Willis Lease Finance Corporation operates as a lessor and servicer of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. The Leasing and Related Operations segment engages in acquiring and leasing commercial aircraft, aircraft engines, and other aircraft equipment, as well as the purchase and resale of commercial aircraft engines and other aircraft equipment, and other related businesses. The Spare Parts Sales segment purchases and resells after-market engine parts, whole engines, engine modules, and portable aircraft components. Willis Lease Finance Corporation was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida.
IPO Year: 1996
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: willislease.com
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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced a purchase and leaseback agreement with Nauru Airlines ("Nauru") for seven CFM56-7B engines. The agreement will provide Nauru with reliable ConstantThrust® support for the airline's entire modern fleet of CFM56-7B engines powering Boeing 737-700 and 737-800 aircraft for six plus years. Under WLFC's ConstantThrust® program engines are seamlessly exchanged for fully serviceable replacements as they reach major maintenance intervals. ConstantThrust® leverag
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced the appointment of Steven Bridgland as Head of Investor Relations & Capital Markets for its recently announced asset manager, Willis Aviation Capital. In this role, Steve will lead day-to-day management of Willis Aviation Capital's existing investor relationships, continue development of new investor relationships and support capital deployment efforts. With more than three decades of experience, Steve brings extensive expertise in equity and debt capita
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share on the Company's outstanding common stock. The dividend is expected to be paid on February 20, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on February 11, 2026. "This dividend reflects the strength of our business and our continued commitment to delivering long-term value to our shareholders," said Austin C. Willis, Chief Executive Officer of WLFC. About Willis Lease Finance Corporation Willis Lease F
Seeks enhancements to stockholder communication, investment community engagement and corporate governance Raises concerns regarding the material undervaluation of the company's shares and dramatic underperformance relative to public comparables FTAI Aviation and AerCap Believes issues plaguing company are readily addressable through straightforward remedies that would benefit all stockholders Issues letter publicly after efforts at private engagement failed PORTSMOUTH, N.H., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Four Tree Island Advisory LLC, one of the largest stockholders of Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), today issued the following open letter t
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced the establishment of Willis Aviation Capital ("WAC"), a new division that will focus on the management of third-party assets and capital through discretionary funds. WLFC will manage engine and aviation asset portfolios primarily funded by third-party capital. The platform is expected to generate recurring management fees, carried interest, and servicing revenues, while expanding WLFC's asset management presence and supporting balance sheet deleveraging.
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. and NEW YORK, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, and Blackstone Credit & Insurance ("BXCI") announced a strategic aircraft engine leasing partnership with plans to deploy over $1 billon in the next two years in current and next generation aircraft engines and select aircraft. This unique partnership brings together a leading engine leasing specialist with Blackstone's scaled private credit business to focus on the engine asset class. The partnership leverages WLFC's established position as a pioneer in ai
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Dec. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Willis Engine Structured Trust IX ("WEST"), has completed the previously announced offering of $337,400,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series A Fixed Rate Notes (the "Series A Notes") and $55,500,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series B Fixed Rate Notes (the "Series B Notes" and, together with the Series A Notes, the "Notes"). The Notes are secured by, among other things, WEST's direct and indirect interests in a
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced the closing of an investment partnership that will invest up to $600 million to fund WLFC's growing credit strategy. This inaugural partnership with Liberty Mutual Investments ("LMI"), the investment firm for Liberty Mutual Group, is supported by a warehouse debt facility provided by Bank of America N.A. and will invest in loan and loan-like engine financings, a business WLFC pioneered with its first revolving credit lease in 2021. "We are excited to partner with an incr
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Dec. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Willis Engine Structured Trust IX ("WEST"), has priced $337,400,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series A Fixed Rate Notes (the "Series A Notes") and $55,500,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series B Fixed Rate Notes (the "Series B Notes" and, together with the Series A Notes, the "Notes"). The Notes will be secured by, among other things, WEST's direct and indirect interests in a portfolio of 47 aircraft engines an
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Dec. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), a leading lessor of commercial jet engines, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Willis Engine Structured Trust IX ("WEST"), proposes to offer $337,400,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series A Fixed Rate Notes (the "Initial Series A Notes") and $55,500,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series B Fixed Rate Notes (the "Initial Series B Notes" and, together with the Initial Series A Notes, the "Initial Notes"). The Notes will be secured by, among other things, WEST's direct and indirect interests in a portfolio of 47 aircraft engines and 2 airfr
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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced the appointment of Steven Bridgland as Head of Investor Relations & Capital Markets for its recently announced asset manager, Willis Aviation Capital. In this role, Steve will lead day-to-day management of Willis Aviation Capital's existing investor relationships, continue development of new investor relationships and support capital deployment efforts. With more than three decades of experience, Steve brings extensive expertise in equity and debt capita
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Nov. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced the appointment of David Hooke as Senior Vice President, Mergers & Acquisitions, effective immediately. David will lead the Company's global mergers and acquisitions strategy, driving portfolio growth and supporting the expansion of WLFC's aviation leasing, trading, and services platform. "Having worked with David for many years, I trust his integrity and admire his relentless pursuit of excellence and opportunities in the aerospace and defense industri
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, today announced the appointment of Pascal Picano as Senior Vice President, Aircraft Leasing & Trading, effective immediately. Pascal reports directly to Austin C. Willis, Chief Executive Officer of WLFC, and will work closely with Marc Pierpoint, Senior Vice President, Head of Trading & Investments, to drive the continued growth and evolution of WLFC's portfolio. In this newly created role, Pascal will be building upon the Company's leading aviation leasing platform
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, is pleased to announce the internal appointment of Z. Clifton ("Clif") Dameron to the role of Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective immediately. Clif will report directly to Chief Executive Officer, Austin C. Willis, and will be responsible for overseeing all legal matters for WLFC. Clif succeeds Dean M. Poulakidas, who has stepped down from the role to pursue other opportunities. "We are grateful to Dean for the many years he selfl
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Jones to its Board of Directors (the "Board") effective January 1, 2025. Mr. Jones has a 40-year career in the airline and energy industries. An engineer by training, he began in international oil and gas development, focusing on gas turbine cogeneration projects in North America and Australia. Joining Air New Zealand in 2001 as VP of Investor Relations, he played a key role in its post September 11th transformation. He ma
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and provider of global aviation service operations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Z. Clifton ("Clif") Dameron to the role of Senior Vice President to strengthen and help streamline the Company's legal functions as WLFC continues to strategically expand its operations. "We are thrilled to have Clif join our team," said Austin C. Willis, WLFC's Chief Executive Officer. "His legal expertise in both leasing operations and asset management will be invaluable as we deploy our strategy." "Our rapid growth h
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and provider of global aviation service operations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Ruddock in the newly created role of Senior Vice President, Sustainable Aviation & Corporate Development. Amy will be responsible for delivering and growing WLFC's sustainable aviation business while also overseeing corporate development. Austin C. Willis, WLFC's Chief Executive Officer, commented on the appointment: "We are thrilled to welcome Amy to our leadership team. As we continue to expand our services businesses, we have
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., July 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announces the expansion of its technical senior leadership team into two distinct roles. In direct response to substantial and rapid growth, the Company has appointed industry veteran, Caroline M. Vandedrinck, as its new Senior Vice President ("SVP"), Materials & Services, to manage the Company's strategically aligned aftermarket services businesses. Garry Failler, SVP and Chief Technical Officer, will continue to manage WLFC's worldwide technical group, quality and logist
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Colm Barrington to its Board of Directors ("the Board") effective April 1, 2024. Mr. Barrington has a distinguished career spanning more than 50 years in the global aviation industry, starting in 1968 at Aer Lingus. In 1980, he joined GPA Group plc where he held various senior management positions and helped establish and develop a global market for the sale of leased aircraft as financial assets. In 1993, Mr. Barrington oversaw the acquisiti
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Dec. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC"), a leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brendan Curran to its Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective January 1, 2024. With a distinguished career in the aerospace industry spanning nearly four decades, Mr. Curran brings a wealth of experience across the engine and airframe segments. He has significant experience in business and operations leadership, engineering, mergers & acquisitions, restructuring, and global business development. Most notably, Mr. Curran's expertise aligns well
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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services, today announced a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share on the Company's outstanding common stock. The dividend is expected to be paid on February 20, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on February 11, 2026. "This dividend reflects the strength of our business and our continued commitment to delivering long-term value to our shareholders," said Austin C. Willis, Chief Executive Officer of WLFC. About Willis Lease Finance Corporation Willis Lease F
Delivers Quarterly Pre-Tax Income of $43.2 Million and Quarterly Revenue of $183.4 Million Declares Fourth Quarter 2025 Dividend of $0.40 Per Share COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Nov. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. The Company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share, an increase to the Company's recurring quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, of common stock outstanding. The dividend is expected to be paid on November 26, 2025 to shareh
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Oct. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) (the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, today announced it will release its financial results for the third quarter of 2025 before the market opens on November 4, 2025. The Company will host a conference call led by the executive management team that day at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the conference call, please use the following dial-in numbers: U.S. and Canada: +1 (800) 330-6730International: +1 (786) 297-8585Conference ID: 2797388 A digital replay will be available two hours after the completion of th
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Second Quarter 2025 Highlights (All metrics compared to second quarter 2024, except where noted) Record quarterly total revenue of $195.5 million, an increase of 29.4%Record quarterly pre-tax income of $74.3 millionLease rent revenue of $72.3 million, an increase of 29.4%Strong maintenance reserve revenue of $50.7 million with short-term recurring maintenance reserve revenue up 9.5%Spare p
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company") announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share on outstanding shares of WLFC common stock. The dividend is expected to be paid on August 21, 2025 to stockholders of record at the close of business on August 12, 2025. Willis Lease Finance Corporation WLFC leases large and regional spare commercial aircraft engines, auxiliary power units and aircraft to airlines, aircraft engine manufacturers and maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers worldwide. These leasing activities are integrated with engine and aircraft trading, engine lease pools and asset managemen
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) (the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, today announced it will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 before the market opens on August 5, 2025. The Company will host a conference call led by the executive management team that day at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the conference call, please use the following dial-in numbers: U.S. and Canada: +1 (800) 289-0459International: +1 (646) 828-8082Conference ID: 101023 A digital replay will be available two hours after the completion of the
Delivers Pre-Tax Income of $25.3 Million and Record Quarterly Revenue of $157.7 Million Declares Second Quarter 2025 Dividend of $0.25 Per Share COCONUT CREEK, Fla., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company"), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. The Company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on May 22, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 12, 2025. First Quarter 2025 Highlights (All m
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC" or the "Company") declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share on outstanding shares of WLFC common stock. The dividend is expected to be paid on May 22, 2025 to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 12, 2025. Willis Lease Finance Corporation WLFC leases large and regional spare commercial aircraft engines, auxiliary power units and aircraft to airlines, aircraft engine manufacturers and maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers worldwide. These leasing activities are integrated with engine and aircraft trading, engine lease pools and asset management servic
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC") plans to announce its financial results for the first quarter of 2025 on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. WLFC plans to hold a conference call led by members of WLFC's executive management team on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time to discuss its first quarter 2025 results. Individuals wishing to participate in the conference call should dial: US and Canada (800) 289-0459, International +1 (646) 828-8082, wait for the conference operator and provide the operator with the Conference ID 578662. The conference call may also be accessed by registering via the following l
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) ("WLFC") today reported record annual total revenues of $569.2 million and pre-tax income of $152.6 million. For the year ended December 31, 2024, aggregate, core lease rent and maintenance reserve revenues were at an all-time record high of $452.1 million, up 30.4% as compared to $346.8 million in 2023. The growth was predominantly driven by core, recurring lease and maintenance revenues associated with a strong aviation marketplace. "In 2024 we leveraged our strong earnings to reinvest in the most in demand engines and aircraft," said Austin C. Willis, Chief Executive Officer of WLFC