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Willis Lease closes $262.9M acquisition of 12 aircraft and 13 engines
WILLIS LEASE FINANCE CORP
- Closed Aug 24, 2026; base price $379.3M adjusted to ~$262.9M at closing.
- Acquired 12 commercial aircraft and 13 spare engines from WNG entities.
- Adjusted purchase price includes $10M deposit release and $1.5172M holdback for 9 months.
- 10 engines and 6 aircraft to be allocated to JV subsidiaries or managed vehicles.
- CEO Austin Willis cites fit with existing leasing business and disciplined growth.