Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) filed a Current Report on Form 8-K dated September 8, 2026, announcing its participation in Deutsche Bank’s 16th Annual Aviation Forum in New York. The Company disclosed that Austin C. Willis, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the event.
The filing includes an attached presentation titled "An Integrated Aviation Platform," dated September 8, 2026. The document outlines a strategy to develop and implement creative products and services solutions for customers across the entire aviation asset lifecycle. The Company states its mission is to be the premier partner in aviation propulsion, helping customers connect the world through sustainable flight.
The presentation details the "Willis Platform," a suite of offerings that includes Engine Maintenance & Disassembly, Aircraft Line & Base Maintenance, Parking & Storage, Disassembly, Material Solutions, Airport FBO & Handling Services, and Aircraft & Powerplant Consultancy. The Company also highlights its institutional-backed capital at scale, leasing, loans, and loan-like products, as well as long-standing Joint Ventures.
The Company reported an Asset Under Management (AUM) of $4.4 billion as of June 30, 2026, which does not include additional capacity at WLFC or Joint Ventures. The Company employs over 500 people across North America, the UK, Europe, India, and Asia, and its leased assets operate in 120 countries.
The filing notes that the presentation contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company’s business strategy, future performance, and market forecasts. The Company cautions that actual results may differ materially due to various factors, including changes in the airline industry, fuel prices, interest rates, and regulatory changes.
