First National Capital Finalizes $20MM Fleet Refinancing for Charter Operator

First National Capital finalized commitment for a $20 million aircraft transaction, refinancing an operator’s entire fleet to free up operating capital and fund upcoming acquisitions. The cash-out component gives the company the liquidity to expand into new industries and build out additional revenue lines, with the aircraft continuing to fly charter and other revenue-producing missions. “Most lenders look at high-time aircraft that aren’t on an engine program and stop the conversation there,” Keith Duggan, CEO of First National Capital, said. “We did the opposite. We...

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2026 Best Companies in Equipment Finance SECTOR OUTLOOK INDUSTRIALBack To The Issue Home Page >>The industrial and manufacturing sector enters 2026 with cautious optimism as production activity stabilizes and long-term investment themes continue to reshape demand for equipment. While near-term conditions remain uneven across subsectors, manufacturers are increasingly focused on modernization, efficiency and resilience, supporting steady opportunity for equipment finance providers.After...

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