AerCap reports 203 transactions in Q1 2025

AerCap Holdings N.V., the world’s largest aviation leasing company, has announced that it completed a total of 203 aircraft and engine-related transactions during the first quarter of 2025.

In a robust start to the year, AerCap signed 112 lease agreements comprising 4 widebody aircraft, 47 narrowbody aircraft, 42 engines, and 19 helicopters. The leasing activity reflects sustained demand across commercial and cargo aviation segments, including significant interest in both traditional and next-generation aircraft.

During the quarter, the company completed 49 purchases, adding 13 aircraft to its owned portfolio. These acquisitions include 8 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, 3 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, 1 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, and 1 Embraer E195-E2. Additionally, AerCap purchased 35 engines and 1 helicopter to support growing operational requirements and fleet modernisation initiatives.

On the sales front, AerCap executed 42 transactions, selling 29 aircraft, 11 engines, and 2 helicopters. The aircraft sales spanned multiple models, including 13 Airbus A320 Family aircraft, 6 Boeing 737NGs, and widebodies such as a Boeing 777-300ER. The sale activity also included both owned and managed portfolio assets, supporting AerCap’s ongoing asset rotation and capital allocation strategies.

Financially, the company secured approximately US$1.5 billion in new financing transactions, reinforcing its capital structure and liquidity position. Additionally, AerCap repurchased approximately 5.7 million shares at an average price of US$97.93 per share, returning US$558 million to shareholders. The Board of Directors also declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.27 per ordinary share.

AerCap continues to lead the global aviation leasing industry, serving approximately 300 customers worldwide. Headquartered in Dublin, the company operates offices across key aviation hubs including Miami, Singapore, Amsterdam, and Dubai.