AV AirFinance Limited, a Dublin-based commercial aviation loan servicer, has appointed Jonathan O’Dowd as senior vice president of investments. Based in Singapore, O’Dowd will oversee global credit underwriting and manage strategic airline relationships.
With more than 14 years of experience in aviation and asset finance, O’Dowd brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Prior to joining AV AirFinance, he served as director of aviation risk at Castlelake, where he was responsible for managing risk and driving strategic initiatives. According to AV AirFinance, O’Dowd’s industry knowledge and extensive network have positioned him to source and structure financing solutions, including pre-delivery payment financings, rated structures and finance leases.
With a presence in Ireland, the United States and Singapore, AV AirFinance specializes in arranging financing for commercial aircraft to airlines, lessors, manufacturers, cargo operators and investors, secured by new and used commercial aircraft and engines.
