Welcome to our dedicated page for Allegiant Travel Co news (Ticker: ALGT), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Allegiant Travel Co stock.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) generates a steady flow of news as a leisure-focused airline and integrated travel company based in Las Vegas, Nevada. This news page aggregates press releases and media coverage related to Allegiant’s scheduled passenger air transportation business, financial performance, network expansion, and strategic initiatives, giving readers a central place to review the latest developments affecting ALGT stock and the company’s operations.
Allegiant’s news often highlights its role in connecting small and mid-sized cities to world-class vacation destinations with all-nonstop flights and low average fares. Regular traffic updates provide monthly and quarterly statistics on passengers, revenue passenger miles, available seat miles, load factor, and departures for both scheduled service and total system flying, including fixed-fee contract operations. Earnings releases detail consolidated and airline-only results, non-GAAP measures such as adjusted operating margin and adjusted earnings per share, capital expenditures, liquidity, and debt management actions.
Readers can also expect news about Allegiant’s network and product offerings. The company frequently announces new nonstop routes and entry into new markets, such as its 2025 announcement of 30 new routes connecting 35 cities, including La Crosse, Philadelphia, Trenton, and Columbia. Other stories cover customer-experience initiatives like the launch of Altus Sol, a custom-crafted wine designed for consumption at cruising altitude, and promotional campaigns including Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday sales and Allways Rewards bonus point offers.
Corporate and strategic updates are another key news category. Allegiant issues releases and files Form 8-Ks on leadership changes, such as the designation of a new President and promotions within its finance and integration teams. It also reports on financing arrangements, including amendments to revolving credit facilities and aircraft loan borrowings, as well as corporate transactions like the sale of Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor and the definitive merger agreement to acquire Sun Country Airlines. Investors and followers of ALGT can use this page to review these updates in one place and revisit prior announcements for context.
On November 17, 2020, Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) announced the introduction of 15 new nonstop routes, including connections to Orange County, California and Spokane, Washington. To celebrate, one-way fares start at $39. The routes will enhance Allegiant's network, offering more convenient travel options for customers. Notably, new flights from Las Vegas include destinations such as Asheville and Newark. The company promotes affordability with fares lower than average domestic roundtrip tickets, with service commencing in February and March 2021.
AE Industrial Partners has finalized a sale and leaseback deal with Allegiant Air involving four Airbus A319 aircraft, marking the first aircraft leasing transaction from its Aerospace Opportunities Fund. The transaction aims to enhance Allegiant's operational flexibility in a challenging aviation environment. AEI's senior director expressed optimism about Allegiant's business model, anticipating a strong recovery in 2021 as travel demand increases. Specific transaction terms were not disclosed, but both companies anticipate ongoing collaboration.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) reported preliminary passenger traffic results for October 2020, indicating continued challenges due to the pandemic. The airline served 773,275 passengers, reflecting a 30.1% decrease from October 2019's 1,106,576. Revenue passenger miles fell 29.0% to 671,025, while available seat miles also decreased by 6.4%. The load factor dropped significantly, down to 63.1% from 83.1% a year earlier, representing a 20.0 percentage points decline. Departures were down 9.5%, and the average fuel cost was estimated at $1.29 per gallon.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) reported a 54% decline in total operating revenue for Q3 2020, totaling $201 million, down from $436.5 million in Q3 2019. The net loss reached $29.1 million, resulting in a loss per share of $1.82. Despite challenges, the company saw a reduction in operating expenses by 35.8% and recorded positive cash flows in September. Going forward, Allegiant aims to maintain a cash balance of $850 million, implementing rigorous cash management strategies. The airline aims for better performance, buoyed by improved consumer confidence in air travel.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) has announced its third-quarter 2020 financial results conference call scheduled for October 28, 2020, at 4:30 p.m. EDT. Investors can access the live broadcast via the company's Investor Relations website, where the webcast will also be archived. Allegiant is recognized for connecting small-to-medium cities to major vacation destinations with non-stop flights and low fares, leveraging an all-Airbus fleet. More details can be found at allegiantair.com.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) reported its preliminary passenger traffic results for September 2020 and the third quarter. The average daily cash burn was approximately $1.3 million, with gross bookings exceeding $2 million per day. The company paid about $15 million to Sixth Street Partners related to a loan agreement, impacting cash burn. Liquidity increased to over $850 million. However, third-quarter passenger numbers fell by 46.6% compared to 2019, with a load factor of 49.7%.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) has closed a private offering of $150 million in 8.500% Senior Secured Notes due 2024. The Notes are backed by security interests in nearly all assets except aircraft and certain other assets. With this issuance, Allegiant's total secured debt rises to approximately $693 million, alongside a Term Loan of $543 million, both bearing an average interest rate of about 4.5%. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes. This offering was made under Rule 144A and Regulation S, catering to institutional and non-U.S. buyers.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) announced a private offering of $150 million in 8.5% Senior Secured Notes due 2024, expected to be issued on October 7, 2020. The Notes will be guaranteed by the Company's subsidiaries, excluding minor ones, and secured by most of the Company's assets, excluding aircraft. This brings Allegiant's total secured debt to approximately $693 million at a 4.5% average interest rate. The proceeds will fund general corporate purposes. Allegiant opted not to pursue a $276 million loan under the CARES Act.
Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) announces its annual in-flight fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, donating a portion of proceeds from pink refreshments sold in October to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Over seven years, Allegiant has contributed over $100,000 to NBCF. Passengers can purchase pink lemonade for $5 and rosé wine for $10, while crew members will wear pink attire. NBCF supports communities by funding programs for early detection and treatment. October is significant for Allegiant's crew, many of whom have personal connections to breast cancer.
Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) and its employee unions commend the introduction of the Air Carrier Worker Support Extension Act in Congress, aimed at extending the Payroll Support Program through March 2021. This legislation is crucial for maintaining aviation jobs amidst pandemic challenges. Allegiant's CEO, Maurice J. Gallagher, Jr., emphasized the act's importance to the economy and the livelihoods of 4,500 Allegiant workers. Union representatives also urged Congress to act swiftly to support airline workers before the October 1 deadline.
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