Willis Lease Finance Corporation has welcomed Colm Barrington to its board of directors, effective immediately. Barrington’s appointment follows the resignation of director Robert Keady.
“Colm’s worldwide reputation as a pioneer in aircraft leasing precedes him,” commented Charles Willis, founder and executive chairman of WLFC. “His profound understanding of the aviation industry, coupled with his extensive experience in senior management and public company board roles across international financial markets like New York, Dublin, London and Helsinki, positions him as an excellent asset in steering our company towards sustained growth and enduring success.”
Barrington added: “The rapid recovery from the Covid years, particularly evident in the strong 2023 financial results, allied to an increasing demand for replacement engines augurs well for growth and success in the future.” He concluded his hopes that his experience can “supplement the broad range of operational and management skills that have made WLFC the premier lessor of engines to the world's airlines.""