Chorus Aviation Inc. has announced an agreement to acquire Kadex Aero Supply (Kadex), a well-established independent distributor of aircraft parts, supplies, and repair and overhaul services. The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to complete in the second quarter of 2026. Kadex, founded in 1994 by John Lavery and Ken Blow,
Bombardier has released that it has acquired Velocity Maintenance Solutions, a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services provider. Completed through Bombardier’s U.S. subsidiary, Learjet Inc., the strategic acquisition marks a further milestone in the expansion of Bombardier’s Services business. Velocity Maintenance Solutions adds valuable expertise and a strong reputation for service excellence to Bombardier’s industry-leading
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, delivering strong growth in revenue, profitability and overall asset base. Total revenue reached US$1,725.2 million in 2025, up from US$1,429.6 million in 2024. This represents an increase of US$295.6 million, or 20.7%. The rise was primarily driven by higher
VSE Corporation (VSE), a provider of aviation aftermarket distribution and repair services, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Precision Aviation Group (PAG), a portfolio company of GenNx360 Capital Partners (GenNx), for total upfront consideration of approximately US$2.025 billion in cash and equity. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Atlanta,
American Airlines Group (American) has announced its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results, posting record revenues while continuing to strengthen its financial position. The carrier reported fourth-quarter revenue of US$14.0 billion, contributing to record full-year revenue of US$54.6 billion. The company noted that performance in the final quarter was affected by the government shutdown, which
Avmax Group Inc. (Avmax) has completed its acquisition of Condor Aircraft Accessories, forming a strategic partnership that strengthens Avmax’s aircraft component maintenance capabilities and broadens its service offering for customers in Canada and worldwide. The integration brings together two Alberta-based aviation organisations that share a strong commitment to quality, safety and technical excellence. By combining
RTX has reported its fourth-quarter and full-year financial results for 2025, highlighting solid revenue growth, improved cash generation and a record order backlog. In the fourth quarter of 2025, the company posted sales of US$24.2 billion, representing a 12% increase compared with the same period last year, supported by strong underlying performance. Earnings per share
Alaska Airlines reported GAAP net income of US$21 million for the fourth quarter of 2025 and US$100 million, for the full year. This compares with GAAP net income of US$71 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 and US$395 million for that full year. Excluding special items and other adjustments, net income for the fourth
Falko, an aircraft lessor and asset manager focused on the 50–150 seat aircraft segment and one of the longest-established specialists in this sector globally, has reported the closing of a US$672 million financing facility in December 2025 for its Falko Regional Aircraft Opportunities Fund II (Fund II). The facility will be used to refinance existing
KKR, a global investment firm, and Altavair, a frontrunner in commercial aviation leasing and financing, have signed a definitive agreement under which KKR will increase its ownership stake in Altavair and its sister company, AV AirFinance. KKR will fund the investment from its balance sheet. The new investment deepens the long-term strategic partnership between KKR
