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Aircastle to cease leasing to Russian airlines due to sanctions; 6% of fleet at risk
Aircastle LTD
- EU, US, others imposed sanctions after Russia's Feb 24, 2022 invasion of Ukraine, including aircraft supply bans.
- Aircastle intends to fully comply, requiring cessation of leasing activity with Russian airlines.
- As of Nov 30, 2021, approx. 6% of fleet by net book value was on lease to Russian carriers.
- Company cites risk factors for potential write-downs if customer defaults or market conditions worsen.
- Sanctions include wind-down periods for existing aircraft and component supply to Russia.