Lessor Risk Management in the Age of ACMI

Aircraft leasing has become a significant component of the global aviation market, with lessors facing new challenges in managing technical integrity and risk during aircraft transfers. René Armas Maes, an international consultant, argues that engineering-led oversight is essential for asset protection, operational continuity, and financial performance. A combined technical consultancy and CAMO support model can reduce risk and improve transition predictability, with benefits including reduced maintenance overruns, limited findings, and accelerated aircraft transitions. This approach is critical for lessors seeking to maintain their competitive edge in the rapidly evolving ACMI market.