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Jackson Square Aviation (JSA), a leading global aircraft lessor, today announced its commercial results for the fiscal year 2024, which was completed on March 31, 2025, following a change in the company’s financial year-end. This was marked by significant achievements including strategic fleet and financial product growth, a firm commitment to sustainability, industry recognition for its diversity and inclusion efforts, and a landmark aircraft order.

Building on a strong track record, JSA continued to expand its fleet and customer base in 2024. The company successfully acquired 42 aircraft, facilitated aircraft transitions to new and existing lessees, closed over $215m in pre-delivery payment facilities on behalf of its airline customers and extended numerous leases demonstrating its agility and expertise in the dynamic aviation market.

JSA also signed an impressive 60 leases, welcoming 6 new customers to its global network. This activity contributed to a substantial CapEx of $2.7 billion for the year.

“Jackson Square Aviation continued to innovate and expand throughout 2024,” remarked Kevin McDonald, JSA’s Chief Executive Officer. “Our customer base called on us to provide additional solutions for their fleet, financing, and sustainability needs, and we delivered wherever possible. With constrained supply and elevated costs throughout the aviation sector, we are laser-focused on presenting airlines with a broad series of products to meet their demands. Between aircraft deliveries, SAF and balance sheet funding, we’ve got a high-quality product for every global airline. Our results in 2024 reflect JSA’s increasingly strong market position.”

A key highlight of the year was JSA’s proactive stance on environmental responsibility. Recognizing the urgency of addressing climate change, JSA made a significant investment in SAF Scope 3 certificates. This strategic purchase underscores JSA’s commitment to supporting the aviation industry’s ambitious goal of achieving net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050 and actively contributing to a more sustainable future for air travel.

“At Jackson Square Aviation, we take our sustainability responsibilities very seriously as a key player in the aviation value chain, and we believe that lessors will increasingly differentiate themselves through their contributions to sustainable aviation. We’re committed to investing in a more sustainable future for global air transport.” said Ryan Opeka, Chief Operating Officer of Jackson Square Aviation.

Further solidifying its position as an industry leader, JSA was honoured with an Inclusio Excellence in DEI award recognizing its dedication to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). This accolade highlights JSA’s ongoing efforts to foster an inclusive workplace and champion diversity within the aviation sector.

Looking ahead, JSA is poised for continued growth with a significant addition to its future fleet. The company announced its first Airbus direct order comprising 50 A320neo Family Aircraft. This strategic investment in new generation, fuel-efficient aircraft aligns with JSA’s commitment to providing its customers with modern and sustainable solutions.

“The Jackson Square Aviation team continued to adapt, and our products and investments evolved throughout 2024,” said Chris Dailey, President & Chief Commercial Officer. “Our strategic investments, including our recent Airbus order, underscore our dedication to providing our customers with a diverse and modern fleet, equipped with the latest technologies. We are excited to continue expanding our offerings, innovating and delivering excellence as the aviation landscape transforms.”

About Jackson Square Aviation
As a leading global commercial aircraft lessor, we’re focused on building and maintaining lasting relationships with our current and prospective customers, through competitive financing, customised fleet solutions and proactive service.
Our experienced, international and professional staff is committed to meeting airlines’ evolving needs worldwide. Leveraging our extended relationships with aircraft manufacturers, financiers and other aviation businesses, we offer fleet and capital flexibility vital to airlines’ fleet replacement and expansion.
Since the founding of JSA in 2010, our portfolio has steadily expanded with young and efficient Airbus and Boeing fleet. Today our owned, committed and managed fleet stands at 334 aircraft with 63 leading airlines in 32 countries.
JSA is part of the Mitsubishi HC Capital group, a global leasing company based in Japan and publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.