K2 Aviation has agreed to acquire a six-aircraft portfolio from Carlyle Aviation Partners, marking its first transaction with the global aircraft lessor and asset manager.
The portfolio comprises Airbus and Boeing aircraft currently leased to five airline customers. K2 Aviation has not disclosed the individual aircraft types, operators, or financial terms of the transaction.
The acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2027. Once completed, the deal will expand K2 Aviation’s aircraft portfolio with a diversified group of assets and airline credits.
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The transaction is supported by Franklin Templeton Benefit Street Partners, Merit AirFinance, Vedder, KPMG, A&L Goodbody and EY.
The deal also establishes a new trading relationship between K2 Aviation and Carlyle Aviation Partners as K2 continues to expand its aircraft investment and leasing portfolio.
