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Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) has announced a definitive agreement to be acquired by a Dublin-based holding company owned by Sumitomo Corporation, SMBC Aviation Capital, Apollo, and Brookfield. Under the terms, AL shareholders will receive $65.00 per share in cash, valuing the company at approximately $7.4 billion, or $28.2 billion including debt obligations.
The cash consideration represents significant premiums: 7% over AL's all-time high, 14% over the 30-day volume weighted average, and 31% over the 12-month volume weighted average. The transaction, unanimously approved by AL's Board, is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to stockholder and regulatory approvals.
Air Lease (NYSE: AL), a leading global aircraft leasing company, announced that CEO and President John L. Plueger will present at the Deutsche Bank 15th Annual Aviation Forum in New York City on September 3rd, 2025, at 9:00am Eastern Time.
The presentation will be accessible through a live webcast on Air Lease's investor relations website, with materials being posted before the event. The company, headquartered in Los Angeles, specializes in purchasing new commercial aircraft and providing customized leasing and financing solutions to airlines worldwide.
Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) has delivered two new Airbus A321-200neo aircraft to China Airlines on August 16th and 20th, 2025. These deliveries mark the seventh and eighth A321neos provided to the Taiwan-based carrier from Air Lease's Airbus orderbook.
China Airlines, founded in 1959 and part of the SkyTeam Alliance, is expanding its fleet capacity in response to growing travel demand. The airline currently operates a fleet of 115 aircraft and employs over 10,000 people worldwide. This fleet modernization initiative aims to enhance the airline's global network development and maintain market competitiveness.
Air Lease (NYSE: AL) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, highlighted by significant insurance recoveries from its Russian fleet and robust aircraft demand. The company achieved $731.7 million in revenue, up 9.7% year-over-year, and net income of $374.1 million, or $3.33 per diluted share, a 313.8% increase from Q2 2024.
Key operational highlights include delivery of 12 new aircraft worth $892 million, bringing the total fleet to 495 aircraft valued at $29.1 billion. The company recognized a $344 million benefit from Russian fleet insurance settlements and expects an additional $60 million in Q3. Air Lease maintained strong lease placement rates with 100% of aircraft deliveries through 2026 and 87% through 2027 already placed.
The company's portfolio shows a healthy 7.2-year average remaining lease term across 109 airlines in 55 countries, with a quarterly dividend of $0.22 per share declared.
Air Lease (NYSE: AL) reported significant fleet activities for Q2 2025. The company delivered 12 new aircraft from its orderbook, including Airbus and Boeing models, with aircraft investments totaling $890 million. The company's fleet comprised 495 owned and 53 managed aircraft, with 241 new aircraft on order through 2031.
During the quarter, AL sold 4 aircraft to third-party buyers for approximately $126 million. Additionally, the company recognized a $344 million net benefit from insurance settlements related to its former Russian fleet.
Air Lease (NYSE: AL) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 financial results conference call for August 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. The call will be accessible via phone and webcast through the company's website.
Investors can join by dialing 1 (800) 715-9871 (domestic) or 1 (646) 307-1963 (international) using passcode 4869598. A replay will be available until August 11, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET.
Air Lease (NYSE: AL) reported its Q1 2025 fleet activities, highlighting significant aircraft investments and sales. The company's fleet comprised 487 owned and 57 managed aircraft, with 255 new aircraft on order from Airbus and Boeing for delivery through 2029.
Key Q1 2025 highlights include:
- Delivered 14 new aircraft from orderbook (4 Airbus A220s, 8 Boeing 737-8s, 1 Boeing 737-9, and 1 Boeing 787-10)
- Aircraft investments totaled approximately $800 million
- Sold 16 aircraft to third-party buyers, generating proceeds of approximately $520 million
- Received $328.5 million in cash insurance settlement proceeds related to Russia fleet
Air Lease (NYSE: AL) has announced its upcoming first quarter 2025 earnings conference call, scheduled for May 5, 2025, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Investors can participate via phone using domestic (1-800-715-9871) or international (1-646-307-1963) numbers with passcode 4869598.
The call will be broadcast live through the Investors page of Air Lease's website. A replay will be available immediately after the call until May 12, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET, accessible via phone or the company's website.
Air Lease, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, is a leading global aircraft leasing company that specializes in purchasing new commercial aircraft and leasing them to airlines worldwide through customized leasing and financing solutions.
Air Lease (NYSE: AL) has announced the appointment of Grant Newman as Senior Vice President and Treasurer, effective March 17. Newman brings over 20 years of finance experience, including 15+ years in aviation and aerospace.
Newman's most recent role was CFO at Elroy Air (2021-2025), where he led finance, supply chain, government affairs, and legal departments. His previous experience includes serving as SVP of Strategy & Corporate Development at Era Helicopters, where he managed M&A and led strategic initiatives including Era's $1.5 billion merger with Bristow Helicopters. His career began at GE in 2001, followed by a decade at Deutsche Bank as an investment banker.
Newman holds an MBA from Duke University, an MS in Finance, and a BS in Economics and Government & Politics from the University of Maryland, College Park.