10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2024

FTAI Aviation Ltd. Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2024

Filed August 9, 2024For Securities:FTAIFTAIMFTAIN

Summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. reported a net loss of $219.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, a significant decrease compared to a net income of $54.8 million in the prior year period. This was largely driven by a substantial internalization fee of $300 million related to bringing management functions in-house, along with increased cost of sales and interest expenses. Despite the net loss, Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, showed strength, increasing to $213.9 million for the quarter, indicating operational resilience. The company also saw significant growth in its Aerospace Products segment, with revenues up $152.5 million year-over-year, driven by increased sales of engines, modules, and spare parts. The balance sheet reflects total assets of $3.45 billion as of June 30, 2024, up from $2.96 billion at the end of 2023. This increase is largely attributed to substantial growth in leasing equipment and investments. The company also increased its debt significantly, issuing $700 million in senior notes due 2031 and $800 million in senior notes due 2032, to fund operations, acquisitions, and debt extinguishment. Despite the increased debt, the company remains compliant with its debt covenants.

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$443.59M
Cost of Revenue$205.86M
Gross Profit$237.74M
Operating Expenses$606.19M
Interest Expense$55.20M
Net Income-$219.87M
EPS (Basic)$-2.26
EPS (Diluted)$-2.26
Shares Outstanding (Basic)100.96M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)100.96M

Key Highlights

  • 1FTAI Aviation Ltd. reported a net loss of $219.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a net income of $54.8 million in the prior year period. This loss was heavily influenced by a $300 million internalization fee.
  • 2Adjusted EBITDA, a key non-GAAP metric, increased to $213.9 million for the quarter, indicating strong underlying operational performance despite the reported net loss.
  • 3The Aerospace Products segment experienced significant revenue growth, increasing by $152.5 million year-over-year, driven by higher sales of CFM56 and V2500 engines and related components.
  • 4Total assets grew to $3.45 billion as of June 30, 2024, primarily due to increases in leasing equipment and investments.
  • 5The company significantly increased its debt, issuing $700 million in senior notes due 2031 and $800 million in senior notes due 2032, largely to fund corporate purposes and debt management.
  • 6Despite increased debt levels, FTAI Aviation Ltd. confirmed compliance with all debt covenants as of June 30, 2024.
  • 7Lease income increased by $11.2 million for the quarter, supported by a higher number of engines on lease, though partially offset by sales of aircraft and engines.

Frequently Asked Questions

The substantial net loss of $219.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was primarily due to a one-time internalization fee of $300 million related to bringing management functions in-house. Other contributing factors included increased cost of sales and higher interest expenses.

FTAI Aviation Ltd. has significantly increased its debt by issuing $700 million in senior notes due 2031 and $800 million in senior notes due 2032. These issuances were used for general corporate purposes, funding acquisitions, and repaying existing debt. The company states it was in compliance with all debt covenants as of June 30, 2024.

The Aerospace Products segment's revenue increased by $152.5 million year-over-year for the quarter, driven by a ramp-up in operations and increased sales of CFM56-7B, CFM56-5B, and V2500 engines, engine modules, spare parts, and used material inventory.

The internalization, completed on May 28, 2024, means FTAI Aviation Ltd. is now internally managed and no longer pays management fees or incentive distributions to its former external manager. The company incurred a significant fee for this transition but expects future operational cost savings.