WLFC will support Pratt & Whitney's growing aftermarket storage requirements

WLFC secures engine storage agreement with Pratt & Whitney

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has secured a five-year agreement with Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, to provide long-term storage and lease return services for PW1100G-JM, PW1500G, PW1900G, PW4000 and IAE AG V2500 engines. Under the agreement, WLFC will support Pratt & Whitney’s expanding aftermarket storage requirements from its facilities in Coconut Creek, Florida, […]

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Austin Willis CEO of Willis Lease Finance Corporation

WLFC signs aircraft and engine deal

Aircraft & Engines

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 12 commercial aircraft and 13 aircraft engines. The acquisition strengthens WLFC’s aircraft leasing portfolio while complementing its asset management, technical and aftermarket capabilities, enhancing the company’s ability to support customers throughout the aviation asset lifecycle. “This transaction provides an opportunity to grow our

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WLFC reports record quarterly lease rent revenue in Q1 2026

Financial

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31 2026 and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per common share. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on 22 May 2026 to shareholders on record as of the close of business on May 11 2026. Willis Lease

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WLFC reports strong 2025 results

Financial

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025. Total revenue reached US$730.2 million in 2025, an increase of 28.3% compared with US$569.2 million in 2024. For 2025, core lease rent and maintenance reserve revenues totalled US$523.6 million, up 15.8% from US$452.1 million in 2024. The growth was

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WLFC completes leaseback of six Dash 8-400s with Porter Airlines

Aircraft & Engines

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has successfully completed the purchase and leaseback of six De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft with Porter Airlines. The aircraft are operated by Porter from its Toronto headquarters and represent a continued investment in the expanding turboprop market. Austin Willis, Chief Executive Officer of WLFC, acknowledged the completion of the transaction

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WLFC completes first in-house core engine restoration

MRO & Production

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has completed its first core engine restoration at its U.S.-based Willis Engine Repair Center®. The milestone project involved the successful restoration of a CFM56-7B core engine module and formally establishes the company’s new in-house capability, branded Willis Module Shop™. This development represents a significant step in WLFC’s broader strategy to

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WLFC and CFM launch CFM56 life-extension programme

MRO & Production

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has announced the launch of an industry-first programme, developed in collaboration with CFM International (CFM), aimed at extending the operational life of CFM56-5B and CFM56-7B engines. The programme enables WLFC to keep CFM56-5B and CFM56-7B engines in service for longer by restoring core components, rather than fully dismantling the engine.

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David Hooke named SVP of Mergers and Acquisitions at WLFC

People

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has appointed David Hooke as Senior Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions, with immediate effect. Hooke will lead the company’s global mergers and acquisitions strategy, drive portfolio growth and supporting the expansion of WLFC’s leasing, trading, and services platform. “Having worked with David for many years, I trust his integrity and

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WLFC reports strong Q3 growth as engine leasing demand soars

Financial

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) reported solid third-quarter results for 2025, reflecting strong momentum in the global aviation market. Total revenue reached US$183.4 million, up 25.4% from US$146.2 million in the same period last year. Core lease rent and maintenance reserve revenues rose to US$152.6 million, an increase of 33.1% from US$114.7 million in 2024.

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Ribbon-cutting ceremony of the second hangar at Teesside International Airport © WLFC

WLFC opens second hangar at Teesside International Airport

MRO & Production

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC), a global aircraft engine leasing and aviation services company, has officially opened its second hangar at Teesside International Airport. Construction began in April 2025 under WLFC’s subsidiary, Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL). The 60-foot-high, twin-bay hangar was officially unveiled at a well-attended ceremony on October 13. The event celebrated the

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WLFC secures engine storage agreement with Pratt & Whitney

WLFC signs aircraft and engine deal

WLFC reports record quarterly lease rent revenue in Q1 2026

WLFC reports strong 2025 results

WLFC completes leaseback of six Dash 8-400s with Porter Airlines

WLFC completes first in-house core engine restoration

WLFC and CFM launch CFM56 life-extension programme

David Hooke named SVP of Mergers and Acquisitions at WLFC

WLFC reports strong Q3 growth as engine leasing demand soars

WLFC opens second hangar at Teesside International Airport

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