Aerospace

Libra Group’s aerospace holdings encompass a modern and diverse portfolio of aviation and space assets, spanning more than two decades of experience in aerospace innovation and aviation leasing. Libra Group’s aerospace interests began in 2004 through the establishment of LCI, with the initial acquisition of 21 commercial jets and ended up becoming a globally leading helicopter lessor, having completed over US$12 billion in commercial jet and helicopter transactions and ended up operating a fleet of approximately 320 helicopters serving mission-critical needs. Under Libra Group, LCI had a demonstrated track record of navigating market cycles and creating innovative, flexible approaches to asset finance. Examples include investment in fixed-wing aircraft starting in 2004, ahead of the market boom, a landmark US$1 billion sale of 21 aircraft in 2007, a move into wide-body passenger and freighter aircraft in 2009, followed by a US$400 million order for a fleet of Leonardo helicopters in 2012 that remain in service today.

Following the sale of LCI to Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd. (SMFL) in 2026, Libra Group focused its 22 years of aerospace experience with SLI, its dedicated aerospace subsidiary focused on advancing next-generation mobility through innovative asset ownership and leasing across the aviation and space sectors.

Founded by Libra Group in 2023 as the world’s first dedicated space leasing company, SLI later expanded its diverse portfolio to include advanced air mobility aircraft, encompassing up to 190 carbon-free next-generation aircraft, including from BETA Technologies and autonomous drones from Elroy Air. SLI’s space assets include 21 ground stations in the geospatially critical locations operated by satellite data communication specialist RBC Signals and three satellites.