Core Insights - The aircraft leasing industry plays a crucial role in connecting aviation operators with financial capital, with a global fleet of 13,517 aircraft managed by leasing companies as of the end of 2024 [1][5][6] - Narrow-body aircraft dominate the leasing market, comprising 72.8% of the total fleet, with increasing demand driven by economic growth and urbanization [1][6] - The top ten global leasing companies hold a significant market share, with AerCap leading at 1,728 aircraft, followed by other major players like SMBC Aviation and Avolon [1][7][8] Aircraft Leasing Overview - Aircraft leasing involves airlines selecting specific models and quantities of aircraft from leasing companies, signing agreements to transfer usage rights in exchange for rental payments [2][5] - The two primary leasing types are dry leasing (providing only the aircraft) and wet leasing (providing the aircraft along with crew) [3] Market Status - In 2024, 607 commercial aircraft were delivered to leasing companies, representing 55% of total deliveries, with a significant portion attributed to new aircraft sold back to lessors [5][6] - The global leasing fleet is concentrated in Europe, North America, and China, with respective holdings of 3,557, 2,186, and 1,918 aircraft as of the end of 2024 [6][7] Order Volume - The global leasing aircraft order volume for 2024 reached 2,892 aircraft, valued at $163.46 billion, with China accounting for 800 orders, making it the second-largest market after Ireland [1][8] Industry Trends - Future trends in the aircraft leasing industry include digital operations, green finance, dominance of domestic aircraft models, and innovation in leasing models [9][10]