FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 25, 2024
Contact: Tracey Cheek
tlc@nafa.aero
405-850-1292
Lasse Rungholm
CEO, LL.M. Master at Law, ATP MEL, MES
O: +45 70 20 00 51
M: +45 20 93 86 33
lr@opmas.dk
NAFA Welcomes New Member: OPMAS
Edgewater, MD – April 25, 2024 — The National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA) is pleased to announce that OPMAS has recently joined its network of aviation professionals. OPMAS is helping international operators choose and apply the correct customs procedures when flying to the European Union (EU).
“NAFA members facilitate the financing of general and business aviation aircraft on a global scale,” said Ed Medici, NAFA President. “We welcome and support OPMAS’ services that play a role in advancing the interests of NAFA members within the aviation industry.”
About OPMAS:
Any aircraft flying into the European Union (EU) must use one of two customs procedures. OPMAS helps international operators choose, apply and document the correct customs procedure when flying to the EU.
OPMAS has worked with aircraft customs handling for over two decades and has imported over 3,500 aircraft since the beginning of the EU Single Market in 1992. OPMAS is highly specialized and has a deep understanding and knowledge of aviation importation and admission issues, offering a unique turnkey solution for maximum flexibility.
OPMAS has learned that long-term local presence and know-how are essential for aircraft importation and admission to avoid unpleasant surprises. Its acquired knowledge and invaluable approach with the authorities ensure a smooth handling process.
Denmark is known to implement EU directives consistently and correctly, bending no rules for local companies. Denmark is the only EU member state known to help with aircraft importation and admission for non-EU operators, where the member state is not considered a tax haven or known for a lax tax policy.
OPMAS’ presence in Denmark and detailed knowledge of the systems mean that any proposed change in legislation can easily be detected and implemented. OPMAS is not a stranger to setting up shop in a foreign jurisdiction and knows that one of its strongest assets is its extensive local knowledge and long experience working with the Danish authorities.
OPMAS is a seasoned partner in any aviation-related legal or financial matter related to importation and admission into the EU. It is recognized by banks, financing corporations, law firms and organizations within the aviation industry as one of the absolute market leaders. OPMAS has an extensive legal, aviation and administrative background. The founder and CEO, Lasse Rungholm, LL.M., is an aviation legal expert and commercial airline pilot (ATPL, EASA, and FAA) with more than 25 years of experience in these fields.
For more information, visit https://www.opmas.dk/.
About NAFA:
The National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA) is a professional association that has been promoting the general welfare of aircraft finance for 50 years. Our network of members is comprised of lenders and product service providers who work together to finance general and business aviation aircraft. NAFA sets the standard for best practices in aviation finance by educating its members on the most up-to-date industry trends and best practices. Government legislation, market influences, and industry insights allow member companies to provide the highest quality services the industry has to offer.