Air Lease Corporation Provides In‑Depth Activity Summary for Fourth Quarter 2025
Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL), one of the world’s foremost aircraft leasing companies, today issued a comprehensive update on its operational activities and fleet developments for the fourth quarter of 2025. This update highlights the company’s continued commitment to expanding its global fleet, managing strategic aircraft sales, and positioning itself for long‑term growth amid a dynamic aviation market.
Fleet Composition as of Year‑End
As of December 31, 2025, Air Lease’s fleet consisted of:
- 490 owned aircraft
- 45 managed aircraft
In addition, the company has 218 new aircraft on order from Boeing and Airbus, which are scheduled for delivery through 2031. This robust orderbook reflects Air Lease’s strong long‑term demand from airline partners worldwide and its strategic focus on acquiring modern, fuel‑efficient aircraft.
Aircraft Deliveries and Capital Investments
During the quarter, Air Lease continued to fulfil its delivery commitments, taking possession of 10 new aircraft from its existing orderbook. These deliveries included a mix of narrowbody and widebody jets:
- 1 Airbus A220
- 2 Airbus A321neo
- 3 Boeing 737‑8s
- 1 Boeing 737‑9
- 1 Boeing 787‑9
- 2 Boeing 787‑10s
Collectively, these aircraft represented approximately $920 million in aircraft investments, with the majority of the capital outlays occurring in the latter half of the quarter. These fleet additions not only strengthen Air Lease’s asset base but also support the diverse needs of its airline customers across regional and long‑haul markets.
Sales and Asset Monetization Activity
In addition to new deliveries, Air Lease executed 23 aircraft sales to third‑party buyers during the quarter. The total proceeds from these sales amounted to approximately $1 billion , a
Operational Strategy and Market Positioning
Air Lease’s quarterly activity report reflects ongoing strategic priorities:
- Modernization of Fleet: By adding next‑generation Airbus and Boeing jets, the company enhances its ability to serve global airlines seeking fuel‑efficient, environmentally advanced aircraft.
- Balanced Capital Deployment: Combining meaningful investments in deliveries with disciplined aircraft sales demonstrates Air Lease’s commitment to optimizing return on capital.
- Long‑Term Customer Relationships: The scale and diversity of the fleet support leasing solutions tailored to airline partners in different regions and operating environments.
Based in Los Angeles, California, Air Lease Corporation is a leading global aircraft leasing company that purchases commercial jet aircraft from major manufacturers and leases them to airline customers around the world. Air Lease offers customized lease structures and financing solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of airlines, ranging from start‑ups to well‑established carriers.
The company regularly publishes information of interest to investors and other stakeholders in the “Investors” section of its website, with timely updates on fleet activity, financial results, and strategic developments.
About Air Lease
Air Lease is a leading global aircraft leasing company based in Los Angeles, California. Air Lease and its team of dedicated and experienced professionals are principally engaged in purchasing new commercial aircraft and leasing them to its airline customers worldwide through customized aircraft leasing and financing solutions. The company routinely posts information that may be important to investors in the “Investors” section of its website at www.airleasecorp.com. Investors and potential investors are encouraged to consult Air Lease’s website regularly for important information. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, Air Lease’s website is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this press release.