King & Spalding LLP focuses on both international and domestic transactions in the aviation finance sector, representing airlines, unmanned aviation corporations, and financial entities in a variety of matters. The practice is spearheaded by Carolyn Alford in Atlanta and Todd Holeman in New York, with the team adept at handling Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, aquisitional matters, transaction financing, and the leasing of aircraft. Charlotte’s Christopher Buchanan represents a variety of stakeholders in his practice but is renowned for his knowledge of the payroll support program, which has become legislatively significant in recent years. Aside from this, he frequently advises on the acquisition of Part 135 operators and Part 145 MROs. In Washington DC, Stephen Basking has a strong track record in the intellectual property space and the practice is strengthened further by Arthur Steinberg in New York, who predominantly works on restructuring cases. DC-based Brett Seifarth has a broad skillset, contributing to asset back securitizations, the leasing of aircraft equipment, and the drafting of charter agreements.
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Key clients
- Ad Hoc Bondholder group of Spirit Airlines bonds.
- Blackstone Alternative Credit Advisors LP
- Blackstone Credit & Insurance
- Drone Racing League, Inc
- Embraer Executive Aircraft, Inc.
- G2 Secure Staff L.L.C.
- iAero Airways
- Les Enterprises Barrette Ltée
- OCP Credit Asia
- TransMedics Group, Inc.
Work highlights
- Represented TransMedics in its conversion from being an aircraft charter customer to acquiring and operating Part 135 licensed operators.
- Represented iAero Airways, the largest charter airline in the US, along with several of its affiliates including iAero Thrust, iAero’s engine maintenance, repair and overhaul business, and iAero Tech, iAero’s airframe MRO business, through bankruptcy proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida.
- Represented Drone Racing League, Inc. in its $250 million acquisition by Infinite Reality, Inc., a creator of AI-powered immersive experiences and an active player in the esports space.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Carolyn Z. Alford; Todd Holleman
Other key lawyers
Christopher Buchanan; Stephen Basking; Brett Seinfarth; Arthur Steinberg