Mente Group earns over $1B from aircraft transactions in 2025

Mente Group states that it has strong momentum heading into the second quarter of 2026, following a record-breaking 2025. The group earned more than $1 billion in aircraft transactions, along with its highest annual transaction volume and greatest number of deals. These milestones were driven by increased demand for business aviation, shifting strategies and interest in new and pre-owned aircraft. It should reinforce the firm's trajectory in 2026. Mente Group reports strong sales activity in 2026, with aircraft transactions and advisory engagements across multiple categories. It claims this performance reflects the continued demand for the firm's services, which include aircraft transactions, asset advisory, consulting, appraisals and valuations for corporations, high-net-worth individuals and aviation stakeholders worldwide. "2025 was Mente Group's strongest year yet, both in total transaction value and number of deals closed," said Brian Proctor, Mente Group president and CEO. "These results underscore the confidence our clients place in us to guide critical aviation investment decisions. We're grateful to our clients, partners, and team for their roles in this success." RELATED STORIES: Boeing releases first quarter results for 2026 Jetfly Group announces rebranding at AERO Friedrichshafen Airbus delivers first of 30 A321XLRs to Air Canada It has made multiple additions to its leadership team in 2026. Steve Main has joined as Chief Revenue Officer, and Kyle Bonda has been named Senior Managing Director. Jay Bushouse has been promoted to Senior Managing Director, Brent Hanson to Managing Director, and Rich Ropp has also been appointed Managing Director.