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FTAI Aviation Ltd. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jul 28, 2020)

Filed July 28, 2020For Securities:FTAIFTAIMFTAIN

Summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (FTAI) announced on July 28, 2020, the closing of a private offering of $400.0 million aggregate principal amount of 9.75% senior unsecured notes due 2027. This offering was upsized from an initial $300.0 million, indicating strong investor demand for the company's debt. The proceeds from this offering are earmarked for specific strategic purposes. A significant portion, $220.0 million, will be used to repay outstanding borrowings under the company's Revolving Credit Facility. The remaining proceeds are intended for general corporate purposes, which may include repurchasing outstanding 6.75% Senior Notes due 2022 and funding future acquisitions and investments, particularly in the aviation sector. This demonstrates FTAI's commitment to deleveraging and pursuing growth opportunities.

Key Highlights

  • 1FTAI Aviation Ltd. closed a $400.0 million private offering of 9.75% senior unsecured notes due 2027.
  • 2The offering was upsized from $300.0 million, suggesting positive investor reception.
  • 3Net proceeds will be used to repay $220.0 million of Revolving Credit Facility borrowings.
  • 4Remaining proceeds may be used for general corporate purposes, including potential repurchase of 6.75% Senior Notes due 2022.
  • 5Future aviation investments and acquisitions are also potential uses for the remaining proceeds.
  • 6The notes are senior unsecured obligations, ranking equally with other senior unsecured debt and senior to subordinated debt.
  • 7The indenture includes covenants that limit the company's ability to incur additional debt, encumber assets, and make restricted payments.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose is to repay $220.0 million of outstanding borrowings under FTAI's Revolving Credit Facility, with the remaining proceeds designated for general corporate purposes, potential repurchase of existing debt, and future investments/acquisitions, particularly in aviation.

These notes bear a 9.75% annual interest rate, payable semi-annually. They are senior unsecured obligations of the company, maturing on August 1, 2027. The indenture imposes certain restrictions on the company and its restricted subsidiaries regarding debt, asset encumbrances, and restricted payments.

This offering effectively refinances a portion of the company's debt. By repaying revolving credit facility borrowings and potentially repurchasing existing notes, FTAI aims to optimize its capital structure. The new notes are unsecured, ranking equally with existing senior unsecured debt.

The covenants restrict FTAI and its restricted subsidiaries from undertaking certain actions, such as incurring additional indebtedness, encumbering assets, and making restricted payments, without meeting specific qualifications outlined in the indenture. This provides some protection to noteholders but also limits the company's financial flexibility.