08 Oct 2026

#2 October 2026: Irish Aircraft Leasing Newsletter

AerCap Completes 204 Asset Transactions During Third Quarter

Dublin-headquartered AerCap completed transactions involving 204 aviation assets during the third quarter of 2026. Activity included 85 lease agreements, purchases of 32 aircraft and two helicopters, 85 asset sales and approximately US$900 million of financing transactions.

AERA Arranges US$300 Million Aircraft Portfolio Acquisitions

Aera Aviation Capital arranged the acquisition of two aircraft portfolios comprising eight commercial passenger aircraft with a combined value exceeding US$300 million. The portfolios consist primarily of Airbus A320neo-family and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft leased to a diversified group of full-service and low-cost carriers.

Avation Leases New ATR72-600 To CVSky

Avation has signed an operating lease with Cabo Verde carrier CVSky for one new ATR72-600 aircraft. The aircraft was delivered from ATR’s Toulouse production facility on 7 October, introducing CVSky as a new Avation customer and marking the lessor’s entry into the African airline market.

Acumen’s Take

On AerCap’s Third-Quarter Activity

AerCap’s transaction volume demonstrates continued portfolio rotation across leasing, acquisitions, sales and financing. For large lessors, active asset management and access to capital remain central to maintaining portfolio flexibility and supporting long-term growth.

On AERA’s Portfolio Acquisitions

AERA’s acquisitions highlight continued investor interest in new-generation narrowbody aircraft backed by diversified airline exposure. The involvement of institutional capital and bank financing also reflects the continued role of structured partnerships in aircraft portfolio investment.

On Avation And CVSky

Avation’s ATR72-600 placement with CVSky expands the lessor’s customer base into Africa and supports regional fleet development. Turboprops remain relevant for markets where lower trip costs and right-sized capacity are important to network economics.

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