FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:FTAI) is a commercial aircraft leasing company that acquires, leases, and finances passenger and freighter aircraft for airlines worldwide. The firm focuses on modern narrow‐body and wide‐body jets, including Airbus A320 family and Boeing 737 models, as well as select freighter conversions. Through sale‐and‐leaseback, finance lease, and operating lease transactions, FTAI Aviation provides airlines with flexible fleet solutions tailored to their network and capacity needs.
Founded in 2017 as part of the FTAI funds platform, the company has steadily built a diversified portfolio of aircraft serving customers across North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific region, Latin America, and Africa. Its aircraft are placed with carriers of varying sizes and business models, from global flag carriers to regional and low‐cost operators. This geographic reach allows FTAI Aviation to capitalize on emerging demand and shifting fleet strategies in different markets.
FTAI Aviation’s management team brings decades of aviation finance and leasing experience. Chief Executive Officer Daniel M. Baston previously managed aircraft portfolios at global leasing firms, while Chief Financial Officer Cynthia Campbell has a background in capital markets and structured finance. The company’s board of directors includes industry veterans from finance, aviation operations, and asset management, ensuring robust governance and strategic oversight.
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, FTAI Aviation leverages its parent organization’s infrastructure and advisory capabilities to execute transactions efficiently and manage assets over their economic life. By combining technical expertise in aircraft valuation, maintenance oversight, and leasing structures, the company aims to deliver reliable cash flows and long-term value creation for its stakeholders.
