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FTAI Aviation Ltd. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Nov 16, 2023)

Filed November 16, 2023For Securities:FTAIFTAIMFTAIN

Summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (FTAI) announced on November 16, 2023, the pricing of a private offering for $500.0 million in senior notes due 2030. These notes will bear an interest rate of 7.875% and were issued at a slight discount to par. The offering is guaranteed by FTAI Aviation and is intended for qualified institutional buyers and investors outside the U.S. The proceeds from this offering are earmarked for repaying outstanding borrowings under the Company's revolving credit facility and for general corporate purposes, which may include future acquisitions and investments. This move suggests a strategic refinancing and potential expansion of FTAI Aviation's operations, providing the company with extended-term financing and operational flexibility.

Key Highlights

  • 1FTAI Aviation priced a $500.0 million private offering of senior notes due 2030.
  • 2The notes carry a coupon rate of 7.875% per annum.
  • 3The offering was priced at 99.333% of the principal amount.
  • 4Proceeds will be used to repay outstanding borrowings under the company's revolving credit facility.
  • 5Remaining proceeds are allocated for general corporate purposes, including potential acquisitions and investments.
  • 6The notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis by FTAI Aviation.
  • 7The offering targeted qualified institutional buyers and investors outside the U.S.

Frequently Asked Questions

FTAI Aviation priced a private offering of $500.0 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2030. These notes will bear interest at a rate of 7.875% per annum.

The net proceeds from the offering are intended to be used primarily to repay in full outstanding borrowings under FTAI Aviation's revolving credit facility. Additionally, proceeds may be used for general corporate purposes, which could include funding future acquisitions and investments.

The offering is being made by FTAI Aviation's subsidiary, Fortress Transportation and Infrastructure Investors LLC (the "Issuer"), with the notes guaranteed by FTAI Aviation. The notes were offered to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and to persons outside the United States under Regulation S.

This offering allows FTAI Aviation to refinance its debt, potentially extending its maturity profile and securing long-term financing. Repaying the revolving credit facility can improve liquidity and reduce short-term debt obligations, while the allocation for general corporate purposes indicates a strategic outlook for growth and investment opportunities.