Aar Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

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.

AAR's subsidiary, Airinmar, has signed a services agreement with Cebu Pacific, enhancing the airline's aircraft warranty management and value engineering capabilities. The collaboration focuses on maximizing warranty recovery and minimizing repair costs as Cebu expands its fleet of 77 aircraft, with an additional 49 on order. Airinmar's services will complement Cebu Pacific's materials management, ensuring cost-effective management of maintenance expenditures. This partnership is poised to support Cebu's growth and operational efficiency in the competitive aviation market.

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) reported Q1 fiscal 2023 sales of $446 million, down 2% year-over-year from $455 million. GAAP diluted EPS increased to $0.62 from $0.31 in Q1 FY2022. Adjusted diluted EPS rose 17% to $0.61. The commercial sector saw a 10% sales increase, now comprising 66% of total sales, while government sales dropped 19% due to program completions. Gross profit margins improved to 18.4%, attributed to cost reduction efforts. The company also repurchased 0.5 million shares during the quarter, further strengthening shareholder value.