SkyWorks Appoints Michael Lypka as Managing Director

Firm Continues to Grow and Diversify Aviation Advisory and Asset Management Services

SkyWorks Holdings, LLC ("SkyWorks"), a leading aviation advisory and asset management firm, announced today the appointment of Michael Lypka as Managing Director. The appointment is part of the firm’s ongoing efforts to expand its global reach and diversify its specialized aviation advisory and asset management services.

"We are thrilled to have Michael join the team. He brings a wealth of experience, especially in helping airline clients to achieve attractive lease and debt financings and navigate other complex transactions. Michael will be of great benefit to SkyWorks and our global airline and investor client base," said Matthew Landess, SkyWorks Chief Executive Officer.

Lypka, who will be based in the firm’s Greenwich, Connecticut office, has more than three decades of wide-ranging experience in the financial services industry. Lypka joins SkyWorks from Seabury Securities, where he held the position of Managing Director. Prior to that, he was a partner at Babcock & Brown.

"I am very excited to be joining SkyWorks, which has earned its reputation in the aviation industry as a trusted advisor with deep industry knowledge and unparalleled service to clients," commented Lypka.

Lypka earned his Master of Business Administration from the Tuck School of Business and a Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University.