title><description>Share prices for the four listed aircraft leasing companies have all fallen dramatically. The lack of easily accessible equity might seem limiting to the public lessors at this time, but they have debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Fyn31AfXC4A/Listed-lessors-set-for-2009.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2101937/Listed-lessors-set-for-2009.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The year ahead for aviation finance</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Southwest closes sale and leasebacks on five 737-700s</title><description>Southwest Airlines has closed sale and leasebacks on five 737-700s with an unnamed aircraft leasing company and will sell another five 737s to the same lessor in 2009.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/9anOrgyCU9M/Southwest-closes-sale-and-leasebacks-on-five-737-700s.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2075983/Southwest-closes-sale-and-leasebacks-on-five-737-700s.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>High oil prices... so what?</title><description>Maybe history will not repeat itself. Adam Pilarski puts the case for fluctuating oil prices and their impact on aviation.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WP_7qp8R2qk/High-oil-prices-so-what.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048718/High-oil-prices-so-what.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ILFC is more than one man</title><description>Who, besides Steven Udvar-Hazy, makes up the world's most popular leasing company?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZX7fflT9AAQ/ILFC-is-more-than-one-man.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048719/ILFC-is-more-than-one-man.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Jazeera, DVB and NBC launch Sahaab Leasing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dQMo18a-e5E/Jazeera-DVB-and-NBC-launch-Sahaab-Leasing.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048725/Jazeera-DVB-and-NBC-launch-Sahaab-Leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Babcock &amp; Brown Air to pay 50 cent dividend per share</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QoAKmpHlIXA/Babcock-and-Brown-Air-to-pay-50-cent-dividend-per-share.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048729/Babcock-and-Brown-Air-to-pay-50-cent-dividend-per-share.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sisson leaves Gecas to start new leasing company</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/NyRyp5UHO6U/Sisson-leaves-Gecas-to-start-new-leasing-company.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048715/Sisson-leaves-Gecas-to-start-new-leasing-company.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Isle of Man registry appoints chief surveyor</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Guggenheim Aviation opens  Singapore office</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gKTiFrYARWk/Guggenheim-Aviation-opensSingapore-office.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048711/Guggenheim-Aviation-opensSingapore-office.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/iW6Y_JkE_Bg/People-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048710/People-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ear to the ground</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>UAE implements Cape Town</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Alitalia resumes talks with investors</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qKs8MAlPWbo/Alitalia-resumes-talks-with-investors.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048751/Alitalia-resumes-talks-with-investors.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Awas names Mireur as head of corporate finance division</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ygnB9mOUO5w/Awas-names-Mireur-as-head-of-corporate-finance-division.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048757/Awas-names-Mireur-as-head-of-corporate-finance-division.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Aercap/LoadAir deal closes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Ear to the ground</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Hemisphere Jet Targets Business</title><description>A secondary market in converting small regional aircraft into luxury executive jets is appearing. Will Roberts investigates</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vn3Vc5Mhm3U/Hemisphere-Jet-Targets-Business.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048808/Hemisphere-Jet-Targets-Business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Spare capital</title><description>The spares leasing market is less dominated by original equipment manufacturers than its engine counterparts. Geoff Hearn looks at whether financiers can benefit.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bpRoTDl0Px0/Spare-capital.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048855/Spare-capital.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hereus moves to Seabury</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/e73pwCkcbPE/Hereus-moves-to-Seabury.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048873/Hereus-moves-to-Seabury.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>News in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nuyl9SFDYTg/News-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048920/News-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/HGy5K4eIznk/People-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048897/People-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cowan is Aviareto's new managing director</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/c5yKQx8CUNM/Cowan-is-Aviaretos-new-managing-director.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048908/Cowan-is-Aviaretos-new-managing-director.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lawyers move up at  A&amp;O</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Subramaniam moves to Reed Smith </title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bt2lnvy68rY/Subramaniam-moves-to-Reed-Smith.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048910/Subramaniam-moves-to-Reed-Smith.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lau joins ICBC Leasing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Clifford Chance hires Briscoe for Asia</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/VrPzSSrpFZA/Clifford-Chance-hires-Briscoe-for-Asia.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048912/Clifford-Chance-hires-Briscoe-for-Asia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/jBHxFb_maB4/Deals-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048925/Deals-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AerCap increases available funding to $2.2 billion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZlPR8Mx-d8s/AerCap-increases-available-funding-to-22-billion.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048926/AerCap-increases-available-funding-to-22-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>European ECAs appoint legal panel</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/MsOZ1sSlLHw/European-ECAs-appoint-legal-panel.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048928/European-ECAs-appoint-legal-panel.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Jetline arranges JOL for 737-700</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/C6r30HRK0Oo/Jetline-arranges-JOL-for-737-700.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048929/Jetline-arranges-JOL-for-737-700.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Orix closes $95 million debt facility with DVB</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Finnair closes JOL for E-190LRs</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0f3-4S29eOY/Finnair-closes-JOL-for-E-190LRs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048900/Finnair-closes-JOL-for-E-190LRs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Brazil considers doubling foreign ownership limit</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/x08id35T370/Brazil-considers-doubling-foreign-ownership-limit.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048905/Brazil-considers-doubling-foreign-ownership-limit.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guide for the perplexed: Do we really need mergers?</title><description>Mergers rarely solve problems, writes Adam Pilarksi</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-WcBevwW6jc/Guide-for-the-perplexed-Do-we-really-need-mergers.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048914/Guide-for-the-perplexed-Do-we-really-need-mergers.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Astraeus to focus on leasing</title><description>Low-cost carriers have put the skids under the charter market, leading to some tough decisions.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/gchkmDNswYw/Astraeus-to-focus-on-leasing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048951/Astraeus-to-focus-on-leasing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Reaching for the skies</title><description>India's aviation market has great potential not only for the country's domestic airlines but also for the industry worldwide. Will Roberts reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Mk77zeS85OY/Reaching-for-the-skies.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048952/Reaching-for-the-skies.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Why aircraft leasing companies are still a good investment</title><description>The basic theory behind each rumour is: "Now the securitization market is shut, Company X does not have enough debt financing to survive the next three years. Their [or their parent's] share price has fallen [for listed companies] or their private equity firm is struggling and their only hope is to sell."</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WMqeMMzweeg/Why-aircraft-leasing-companies-are-still-a-good-investment.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048964/Why-aircraft-leasing-companies-are-still-a-good-investment.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>News in brief</title><description>Finnair has ordered an extra three Embraer 190 aircraft. The first will be delivered in 2010. The value of the order is $112.5 million.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZhfNJ7t9JRU/News-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048960/News-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Promotions at Vedder Price</title><description>Cameron Gee and Jordan Labkon have been promoted to partners at Vedder Price. Gee practices in the firm's New York office and Labkon works from the Chicago office. Both Gee and Labkon were previously associates in the equipment finance group.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dGPW7c2Mlq8/Promotions-at-Vedder-Price.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048945/Promotions-at-Vedder-Price.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Executives join Skyworks management</title><description>Nancy Zajac has been appointed senior vice-president at Skyworks Leasing and will be responsible for legal contracts.  She arrives from Babcock &amp; Brown's New York office, where she was a transactional attorney. She was previously a partner at the law firm of Chadbourne &amp; Parke.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WBtxaaqYl9U/Executives-join-Skyworks-management.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048947/Executives-join-Skyworks-management.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People news in brief</title><description>IBA Group has appointed two new advisers.&amp;#8194;Alan Godson joins the company as technical consultant, aircraft and systems. He will assist the appraiser with asset management. Before joining IBA, Godson worked in the leasing sector and held positions as a technical engineer and a fleet manager.&amp;#8194;</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Ic-QEv24z50/People-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048948/People-news-in-brief.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>HCI Captial leases back 777s to Air Canada</title><description>HCI Capital, a leading distribution house for closed funds and structured products in Germany, has acquired its first two 777-200LRs for leasing. The aircraft were delivered to Air Canada in February having been leased back to Air Canada under long-term operating leases.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vkTq_DTXUjQ/HCI-Captial-leases-back-777s-to-Air-Canada.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048937/HCI-Captial-leases-back-777s-to-Air-Canada.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Double Counting - A source of the forthcoming problems for aircraft values</title><description>Adam Pilarksi, senior vice-president at Avitas, continues his regular column by looking at the effects of over ordering</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ZHDPfyK9rsw/Double-Counting-A-source-of-the-forthcoming-problems-for-aircraft-values.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048950/Double-Counting-A-source-of-the-forthcoming-problems-for-aircraft-values.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Development role for Monteleone </title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XdBaovPWDqg/Development-role-for-Monteleone.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2048968/Development-role-for-Monteleone.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>GMT Global Republic launches in Dublin</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Jetscape signs on for Embraer 190LRs</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Japan Airlines sells airport maintenance centres</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>2007 – a good year for EETCs</title><description>The market might be going through uncertain times, but innovation remains high, as this year's Airfinance Journal Deals of the Year awards will testify.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BaP_wV8_TT8/2007a-good-year-for-EETCs.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049020/2007a-good-year-for-EETCs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Allco rides high in a rough market</title><description>A recent drop in its share price should not take the gloss off Allco's successful past couple of years, writes Will Roberts.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_3qyhp8TGfA/Allco-rides-high-in-a-rough-market.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049021/Allco-rides-high-in-a-rough-market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/t9Qsx8pr0N8/People-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049016/People-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hainan launches $131 million financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/toOKPgdHsTM/Hainan-launches-131-million-financing.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049028/Hainan-launches-131-million-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Willis Lease Finance expands credit facilities</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>DAE closes deal with Gecas for 21 aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pbuHrcfZH84/DAE-closes-deal-with-Gecas-for-21-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049037/DAE-closes-deal-with-Gecas-for-21-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DAE and Emirates close $446 million finance lease</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/las0QJrcUy0/DAE-and-Emirates-close-446-million-finance-lease.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049038/DAE-and-Emirates-close-446-million-finance-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Deals news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/mZ4xQjclj3I/Deals-news-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049035/Deals-news-in-brief.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Guinness and plenty of froth</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Stepping Stone</title><description>The Pegasus acquisition was just the start. Awas has even bigger plans for the future, not least the expected order of aircraft that will run into 'triple digits', reports Alex Lennane.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/J_XOBbcgGjY/Stepping-Stone.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049059/Stepping-Stone.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Clements signs to Republic</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WXLs7du4O94/Clements-signs-to-Republic.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049040/Clements-signs-to-Republic.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Market volatility delays Altitude IPO</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/tzS4sRADIOY/Market-volatility-delays-Altitude-IPO.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049077/Market-volatility-delays-Altitude-IPO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>LCI sells aircraft and plans to acquire more</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/k7ObfUFcUqs/LCI-sells-aircraft-and-plans-to-acquire-more.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049041/LCI-sells-aircraft-and-plans-to-acquire-more.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BOC Aviation agrees deal with Skybus</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/134d_Z4tllo/BOC-Aviation-agrees-deal-with-Skybus.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049042/BOC-Aviation-agrees-deal-with-Skybus.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>ICF buys SH&amp;E for $51 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/q6DbbHfnMtE/ICF-buys-SH-E-for-51-million.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049043/ICF-buys-SH-E-for-51-million.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Down but not out</title><description>The US securities regulator says that BCI Aircraft Leasing has defrauded investors. BCI says it just wants to get back to business. Sophie Segal investigates</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/eL4GgYgi904/Down-but-not-out.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049089/Down-but-not-out.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>News in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BroD5pJS9cw/News-in-brief.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049094/News-in-brief.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Asia gets Altitude</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Awas completes Jet Airways sale/leaseback</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Shaping The Market</title><description>Siqalane Taho looks at landmark deals that have shaped the engine financing market over the past year.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Mrq9dsNlvR4/Shaping-The-Market.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049132/Shaping-The-Market.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Oasis Leasing makes top- post appointments</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/rYdL-TOnyOU/Oasis-Leasing-makes-top-post-appointments.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049110/Oasis-Leasing-makes-top-post-appointments.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BNP Paribas regroups</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/uh2YcZ3apl0/BNP-Paribas-regroups.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049123/BNP-Paribas-regroups.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>GA Telesis appoints Geer to its leasing business</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/sokTSLok7s0/GA-Telesis-appoints-Geer-to-its-leasing-business.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049146/GA-Telesis-appoints-Geer-to-its-leasing-business.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Seabury Group appoints more consultants</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Nx_vXQ3t0sg/Seabury-Group-appoints-more-consultants.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049155/Seabury-Group-appoints-more-consultants.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>People News In Brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Finnair sells four ATR-72 turboprop to ATR Lesing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5qADCDJ3Gvc/Finnair-sells-four-ATR-72-turboprop-to-ATR-Lesing.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049168/Finnair-sells-four-ATR-72-turboprop-to-ATR-Lesing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AirTan Airways completes pre-delivery financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>2007 Airfinance Journal Leasing Focus</title><description>Lessors may be consolidating, but the rate at which new players are entering the market means the leasing bubble is far from bursting.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7fzNL0jfjqw/2007-Airfinance-Journal-Leasing-Focus.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049191/2007-Airfinance-Journal-Leasing-Focus.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Courpron to head Seabury aerospace division</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3DTRj_1VIbQ/Courpron-to-head-Seabury-aerospace-division.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049177/Courpron-to-head-Seabury-aerospace-division.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Lundeberg named CFO of Volito Aviation</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/FdGOdn824QM/Lundeberg-named-CFO-of-Volito-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049178/Lundeberg-named-CFO-of-Volito-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Greatest hits climb further up the chart</title><description>A host of new lessors have entered the market in the last two years, but their leaders are not as new to the game. Natasha Yazdabadi and Janet Du Chenne report</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QKKUUEaZ_-Q/Greatest-hits-climb-further-up-the-chart.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049186/Greatest-hits-climb-further-up-the-chart.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>RBS Aviation Capital closes Airspeed securitization worth $1.09 billion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>New name for Sale</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/XLXuP8nN0Ho/New-name-for-Sale.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049206/New-name-for-Sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AAJ seeks investors to become major hub</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Can it get get any better?</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UbyTF1PgrCE/Can-it-get-get-any-better.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049184/Can-it-get-get-any-better.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>LCI strengthens team</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/M9WN99hg9Yg/LCI-strengthens-team.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049211/LCI-strengthens-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Ringing in the changes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ACG stays put and plans for the next cycle</title><description>Many aircraft lessors spent the last year being snapped up by banks and other large corporations but ACG has other plans, writes Janet Du Chenne.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cHy4hIW-5jM/ACG-stays-put-and-plans-for-the-next-cycle.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049227/ACG-stays-put-and-plans-for-the-next-cycle.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Landing on Terra Firma</title><description>Landmark deal is an overused term, but Terra Firma's acquisition of Pegasus Aviation Finance is definitely one. By Natasha Yazdabadi and Alasdair Whyte.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/mf3OKdoIXws/Landing-on-Terra-Firma.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049228/Landing-on-Terra-Firma.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kristinsson joins Volito</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kot6OeFsQDc/Kristinsson-joins-Volito.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049220/Kristinsson-joins-Volito.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>AJW appoints new director</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Q7omHzO51B4/AJW-appoints-new-director.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049221/AJW-appoints-new-director.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>BCI buys first 737-300QC</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/48tI6C9VqjM/BCI-buys-first-737-300QC.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049238/BCI-buys-first-737-300QC.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Life after qantas</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>LCAL goes the 787 route</title><description>Dubai-based lessor LCAL is already convinced by the 787 and the role of new aircraft in protecting the environment.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Qkautdf0AoE/LCAL-goes-the-787-route.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049260/LCAL-goes-the-787-route.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>New head of risk management at Awas</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4YWAKIPHN3s/New-head-of-risk-management-at-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049244/New-head-of-risk-management-at-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pegasus closes NAS sale/ leaseback for A319</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>MacAleavey joins AerCap from Willis</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/oqWcwAMjmSY/MacAleavey-joins-AerCap-from-Willis.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049256/MacAleavey-joins-AerCap-from-Willis.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie signs deal for Mercury Air Centers</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>In Brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>STAYING PUT... FOR NOW</title><description>It has been four years since Jeffrey Knittel, president of CIT Aerospace, spoke to Airfinance Journal. As CIT group approaches its centenary, its lessor wing has its own reasons to celebrate. Natasha Yazdabadi reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/wR7rot89An4/STAYING-PUT-FOR-NOW.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049283/STAYING-PUT-FOR-NOW.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Little but large</title><description>The sale of lessors in the past year proves that leasing is where the smart money is and even the smaller players do not want to be left behind. Natasha Yazdabadi reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/fe0TCQAdxbQ/Little-but-large.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049307/Little-but-large.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Waviatech strengthens technical staff</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/61BmR4UaN-c/Waviatech-strengthens-technical-staff.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049302/Waviatech-strengthens-technical-staff.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chevrot appointed Dragon's  new chief executive officer</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Qer1bzKJ0dM/Chevrot-appointed-Dragonsnew-chief-executive-officer.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049303/Chevrot-appointed-Dragonsnew-chief-executive-officer.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Radon replaces Steibin  as CFO at SR Technics</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bOy7ifVEMjM/Radon-replaces-Steibinas-CFO-at-SR-Technics.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049304/Radon-replaces-Steibinas-CFO-at-SR-Technics.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas teams up with Lynxs</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/u8WHWjorZsI/Gecas-teams-up-with-Lynxs.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049324/Gecas-teams-up-with-Lynxs.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas sells stake in pilot training business</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/u4Z1GpplCQA/Gecas-sells-stake-in-pilot-training-business.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049295/Gecas-sells-stake-in-pilot-training-business.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Aviation Capital taps $500 million warehouse facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Deal news in brief</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Macquarie AirFinance makes its debut</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/1JbPdocyDyI/Macquarie-AirFinance-makes-its-debut.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049326/Macquarie-AirFinance-makes-its-debut.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle strengthens team</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/offIACsVskY/Aircastle-strengthens-team.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049336/Aircastle-strengthens-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Applauding good times and innovation</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>AerCap: Going public</title><description>An IPO and the acquisition of a major engine lessor should be enough news from AerCap for the next few years, but for Klaus Heinemann, its chief executive officer, these two events are just the shape of things to come.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7BMDQ0RwyHs/AerCap-Going-public.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049345/AerCap-Going-public.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Pegasus for sale</title><description>San Francisco's Pegasus Aviation is officially for sale. But while its ownership is set to change, the lessor is keen to say it is business as usual, writes Natasha Yazdabadi.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/0KTXQO4pi54/Pegasus-for-sale.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049349/Pegasus-for-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sale of the century</title><description>Over the past year, Sale has become one of the edgiest companies in aviation, but will 2007 differ under its new ownership? Natasha Yazdabadi investigates.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BW7_tDVAUl4/Sale-of-the-century.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049350/Sale-of-the-century.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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 DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES</title><description>In the absence of new aircraft, existing families look set to enjoy attractive rates in the year ahead. Rossa McPhillips reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/h4aP9BVWhZo/THE-DIFFERENCE-A-YEAR-MAKES.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049371/THE-DIFFERENCE-A-YEAR-MAKES.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Liquid assets</title><description>Aviation, look out. Shipping companies are entering the sector, with some of them acquiring up to 10 aircraft a year. Janet Du Chenne reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/zDy2985lBs0/Liquid-assets.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049374/Liquid-assets.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Fact not fiction</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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: 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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Lessor profile: BCI's Billion-dollar baby</title><description>Brian Hollnagel, chief executive officer of BCI Aircraft Leasing, tells Airfinance Journal why his firm has been so successful so quickly.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/rbg2tODDc3o/Lessor-profile-BCIs-Billion-dollar-baby.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049424/Lessor-profile-BCIs-Billion-dollar-baby.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Veerasamy returns to Veling</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7EnE1uv1Pak/Veerasamy-returns-to-Veling.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049420/Veerasamy-returns-to-Veling.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Third time lucky as Macquarie buys GATX</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Skyways arranges Fokker 100 lease</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/GI6LLkoMG0o/Skyways-arranges-Fokker-100-lease.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049432/Skyways-arranges-Fokker-100-lease.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Gecas issues Blade engine securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/vhUAevOLA-U/Gecas-issues-Blade-engine-securitization.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049434/Gecas-issues-Blade-engine-securitization.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BAE Systems extends lease for RJ85s with Lufthansa</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/2mF4kAplrZM/BAE-Systems-extends-lease-for-RJ85s-with-Lufthansa.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049437/BAE-Systems-extends-lease-for-RJ85s-with-Lufthansa.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Varig lease deadline extended</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/mD_eXz1i39g/Varig-lease-deadline-extended.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049455/Varig-lease-deadline-extended.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Bridgland moves to DVB</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Operating leasing survey: All-time high</title><description>Lessors have never had it so good. But is the leasing market over-hyped? Janet Du Chenne reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/PBxmQP7qcrg/Operating-leasing-survey-All-time-high.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049463/Operating-leasing-survey-All-time-high.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Australian walkabout</title><description>Awas may now be British, but Australian operating leasing is booming. The three lessors are also in it for the long term.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bmPCnUWhBHY/Australian-walkabout.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049465/Australian-walkabout.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Sale for sale</title><description>Any offers for Singapore Aircraft Leasing Enterprise?</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/IKPLlH6_-90/Sale-for-sale.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049466/Sale-for-sale.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>2006 Guide to Aviation Lawyers</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/euN-k8iHEbQ/2006-Guide-to-Aviation-Lawyers.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049473/2006-Guide-to-Aviation-Lawyers.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Legal survey: Legally speaking</title><description>From the most commercially aware to the most fun to work with, Airfinance Journal reviews the key players in aviation law.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TTe3nQ3n69Y/Legal-survey-Legally-speaking.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049474/Legal-survey-Legally-speaking.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Legal survey: Spoilt for choice</title><description>Commercial aviation cannot claim to be short of law firms, as our survey of aviation law firms reveals.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/BiorfU59em0/Legal-survey-Spoilt-for-choice.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049475/Legal-survey-Spoilt-for-choice.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Young partners: The class of 2006</title><description>A host of new partners have been announced in the last six months. Airfinance Journal finds out how they entered the aviation industry and what helps them sleep at night.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/K7I6zNXZUL4/Young-partners-The-class-of-2006.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049476/Young-partners-The-class-of-2006.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Greene joins Aviareto</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/y19uDmJv_pg/Greene-joins-Aviareto.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049497/Greene-joins-Aviareto.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aircastle closes 'lowest-priced' lease securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Scott Wilson: For the record</title><description>Scott Wilson of Pratt &amp; Whitney addresses the fundamental premise at the core of the Cape Town Registry's ability to record international interests.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3SPK3tVU8m8/Scott-Wilson-For-the-record.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049523/Scott-Wilson-For-the-record.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Air India looks for $1 billion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TnyyjHoM4OU/Air-India-looks-for-1-billion.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049532/Air-India-looks-for-1-billion.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Hail Dexter — new airline for Russia</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-YDujHVwWuU/Hail-Dexternew-airline-for-Russia.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049547/Hail-Dexternew-airline-for-Russia.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>India cools down</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/ogKIu9XYKFQ/India-cools-down.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049548/India-cools-down.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Former SwissAir executives  face charges</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Former subsidiary bids to takeover bankrupt Varig</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/osQ3YBqb_S0/Former-subsidiary-bids-to-takeover-bankrupt-Varig.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049544/Former-subsidiary-bids-to-takeover-bankrupt-Varig.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO THE INTERNATIONAL REGISTRY</title><description>Scott Wilson of Pratt &amp; Whitney discusses some of the practical aspects of dealing with the new international registry now that the Cape Town convention is in force.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/3Jt0LwF_OSM/BEGINNERS-GUIDE-TO-THE-INTERNATIONAL-REGISTRY.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049596/BEGINNERS-GUIDE-TO-THE-INTERNATIONAL-REGISTRY.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>AerCap agrees to buys Florida-based AeroTurbine</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Short joins Allco as CTO</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/VofkrvL_FUk/Short-joins-Allco-as-CTO.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049576/Short-joins-Allco-as-CTO.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Dubai Inc launches aerospace division</title><description>The state of Dubai is investing $15 billion in aviation. Much of this will be spent on aircraft leasing and airports. Siqalane Taho finds out about the company that will lead this expansion.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cekYXybpDUA/Dubai-Inc-launches-aerospace-division.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049616/Dubai-Inc-launches-aerospace-division.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Aviareto gets Cape Town up and running</title><description>Following its Dublin launch, Aviareto, the Cape Town registry, is now live on the web.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/tkPTR9LgHdk/Aviareto-gets-Cape-Town-up-and-running.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049617/Aviareto-gets-Cape-Town-up-and-running.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Schulte new managing director of  Seabury</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>SIMPLY BIGGER</title><description>Aviation Capital has successfully closed the largest pooled aircraft securitization in a decade. Alexandra Cain examines the deal.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/AQDDBRi8fOo/SIMPLY-BIGGER.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049662/SIMPLY-BIGGER.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Why Awas fits Terra Firma</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/7zCSOjlE9d0/Why-Awas-fits-Terra-Firma.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049652/Why-Awas-fits-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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Oasis refinances 25 aircraft</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/oGZnR3SOXeM/Oasis-refinances-25-aircraft.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049668/Oasis-refinances-25-aircraft.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>DVB and ELF launch engine partnership</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>AerCap sets up 70 aircraft joint venture</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/nu0lc6yCyQE/AerCap-sets-up-70-aircraft-joint-venture.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049670/AerCap-sets-up-70-aircraft-joint-venture.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>United secures record $3 billion exit loan and revolver</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Varig to pay $56 million to avoid fleet seizure</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/D0egIEuDvng/Varig-to-pay-56-million-to-avoid-fleet-seizure.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049642/Varig-to-pay-56-million-to-avoid-fleet-seizure.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>SETTING THE  RECORD STRAIGHT</title><description>Maintenance records are often neglected and dismissed as a technical issue by aircraft financiers, but how many have considered what their aircraft is worth without them. Alexandra Cain reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_t3vZ1-BYxE/SETTING-THERECORD-STRAIGHT.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049781/SETTING-THERECORD-STRAIGHT.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>CAPE TOWN REVISITED</title><description>Eight countries have ratified the Cape Town Convention, which will be implemented in March. Victoria Pennington speaks to some of the people who made it happen.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/NYM1yEclVV8/CAPE-TOWN-REVISITED.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049784/CAPE-TOWN-REVISITED.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Babcock &amp; Brown closes warehousing facility</title><description>Babcock &amp; Brown Aircraft Management (BBAM) has arranged a $1.2 billion warehousing facility to fund aircraft acquisitions</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/cXisC62wYHA/Babcock-and-Brown-closes-warehousing-facility.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049753/Babcock-and-Brown-closes-warehousing-facility.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Burke leaves Willis after over three years service</title><description>Monica Burke, chief financial officer of Willis Lease Finance, has decided to leave the company in January 2006. Robert Warwick, director of finance, will take over her position.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dmLfDmFv1_M/Burke-leaves-Willis-after-over-three-years-service.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049768/Burke-leaves-Willis-after-over-three-years-service.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>The man who ordered 10 new Russian Jets</title><description>There were lots of orders at the Dubai Airshow, but one letter of intent was far more intriguing than the others. On the fourth day of the show, by which time many journalists and exhibitors had left, Sukhoi, the Russian aircraft manufacturer, announced a $500 million order for 20 Russian Regional Jets (RRJ), with a further 20 options.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/G4E6ycpFP7w/The-man-who-ordered-10-new-Russian-Jets.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049769/The-man-who-ordered-10-new-Russian-Jets.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Calyon and SG lease structure wins CEA mandate</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Round one: the race for Awas</title><description>Awas has a very different portfolio to Boullioun, but there is no shortage of bidders. Alasdair Whyte looks at the contenders.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/hxFk2U_Xcvc/Round-one-the-race-for-Awas.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049793/Round-one-the-race-for-Awas.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Financial Telecom takes over MK Aviation</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4lgIpQybND4/Financial-Telecom-takes-over-MK-Aviation.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049816/Financial-Telecom-takes-over-MK-Aviation.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Debt financing for Pegasus 737-700 to close</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Moore triumphs in yacht race</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/UGybh3o0AQo/Moore-triumphs-in-yacht-race.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049817/Moore-triumphs-in-yacht-race.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The new pegasus</title><description>Pegasus Aviation is expanding and, with the help of Oaktree Capital Management and an ex-Boeing salesman, this will continue over the next decade. Victoria Pennington reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/dCElBTTZ1MU/The-new-pegasus.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049802/The-new-pegasus.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Kaupthing Bank and FL group form lessor</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/RJWxKI-53ZQ/Kaupthing-Bank-and-FL-group-form-lessor.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049813/Kaupthing-Bank-and-FL-group-form-lessor.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Macquarie in bid for Copenhagen Airport</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Old before its time</title><description>Bankruptcy meant that the Fairchild Dornier 328 Jet never really found a market, and with Delta parking aircraft, its value is unlikely to recover.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5Wa1d_upXzU/Old-before-its-time.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049799/Old-before-its-time.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>The structure</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/YzlciS4-B2U/The-structure.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049864/The-structure.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>SINGLE PARENT COMPANY</title><description>AerCap, the lessor formerly known as debis Airfinance, is an example of how important the owners of a leasing company are. Its original owners started with high expectations and then lost their nerve. Cerberus Capital, its new owner, wants to change this.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/TeYYCAlZhe0/SINGLE-PARENT-COMPANY.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049876/SINGLE-PARENT-COMPANY.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>CARGO WARS</title><description>Renewed interest in 747 freighters has made it likely that Boeing will launch the 747 Advanced. Geoff Hearn examines how the compares to the A380F.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/2lHNzWgZyHA/CARGO-WARS.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049880/CARGO-WARS.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>START YOUR  ENGINES</title><description>As the popularity of engine leasing increases, existing players are becoming wary of market saturation but that is good news for airlines. Andrew McGuinness reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/pruVtRyx8bE/START-YOURENGINES.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049882/START-YOURENGINES.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The SOL is shining for Iberia</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ABC and Kaupthing finance Icelease 747</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Korean Air Lease &amp; Finance launches a $172.8 million financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Emirates finances last of its A340-500s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Allco wins SIA Cargo deal and launches fund</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>AerCap (debis Airfinance) closes aircraft securitization worth $1.4 billion</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>A third force</title><description>AiRUnion is hoping to become a major competitor to Aeroflot and Sibir, but can the alliance find the funding and the management to become a viable rival? Steve Thomson, editor of Concise Aerospace (www.conciseb2b.com/aerospace), reports.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/qt2KXUk5TvM/A-third-force.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049838/A-third-force.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Two lessors secure Air China sale/leaseback financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/CbPh7VIbNiY/Two-lessors-secure-Air-China-saleleaseback-financing.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049922/Two-lessors-secure-Air-China-saleleaseback-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Cargolux finances two 747s</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Oasis closes first unsecured loan worth $110 million</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>CIT opens new Dublin office</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>ABC finances Millennium</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Iberia plans Spanish lease</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>London calling</title><description>Tim Duncan, head of Babcock &amp; Brown's London office, gives a guide to London. Interview by Jack Duncan.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/e6640KY7--Y/London-calling.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2049988/London-calling.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Operation China</title><description>Avoid the pitfalls of operating leasing in China with Adam Law and William Ho's essential guide to the regulations.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/5S3u-i7K6XE/Operation-China.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050035/Operation-China.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Republic promotes Weinroth</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/4x-cjeTEA8k/Republic-promotes-Weinroth.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050026/Republic-promotes-Weinroth.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Fortress builds dream team for Air Castle</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Air India resorts to more leases</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/WxAkF--mMYk/Air-India-resorts-to-more-leases.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050048/Air-India-resorts-to-more-leases.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>JOL market alive despite changes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Lessors return to securitization</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Air Canada to refinance GE loan</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/-hs9ka8xDiI/Air-Canada-to-refinance-GE-loan.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050079/Air-Canada-to-refinance-GE-loan.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Macquarie expands team</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/kZmg5_QkeRg/Macquarie-expands-team.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050077/Macquarie-expands-team.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Chinese new year - Dublin style</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Volito gets $150million credit facility</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>French suspend tax lease approvals</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Tennenbaum helps out Northwest Airlines</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/wAMcSAO5SLo/Tennenbaum-helps-out-Northwest-Airlines.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050131/Tennenbaum-helps-out-Northwest-Airlines.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>US Airways gets $125 million financing</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/bE5WSJjcAgY/US-Airways-gets-125-million-financing.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050132/US-Airways-gets-125-million-financing.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Iberia widebody JOL closes</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>Gecas helps US Airways out</title><description>US Airways has reached an agreement with Gecas and GE Engine Services for its aircraft leasing, financing and engine maintainance.
The deal will provide the airline with short-term liquidity and reduce its debt.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/QAaVhhXCn-k/Gecas-helps-US-Airways-out.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050164/Gecas-helps-US-Airways-out.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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~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>US court rules against Aeroflot for contract breech</title><description>The US Supreme Court has upheld a lower court ruling recognizing a 2002 Swiss arbitration decision against Aeroflot for $13 million plus all interest and litigation expenses.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/Sf6CVTs9css/US-court-rules-against-Aeroflot-for-contract-breech.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050169/US-court-rules-against-Aeroflot-for-contract-breech.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>Americas Deal of the Year – Aviation Capital keeps trying</title><description /><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/_9OMiz7P7EI/Americas-Deal-of-the-YearAviation-Capital-keeps-trying.html</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050384/Americas-Deal-of-the-YearAviation-Capital-keeps-trying.html</feedburner:origLink></item><item><title>The rocket scientists of Shannon</title><description>Although tax breaks and international treaties have helped make Ireland an aviation centre, the biggest reason was GPA. In January 2004, Alasdair Whyte looked at the history of the company.</description><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/afj_lessorsfundsandprivateequity/~3/OpCMNvtPdjE/The-rocket-scientists-of-Shannon.html</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><feedburner:origLink>http://www.airfinancejournal.com/Article/2050474/The-rocket-scientists-of-Shannon.html</feedburner:origLink></item></channel></rss>

