Russia & CIS

Transaero halves net profit

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:12:48 GMT

The carrier reports net profit of $28.7 million in 2012.

Sukhoi reports rejected take off

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:14:28 GMT

An alarm signalling engine computer failure caused the rejected take off.

Avia denies selling 737 portfolio to VTB

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:34:54 GMT

The lessor says it is in discussions with VTB for financing the 737 order.

Ilyushin agrees Sukhoi contract

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:21:55 GMT

Ilyushin Finance and Sukhoi plan to sign a contract for 20 Superjet 100s at the Paris Airshow.

Analysis: Russia welcomes foreign jets

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:24:56 GMT

Big Russian airlines are aggressively ordering western aircraft, encouraged by a relaxation in regulations and access to more diversified funding. Regional aircraft are still impaired by high fees, reports Yana Palagacheva, but there are hopes this may change soon.

Air Astana receives A320

Tue, 07 May 2013 12:33:18 GMT

The carrier takes delivery of a new A320 with sharlets.

Azerbaijan Airlines receives last A340s

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

AJW Capital Partners delivers two A340-500s to the carrier.

Update: Alafco leases A320 to Nordwind

Wed, 01 May 2013 16:07:22 GMT

Kuwaiti lessor places one A320 with Nordwind Airlines.

Ilyushin- Sukhoi deal delayed

Wed, 01 May 2013 10:46:51 GMT

Ilyushin Finance expects to sign the contract by the end of May.

Aeroflot receives fourth 777

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:39:30 GMT

The carrier takes delivery of its fourth 777-300ER.

Allen & Overy names new counsel

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Allen & Overy Moscow promotes Dvorkin to counsel.

Aeroflot receives A320

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:15:08 GMT

The carrier is leasing the narrowbody from Awas.

Transaero leases Tu-204-100C

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:32:50 GMT

Ilyushin Finance delivers first cargo aircraft to the carrier.

Aeroflot leases A320

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:44:05 GMT

Awas delivers third A320- 200 to the Russian carrier.

S7 receives A320

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:18:56 GMT

Air Lease Corporation delivered the aircraft to the Russian carrier.

Aeroflot leases A320

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:13:03 GMT

SMBC Aviation Capital delivered the aircraft.

CFO Interview: UTair funds foreign jet order

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:04:15 GMT

UTair is taking delivery of 60 new western passenger aircraft in the next seven years. Igor Petrov, chief financial officer, UTair, tells Yana Palagacheva about the fleet renewal and how the carrier is seeking to diversify its funding sources.

Volga-Dnepr names new executive

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:04:44 GMT

Sergey Reznikov is the new vice present of Volga-Dnepr Unique Air Cargo.

Update: Sberbank orders 12 737s

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:57:55 GMT

Transaero Airlines will receive the aircraft between 2015 and 2017.

Lebedev sells Red Wings

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian businessman has sold the troubled carrier for 1 rouble.

Sberbank orders 12 737s

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The aircraft will be leased to Transaero Airlines.

Update: Sukhoi to replace SSJ100s for Aeroflot

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The manufacturer will repurchase 10 SSJ100s for $19 million each.

Aeroflot receives 777

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:01:51 GMT

The carrier has taken delivery of its third Boeing 777-300ER.

Aeroflot receives A320

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 11:53:21 GMT

Awas delivers second A320 to the carrier.

Armavia enters bankruptcy

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:24:05 GMT

Armenian flag carrier declares bankruptcy after debts spiral.

Aeroflot receives A320

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:26:21 GMT

Awas delivers first of six A320s to the carrier.

UTair considers turboprop order

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:12:00 GMT

The carrier is looking at placing potential orders for ATR72-600s and Q400s.

Sukhoi to replace SSJ100s for Aeroflot

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:25:20 GMT

Aeroflot will receive 10 SSJ100s with different configuration on lease from VEB Leasing.

Sukhoi reports SSJ100 incident

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:33:13 GMT

A SSJ100 returns to departure airport due to landing gear failure.

MDAC acquires 737

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:11:46 GMT

The narrowbody is on long term lease to Transavia.

ALC to lease two A320s to S7

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian carrier is looking at ordering more A320s or 737-800s on operating lease.

S7 to receive two A320s

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian carrier is looking at ordering more A320s or 737-800s on operating lease.

VEB Leasing boosts portfolio by 73%

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:38:47 GMT

The Russian lessor’s portfolio for all its business lines, including aviation, reached $16.7 billion in 2012.

Sukhoi and Kartika negotiate SSJ100 financing

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 16:35:28 GMT

The manufacturer says it is in discussions with the carrier a day after its Southeast Asia director announced Sukhoi was withdrawing from the deal.

Transaero finalises A380 PDPs

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:57:27 GMT

The carrier has secured pre-delivery payment financing from VEB Leasing.

Sky Aviation receives first SSJ100

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 14:23:51 GMT

Sky Aviation is the first Southeast Asia SSJ100 customer.

Aeroflot receives second 777

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:37:35 GMT

The aircraft was delivered and put into operations on time.

Donavia leases three A319s

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:37:15 GMT

The Aeroflot subsidiary will lease the jets from Gecas.

Sukhoi to compensate Aeroflot

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:56:40 GMT

The manufacturer will compensate the carrier for financial losses stemming from suspended SSJ100s.

Update: Rossiya leases five A320 family jets

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:06:34 GMT

Gecas and CIT are leasing the aircraft to the carrier.

Update: Transaero firms A380 order

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 10:29:40 GMT

The aircraft are scheduled to deliver between 2015 and 2018.

Ilyushin appoints international sales director

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:21:30 GMT

The new role is part of the Russian lessor’s strategy to expand globally.

Ilyushin firms C Series order

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:06:10 GMT

The Russian lessor has ordered 32 CS300s with ten options.

Rossiya leases five A320 family jets

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:52:20 GMT

The aircraft are set to deliver by the end of 2013.

AJW to set up consignment stock base in Russia

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:51:13 GMT

The stock pool will be for A320 and 737 spare parts.

Export credit survey:Finding ECA alternatives

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The new aircraft sector understanding will impact on how airlines and banks approach export credit agency debt. Alfonso Olivas examines what this could mean for the air finance market and alterative financing structures.

Ingostrakh names new aviation senior

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Vasily Korsakov has been promoted to head of airlines insurance department.

New perspective on airline ratings

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Michael Duff reveals how his newly launched airline ratings on The Airline Analyst compare with those of the ratings agencies.

TAA's ratings table

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

See the tables for the article: " New perspective on airline ratings"

UTair considers IPO

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian carrier will also look at private placements, bonds and convertible bonds.

Sberbank to open an operating lease franchise

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:24:11 GMT

The Russian bank is in discussions with Boeing for a new aircraft order.

Lao Central receives SSJ100

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:35:08 GMT

Sukhoi has delivered its first jet to Southeast Asia.

Ilyushin considers SSJ100

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:20:39 GMT

The lessor is in discussions for an order of 20 Superjets from Sukhoi.

Avia orders 85 MC-21

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 16:51:15 GMT

The Russian lessor has signed an MoU with Aeroflot for 50 MC-21s.

Ilyushin Finance orders MC-21s

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The lessor has finalized an order for 50 MC-21s.

Aeroflot’s SSJ100 certificates renewed

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:52:53 GMT

Sukhoi has been working to fix Superjet 100 faults since 2011.

Dublin 2013 conference photos now online

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Photos from the 15th Annual Global Airfinance Conference, held in Dublin, are now online.

Sukhoi modifying the SSJ100

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:30:55 GMT

The manufacturer says it is fixing problems found on the Superjet.

Finnair issues RFP

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:31:03 GMT

The carrier is seeking finance for A321s it is due to take this year.

Air India extends 787 RFP

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:36:41 GMT

The flag carrier is seeking sale/leasebacks on seven 787s.

Aeroflot receives 777 certification

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Russian aviation authorities are allowing the carrier to operate the 777-300ER.

Russia grounds Red Wings Airlines

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:55:21 GMT

Aeroflot will be flying the carrier’s suspended flights.

Aeroflot closes first 777 financing

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 09:30:30 GMT

Apple Bank, Goldman Sachs and Credit Agricole are financing the widebody under an US Ex-Im guarantee.

Yakutia expands fleet

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:42:14 GMT

The Russian carrier has ordered three Q400s and leased five 737s.

Aeroflot has to delay 777 flights

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:31:38 GMT

The carrier’s new 777-300ER cannot begin flights because Russian authorities have not certified the aircraft type.

Yakutia receives second SSJ100

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:33:23 GMT

This is the second Russian carrier to operate the Sukhoi Superjet 100.

SCAC names new president and chairman

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:21:33 GMT

Andrey Kalinovsky is the new president of Sukhoi Civil Aircraft.

Final call for 2012 Deal of the Year Awards submissions

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:11:22 GMT

The deadline for submissions is only a few days away. Please send nominations for the best deals of 2012.

ACS secures PDP financing

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:05:36 GMT

The Bank of Moscow is lending the company debt to pay the PDPs on 50 737s on order.

Atran receives AEI B737-400SF

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 13:13:21 GMT

ACG has leased the freighter to the Russian cargo airline.

Webinar reminder: The Airline Analyst's financial ratings

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 12:13:12 GMT

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Free webinar: The Airline Analyst's financial ratings

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

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Reminder: Submissions for 2012 Deal of the Year Awards

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are now open for the best deals of 2012.

Update: Citi funds Aeroflot A330s

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 12:51:04 GMT

Euler Hermes backs Citi financing of five A330s for Aeroflot.

Deals Database: Free quarterly report

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:59:54 GMT

A report analysing the industry in Q3 2012 is available free to download.

Avinco places 777-200ER

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 11:10:42 GMT

The widebody has been placed with Russian carrier Orenair.

Update: Air Astana secures export credit for A321s

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The carrier has received two A321s and is expecting an A320 by the end of the month.

Sukhoi crash concluded to be human error

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:25:02 GMT

Indonesian investigators have blamed pilot for the deadly crash.

Azerbaijan Airlines to operate last A340s

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:54:20 GMT

AJ Walter has sold the two A340-500s to the carrier.

Aeroflot reveals A330 financing

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:39:19 GMT

The carrier has 11 A330s in its fleet on a sale/leaseback or finance lease basis.

Aeroflot receives A330

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:57:59 GMT

The carrier has 11 A330s in its fleet on a sale/leaseback or finance lease basis.

Air Bridge takes third 747-8F

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:52:37 GMT

The Russian cargo carrier has taken delivery of its third 747-8F.

Air Astana receives A321

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The carrier now has 11 A320 family aircraft in its fleet.

Embraer jets receive Russian certification

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:00:43 GMT

Embraer forecasts some 445 new 30 to 120-seat aircraft orders coming from Russia in the next 20 years.

Nominations for 2012 Deal of the Year Awards

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Call for submissions for the best deals of 2012.

US Senate passes bill boosting export to Russia

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:37:06 GMT

Boeing forecasts Russia will order about 900 commercial aircraft over the next 20 years.

Air Astana secures export credit for A321s

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 10:11:38 GMT

European ECAs are guaranteeing the delivery of two A321-200s and an A320-200 to the Kazakh carrier.

Update: ATR 600 to operate in Russia and CIS

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:02:34 GMT

The manufacturer will deliver the first ATR 600 for the region to Nordstar Airlines.

Air Astana phases out Fokkers

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The carrier will finish replacing the Fokker 50 turboprops with E190s by mid 2013.

Airfinance Journal – November 2012

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights from the November 2012 print edition of Airfinance Journal.

ATR 600 to operate in Russia and CIS

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Rival manufacturer SCAC says it does not see any competition from ATR.

Engine Survey: Steady market despite financing challenges

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This year’s engine poll finds a confident market with a familiar name on top. Yana Palagacheva asks how limited financing and soft lease rates are affecting the industry.

VEB Leasing mandates banks for ECA loan

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:10:03 GMT

Russian lessor secures US Ex-Im approval for four 777-300ERs.

Azerbaijan signs $180mn Embraer deal

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:16:27 GMT

The Baku -based carrier signs a deal for six E-jets from Embraer and ECC leasing.

UTair mandates VEB leasing

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:48:39 GMT

The Russian carrier has mandated VEB Leasing for the financing of 20 A321s.

SMBC closes five deals in November

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:33:37 GMT

The lessor has placed jets with Nok Airlines, Gol, Garuda and Ural Airlines.

Update: UTair considers financing options

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:06:09 GMT

The Russian carrier will use sale/leasebacks on 20 ordered A321s.

UTair considers financing options

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:33:36 GMT

The Russian carrier is looking at different options to finance 20 A321s.

Interjet adds 10 SSJ100 options

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:36:29 GMT

The Mexican carrier has added 10 options to its firm order for 20 SSJ100.

UTair Finance issues $95 million bond

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 13:22:33 GMT

The bond coupon rate is 11.75% per annum.

Aeroflot may convert SSJ100s into business jets

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:34:20 GMT

SCAC vice president has said Aeroflot can convert Superjets into business jets and sell them.

Aeroflot leases A320s

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 17:22:51 GMT

The Russian flag carrier is leasing five A320 aircraft from AWAS.

Aeroflot to set up a budget carrier

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:52:30 GMT

The carrier’s CEO announced plans for a new LCC during a meeting with the president Putin.

China Eastern receives second A319

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:11:56 GMT

Carrier takes delivery of second of two A319s under finance lease.

Air Astana receives E190

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 13:00:02 GMT

This is the Kazakh carrier’s first owned aircraft.

Alfa-Bank extends UTair credit limit

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 11:54:02 GMT

The Russian carrier’s line of credit is now $302.7 million.

Aeroflot receives A330

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 10:27:20 GMT

This is the 100th Airbus aircraft in the carrier’s fleet.

Russian Technologies orders 35 MAXs

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 14:11:18 GMT

This is the first MAX order coming from Eastern Europe.

The hungriest airlines for air finance

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Deals Database examines Boeing and Airbus' order books to present a list of the top airlines with immediately pending aircraft deliveries.

Air Astana plans to launch domestic IPO

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 17:30:26 GMT

The flag carrier looks to float 20% of its shares in an initial public offering in Q3 2013.

Turkmenistan orders Boeing narrowbody

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 11:13:47 GMT

The flag carrier has ordered one 737.

Somon Air names new CEO

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:15:17 GMT

Lloyd Paxton will replace Alisher Rustamov at Somon Air.

Aeroflot denies negotiating Lebedev’s stake

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 16:28:36 GMT

The carrier says it is not considering repurchasing the 14.5% stake.

Update: Armavia resumes flying Superjet 100

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 15:17:39 GMT

The carrier will resume flying the jet from 0ctober 4 2012.

Gazpromneft-Aero enters US market

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:40:35 GMT

Gazpromneft-Aero has refueled aircraft for Volga-Dnepr Airlines in the US.

Istat: Russia to sell four aircraft for part-out.

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 16:13:00 GMT

NTE Aviation is buying one 737 and three ERJ-145s from the Russian government.

Buraq Air plans Bosnian takeover

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:03:32 GMT

Libyan carrier Buraq Air considers stake in Bosnia’s BH Airlines.

Istat: Armavia resumes flying Superjet 100

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Manufacturer says Armavia will put the aircraft in service from beginning of October.

Aeroflot receives tenth Superjet

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 16:38:54 GMT

Sukhoi Civil Aircraft has delivered the aircraft to Aeroflot.

Belavia takes E175

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:50:26 GMT

The Belarusian flag carrier has received one aircraft from Embraer.

Aeroflot receives A321

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:57:21 GMT

Russian carrier secures finance lease for twenty first A321.

737-900ER surpasses 500 orders

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:04:25 GMT

United Airlines’ decision to convert 737-700s to 737-900ERs brings total number of orders to 537.

Aeroflot suffers profit slide

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 13:04:54 GMT

The Russian flag carrier’s half year profit has fallen by 98%.

Basel Aero appoints new CEO

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

South Russian airport operator picks new chief.

Aeroflot receives ninth SSJ100

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:07:26 GMT

Sukhoi Civil Aircraft has delivered its tenth production SSJ100 aircraft.

Fly acquires two 737-800s

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:47:53 GMT

Lessor leases jets to Transaero.

Yamal leases five A320s

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:26:42 GMT

The Russian airline is leasing three of the jets from the Aviation Capital Group and two from CIT Aerospace.

Nordwind leases A321-200

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian carrier has leased the aircraft from AerCap.

New MRO to be constructed in Russia

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:23:01 GMT

Avia Solutions Group has started the construction of the facility.

Aeroflot mandates VEB Leasing

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

VEB Leasing is financing four 777s worth $1.26 billion.

Lebedev looks to sell Aeroflot stake

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:26:00 GMT

The Russian billionaire is offering his 14.5% stake to the Russian government.

Operators and Investors 2012 Poll: Now live

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Vote for the best aircraft type in the 2012 Operators and Investors Poll.

Iata reports air traffic slowdown

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 12:16:13 GMT

Disappointing global statistics masks Middle East 17.9% growth rates.

Update: SuperJet-100 threatened by lack of funds

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 14:29:06 GMT

Sukhoi denies Russian state auditor report and claims it will make a gross profit by 2013.

SuperJet-100 threatened by lack of funds

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 17:38:26 GMT

Russian state auditor says manufacturer lacks funds for production.

Aeroflot receives new Superjet

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 13:52:18 GMT

The Russian flag carrier has taken delivery of its ninth Superjet.

Irkut names new president

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 12:29:31 GMT

Oleg Demchenko will replace Alexei Fyodorov as the president of the aircraft maker.

Lawyers 2012 Survey: Cast your vote

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Vote for the best law firm and rising stars in aviation in the 2012 Lawyers Guide survey.

Russia 2012 conference photos now online

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 12:45:20 GMT

Photos now online from Airfinance Journal's recent Russia 2012 conference.

Video Interview: Irkut Corporation head of sales Kirill Budaev

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Airfinance Network interviews Kirill Budaev, Irkut Corporation Head of Sales and Marketing on the MC21 programme.

UTair gets US Ex-Im financing

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:14:29 GMT

The Russian carrier has acquired four 737-800s.

UTair gets five 737s

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 16:18:53 GMT

Sberbank Leasing is funding the jets

Avolon: max and neo vital for "top tier lessors"

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:13:01 GMT

Aircraft lessor Avolon states financing secured for existing order book till 2013.

UTair orders 20 A321s

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 10:57:15 GMT

The Russian carrier posts its first order for Airbus aircraft.

Gecas joins CFM’s leased fleets MRO programme

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Lessor Gecas signs MoU to participate in CFM International’s Portable Maintenance for Lessors (PML), a transferable MRO programme for leased fleets.

Video interview: ALC’s CEO Steven Udvar-Hazy

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Free video interview with Steven Udvar-Hazy, leasing firm ALC’s CEO.

Air Astana orders PW4000-94 engines for 767s

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 17:44:11 GMT

The deal is valued at $90 million.

Airfinance Journal –July/August 2012

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights from the July/ August 2012 print edition of Airfinance Journal.

Farnborough Airshow day 3 highlights

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights from the third day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2012.

2012 OPERATING LEASE SURVEY

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Aircraft values and lease rates are under pressure as the economic downturn continues. Joanna Vickers looks at how the lessors are managing their portfolios in difficult circumstances.

Russian ECA to insure MC-21 exports

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Exiar signs MoU to begin offering export insurance to Irkut’s MC-21.

ACS seeks financial advisory

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:09:14 GMT

The Russian company is looking for financial advice for its possible US Ex-Im deal.

Moscow Conference: Boeing signs MOU with Sberbank

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:02:53 GMT

The memorandum of understanding is to extend cooperation in aviation financing and leasing.

Moscow Conference: Exiar to work with Russian and foreign banks

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 09:58:51 GMT

The newly set up export credit agency will support Superjet sales.

Moscow Conference: Lessors to take 50% of the market

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Within two years lessors may account for 50% of the global air finance market.

Moscow conference: ETS row may halt A330 production hike

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:39:05 GMT

Chinese orders that have been delayed may make the manufacturer shelve plans to increase production rates.

Moscow Conference: Exiar to guarantee next year

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:23:41 GMT

The newly set up Russian export credit agency (ECA) will support Russian manufacturers.

Moscow Conference: Transaero reveals 787 financing

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:18:04 GMT

The Russian carrier's four 787s are due to deliver in 2014.

Russian airlines can tap the capital market

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:14:28 GMT

The region’s carriers will need to change accounting standards to do so.

Moscow Conference: Commercial debt tenor to shorten

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:11:45 GMT

Basel III will radically alter how long commercial debt tenors are.

Moscow Conference: ECA depends on the pricing

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Transaero Airlines says that using export credit agency (ECA) financing is an option.

Aeroflot elects opposition activist to the board

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 11:35:34 GMT

State owned airline Aeroflot has elected anti-corruption blogger Alexei Navalny to the board.

Transaero places six firm Superjet 100 orders

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 16:57:55 GMT

Russian carrier signs a contract worth $212.4 million for six Sukhoi Superjet aircraft with ten options.

Transaero Airlines firms A380 order

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:00:02 GMT

The airline is the first A380 customer in Russia and Eastern Europe.

Aeroflot issues 777 RFP

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:24:34 GMT

The carrier is looking to finance the first four 777-300Rs it will take next year.

Editor's letter: An Indonesian tragedy

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A review of the Sukhoi Superjet programme in light of the recent tragic crash in Indonesia, by Airfinance Journal editor Dickon Harris.

Aeroflot takes eighth Superjet

Mon, 21 May 2012 13:45:55 GMT

The Russian carrier will start flying the jet on May 23 2012.

AirBaltic appoints COO

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The carrierï¿½s CEO has also extended his contract until March 31 2014.

Natixis advising Sukhoi

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The bank is helping the manufacturer understand long term financing possibilities.

UTair issues bond

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

UTair's bonds to be used to refinance debt and pay aircraft loans.

Avia Capital Services in financing talks

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:26:55 GMT

The Russian company is discussing possible US Ex-IM backing for 50 737s

VEB to finance four A380s

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:41:03 GMT

The aircraft will be leased to Transaero Airlines.

Air Astana retiring Fokkers

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:40:17 GMT

Embraer 190s will replace the carrier’s six turboprops.

Air Bridge closes $245mn deal

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The cargo carrier has completed a finance lease facility for two 747-8Fs.

Gecas leases Airbus jets to Aeroflot

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:44:26 GMT

The Russian carrier will finance three Airbus widebodies with the US lessor.

Boeing delivers 747-8F to Air Bridge Cargo

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Russia's largest freighter airline, Air Bridge Cargo, has taken delivery of its second Boeing 747-8Fs.

Aeroflot to lease three A321s

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Russian carrier Aeroflot is working with VEB-Leasing to fund three Airbus A321-200s.

Update: S7 gets one A320

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Russia's largest domestic carrier will lease one Airbus narrowbody.

Feature: More than a blip?

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Persistently low lease rates for factory-new aircraft give investors cause for concern.

Air Bridge Cargo finances 747-8F

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The freighter delivered January 26 2012.

Dublin Conference: ECAs to take greater share of 2012 financing

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Airbus and Boeing executives talk to Airfinance Journal about this year’s $95 billion financing requirement.

UTair closes $100m finance leases

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Russia's Sberbank will fund finance leases for seven Boeing aircraft.

Transaero orders four 787s

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian airline has also acquired two 777s from Singapore Airlines.

Feature:Extracting value at a younger age

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The fact that several aircraft have gone to part out earlier than expected might worry investors that the economic life of aircraft is changing.

Transaero firms A320neo order

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian airline firmed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus.

Exiar to support Superjet sales

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:15:04 GMT

The newly created Russian export credit agency is looking to support Superjet sales in Latin America and South East Asia.

ALC signs 8 lease agreements

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The deals include the acquisition of two narrowbodies with leases attached.

Avialeasing and UTair in court dispute

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Russian leassor Avialeasing says it filed for bankruptcy after its only customer, UTair, stopped paying lease rentals.

Feature: Ripple Effect

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Patrick Winters investigates how far aviation's liquidity crisis has spread outside of France.

AMS arranges lease of two CRJ-100ERs

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A second Bombardier CRJ-100ER leased by a SPV has been delivered to Rusline. AMS arranged both deals.

Aeroflot leases A330

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:50:02 GMT

BOC Aviation leased one new A330-300 to the the Russian carrier.

Ex-Im Bank in court over $1.3 billion guarantee

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Air Transport Association of America (ATA) has taken Ex-Im Bank to court over a guarantee for Air India's Boeing financing.

Russian lessor files for bankruptcy

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Avialeasing has filed for bankruptcy and the lessor's 24 SSJ100 order positions have been transferred to VEB Leasing.

Transaero orders four 747-8Is

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Boeing and the Russian carrier sign a deal for four 747-8 Intercontinental aircraft.

Feature: Age concern

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Restrictions on importing older aircraft could become a troubling issue for lessors and financiers.

OrenAir gets one 777

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) has leased one Boeing widebody to the Russian carrier.

Transaero to order A380s

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:21:00 GMT

Russia’s second largest airline will be the launch customer for the A380 in Russia, CIS and Eastern Europe.

Aeroflot to lease five A319s

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian flag carrier has received proposals from three lessors.

Feature: Pricing Survey

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Patrick Winters asks leading banks to indicate commercial debt and export credit margins for new narrowbody aircraft.

Airbus forecasts Russia demand for more than 1000 aircraft

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The twenty year forecast comes as the International Air Transport Association (IATA) calls for global standards to be the ï¿½cornerstone for Euro-Russian aviation.ï¿½

Top talent recognized

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Eight law associates, acknowledged by Airfinance Journal readers, talk about why they chose aviation.

UTair finalise order for 40 aircraft

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:34:27 GMT

The deal with Boeing was first announced at the 2011 Paris Air Show.

IATA ups 2011 profit forecast

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The airline trade organisation upgrades this year's industry profit forecast to $6.9 billion but says profits likely to fall in 2012.

ILFC seeks to repossess two A320s

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Russian low-cost carrier AviaNova owes International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) more than $3 million in lease payments.

Kuban Airlines sign letter of intent

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:51:46 GMT

The Russian airline's order for 12 Superjet 100 is worth $380.4 million.

Deadline extended to participate in Operators and Investors Poll

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Download the Operators and Investors survey from our homepage to participate.

Ilyushin finance to order CSeries

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian leasing company is in talks with Bombardier to purchase up to 20 CSeries aircraft.

Transaero signs MOU for A320neos

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The carrier is the first airline in Russia, CIS and Eastern Europe to order the Airbus A320neo.

Air Astana firms orders for Ejets

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Kazakhstan airline will take delivery of two Embraer 190s in 2012.

Feature: 2011 operating lease survey

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

There is uncertainty over the cost of jet fuel and new technology as the aircraft leasing industry welcomes new players.

Transaero gets one Boeing 737

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) has leased a new Boeing 737-800 to the Russian carrier.

Aeroflot closes finance lease

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The European export credit agencies guaranteed the financing for three Airbus A330s.

Lawyers Survey: Cast your vote

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Vote for your favourite law firm and rising stars in aviation in the 2011 Lawyers Guide survey.

First half profit for Air Astana

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Kazakhstan national carrier's profit before tax in the first half rose 10.4% year on year to $36.9 million.

Russian ECA to be established by 2013

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Export credit will be available for Sukhoi’s Superjet as Russia establishes an export credit guarantee program.

Eznis buys RJ85s

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Mongolian carrier Eznis Airways has purchased two RJ85s from BAE Systems.

UTair to order 737s

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian carrier has announced that it will order 40 737NGs from Boeing.

Aeroflot announces 777 order

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Russia’s national carrier has announced a firm order for eight 777-300ERs, previously attributed by Boeing to an undisclosed customer.

Mongolian Airlines orders Boeings

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The order for two 737-800s and one 767-300ER is worth $245 million at list prices.

First ATR order for Gecas

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) has ordered 15 ATR 72-600s with 15 options worth about $680 million at list prices.

Boeing says world fleet to double by 2030

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The aircraft manufacturer forecasts a demand for 33,500 new aircraft buy 2030.

Feature: Is the Neo worth it?

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The A320neo has amassed a significant number of orders. What efficiency gains will be offered by the new engines?

Pilarski: Organizational forgetting–reality or lazy analysis?

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Learning curves are crucial in aircraft production, writes Adam Pilarski, senior vice-president, Avitas, in his monthly column.

Feature: The black box that is Basel III

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Basel III will not shrink the availability of financing, but the new regulations will make it more expensive.

Feature: JOL survey 2011

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

More equity investors interested in Japanese operating leases (JOLs) as the market opens up, despite a difficult year for Japan.

Iata estimates aviation is growing at 3% to 4%

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Passenger traffic increased 16.5% in April 2011 compared with the previous year.

Feature: Ten years strong

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Peter Barrett, chief executive officer, RBS Aviation Capital, speaks to Airfinance Journal as the lessor celebrates its 10th birthday.

Armavia gets finance leases for SSJ100s

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Armenian carrier signed finance leases with VEB Leasing for two Sukhoi Superjet SSJ100 deliveries.

Atlasjet reveals plans for new airlines

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Turkish airline has plans to launch carriers in Russia and Iraq.

Air Astana gets first E190

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Embraer has delivered the first E190 aircraft to the national carrier of Kazakhstan.

UTair takes delivery of first ATR 72-500

Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This is part of a 20 turbo-prop order scheduled to deliver in 2011 and 2012.

Bombardier predicts 13,100 aircraft demand over 20 years

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Canadian manufacturer has released its annual market forecast predicting deliveries worth $639 billion over the next 20 years.

SuperJet delivery to Aeroflot delayed

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The first of 30 Sukhoi SuperJets will be delivered to Aeroflot by the end of May after several setbacks.

Airbus considers increase to A320 production

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

EADS, parent company of Airbus, announces first quarter results and alludes to increase in A320 production.

Feature: The private equity exit

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

What expectations are driving the new breed of leasing companies, and can they deliver?

Air Astana leases three aircraft from ALC

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Kazakhstan’s national carrier signed eight-year leases with Air Lease Corporation (ALC) for three aircraft.

Boeing: Lessors will need capital markets

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Competition among new lessors will drive more speculative aircraft orders, and lessors will need capital markets to fund them, says Boeing Capital’s managing director.

Feature: Criss-Crossing Central Asia

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Kazakhstan's Air Astana has turned a profit every year since it began operations in 2002. Patrick Winters finds out how this unconventional airline has tailored its strategy to fit the world's ninth-largest country.

Air Astana to issue RFP for ECA finance

Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Kazakhstan’s national carrier, Air Astana, will issue a request for proposals (RFP) for export credit agency finance in the second half of this year.

Feature: ABS, a mysterious absence

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Lenders and lessors discuss how the asset-backed securitization market will return and what deals may look like.

Pilarski says: $40 a barrel, not $400

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:22:31 GMT

Oil prices will climb, but will eventually fall drastically, says Adam Pilarski, senior vice-president, Avitas, in his monthly column.

Feature: More tax Leases as economy picks up

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Tax leasing has suffered from a shortage of equity in the downturn because of minimal corporate profits. With the market moving again, Patrick Winters looks at which credits are best suited to this channel of finance.

Sukhoi delivers first Superjet to Armavia

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Armenian airline, Armavia, has taken of the first Superjet 100 after delays.

Embraer delivers 28 aircraft in Q1

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Embraer’s firm order backlog stands at $16 billion after it delivered 20 commercial and eight executive aircraft in 2011.

UTair buys 20 ATRs

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The order will make the Russian carrier Europe’s largest operator of ATR aircraft.

UTair to issue $106 million bonds

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian carrier will issue two domestic bonds worth three billion Rubles ($106 million) through its subsidiary, UTair Finance.

Aeroflot orders eight Boeing 777s

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian airline’s order includes six Boeing 777-300ERs and two 777-200ERs.

How we choose Airfinance Journal's Deals of the Year

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A guide to how we choose Airfinance Journal's Deals of the Year, as the 2010 winners are announced this week.

Editorial: The year of the lessor

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Over the next week Airfinance Journal will reveal 13 deal of the year winners online.

Feature: Thinking outside the box for PDP finance

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Although predelivery financing has improved, financiers continue to be selective in their lending. Lessors may be the key to helping airlines find a financing solution.

OECD invites China and Russia to join ASU

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The OECD’s secretary-general invited China and Russia to join the new Aircraft Sector Understanding (Nasu).

OECD invites China and Russia to join ASU

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The OECD’s secretary-general invited China and Russia to join the new Aircraft Sector Understanding (Nasu).

Feature: Cash for miles

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Spinning off the frequent flyer program (FFP) was a hot topic a couple of years ago but after the crisis it has taken a backseat for most airlines. Patrick Winters investigates how an airline can raise cash from the FFP and if now is the right time.

Feature: Repos on the rise

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Feature: When bank debt becomes a cash trap

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Non-recourse loans can be attractive to the borrower because they are less risky to the overall asset portfolio.

The history of export credit

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A short history of export credit to better understand the new Aircraft Sector Understanding.

The new ASU: what to expect

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Changes to the price and terms of export credit expected today.

Crowded market for new deliveries, bankers say

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Bankers at the 13th European Airfinance Conference in Dublin react positively to the new Aircraft Sector Understanding, but say market is crowded for new aircraft deliveries.

Interjet orders Superjets worth $650 million

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Mexican carrier Interjet has signed a firm order for 15 Sukhoi Superjet 100s (SSJ100). Jet manufacturer Sukhoi now has 170 orders for the Superjet.

Feature: The year liquidity returned

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

If 2009 was the year that lacked liquidity, then it returned in 2010 helping to make it a good year for the aviation industry.

Feature: Frozen aftermarket

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Residual values are dropping much faster than book values, and financing vintage aircraft is harder than ever.

Feature: Making money with older equipment.

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Parts trading is a profitable business. Patrick Winters speaks to key players in the market to find out what is influencing the cost of spare parts.

Nominations for Deals of the Year 2010

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Airfinance Journal is accepting nominations for Deals of the Year 2010.

Coping with weather disruptions

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Who pays when snow causes flight delays, and how does bad weather affect airlines financially?

Higher prices expected for export credit

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

With talks about the Aircraft Sector Understanding due to be concluded before the end of 2010, Airfinance Journal speaks to interested parties about what is going on behind the scenes.

Submit nominations for 2010 Deals of the Year

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Airfinance Journal is now accepting nominations for 2010 Deals of the Year.

Associates soaring to the top

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Working closely with clients goes a long way, because they choose the rising stars at aviation firms. Read the associates' stories and see why they are quickly rising to the top.

Feature: Small aircraft, big costs

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Keeping maintenance costs under control can be the difference between making a profit or a loss for a regional airline.

Feature: new engine options

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Engine manufacturers are developing technologies that will have a huge cost-saving impact for operators.

GMT Global mandates BAE Systems

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 17:34:40 GMT

GMT Global Republic Aviation has mandated BAE Systems to remarket eight Airbus A340 family aircraft.

Feature: is the Neo worth it?

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Where do lessors, airlines and manufacturers stand on the re-engining debate? Delegates at the Istat conference in Munich discuss the new engine option - the Neo.

Feature: profiting from cargo

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Peter Morrell of Cranfield University looks at the financial performance of air cargo carriers.

Feature: another kind of investment

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Find out which aircraft engines are most appealing in this year's engine poll.

Protecting the asset

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Financiers could decide the physical location of aircraft in deals under English law, say top aviation lawyers.

Feature: a guide to title insurance

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Whether or not to take out title insurance when buying an aircraft can be a difficult decision. Hugh Garety, solicitor, Bird & Bird, writes about title insurance and when it should be considered.

Obituary: Andrew Muriel 1952-2010

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Leading Moscow aviation lawyer and musician passed away last night.

Iata revises industry profits for 2010 to $8.9m

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The International Air Transport Association (Iata) now predicts an $8.9 billion profit for the aviation industry, up from a $2.5 billion forecast in June.

Russian Technologies to get 50 Boeing 737s

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The state-owned Russian company has agreed to buy 50 Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

Air Astana to keep profitable with financings

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Kazakhstan’s flag carrier, Air Astana, will find export credit financing. Peter Foster, president, Air Astana told journalists in London yesterday that the company will remain profitable.

Feature: What is a CRJ700 worth?

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Airfinance Journal asked appraisers to assess the value of a 2006-vintage CRJ700 powered by CF34-8C5 engines.

Willis Lease orders six Sukhoi Superjets

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The California lessor has signed a memorandum of understanding with SuperJet International to purchase six aircraft.

2010 Investors Poll

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

See which aircraft topped the charts this year.

Conference Report: Confidence in the Russian aviation market

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 10:38:48 GMT

After the first day of the 8th Annual Russia and CIS Airfinance conference speakers are confident aviation is poised for growth.

AMS places fifth CRJ 200 with AK Bars Aero

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

AK Bars Aero, a regional Russian airline has taken delivery of Bombardier CRJ-200ER (msn 7824) from Magpie Aviation Leasing.

UTair Ukraine leases one Boeing 737

Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) has leased one Boeing 737 to UTair Ukraine.

First Superjet to deliver in November

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:30:02 GMT

Aeroflot will be the launch customer for the first Sukhoi SuperJet.

Volga-Dnepr Airlines to get three IL-76s

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Volga-Dnepr Airlines will invest $90 million for three Ilyushin IL-76TD-90VD aircraft.

BAE to market RJ85s to Russian Airlines

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

BAE Systems Asset Management will target airlines in Russian for 13 RJ85s that come off lease in March.

FEATURE: New Russian law remains a mystery

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New Russian law No 31-FZ aims to provide a means for lessors to register their rights to aircraft. However, lessors think that ambiguity in the law might make it difficult to comply.

Nominations for Deals of the Year 2009

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Airfinance Journal is accepting nominations for Deals of the Year 2009.

Transaero takes delivery of new Tupolev 214

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The delivery is part of a contract the Russian carrier signed with Financail Leasing Company for ten of the aircraft type

KD Avia ceases operations

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The loss-making Russian start-up files for bankruptcy after amassing considerable debts

VEB to finance Aeroflot Superjets

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Russia’s state bank will finance ten Sukhoi Superjets for Aeroflot through its leasing subsidiary as the state ramps up its support for the aerospace industry

AirVolga launches CRJ200 jet service

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Volgograd-based carrier will start operating two used CRJ200 LRs acquired from a third party

Transaero on domestic high

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

After expanding its domestic footprint with a number of new routes, Transaero – Russia’s second largest airline internationally - becomes the country’s second largest carrier overall

UTair closes first Ex/Im deal

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Russia’s third largest airline closes its first Ex/Im deal for seven 737-500s in a deal arranged by ING and valued at $43.8 million

Gecas delivers A320 to Aeroflot

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:06:58 GMT

The A320-200 is one of 31 aircraft Gecas leases to the Russian carrier.

Airlines set to lose $9 billion this year

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

IATA says airlines are expected to post losses of $9 billion this year, with a 15% fall in revenues, and urges the industry to fundamentally restructure and resize in the face of unprecedented challenges.

Russia provides $250 million aid for Superjet

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

State bank VEB is lending the country’s airlines $250 million to lease the Superjet-100, hailed as the spearhead of the manufacturing industry’s revival.

Aeroflot ruled out of CSA take over

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Czech government has rejected Aeroflot’s bid for CSA because of security and safety concerns, but Russia’s largest airline says a tie up was not in its interests anyway.

Savelyev starts as Aeroflot CEO

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The former deputy minister of economic development and trade in the Russian government starts work today at Aeroflot and will focus on implementing a cost-saving plan in light of difficult market conditions.

Finmeccanica buys quarter share of Sukhoi

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Italian conglomerate has bought 25% plus one share in the Russian manufacturer.

Aeroflot mandates Calyon and BNP for financing of six A321s

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aeroflot has mandated BNP Paribas and Calyon for the PDP and long-term financing of six A321-200s.

Aeroflot bids for CSA

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aeroflot bids for the Czech national carrier as it looks to expand its footprint in Europe

Snegirev promoted at Debevoise

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aircraft finance lawyer promoted in Moscow.

Aviaimport uses VEB export loan for Tu-204 purchase

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Transaero redeems debut bond

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Russia's second-largest passenger carrier redeems bond and looks to future loans to fund expansion

ILFC: AIG's sale of the century

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Repossessions and remarketing after the repo

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aircraft financiers planning to repossess aircraft or expecting them returned should be prepared. New research suggests that aircraft will be parked for between three months to over a year, on average, and cost owners more than $780,000 before they earn new lease rentals. Sophie Segal reports.

2008 - A year to forget

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The past 12 months were not the best of times, although aviation can largely claim its innocence in the financial catastrophe.

Listed lessors set for 2009

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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.

The year ahead for aviation finance

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The risk in PDP financings

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The airfinance market, particularly banks and airlines, has been frustrated about Airbus's claw-back clause on predelivery payments. There might be a solution in sight, by Sophie Segal.

Call for capital

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Aviation funds are becoming important sources of alternative financing. Will Roberts looks at some of the big hitters.

Business as usual for taxi's and fractional jets

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Campbell Davis looks at the future of air taxis and fractional operators in Europe.

Deals news in brief

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

People news in brief

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Ear to the ground

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Is there anyone out there?

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

With markets in turmoil, Airfinance Journal spoke to two leading aircraft finance banks.

A new era

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Janet Du Chenne finds out about a changing market from some of its leading players.

Why export credit agencies make good banks

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Export credits might be one ray of sunshine through the big cloud that hangs over the financing market.

UAE implements Cape Town

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Ear to the ground

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Eclipse expands very light jets into Russia

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The light jet manufacturer is moving into new territory. By Will Roberts.

People news in brief

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Deal news in brief

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Legal news in brief

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Fuel crisis to change russian aviation

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Consolidation and efficiency were in the air at the 6th Annual Russia Airfinance Conference in Moscow. By Janet Du Chenne.

Sukhoi and Russian bank sign credit agreements

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Denton Wilde Sapte expand in aviation

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

News in brief

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Not just a trophy airline

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian carrier has had an illustrious past, and it is going from strength to strength. Will Roberts reports from Moscow.

Deal watch

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Why aircraft leasing companies are still a good investment

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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."

News in brief

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Double Counting - A source of the forthcoming problems for aircraft values

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Adam Pilarksi, senior vice-president at Avitas, continues his regular column by looking at the effects of over ordering

Deal watch

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Hazy's clear outlook

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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.

An expert's perspective on aircraft orders: John Plueger, ILFC

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

John Plueger, ILFC's president and chief operating officer, talks about aircraft orders and the lessor's plans to acquire new aircraft.

Business is booming - financing corporate jets

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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.

GMT Global Republic launches in Dublin

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Greener fuels tested for benefits

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Airbus forecasts growth over next 18 years

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Eilon moves on to Silverjet

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Macquarie AirFinance closes $1billion credit facility

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Christopher joins FGK

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Waha plans $5.4 billion investment and more hires

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Aircastle closes $300 million credit facility

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

BAA chief executive leaves during time of transition

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Badiali goes to GoAir

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Deucalion to acquire Air France 747-400s

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Aero Inventory signs syndicated lending facility

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

KG funds - the new pension pots

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

German investors are the new blood of the airfinance market. Janet Du Chenne looks at the main deals involving these investors.

AAR exercises over allotment option in full

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Air Canada closes Ex-Im financing for nine 777s, to be delivered in 2008

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Jetscape signs on for Embraer 190LRs

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

EasyJet completes $1 billion financing programme

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Japan Airlines sells airport maintenance centres

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Worth the weight - aircraft engines

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Financial institutions are increasingly involved in commercial jet engines. Geoff Hearn looks at the trends in asset values.

Adam Pilarski says

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Hard sell ahead for Embraer

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Embraer hit a new high in 2007 with the delivery of 169 jets. But, with the threat of recession and the likely revival of the turboprop, things will probably get tougher. Geoff Hearn looks at the impact this will have on Embraer's 70-seat jets.

Eclipse Aviation secures long-term deal

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Berezovsky convicted of defrauding Aeroflot

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Battle intensifies for 100 club

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Manufacturers are pinning their hopes on larger jet aircraft in what is an increasingly competitive market. Geoff Hearn looks at which aircraft are most likely to succeed.

Photo finish

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

It is time to find out what investors and operators think of today's commercial and regional aircraft.

People News In Brief

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Framework for a bigger picture

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Export credit deals have always varied from one country to another, but the new aircraft sector understanding aims to change that. Natasha Yazdabadi reports.

Taking the next step

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Siqalane Taho looks at the instruments that are proving to be the trendsetters in the aviation industry.

Instruments of choice

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Ready to deliver

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The difficulties in the later stages of the A380's development have had far-reaching effects on Airbus and its parent company. But the manufacturer remains optimistic, writes Geoff Hearn.

2007 Airfinance Journal Leasing Focus

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Lessors may be consolidating, but the rate at which new players are entering the market means the leasing bubble is far from bursting.

Flying doctor

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

When an airline needs some tender loving care, Seabury Group answers the call. Chief executive John Luth spoke to Rossa McPhillips.

Courpron to head Seabury aerospace division

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Greatest hits climb further up the chart

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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

Wrapping up leasing

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

How much capacity do monoline insurers have for wrapping capital markets deals?

The superjet

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Russian aviation is investing a lot in Sukhoi's regional jet, but can it compete in the international market?

HSH Nordbank to set up $1.3 billion aviation fund

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

RBS Aviation Capital closes Airspeed securitization worth $1.09 billion

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Aegean Airlines completes

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

UBS and Calyon complete ALS securitization

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Can it get get any better?

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Regional access

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Orders for regional aircraft have gone through the roof in the last year. But are financiers happy with the residual value of these aircraft?

LCI strengthens team

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Ringing in the changes

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Credit Suisse grows transportation team

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dream come true

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Orders for the 787 are rolling in as the aircraft's rollout date approaches. Is there anything to stop Boeing's Dreamliner? Geoff Hearn reports.

Guggenheim and UBS launch corporate jet finance business

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Things to do in Domodedevo

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Our mystery passenger, unwillingly, tested out the facilities at Domodedevo Airport.

...meanwhile, at the Rainbow Rooms

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Airfinance Journal's Deal of the Year Awards have proved once again a successful barometer to what is happening in the industry.

A nearly done deal

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

By Rossa McPhillips and Tom Zaitsev

LCAL goes the 787 route

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dubai-based lessor LCAL is already convinced by the 787 and the role of new aircraft in protecting the environment.

Macquarie signs deal for Mercury Air Centers

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Executive decision

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Corporate jet sales are expected to boom in the next 20 years, although it might come at a price.

A VERY PUBLIC AFFAIR

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Last year was a good 12 months for operating lessor initial public offerings, but several airlines also tapped the capital markets for funding. Natasha Yazdabadi reports on airlines that have opened up in the past year.

JEWELS OF THE EAST

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Airlines and lessors are diversifying their sources of funding through Shariah compliant deals. Janet Du Chenne reports

Legal News

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

SHRED OR DREAD

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

As the airline industry continues with lacklustre profits, cutting costs could make or break some carriers. Geoff Hearn reports.

STAYING PUT... FOR NOW

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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.

THE ODD COUPLE

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The tendency towards airline credit has met its match in the form of asset risk. Rossa McPhillips reports.

Banking on it

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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.

The bold and the bullish

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Nearly a year after their first interview with Airfinance Journal, the chief executive officers of SkyEurope and Wizz Air speak to Natasha Yazdabadi about growth in the central and east European market and the challenges ahead.

Five SkyTeam alliance members seek antitrust immunity, again

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Russia's AirUnion to buy Malev for $208 million

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Aviation and politics do mix... sometimes

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

EBRD buys 20% of SkyExpress

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Deals of the Year 2006: A year in boom

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Muriel makes Moscow move

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Regional Aircraft Roundtable 2006: Less is more

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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.

THE DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

In the absence of new aircraft, existing families look set to enjoy attractive rates in the year ahead. Rossa McPhillips reports.

The wait is over

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The A350XWB is meant to be Airbus' response to Boeing's 787. Geoff Hearn looks at how it is likely to fare.

KEEPING UP APPEARANCES

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

As engine financing becomes more prevalent, so too are maintenance issues. Geoff Hearn looks at what investors need to know.

Deals news in brief

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Turning up the heat on aviation

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

People news in brief

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Fact not fiction

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Export credit survey 2006: The last export

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The number of export credit deals has dropped notably in the past two years. Airfinance Journal investigates why this is happening.

News in brief

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Under an Uzbek sky

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Mystery Passenger flew on Uzbekistan Airways in August.

EBRD closes Russian deal

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Investors' Poll: Workhorses win the day

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Ready, steady, go. It is time for Airfinance Journal's annual look at which aircraft are the investors' favourites.

2006 Guide to Aviation Lawyers

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Airlines in Russia: Another Russian revolution

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Andrew Muriel highlights a major challenge facing Russian airlines and how the industry is dealing with it.

THE AIRFINANCE GREATS

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The who's who of aircraft finance assembled in New York to recognize their outstanding efforts over the past year.

Hail Dexter — new airline for Russia

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Legal news in brief

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A bigger bang for your buck

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Pick the right bomb. Detonate it at the right airport. And, bang, you close down entire airlines as well as huge chunks of the aviation finance industry. The trouble is, it's less to do with devastation than it is with insurance.

End of the line for gas-guzzlers

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

With high fuel prices continuing to damage airline profitability, the aircraft manufacturers are suggesting that the case for buying new aircraft is increasingly compelling. Geoff Hearn investigates their claims.

THE TENDER TRAP

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Is a broker tender the best way for an airline to get value for money for its insurance? Len Spooner, executive director at Alexander Forbes Risk Services, offers his view on the aviation tender process.

BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO THE INTERNATIONAL REGISTRY

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Scott Wilson of Pratt & Whitney discusses some of the practical aspects of dealing with the new international registry now that the Cape Town convention is in force.

Demanding times

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The recent up tick in airport financing has been both a source of new business and angst for lenders. Have concessions – and their operators – become too demanding? Airfinance Journal canvasses two of the leading sponsors in airport development.

Aeroflot's rides again

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Russian government has decided to consolidate its aerospace holdings into a single entity. The trouble is the chosen vessel for this is Aeroflot. Steve Thomson, editor of Concise Aerospace (www.concise.org), reports

ICAO picks Kobeh González as president

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

ICAO reappoints Chérif as secretary-general for a second term in office

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Airport Deals of the Year 2006: HAPPY LANDINGS

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Last year was great for airport finance. But this is just the start.

Aviareto gets Cape Town up and running

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Following its Dublin launch, Aviareto, the Cape Town registry, is now live on the web.

Reopening the debate

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Andrew McGuinness asks whether there is any real difference between manufacturer and independent conversions.

2005 Awards: Welcome back innovation

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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.

A stretch too far: 747-800

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Boeing has finally launched the 747-800. Its predecessor was a revolutionary aircraft, but there are doubts that this stretch will be able to compete with the A380.

Aeroflot's long-haul dilemma

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Politics may be the deciding factor in Aeroflot's decision on which long-haul aircraft to purchase. Steve Thomson, editor of Concise Aerospace (www.concise.org), the leading Russian aviation newswire, reports.

Cape Town Convention: the Cayman approach

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

For the UK overseas territories, ratifying the Cape Town Convention is dependent on the UK government, but the Cayman Islands administration is able to implement the provision of the conventions domestically. Mark Western, partner at Maples and Calder, discusses the implications.

Sirocco airspace secures EBRD loan

Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The man who ordered 10 new Russian Jets

Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Shedding risk

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

While manufacturer financings are never easy, Bombardier's Raspro 2005 succeeded in making more than a billion dollars of finance. Alexandra Cain examines the deal.

Western or bust

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Steve Thompson, editor of Concise Aerospace, the leading Russian aviation newswire, looks at how Russian airlines are paying import taxes.

And then there were 10

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The 2005 Airfinance Journal export credit survey shows how few banks are winning mandates, although competition among them remains fierce.

Kaupthing Bank and FL group form lessor

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Playing the EETC game

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Lenard Parkins and Kenric Kattner, of Haynes and Boone, and lead counsel for Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, provide an essential guide to restructuring EETCs in bankruptcy.

Old before its time

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Bankruptcy meant that the Fairchild Dornier 328 Jet never really found a market, and with Delta parking aircraft, its value is unlikely to recover.

Single Aisle Battles

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Rising fuel prices are increasing pressure on manufacturers to improve engine efficiency. Geoff Hearn looks at how IAE and CFM are reacting to the problem.

Doorway to riches

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Converted passenger aircraft are becoming more popular with financiers to help bolster residual values. Geoff Hearn reports.

BANKS CHECK IN

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Several aircraft finance banks are beginning to invest in airports, but there is much debate about how compatible the two assets are. By Alexandra Cain.

CARGO WARS

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

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.

START YOUR ENGINES

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Airfinance Journal 2005 engine investor survey

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

A third force

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

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.

BOEING BITES BACK

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Like all Boeing executives, Scott Carson, vice-president of sales, is proud of his company and is confident of its future.

AIRBUS STAYS SHARP

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Airbus is involved in a price war with Boeing, and the battle for orders is looking close. None of this, though, seems to worry John Leahy, Airbus' chief operating officer.

Moore leaves BAE Systems to take part in yacht race

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The brakes are on at Ilyushin

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT

A faulty breaking system led to the recent grounding of the Il-96-300, a fact that Aeroflot has highlighted. In the first of a new column, Steve Thomson, editor of Concise Aerospace (www.concise.org), reports.

DISADVANTAGED HOMES

Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Home countries airlines, denied access to export credit for new aircraft, are now pushing for a regulatory review. Victoria Pennington reports.

OPERATING LEASING SURVEY 2005: OUR SURVEY SAID...

Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The battle for third place in the Airfinance Journal operating leasing league tables has intensified. Research and analysis by Victoria Pennington.

REAL COST OF TRAVEL

Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Everyone knows the flying public never had it so good. Or do they? Adam Pilarski of Avitas looks at the real price that the airline passengers are paying.

What about existing aircraft?

Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Clyde & Co merges with Beaumont and Son

Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Playing the waiting game

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT

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.

The industry's darling

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT

In the first of a new regular section looking at aircraft values, Victoria Pennington asked three appraisers to consider one of the original middle-of-the market aircraft.

Bombardier plans portfolio securitization

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT

When in... Moscow

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Russia is one of the fastest growing aviation markets in the world and Moscow is becoming a key place for people in aviation finance. In the first in a new series of city guides, Lev Koshliakov, deputy director general public affairs at Aeroflot, gives some tips on what to do if you have spare time in Moscow.

Hackforth-Jones leaves Citi after 30 years with no plans to leave industry

Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT

ESCALATION: The great industry scam

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

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?

Don't blame the workers

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

One of the biggest costs for nearly every airline is labour. But this is not why airlines lose money, says Ingo Marowsky,aviation secretary, for the International Transport Workers' Federation, the global trade union federation.

Are you ready for $80 a barrel

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The price of oil has gone through the roof again. Why? Michael Halls reports.

A funny thing happened on the way to the airport

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Cutting metal

Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The world air cargo market is growing and much of this growth will be reliant on converted aircraft. But as Alexandra Cain discovers, knowing which conversions to finance and when, can be a tricky process.

To hedge or not to hedge

Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

With oil prices on the way down, what kind of hedging strategy should be used? Mike Halls reports.

IBA hires airline and leasing expert

Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Transaero signs Tu-214 deal

Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Start your engines

Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Engine leasing is the trendy new market for banks and lessors. Alexandra Cain takes a look at the new entrants and asks the old guard what their chances of success are.

Emissions trading

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Although the aviation downturn has delayed legislation, airlines will eventually have to find a way of paying for emissions, says Colleen Nelson, partner and head of UK law-firm asb's environmental practice.

Business travel: The new battlefront

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Every major airline in the world is watching low-cost competitors, but a number of niche operators are hitting carriers where it hurts the most ? by targeting business travelers. Peter Semler reports from Geneva.

Aeroflot signs $150m loan

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT

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.

Borrower beware

Sat, 01 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Boutique arrangers are common within aircraft finance and many have an excellent record. But, as a number of airlines have discovered, it is worth getting to know the people you are working with before handing over any money. Alasdair Whyte investigates one company with several angry customers.

Successful deals guaranteed

Sat, 01 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT

With many banks closed for standard loans, export credit is becoming even more important. But, the challenge for banks is to make money from these deals, writes Ben Harrington.