Falko Regional Aircraft

Falko is an aircraft operating leasing company focused on the regional aircraft sector. It is one of the longest standing and largest managers of regional aircraft globally, having acquired 140 aircraft with a total value of $2.0 billion since its expansion into all regional aircraft types in 2013. Falko's strategy is focused on growing its portfolio of funds and aircraft under management and the continued development of products and services in support of its aircraft lease management activity. Falko was formed in July 2011 when funds managed by Fortress Investment Group completed the purchase of BAE Systems Asset Management and its associated aircraft portfolio. The New York-based M&A and transportation finance groups of Allen & Overy LLP advised Falko in this transaction. The Allen & Overy team comprised partner Paul Burns (M&A), Senior Counsel Christine Steenman (banking and finance) and associate Brittany Beyer (M&A).