Dragon Aviation Leasing: AerDragon to increase its Share Capital to $268 Million and East Epoch joins as New Shareholder

April 26, 2013 – AerDragon Aviation Partners (“AerDragon”) announced today that East Epoch Limited (“East Epoch”) has become a new shareholder of the Company. East Epoch’s main investor is Mr. Hsu Pu, who was the Chairman of the Board of Hsu Fu Chi International Group, best known for founding the largest confectionary company in China.

The founding members of AerDragon, China Aviation Supplies Holding Company (CAS), AerCap and Credit Agricole cib, had planned to introduce a new shareholder and decided several additional tranches of investment to which they will also participate.

When completed, the additional investments will bring AerDragon’s total share capital to $268 million.

M.Li Hai, CEO of CAS and Chairman of AerDragon said: "The Strategy of the Board of AerDragon and our further investment is justified by this investment from East Epoch which opens the way for further development for the Company”.

Jean-Louis Chevrot, CEO of Dragon said: “The entire team of Dragon is thrilled to welcome such an experienced investor on board to support the development strategy of the Company. This direct investment again evidences AerDragon’s capacity for innovation. The confidence shown by all of its shareholders through their new investments will allow AerDragon to thrive in a challenging environment by expanding its aircraft portfolio.”