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Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) is described in its own news releases as the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services. The WLFC news feed on this page brings together company-issued announcements and market updates that explain how the business evolves across engine leasing, aviation services, asset management and financing.
Readers following WLFC news can expect regular coverage of aircraft engine leasing initiatives, including partnerships with institutional investors such as Blackstone Credit & Insurance and Liberty Mutual Investments. These stories outline how Willis Lease Finance Corporation structures engine leasing partnerships, credit strategies and managed funds to support airlines, engine manufacturers and MRO providers worldwide.
News items also highlight developments in the company’s integrated services platform, including activities at Willis Engine Repair Center®, Willis Aeronautical Services, Willis Aviation Services Limited and other affiliated entities. Announcements may cover maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capacity expansions, such as the long-term land lease at Teesside International Airport in Northeastern England, as well as updates on engine materials, aircraft disassembly, parking and storage, and airport FBO and ground and cargo handling services.
In addition, WLFC regularly reports on capital markets transactions and corporate actions, including asset-backed note offerings through Willis Engine Structured Trust IX, new or amended credit facilities, joint venture financing arrangements, quarterly financial results and dividend declarations. Investors and aviation professionals can use this news page to follow how Willis Lease Finance Corporation manages its engine and aircraft portfolio, grows its asset management business through Willis Aviation Capital and responds to trends in aviation leasing and maintenance. Bookmark this page to access an organized view of WLFC’s latest press releases and SEC-related news disclosures.
- Lease rent revenue increased 28.1% to $67.7 million
- Maintenance reserve revenue grew 25% to $54.9 million
- Spare parts and equipment sales reached $18.2 million
- Portfolio utilization improved to 86.4% from 76.7%
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share on its outstanding common stock. The dividend will be paid on May 22, 2025 to stockholders of record as of May 12, 2025.
WLFC is a company that specializes in leasing commercial aircraft engines, auxiliary power units, and aircraft to airlines, manufacturers, and maintenance providers worldwide. Their services include engine and aircraft trading, lease pools, asset management, maintenance services, and end-of-life solutions through various subsidiaries including Willis Asset Management Limited, Willis Aeronautical Services, Willis Engine Repair Center, and Willis Aviation Services Limited.
Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ: WLFC) has successfully closed three new Japanese operating lease with call option (JOLCO) transactions worth $64.8 million. The deals include financing for two engines in Q1 2025 (PW1127GA-JM and PW1133G-JM) maturing in 2033, and a LEAP-1A engine in April 2025 maturing in 2034.
These new transactions bring WLFC's total JOLCO financing portfolio to approximately $119.8 million since their first JOLCO engine transaction in August 2023. As the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines, WLFC leverages these global capital sources to provide airlines with competitive lease and financing solutions.
The company's services encompass:
- Engine and aircraft leasing
- Trading and asset management
- Maintenance and repair services
- Ground handling and FBO services
Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ: WLFC) has announced its subsidiary Willis Aviation Services (WASL) has begun construction of a new two-bay narrowbody hangar at Teesside International Airport in Northeastern England. The facility will accommodate 737 and A320 family aircraft, including new-generation models.
The expansion comes amid exceptionally high demand for aircraft heavy maintenance, with global and European capacity currently insufficient. The new facility aims to address this industry gap while creating numerous highly-skilled jobs in the region. WASL is partnering with local universities and colleges to establish training programs for mechanics and apprentices, ensuring a sustainable talent pipeline.
The project is part of WLFC's broader commitment to create several hundred jobs in Northeast England and expand its aviation services, which include engine leasing, aircraft maintenance, and various end-of-life solutions for engines and aviation materials.
Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ: WLFC) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Tuesday, May 6, 2025. The company will host a conference call on the same day at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time, featuring WLFC's executive management team.
Participants can join via phone using the following details: US and Canada (800) 289-0459, International +1 (646) 828-8082, with Conference ID 578662. Alternatively, registration is available through the company's webcast link. A digital replay will be accessible two hours after the call via WLFC's website.
WLFC specializes in leasing commercial aircraft engines, auxiliary power units, and aircraft to global airlines, manufacturers, and maintenance providers. The company's services include engine trading, lease pools, asset management, maintenance, and various aviation-related solutions.
Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ: WLFC) announced that its subsidiary, Willis Sustainable Fuels (UK) , has secured license and engineering agreements with Johnson Matthey and Axens for its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project in Teesside, UK.
The facility is scheduled to begin commercial operations in Q1 2028 with an annual production capacity of 14,000 tonnes (approximately 50,000 litres daily) of SAF. The project, supported by the UK Department for Transport's Advanced Fuels Fund, will utilize Johnson Matthey's FT CANS™ technology and Axens' expertise.
The technology aims to produce 100% SAF that can be blended with conventional jet fuel, offering approximately 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to current fuels. McDermott will handle early engineering, procurement, and construction services for the project, which aligns with the UK government's 2050 net-zero target.
Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ: WLFC) has entered into engine sale and leaseback agreements with Air India Express for 26 CFM56-7B engines on 13 Boeing 737-800 aircraft under its ConstantThrust® program. This expansion follows a 2022 agreement with Air India covering 34 CFM56-5B engines for their A320 fleet.
The ConstantThrust® program provides airlines with serviceable engines from WLFC's portfolio when maintenance is needed, reducing downtime and maintenance unpredictability. Both programs will be managed partly by WLFC's team in GIFT City, India.
According to Air India Express CEO Aloke Singh, the agreement helps eliminate maintenance uncertainties and reduces costs. WLFC's President Brian R. Hole noted that this decision validates their program's value and performance with Air India.