Air Lease Corporation Reports Robust Q2 Earnings

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Air Lease Corporation, a leading aircraft leasing company based in Los Angeles, reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2025. The firm, which purchases and leases commercial jets to airlines around the world, saw its revenue and profits rise significantly compared to the same period a year earlier, driven by high demand for its services and an expanding fleet of aircraft.

Why it matters

Air Lease Corporation's performance is seen as an indicator of the overall health of the global aviation industry, as airlines' ability to lease planes is a key factor in their operations and expansion plans. The company's results suggest that air travel demand remains robust despite economic headwinds, which is positive news for the broader commercial aviation sector.

The details

Air Lease reported Q2 2025 revenue of $625 million, up 12% from the same quarter in 2024. Net income for the quarter was $135 million, a 15% increase year-over-year. The company attributed the strong results to high aircraft utilization rates, favorable lease rates, and continued growth of its fleet, which stood at 495 aircraft owned as of June 30, 2025, with an additional 241 on order.

• Air Lease Corporation reported its Q2 2025 financial results on August 5, 2025.
• The company's fleet consisted of 495 owned aircraft and 241 on order as of June 30, 2025.

What’s next

Air Lease Corporation is expected to provide an update on its full-year 2025 outlook when it reports its Q3 2025 financial results in November.