AerCap launches funding for GECAS deal

AerCap-GECAS deal inches closer to closing as AerCap enters the market with a series of fixed income offerings to finance the transaction. AerCap is holding a series of investor calls today and tomorrow. AerCap Ireland Capital DAC / AerCap Global Aviation Trust (rated Baa3 / BBB / BBB- by Moody’s, S&P and Fitch, respectively) are offering a US dollar SEC Registered two-20 year multi-tranche offering, which may be followed by a potential euro-denominated RegS offering with four- and/or six-year tenors. The debt will be guaranteed by AerCap Holdings. The proceeds of the potential transaction will be directed towards financing the