Transactions
Aircraft Transactions
Aircraft transactions, including helicopters, can involve complex considerations that vary by transaction and jurisdiction. Experienced legal counsel can help purchasers and sellers navigate whole or fractional aircraft sales, whether domestic or international. We regularly advise on long- and short-term leasing arrangements, IRC §1031 Like-Kind Exchanges, block-time purchase and sale arrangements for non-commercial Part 91 aircraft, co-ownership arrangements, and joint use agreements. By identifying and addressing the unique legal and regulatory considerations of each transaction, we help clients plan effectively and achieve successful outcomes.
Aircraft Finance
We maintain relationships with the industry leaders in aircraft finance. We have successfully arranged for U.S. domestic and international lending for both U.S.-registered and foreign-registered aircraft. Our experience includes securing loans through both private and institutional sources.
Private Lending
When institutional lending is not available due to the circumstances of the borrower, we have made arrangements with private lenders to fill the void and permit clients to obtain lending on their aircraft while keeping their capital flexible.
Aircraft Finance Programs
Our attorneys have prepared lending programs for financial institutions new to the aviation lending market. We have prepared the instruments and provided the guidance necessary for clients to be secure in the enforcement of their loan programs and meet the unique expectations of their regulators.
The purchase, sale, and merger of FAA-licensed companies presents unique considerations.
Our methodology for FAA-licensed companies is forward-thinking, progressive, and delivers pragmatic solutions. We understand the FAA’s requirements and navigate these matters to represent clients’ interests based on complete facts, law, and analysis.
Lender Representation
Private & Institutional
We represent banks and other lenders and lessors, credit unions, vendors, borrowers, lessors, and lessees. Our firm assists clients in secured transactions involving aircraft, with a focus on domestic and international private aircraft financing and leasing. We extend our capabilities to dry leases, operating leases, and other agreements that may be covered by various secured transactions, optimizing transactional efficiency for financial institutions and private lenders.
