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KKR is considering a potential $10bn sale or IPO of Atlantic Aviation, the US-based fixed-base operations network it acquired for $4.5bn in 2021, according to sources cited by Bloomberg.<\/b><\/h3>\n

The firm has appointed financial advisers to evaluate strategic options, including a partial sale or public listing.<\/p>\n

Atlantic Aviation operates more than 100 FBOs across the US, providing fueling, maintenance, deicing, hangar leasing, and concierge services for private aircraft. The business is seen as a stable, infrastructure-like asset class that continues to draw interest from global investors, including airport operators, aircraft lessors, and large infrastructure funds.<\/p>\n

Investor appetite for aviation infrastructure remains robust. In 2021, Blackstone and Global Infrastructure Partners jointly acquired Signature Aviation\u2014the world\u2019s largest FBO operator\u2014for $4.7bn. A similar level of interest could be expected for Atlantic, given its national scale and consistent cash flows.<\/p>\n

The process remains in early stages, and KKR may ultimately decide to retain the asset. However, the exploration comes amid an active M&A period for the firm. In April alone, KKR has executed or initiated over $8bn in deals, including its $3bn+ acquisition of OSTTRA and a move to acquire German IT services company Datagroup.<\/p>\n

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