Altavair

Altavair is a commercial aviation finance and asset management firm specialising in the acquisition, leasing, and disposal of commercial aircraft. The company operates as a primary lessor within the global aerospace value chain, focusing specifically on the life-cycle management of large-capacity airframes. They provide capital solutions to airlines and institutional investors by structuring long-term leases and managing the technical transition of aircraft between operators. The organisation manages a diverse portfolio concentrated on widebody passenger aircraft and dedicated freighter platforms. Their fleet activity includes significant involvement with the Airbus A330 and A350 families, alongside Boeing 777 and 747 variants. The firm maintains a strategic partnership with KKR, which provides the investment capital for large-scale acquisitions, and they serve a global customer base of major flag carriers and international cargo logistics providers. Prospective partners should verify the specific asset class expertise of the firm, as their operations are heavily weighted toward twin-aisle and heavy-lift aircraft rather than regional or narrowbody types. Buyers should also confirm the current status of managed assets under KKR-backed portfolios versus those held under independent management. Due diligence should include an assessment of their technical capability in managing complex freighter conversions and end-of-life airframe transitions.