Vmo Aircraft Leasing, a global full-service aircraft lessor, announced the appointment of Ardy Ghanbar as Chief Financial Officer.

Ghanbar joins Vmo from Castelake Aviation, an $8 billion aviation business, where he served as Chief Financial Officer. Prior to that, Ghanbar was Controller for Air Lease Corporation and a key member of its finance team from its start-up through its public offering. He brings a diverse skillset, deep industry ties, and wealth of experience in financial management, business leadership, corporate strategy and organizational buildout.

Sean Sullivan, Vmo Aircraft Leasing’s Chief Executive Officer, said, “Ardy’s impressive background in aircraft leasing with an extensive track record of leading finance, accounting and operations for global organizations will be critical in the next stages of Vmo’s development. Ardy is known to be a ‘hands-on’ organizational leader and will be an excellent collaborator with our senior executive team.”

“I look forward to partnering with our shareholders and this talented global team to further strengthen the company’s financial growth as we continue to expand our market position to become a leader in the aircraft leasing sector,” said Ghanbar.

Vmo Aircraft Leasing was launched in January 2021 by a team of aviation industry veterans and funds managed by Private Equity and Credit Groups of Ares Management Corporation.