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We are a leading global aircraft leasing company. Our principal activity is leasing and trading aircraft, with a clear focus on young commercial jet aircraft of the types most popular with our customers.

Every minute, an aircraft managed by SMBC Aviation Capital takes off or lands somewhere in the world. With the strength of our shareholders, we give our airline and investor customers access to an exceptionally broad range of financial solutions. We also provide investment and aircraft management services.

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20/07/2017

SMBC Aviation Capital closes $500 million senior unsecured notes offering

-Second successful capital fundraising demonstrates market confidence in company strategy-

Dublin, July 19, 2017: SMBC Aviation Capital, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, SMBC Aviation Capital Finance DAC, has closed the sale of $500 million principal amount of 3.00%, 5-year senior unsecured notes due July 2022 (the “Notes”).The Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by SMBC Aviation Capital.

This successful bond placement - priced at US Treasuries plus 115 basis points - follows SMBC Aviation Capital’s debut capital markets issuance in July 2016.The proceeds from the offering will be used for general corporate purposes which may include, among other things, the purchase of aircraft and the repayment of existing indebtedness.

Commenting on the issuance, Barry Flannery, Chief Financial Officer of SMBC Aviation Capital, said: “The successful execution of this transaction demonstrates the market’s confidence in our business and our commitment to diversifying our sources of funding.Our bond programme is the foundation of our third-party funding strategy and, together with our ongoing shareholder support, will underpin the delivery of our future growth”.


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05/07/2017

SMBC Aviation Capital concludes four aircraft deal with new customer Lucky Air

July 5th 2017 – SMBC Aviation Capital and Chinese low cost carrier, Lucky Air, today announced that they have entered into an agreement for the placement of four Boeing B737-8 MAX aircraft.This deal represents SMBC Aviation Capital’s first placement of the MAX aircraft from its order book with Boeing and Lucky Air’s first order of a Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft.

The new aircraft are scheduled to deliver in 2018 and 2019. The 737 MAX aircraft is one of the most technologically advanced in the world and is equipped with CFM International LEAP-1B engines, Advanced Technology winglets and other improvements to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and passenger comfort in the single-aisle market. The aircraft will support Lucky Air’s low-cost strategy within China.


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660+ Aircraft


Average fleet age of 4.5 years


We have A- (Fitch) and BBB+ (S&P) ratings


We have over 15 years experience

Our fleet strategy

Our strategy is to focus on the most modern, efficient and desirable aircraft types, working closely with our airline and investor customers to meet their specific requirements. Our portfolio of 453 owned and managed aircraft has a weighted average age of just 4.5 years, one of the youngest fleets in the commercial aircraft operating lease industry.

Our order book of 110 Airbus A320neo and 90 Boeing 737max are some of the most advanced aircraft in the world. While our focus is primarily on narrowbody aircraft, we also invest in the most technologically advanced widebody aircraft, including the Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 families of aircraft.

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Careers

We offer excellent career opportunities, whether you're a seasoned professional or a bright, capable, ambitious young graduate. Our well-structured two-year graduate programme is open to people with a variety of skills.

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