AerCap Leased, Purchased and Sold 70 Aircraft in the First Quarter 2021

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AerCap Holdings N.V. (NYSE: AER) reported significant transactions in Q1 2021, including lease agreements for 60 aircraft (28 widebody and 32 narrowbody). The company purchased 1 Embraer E2 and executed sales for 9 aircraft from its portfolio, comprising various models like Airbus and Boeing. AerCap issued $1 billion in 5-year senior unsecured notes at a 1.75% coupon and agreed to acquire GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) for $28.4 billion through multiple credit agreements.

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• Signed lease agreements for 60 aircraft, enhancing fleet and revenue potential.
• Acquisition of GECAS strengthens AerCap's market position and diversification.

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DUBLIN, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AerCap Holdings N.V. ("AerCap") (NYSE: AER) has announced its major business transactions during the first quarter 2021:

• Signed lease agreements for 60 aircraft, including 28 widebody aircraft and 32 narrowbody aircraft.
• Purchased 1 aircraft, 1 Embraer E2.
• Executed sale transactions for 9 aircraft, including 2 Airbus A320 Family aircraft, 1 Airbus A330, 2 Boeing 737NGs, 1 Boeing 787-8 and 3 Boeing 767-300ERs from AerCap's owned portfolio.
• Issued $1 billion of 5-year senior unsecured notes with a 1.75% coupon.
• Entered into a definitive agreement with General Electric (NYSE:GE) under which AerCap will acquire 100% of GE Capital Aviation Services ("GECAS"), a GE business, as previously announced. Entered into a bridge credit agreement, term loan agreement and revolving credit agreement for an aggregate amount of $28.4 billion associated with the acquisition of GECAS.

About AerCap

AerCap is the global leader in aircraft leasing with one of the most attractive order books in the industry. AerCap serves approximately 200 customers in approximately 80 countries with comprehensive fleet solutions. AerCap is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (AER) and has its headquarters in Dublin with offices in Shannon, Los Angeles, Singapore, Amsterdam, Shanghai, Abu Dhabi, Seattle and Toulouse.

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SOURCE AerCap Holdings N.V.

FAQ

What major transactions did AerCap announce in April 2021?

AerCap announced lease agreements for 60 aircraft, purchased 1 aircraft, and executed sales for 9 aircraft.

What is the financial impact of AerCap's acquisition of GE Capital Aviation Services?

The acquisition involves $28.4 billion in credit agreements, potentially enhancing AerCap's revenue streams.

How much did AerCap raise through its recent bond issuance?

AerCap issued $1 billion of 5-year senior unsecured notes at a 1.75% coupon.

What types of aircraft did AerCap lease in the first quarter of 2021?

AerCap leased 28 widebody and 32 narrowbody aircraft.

What stock symbol represents AerCap and General Electric?

AerCap is listed under AER, while General Electric is listed under GE.