WILLIS LEASE FINANCE CORP 8-K

What Happened
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) filed an 8-K on January 5, 2026 announcing a strategic engine leasing partnership with Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI). Under the agreement, WLFC and BXCI will form a new fund to create a scaled aircraft engine leasing platform, with plans to deploy more than $1 billion into targeted engine assets. The company furnished a press release about the partnership (Exhibit 99.1) under Regulation FD.

Key Details

• Announcement date: January 5, 2026.
• Partner: Blackstone Credit & Insurance (“BXCI”).
• Structure: WLFC and BXCI will form a new fund to build a scaled engine leasing platform.
• Capital target: plans to deploy over $1 billion into target asset types.

Why It Matters
This partnership gives WLFC access to significant private credit capital intended to scale its engine leasing business, which could support growth in lease inventory and revenue potential over time. The filing does not disclose additional financial terms or specific asset commitments beyond the planned >$1 billion deployment, so investors should watch for future filings and updates for details on timing, fund structure, and expected financial impact.