AAR earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification™

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AAR (NYSE:AIR) announced it has earned Great Place To Work Certification for 2026, marking its second consecutive year receiving this recognition. The certification is based on employee feedback from AAR's Companywide survey, which showed strong scores in safety, meaningful work, pride in accomplishments, and inclusive culture, with many metrics exceeding Great Place To Work benchmarks.

Market Context

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Analysis

The active S-3ASR shelf, effective through July 22, 2029, adds capital-structure context to this workplace recognition. The platform record also shows low short positioning, while potential future issuance remains a risk to monitor.

Key Figures

Certification tenure: Second consecutive year

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Certification tenure Second consecutive year 2026 Great Place To Work Certification

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jul 21 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jul 21	FY2026 earnings report	Positive	-9.8%	Record sales and adjusted EPS growth accompanied a negative 24-hour price reaction.
Jul 07	Earnings date announcement	Neutral	-2.4%	The company scheduled its fiscal-year results release and conference call.
Jun 01	Conference participation	Neutral	+0.6%	Senior management announced participation in the William Blair Growth Stock Conference.
May 12	Investor day update	Positive	-5.2%	AAR presented strategy and reaffirmed fiscal 2026 guidance at Investor Day.
May 06	Segment realignment	Negative	-0.8%	AAR announced the wind-down of Legacy Commercial Programs over three to four years.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent history showed divergence after two positive updates and one scheduling notice, while the segment realignment aligned with a negative reaction.

Key Terms

aviation aftermarket

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aviation aftermarket technical

"the leading parts, repair, and software platform in the aviation aftermarket"

The aviation aftermarket is the market for parts, repairs, maintenance, overhaul services, upgrades and support for aircraft and their components after the original sale. Like the auto repair and parts industry for cars, it supplies replacement parts, scheduled maintenance and technical services that keep planes flying; investors watch it because it generates ongoing, often predictable revenue tied to aircraft fleets, safety, downtime and lifecycle costs.

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WOOD DALE, Ill., Aug. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), the leading parts, repair, and software platform in the aviation aftermarket, is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work^® for the second consecutive year. The certification is earned through feedback shared by team members in AAR's Companywide Great Place To Work^® engagement survey. This year's results highlighted strengths across safety, meaningful work, pride in the Company's accomplishments, and an inclusive culture, with many measures exceeding Great Place To Work^® benchmarks.

"Earning Great Place To Work Certification is a reflection of our team members and the culture they help create."

Team members rated "AAR is a physically safe place to work" as the most salient attribute in its Great Place To Work® survey for the second consecutive year, reinforcing confidence that AAR delivers on its leading Company value: Quality first. Safety always.

"Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience. By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that AAR stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees," said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work.

"Earning Great Place To Work Certification is a reflection of our team members and the culture they help create every day," said John M. Holmes, AAR's Chairman, President and CEO. "This recognition speaks to the pride our team members take in what we accomplish together, the importance of the work they do, and the respect they show one another every day."

For more information on a career with AAR, visit https://www.aarcorp.com/en/careers/.

About AAR
AAR is a leading global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company with operations in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago area, AAR supports commercial and government customers through three primary operating segments: Parts Supply; Repair, Engineering, and Software; and Government Solutions. Additional information can be found at aarcorp.com.

About Great Place To Work Certification™
Great Place To Work^® Certification™ is the most definitive "employer-of-choice" recognition that companies aspire to achieve. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place To Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place To Work-Certified.

About Great Place To Work^®
As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work^® brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Their proprietary platform and For All™ Model helps companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified™ or receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces™ List. Learn more at greatplacetowork.com and follow Great Place To Work on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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FAQ

What does the 2026 Great Place To Work Certification mean for AAR (NYSE:AIR)?

The 2026 Great Place To Work Certification confirms AAR met benchmark standards for employee experience and workplace culture. According to AAR, survey results highlighted safety, meaningful work, pride in accomplishments, and an inclusive culture, with many measures exceeding Great Place To Work benchmark scores.

How did AAR (AIR) earn its 2026 Great Place To Work Certification?

AAR earned its 2026 Great Place To Work Certification through feedback from its Companywide Great Place To Work engagement survey. According to AAR, team members positively rated safety, meaningful work, pride in company accomplishments, and inclusiveness, with many results surpassing Great Place To Work benchmark measures.

Is this the first time AAR (NYSE:AIR) has been Great Place To Work Certified?

No, 2026 marks the second consecutive year that AAR has been Great Place To Work Certified. According to AAR, the company again met certification standards based on employee survey feedback, reinforcing confidence in its culture and its core value: “Quality first. Safety always.”

What workplace strengths did employees highlight in AAR’s 2026 Great Place To Work survey?

Employees highlighted safety, meaningful work, pride in accomplishments, and an inclusive culture as key strengths. According to AAR, many of these survey measures exceeded Great Place To Work benchmarks, and “AAR is a physically safe place to work” was the most salient attribute for a second year.

How important is workplace safety in AAR’s 2026 Great Place To Work results?

Workplace safety was a leading factor in AAR’s 2026 certification results. According to AAR, team members again rated “AAR is a physically safe place to work” as the most salient attribute, supporting the company’s core value statement: “Quality first. Safety always.”

Where can job seekers learn about careers at AAR (AIR) after its 2026 certification?

Job seekers can learn about careers at AAR by visiting the company’s careers webpage. According to AAR, more information on employment opportunities and its certified workplace culture is available at https://www.aarcorp.com/en/careers/, which is highlighted in the 2026 certification announcement.