Aar Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) reported second quarter fiscal year 2023 sales of $470 million, an 8% increase year-over-year. GAAP diluted earnings per share rose to $0.64, compared to $0.58 in Q2 FY2022, and adjusted EPS increased 30% to $0.69. Commercial sales surged 21%, while government sales dipped 12%. Gross profit margins improved to 18.3%. The company repurchased 0.7 million shares for $28.2 million. AAR anticipates ongoing growth driven by increasing demand in the commercial aftermarket and new government contracts.

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) has announced an extension of its distribution relationship with Leach International Corp., enhancing its role as a provider of electromechanical and solid-state switch gears including relays and power distribution units. This contract ensures continuous supply to OEMs and military aftermarket, vital in the current supply chain environment. AAR aims to support Mil-Aero OEMs' electric power distribution needs, reinforcing its commitment to high-quality service and operational stability.

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) has expanded its partnership with Ontic by signing a military customer support distribution contract extension and a new long-term global commercial distribution agreement. The military contract will enhance supply chain solutions for Ontic’s Cheltenham MRO, focusing on F-15, F-16, Hawk, and Sea King aircraft. AAR will also be the exclusive OEM product distributor for Twin Commander and Metro Merlin airframes, improving service levels and product offerings. The partnership aims to ensure quality and availability for military and commercial customers.

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) announced it will release its fiscal Q2 2023 financial results on December 20, 2022, following NYSE market closure. A conference call is scheduled for the same day at 3:45 p.m. Central time to discuss the outcomes, with registration available online. A replay of the call will also be provided for seven days post-event. AAR operates in over 20 countries, offering aviation and defense aftermarket solutions and supports both commercial and government clients.

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) has secured a multi-year flight-hour component support contract with flydubai, enhancing their partnership to include additional aircraft in flydubai’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet. AAR will expand its onsite team in Dubai to facilitate effective support and decision-making. This collaboration, ongoing since 2017, aims to improve operational efficiency as flydubai anticipates delivery of 11 new 737 MAX aircraft by year-end.

AAR has expanded its partnership with Unison Industries to become the exclusive worldwide aftermarket distributor for Unison's aviation, military, and civil land vehicle products. This agreement includes select products such as igniter plugs and ignition leads, enhancing AAR’s global customer service capabilities.

With over a decade-long relationship, this expansion aims to increase product availability and improve customer service through reduced lead times, benefiting operators and MRO facilities worldwide.

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) announced a significant long-term agreement with Unison Industries to enhance the distribution of aviation and aerospace products. This partnership focuses on aftermarket distribution of Unison’s ignitor plugs, ignition leads, harnesses, and related spare parts worldwide. Building on over a decade of collaboration, this agreement aims to improve product availability, reduce lead times, and enhance customer service for operators and MROs. The initiative is expected to boost Unison's global aftermarket business, benefiting both companies.