Aircastle confirmed on March 3, 2025, the passing of chief information officer Bill Duenges after a protracted illness.
“We’re tremendously saddened at Bill’s passing and our hearts, prayers and support go out to his family during this difficult time,” said Aircastle CEO Mike Inglese. "Bill was with us from Aircastle’s earliest days, and he was instrumental in building the IT infrastructure that supported our growth over nearly twenty years. Bill’s warmth, friendship, and outstanding professional contributions to Aircastle will never be forgotten."
Duenges joined Aircastle in 2005 as senior technology manager and was promoted to various positions before appointed chief information officer in 2020.