SkyWorks Holdings has completed transactions and new engagements across its advisory and asset management platform during Q1 2026.
The company advised a North American network carrier on the buyback of two A350-900 aircraft currently on lease. It also supported Azul Brazilian Airlines with fleet-related restructuring advisory services as part of its Chapter 11 process, including the restructuring of aircraft leases, OEM orderbooks and engine maintenance contracts. The restructuring reduced Azul’s total debt and lease obligations by more than US$2.5 billion.
In addition, SkyWorks advised American Airlines on its order for CFM LEAP-1A engines and associated long-term maintenance support in Q1, and supported Flair Airlines in negotiating an engine maintenance contract.
On the asset management side, SkyWorks arranged the acquisition and lease of a CFM56-7B26 engine on behalf of a major financial institution in Q1 and has been retained to provide ongoing lease management services. The firm has also been engaged by a Caribbean carrier to review its cost structure.
