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Willis Lease Finance ( (WLFC) ) has provided an announcement.
On February 9, 2026, Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced an industry‑first program developed with CFM International to extend the operational life of CFM56‑5B and CFM56‑7B engines, key powerplants for many single‑aisle commercial aircraft. The initiative allows WLFC to keep these engines in service longer by restoring core components instead of fully disassembling the engines, with an initial group of engines already inducted and plans to expand participation over time.
As the first commercial aircraft engine lessor to partner with the original equipment manufacturer on this type of program for CFM56‑5B and CFM56‑7B models, WLFC aims to offer customers high‑quality, cost‑effective shop visits performed both in its own facilities and selected external shops. Access to OEM material through the agreement is expected to reinforce CFM56 reliability and time on wing for WLFC’s customer base, strengthening the company’s position in engine lifecycle management and potentially enhancing asset utilization and maintenance economics for stakeholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (WLFC) stock is a Buy with a $196.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Willis Lease Finance stock, see the WLFC Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on WLFC Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, WLFC is a Outperform.
WLFC scores well on strong profitability and recent operating momentum, supported by a favorable P/E and clear uptrend in the stock. The main constraints on the score are high leverage, negative free cash flow, and overbought technical readings that raise near-term risk.
To see Spark’s full report on WLFC stock, click here.
More about Willis Lease Finance
Willis Lease Finance Corporation is a leading lessor of large and regional spare commercial aircraft engines and aircraft, serving airlines, engine manufacturers and maintenance, repair and overhaul providers worldwide. The company integrates leasing with engine and aircraft trading, lease pools, asset management and end‑of‑life solutions, and also offers maintenance, disassembly, storage, FBO and ground handling services through several specialized subsidiaries.
Its service network includes Willis Engine Repair Center, Willis Aviation Services Limited and Jet Centre by Willis, providing Part 145 engine maintenance, aircraft line and base maintenance, aircraft disassembly, parking and storage, as well as airport FBO and cargo handling, positioning WLFC as a diversified aviation services platform supporting the full lifecycle of engine and aircraft assets.
Average Trading Volume: 53,438
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: $1.36B
Learn more about WLFC stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.