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Flexjet acquires London’s The Jet Business; Steve Varsano named president

Flexjet has announced the acquisition of The Jet Business, a London-based aircraft brokerage and advisory firm founded by Steve Varsano. Varsano—known for TikTok-driven aviation marketing—will become president, with the business set to influence Flexjet’s fleet additions and subtractions.

2026-06-12T01:57:25.582358-07:00

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SpaceX IPO lands as record-setting event at $135/share and ~$1.77T–$1.8T valuation range

2026-06-11T14:27:13.406147-07:00

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FL Technics expands Bangkok presence to support APAC aircraft transition work for lessors and operators

2026-06-11T01:13:30.779942-07:00

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Swire Pacific Finance to issue US$600mn zero-coupon Cathay exchangeable bonds

2026-06-11T16:27:49.057059-07:00

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Flexjet acquires London’s The Jet Business; Steve Varsano named president Flexjet has announced the acquisition of The Jet Business, a London-based aircraft brokerage and advisory firm founded by Steve Varsano. Varsano—known for TikTok-driven aviation marketing—will become president, with the business set to influence Flexjet’s fleet additions and subtractions.

2026-06-12T01:57:25.582358-07:00

Flexjet acquires London’s The Jet Business; Steve Varsano named president

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Swire Pacific Finance to issue US$600mn zero-coupon Cathay exchangeable bonds Swire Pacific Finance Limited plans to issue HKD4.7 billion (US$600 million) in zero-coupon exchangeable bonds linked to Cathay Pacific shares, per a June 9, 2026 stock-exchange filing. The notes’ structure is designed to give bondholders exposure to Cathay’s equity performance.

2026-06-11T16:27:49.057059-07:00

Swire Pacific Finance to issue US$600mn zero-coupon Cathay exchangeable bonds

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SpaceX IPO lands as record-setting event at $135/share and ~$1.77T–$1.8T valuation range SpaceX has completed a historic IPO, selling about 555.6 million shares at $135 each—raising roughly $75B and valuing the company at about $1.77T (with market coverage citing ~$1.8T). The offering arrives despite multi‑billion-dollar losses and comes with debate over whether the valuation is sustainable for investors.

2026-06-11T14:27:13.406147-07:00

SpaceX IPO lands as record-setting event at $135/share and ~$1.77T–$1.8T valuation range

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SATA Air Açores reviews sale of in-house Q200 fleet as it weighs further fleet growth SATA Air Açores is considering divesting its in-house Q200 aircraft, according to ch-aviation reporting. The carrier is also evaluating options for fleet growth, signaling a potential shift away from its existing Q200 capacity to reshape its near-term operating base and economics.

2026-06-11T07:13:57.680608-07:00

SATA Air Açores reviews sale of in-house Q200 fleet as it weighs further fleet growth

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FL Technics expands Bangkok presence to support APAC aircraft transition work for lessors and operators FL Technics has expanded its Bangkok office to support aircraft transition management across the Asia-Pacific region, targeting work with both aircraft lessors and operating airlines. The move underscores a wider footprint strategy to manage complex handovers and associated change activity across APAC.

2026-06-11T01:13:30.779942-07:00

FL Technics expands Bangkok presence to support APAC aircraft transition work for lessors and operators

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Indonesia's wealth fund eyes aircraft leasing arm

2026-06-10T18:26:37.893780-07:00

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El Al wet leases two A320-200s to plug near-term capacity needs El Al Israel Airlines has agreed to wet lease two Airbus A320-200 aircraft, adding capacity with crew and maintenance supplied by the lessor. The move highlights the carrier’s reliance on short-term fleet supply to support its ongoing network recovery and operational ramp.

2026-06-10T02:57:04.784289-07:00

El Al wet leases two A320-200s to plug near-term capacity needs

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines issues RFP for aircraft lease consultancy Biman Bangladesh Airlines has issued a request for proposals for aircraft lease consultancy services, signaling a procurement push to structure and source aircraft leasing support. The move suggests the carrier is seeking specialist guidance as it evaluates lease-based options for fleet planning and execution.

2026-06-10T00:56:25.134727-07:00

Biman Bangladesh Airlines issues RFP for aircraft lease consultancy

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Flexjet acquires London’s The Jet Business; Steve Varsano named president

SpaceX IPO lands as record-setting event at $135/share and ~$1.77T–$1.8T valuation range

FL Technics expands Bangkok presence to support APAC aircraft transition work for lessors and operators

Swire Pacific Finance to issue US$600mn zero-coupon Cathay exchangeable bonds

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