Assessing risk is a part of IBA everyday activity. Providing insight to the technical and commercial risks posed by an operator / lessee is a cornerstone of our services to leasing companies. Operator studies can be provided via a desktop analysis, or for a more in-depth risk report, via an on-site visit and interviews with senior operator personnel.

Having assessed airlines in all parts of the world, from regional and low cost operators to national airlines, our experience shows that each one is different. Each operator faces challenges and opportunities in all areas of its business. Areas covered by IBA typically include the operator history, financial and operational performance, management profiles, fleet planning, distribution methods, marketing plans and technical performance reviews. Having many years of airline management experience and a practical understanding of the issues which concern leasing companies, IBA provides a truly independent and unbiased review of operator risk.