Leveraging decades of collective experience in aviation among its leadership team, Aquila is a full-service aircraft leasing and financing platform that provides comprehensive solutions to airlines and sellers to meet their critical business needs.
Backed by funds managed by Wafra Inc., a New York-based, global alternative asset manager, Aquila Air Capital (“Aquila”) is a full-service aircraft leasing and financing platform, focused on providing aviation asset financing, as well as purchasing and leasing aircraft and engines.
Led by a management team with decades of experience in the aerospace and aviation industries, Aquila is a trusted partner to all players in the value chain, from buyers and sellers of assets to operators in need of creative and timely solutions for their critical business needs.
Aquila is focused on its long-term vision to become a trusted partner for passenger airlines, cargo operators, and the MRO community. We provide a wide range of tailored solutions to support our customers, while maximizing their value and operational flexibility.
The team has executed leases across the full spectrum of airlines, including U.S. majors, international flag carriers, leading cargo integrators, and startups.
Team members have extensive industry backgrounds and relationships, having worked with leading lessors, OEMs, MROs, and financial institutions.
Personnel located in the U.S, Europe, and Asia provide 24/7 support to our customers and counterparties.
Aquila utilizes a best-in-class network of vendors supporting asset management, legal, and accounting operations.