TCP to Provide $100 Million Engine Financing Facility to Mesa Airlines

Tennenbaum Capital Partners has agreed to provide a $100 million engine financing facility to Mesa Air Group. The facility will be used to purchase a portfolio of new General Electric CF34-8C5 engines and will provide Mesa with additional financing capacity to support its growing business. “We have a long history and deep track record in aviation investing and Mesa is a best-in-class operator that serves our nation’s leading airlines,” said Rob DiPaolo, Managing Director of TCP. “We are pleased to provide capital to support Mesa’s fleet requirements and expand our relationship with the airline.” “We are investing in Mesa’s long-term