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Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. reports news under the Volaris name as an ultra-low-cost carrier serving Mexico, the United States, Central America and South America. Coverage centers on point-to-point airline operations, low base fares, ancillary revenue, domestic and international traffic, and the company’s NYSE-listed ADR and BMV-listed shares.
Recurring updates include monthly traffic results using ASM capacity, RPMs, passenger volumes and load factor, as well as quarterly financial results covering revenue per passenger, fuel costs, capacity deployment, fleet productivity and cross-border demand. Company news also includes operational disruptions, shareholder meeting resolutions, bylaw amendments and other governance matters tied to its Mexican public-company structure.
Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) has revised its second-quarter 2021 guidance, indicating notable improvements in sales for both domestic and international markets. Projected capacity is set at 110% to 113% of 2019 levels, with an expected positive cash generation of US$800,000 to US$1,000,000 per day. The company anticipates total operating revenues per available seat mile to rise by 8% to 10% compared to 2019. The EBITDAR margin is projected to be in the low to mid-thirty percent range, reflecting improved operational performance.
Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) reported April 2021 traffic results, showing a recovery in domestic demand with a 17.8% increase in ASMs compared to April 2019. Total capacity reached 107.3% of April 2019 levels, while demand measured by RPMs was at 104.6%. The airline transported 1.9 million passengers, 3.3% higher than in April 2019, with a load factor of 82.4%. However, international capacity declined by 16.7% due to continued COVID-19 restrictions. For Q2 2021, Volaris expects to operate approximately 110% of its 2019 capacity.
On April 30, 2021, Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) announced the filing of its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, with the SEC. Volaris is an ultra-low-cost carrier with operations in Mexico, the U.S., and Central America, expanding its fleet from 4 to 87 aircraft since March 2006. The airline offers low base fares, catering to cost-conscious travelers with 170 routes and up to 410 daily flight segments. For further details or to request hard copies of financial statements, shareholders can contact Investor Relations.
On April 27, 2021, Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) announced the resolutions from its annual shareholders meeting held on April 26, 2021. Key outcomes included the approval of financial statements showing a net loss of MXN$4.29 billion for 2020, allocation of losses to retained earnings, and the decision not to allocate resources for share buybacks in 2021. All board members and key executives were ratified, including CEO Enrique Javier Beltranena Mejicano. The company continues to uphold governance standards, ensuring compliance with Securities Market Law.
Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) reported Q1 2021 financial results, revealing total operating revenues of Ps.6,403 million, down 18.2% year-over-year. Despite a net loss of Ps.733 million, ancillary revenues increased by 10.1%, representing 51.2% of total revenues. Operating expenses grew 8.0%, primarily driven by increased costs per available seat mile (CASM) and peso depreciation. The airline continued to adapt to COVID-19's impact with liquidity preservation efforts and plans for fleet optimization, including the addition of 8 A320NEO aircraft. Cash and cash equivalents stood at Ps.8,718 million.
On April 20, 2021, Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) announced plans to expand its fleet by adding eight A320 NEO aircraft on long-term leases, increasing its total to at least 98 aircraft. The decision leverages favorable leasing market conditions amidst competitor reductions. With the COVID-19 vaccination efforts boosting air travel confidence, five of these new aircraft are set to enter service this summer, primarily enhancing Volaris' position in the Mexican domestic market. This move aligns with the company's sustainability strategy and aims to capitalize on anticipated market opportunities in the latter half of the year.
Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) announced new liquidity preservation measures on April 14, 2021, following its ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The airline aims to secure an additional US$100M in working capital relief, having already achieved US$87M through various agreements. The focus includes optimizing the fleet plan to align with post-pandemic travel demands. The company continues to pursue initiatives to enhance liquidity and reduce fleet costs, although it cautions that future performance may vary significantly based on various factors.
Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) will release its first quarter 2021 earnings on April 22, 2021, after the market closes. The conference call and webcast will take place on April 23, 2021, at 10:00 AM U.S. EDT, hosted by President and CEO Enrique Beltranena and CFO Jaime Pous. Investors can access the webcast via Volaris' Investor Relations website. Since its inception in 2006, Volaris has expanded its operations significantly, now offering over 410 daily flights to 43 cities in Mexico and 25 in the U.S. The company targets budget-conscious travelers with an ultra-low-cost model.
Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) has announced a general ordinary annual shareholders' meeting scheduled for April 26, 2021. This meeting is mandated under Mexican law to address corporate matters including the approval of financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020. The agenda covers the performance of the Board of Directors, allocation of fiscal results, share repurchase resolutions, and appointment of board members. Shareholders must register and request admission cards in advance, adhering to health protocols due to COVID-19.
On April 7, 2021, Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) reported March 2021 traffic results, showcasing a recovery in the domestic Mexican market with a 4.6% increase in Available Seat Miles (ASMs) year-over-year. Domestic Revenue Passenger Miles (RPMs) grew by 7.8%, while total capacity measured by ASMs was 92.8% compared to last year. However, international capacity saw a decline of 35.4%, resulting in total RPMs down by 2.0%. Volaris transported 1.5 million passengers in March, achieving an impressive load factor of 86.9%. The airline expects to operate at approximately 110% of Q2 2019 capacity in the upcoming quarter.