ALTAVAIR
Airlines and AviationWashington, United States51-200 Employees
Altavair is a global asset manager focused on commercial aircraft leasing and related finance activities. Founded in 2003, the company has completed more than $11 billion in lease transactions across 34 countries, representing more than 250 Boeing and Airbus aircraft, including freighter conversions. It serves a diverse set of customers and maintains relationships across the commercial aviation value chain, including direct orders from manufacturers. The management and marketing teams bring extensive experience to the business, averaging more than 31 years in aviation leasing and finance, and coordinate activities from a network of hubs around the world. Headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, Altavair operates through three independent entities and teams that collaborate to serve clients globally, with a footprint spanning Seattle, London, Dublin and Singapore. The firm positions itself as a seasoned specialist in aviation asset management, capable of navigating various phases of the commercial aviation cycle. In May 2026, Altavair announced a new client relationship with The Maples Group, highlighting ongoing cross-border aviation finance activities.