THE LEFTOVERS

What happens to lessors, airlines and asset values now that creditors of HNA Group, previously one of China’s most acquisitive conglomerates, seek a bankruptcy restructuring? HNA Group airlines operate a total of more than 500 single-aisle and 100 twin-aisle, a large portion of which are on operating leases. We take a deeper look at Boeing and US airline financials while debating the likelihood of another wave of deferrals.