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FTAI Aviation Ltd. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Jul 23, 2020)

Filed July 23, 2020For Securities:FTAIFTAIMFTAIN

Summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. announced on July 23, 2020, its intention to launch a private offering of $300.0 million in senior notes due 2027. This move signals a proactive approach to managing its capital structure and liquidity. The company plans to utilize the net proceeds primarily to reduce its outstanding debt under its Revolving Credit Facility, specifically repaying $220.0 million. The remaining funds are earmarked for general corporate purposes, which may include the potential repurchase or redemption of its 6.75% Senior Notes due 2022 and funding future strategic initiatives like acquisitions and aviation investments. This offering is being conducted under Rule 144A to qualified institutional buyers and under Regulation S to persons outside the United States, indicating a focus on sophisticated investors and adherence to specific regulatory frameworks.

Key Highlights

  • 1FTAI Aviation Ltd. is launching a $300.0 million offering of senior notes due 2027.
  • 2The offering is being conducted as a private placement, not a public offering.
  • 3Proceeds will be used to repay $220.0 million of outstanding borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility.
  • 4Remaining proceeds are allocated for general corporate purposes, including potential repurchase of 2022 Senior Notes.
  • 5Funding for future acquisitions and investments, particularly in aviation, is also a planned use of proceeds.
  • 6The offering is subject to market and other conditions.
  • 7Securities offered are not registered under the Securities Act and may not be sold in the US without registration or an applicable exemption.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose is to strengthen the company's balance sheet by repaying $220.0 million of outstanding debt under its Revolving Credit Facility and to provide flexibility for general corporate purposes.

The company states that remaining net proceeds *may* be used for the repurchase or redemption of its outstanding 6.75% Senior Notes due 2022. However, this is not guaranteed and will depend on various factors. There is no assurance that any such repurchases or redemptions will occur.

The notes are being offered to qualified institutional buyers in the United States under Rule 144A and to persons outside the United States under Regulation S. This means the offering is not available to the general public.

The offering is subject to market and other conditions, meaning it may not be consummated. The actual use of proceeds and future plans are based on current beliefs and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, as detailed in the company's SEC filings.