Aircraft Leasing

Explore key UK and international aircraft leasing regulations.

Aircraft Leasing

3-day course | Classroom, Virtual & In-company training
  • Gain an insight into legal definitions, regulatory frameworks, operator requirements, and compliance obligations
  • Explore real-world applications and challenges in aviation leasing
Start Date End Date Venue Price (Excl. VAT) Availability Book
07/10/2025 09/10/2025 Online £910.00 More than 5 places Book
What is Aircraft Leasing?

Aircraft leasing is a financial arrangement in which airlines or operators lease aircraft from lessors rather than purchasing them outright. This practice allows airlines to access a fleet with lower upfront costs and greater flexibility, adapting to market demand without the long-term commitment of ownership.

Course Overview

This comprehensive course provides an in-depth understanding of aircraft leasing in the context of UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and International regulations. Designed for aviation professionals, the course covers various types of leases, including dry and wet leases, financial leasing, and charter arrangements. Participants will gain insight into legal definitions, regulatory frameworks, operator requirements, and compliance obligations, all while exploring real-world applications and challenges in aviation leasing.

This course is ideal for flight operation inspectors, aviation professionals, legal experts, compliance officers, and leasing managers who engage with or oversee aircraft leasing operations. It is also suitable for individuals new to the field seeking a solid foundation in aviation leasing regulations.

A selection of key objectives are as follows:

  • Understand the different types of aircraft leasing, including dry, wet, and damp leases.
  • Explore applicable UK and International regulations governing aircraft leasing.
  • Learn operator and authority requirements, with a focus on CAA policies and
    procedures.
  • Grasp key terminology and concepts essential for leasing agreements.
  • Develop practical skills in applying regulations to real-world leasing scenarios.

This training course will include the following topics:

  • Introduction to Aircraft Leasing
  • Types of Aircraft Leases
  • Regulatory Framework
  • Practical Application and Case Studies
  • Technical and Legal Considerations

A basic understanding of aviation operations or finance is recommended to fully benefit from this course.

Meet your Instructor

Ben Bamber

Ben Bamber

Ben Bamber

Part SPA – Specific Approvals including PBN, MNPS, RVSM, LVO (AWOPS), ETOPS
Flight Operations Inspector Theory (Virtual) 

Ben started his aviation career in 1971 via an RAF Flying Scholarship and possessed a Pilot’s Licence before he had a Driving Licence. He went on to serve in the Fleet Air Arm as a pilot, and worked for the Bristow Helicopter Group, the British Midland Airways Group and the British Airways Group in various flying, training and management roles.

Ben joined the UK CAA in 2003 as a Flight Operations Training Inspector and worked as the Lead Inspector with a number of the UK’s major Airlines and AOCs, including Britannia / Thomson Airways where he was responsible for the introduction of the Boeing 787 into Airline Service, and onto the UK Register. In 2016, Ben moved into the UK CAA International Group, where he has worked with such other National Authorities as Kuwait, Mongolia, Cyprus, Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Ireland, Seychelles and others, as well as delivering training for diverse and different bodies, ranging from EASA to the Department of Forests Fire-Fighting Flight Unit.

Ben continues to play a role within the EASA and UK requalification of Full Flight Training Devices on a world-wide basis; and also with the examination of Type Rating Examiners and Instructors, as well as Senior Examiners within the EASA context. He maintains ongoing professional qualifications as a Senior Examiner, Type Rating Examiner and Type Rating Instructor on the Boeing 777/787 as well as continuing as an EASA & National Authority Training Inspector.

Additional Information

Course delivery methods

We offer two different ways to attend this course:

  • Face-to-Face Classroom Course: Embrace the traditional learning method by attending our physical training venue. Benefit from direct interaction with our instructors and fellow participants, creating an immersive and hands-on learning experience. To book a classroom course, please check the booking table at the top of this page and select your preferred training venue location.
  • Instructor-Led Virtual Course: Enjoy the flexibility of attending this training remotely from your home or office with our live virtual course. Engage in interactive learning from anywhere in the world. We usually use WebEx or Zoom for our virtual courses. To attend this course virtually, look for the ‘online’ venue option in the booking table above.

Please note that course durations may vary slightly between our face-to-face and virtual deliveries. Please refer to the start and end date of your chosen course.

Our goal is to offer flexible, effective and convenient course delivery methods that suit your preferences and learning needs. Please choose the option that works best for you!

If you can’t see a classroom or virtual option, we likely haven’t released the next set of dates. Please get in touch to find out when we’ll announce the new dates, and we’ll be sure to keep you informed once they are available or even add you to our waiting list.

In-company delivery

We can also tailor this training course to suit your organisation’s training requirements. These bespoke training packages can be delivered at your organisation’s location – almost anywhere, worldwide. Please Contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.

VAT information

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