Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) completes Sun Country buy, plans $140M synergies
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Allegiant Travel Company has closed its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines, creating a larger leisure-focused U.S. airline. Each Sun Country share was converted into $4.10 in cash plus 0.1557 shares of Allegiant common stock. Sun Country became a wholly owned subsidiary through a two-step merger structure.
The combined company will operate a fleet of 195 aircraft serving nearly 175 cities, with about 22 million annual customers and more than 650 routes. Allegiant expects about $140 million in annual synergies within three years and projects the deal will be accretive to earnings per share in the first full year after closing. Allegiant’s board expanded from eight to eleven directors, adding three Sun Country designees, and Jude Bricker will provide integration-focused advisory services under a monthly fee arrangement.
Positive
- Transformative scale and network: The combination creates a leisure-focused airline with 195 aircraft, nearly 175 cities, over 650 routes, and about 22 million annual customers, materially expanding Allegiant’s reach.
- Quantified synergy and EPS accretion targets: Allegiant expects approximately $140 million in annual synergies within three years and projects the deal will be accretive to earnings per share in the first full year post-closing.
- Enhanced diversification: Sun Country’s Amazon cargo operations and charter contracts for casinos, sports teams, and the Department of Defense broaden Allegiant’s revenue streams beyond scheduled passenger service.
Negative
- Dilution from stock component: The consideration includes Allegiant share issuance, and the company flags dilution from issuing additional common stock as a risk factor.
- Integration and execution risk: Allegiant discloses that realizing expected cost savings, synergies, and timely integration of Sun Country’s operations may be more difficult, costly, or delayed than anticipated.
Insights
Allegiant’s Sun Country acquisition is strategically significant with sizable, quantified synergy targets.
Allegiant has completed its purchase of Sun Country, combining two leisure-focused carriers into a 195-aircraft platform serving nearly 175 cities and about 22 million annual customers. The structure mixes cash and Allegiant stock, integrating Sun Country as a wholly owned subsidiary.
The company targets approximately $140 million in annual synergies within three years, citing expanded network choice, scale efficiencies, fleet optimization, and procurement benefits. Management also expects the transaction to be accretive to earnings per share in the first full year post-closing, while maintaining balance sheet flexibility.
Forward-looking language highlights integration and execution risks, including realizing synergies, managing overlapping corporate roles, and merging operations under a single operating certificate. Future updates in periodic reports covering the first full year after closing will show how actual margins, utilization, and revenue mix track against these stated synergy and accretion expectations.
8-K Event Classification
5 items: 2.01, 5.02, 5.03, 7.01, 9.01
5 items
Item 2.01
Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets
Financial
The company completed a significant acquisition or sale of business assets.
Item 5.02
Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Item 5.03
Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year
Governance
The company amended its charter documents, bylaws, or changed its fiscal year.
Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Per-share cash consideration: $4.10 per share
Stock exchange ratio: 0.1557 shares
Target annual synergies: $140 million
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8 metrics
Per-share cash consideration
$4.10 per share
Cash paid for each Sun Country common share at closing
Stock exchange ratio
0.1557 shares
Allegiant shares issued per Sun Country share in the merger
Target annual synergies
$140 million
Expected annual synergies within three years after closing
Advisory fee
$26,250 per month
Monthly fee to Jude Bricker under the Advisory Services Agreement
Fleet size at closing
195 aircraft
Combined Allegiant and Sun Country fleet at transaction closing
Network scale
Nearly 175 cities
Cities served by the combined company’s network
Customer volume
22 million customers
Approximate annual customers served by the combined airline
Fleet growth options
30 orders, 80 options
Aircraft on order plus additional options for future growth
Key Terms
Agreement and Plan of Merger, First Effective Time, Advisory Services Agreement, single operating certificate, +2 more
6 terms
Agreement and Plan of Merger regulatory
"pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”), dated January 11, 2026"
An Agreement and Plan of Merger is a formal document where two companies agree to combine into one, outlining how the process will happen. It’s like a step-by-step plan for merging, and it matters because it shows both sides have agreed on the details before the official transition takes place.
First Effective Time regulatory
"at the First Effective Time, each issued and outstanding share (“Share”) of common stock"
Advisory Services Agreement financial
"Allegiant entered into an Advisory Services Agreement with Jude Bricker (the “Advisory Services Agreement”)"
single operating certificate technical
"obtaining a single operating certificate for Allegiant Air, LLC and Sun Country"
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This communication contains forward-looking statements under the safe harbor provisions"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
synergies financial
"Allegiant expects to realize approximately $140 million in annual synergies within three years"
Synergies are the extra benefits—such as lower costs, higher sales, or improved efficiency—that result when two businesses combine or when different parts of a company cooperate. Investors watch synergies because they can boost future profits and cash flow, supporting a higher valuation, but they depend on effective integration and are often estimated rather than guaranteed; imagine two households merging to share rent and eliminate duplicate expenses.
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
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Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 13, 2026
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Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets.
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Merger Agreement Closing
On May 13, 2026 (the “Closing Date”), Allegiant Travel
Company, a Nevada corporation (“Allegiant”), completed the previously announced acquisition of Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Sun Country”), pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger
Agreement”), dated January 11, 2026, by and among Allegiant, Sun Country, Mirage Merger Sub, Inc., a Delaware corporation and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Allegiant (“Merger Sub 1”), and Sawdust Merger Sub, LLC, a Nevada
limited liability company and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Allegiant (“Merger Sub 2”), providing for the merger of Merger Sub 1 with and into Sun Country (the “First Merger”), with Sun Country surviving the First Merger as a
direct wholly owned subsidiary of Allegiant, and immediately following the effective time of the First Merger (the “First Effective Time”), the merger of Sun Country with and into Merger Sub 2 (the “Second Merger” and, together with
the First Merger, the “Mergers”), with Merger Sub 2 surviving the Second Merger as a direct, wholly owned subsidiary of Allegiant. As a result of the Mergers, Sun Country became a wholly owned
subsidiary of Allegiant on the Closing Date. Capitalized terms used herein but not otherwise defined have the meanings set forth in the Merger Agreement.
As previously disclosed, pursuant to the Merger Agreement and by
virtue of the First Merger, at the First Effective Time, each issued and outstanding share (“Share”) of common stock, par value $0.01 per share
of Sun Country (“Sun Country Common Stock”), was converted into the right to receive (i) $4.10 in cash, without interest (the “Per Share Cash Consideration”) and (ii) 0.1557 (the “Merger Exchange Ratio”) shares of Allegiant
common stock (“Allegiant Common Stock”), par value $0.001 per share (the “Per Share Stock Consideration” and, together with the Per Share Cash Consideration, the “Merger Consideration”).
Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, effective as of immediately prior to the First Effective Time, by virtue of the Mergers:
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All outstanding stock options to purchase shares of Sun Country Common Stock granted pursuant to any Company Equity Award Plan, whether vested or unvested and regardless of
exercise price, were automatically converted into stock options for Allegiant immediately before the First Effective Time, with no action required by the holder (the “Converted Options”
and each a “Converted Option”). Each Converted Option covers a proportionately adjusted number of shares of Allegiant Common Stock and has a proportionately adjusted exercise
price, in each case as determined in accordance with Section 2.5 of the Merger Agreement. The Converted Options continue to be governed by the same vesting schedules and terms, including any double‑trigger vesting protections;
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Each outstanding Company RSU Award was assumed by Allegiant and converted into a Parent RSU Award covering a number of shares of Allegiant Common Stock as determined in
accordance with Section 2.5 of the Merger Agreement. The Parent RSU Awards continue to have the same terms and conditions as the Company RSU Awards, including any double‑trigger vesting protections;
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Each outstanding Company PRSU Award was assumed by Allegiant and converted into a Parent PRSU Award covering a number of shares of Allegiant Common Stock as determined in
accordance with Section 2.5 of the Merger Agreement, with the underlying number of shares deemed to equal 125% of the target number of shares subject to the Company PRSU Award. The Parent PRSU Awards continue to have the same terms and
conditions as the Company PRSU Awards, including any double‑trigger vesting protections, provided that there will no longer be any performance-based vesting conditions, and the Parent PRSU Award is a time-vesting award eligible to vest on
the last day of the performance period applicable to the Company PRSU Award; and
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With respect to non-employee Sun Country board members and former employees/service providers to Sun Country, each Company Equity Award held by such individuals became fully vested (to the extent
not yet vested), cancelled and converted into the right to receive the Merger Consideration.
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The foregoing description of the Merger Agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference
to the full text of the Merger Agreement, which is filed as Exhibit 2.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
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Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
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On the Closing Date, effective as of the effective time of the Second Merger, as approved by resolutions of Allegiant’s board of directors (the “Allegiant Board”) and pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement, the Allegiant Board approved and adopted
an amendment to Allegiant’s bylaws (the “Bylaws Amendment”) to change the number of directors on the Board from eight to eleven, and three directors designated by Sun Country joined the Allegiant Board: (i) Jude Bricker, the President and CEO of Sun Country, and current member of the Sun Country board of directors (the “Sun Country Board”), (ii) Jennifer
Vogel, a current member of the Sun Country Board, and (iii) Thomas Kennedy, a current member of the Sun Country Board. As approved by resolutions of Allegiant’s Board, Ms. Vogel was placed on the Compensation Committee of the Board, and
Mr. Kennedy was placed on the Audit Committee of the Board. Other than with respect to Mr. Bricker’s fee arrangement pursuant to the Advisory Services Agreement (as defined below), Mr. Bricker, Ms. Vogel and Mr. Kennedy will receive compensation
for service as a non-employee director consistent with the compensation arrangements applicable to Allegiant’s other non-employee directors.
Mr. Bricker, age 52, has served as President and CEO of Sun Country since 2017 and has been a Sun Country director since 2018. A seasoned aviation
executive with two decades of industry experience, he previously served as Allegiant’s Chief Operating Officer and held multiple leadership roles at Allegiant from 2006–2017, overseeing key commercial, operational, and financial functions. Earlier,
he was a finance manager at American Airlines. He also served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps from 1996 to 2002. Mr. Bricker holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the University of
Texas, and he is an independent director of SAS Airlines.
Ms. Vogel, age 64, has served as Chair of the Sun Country Board since March 2023 and has been a director since 2022. She is a former senior airline
legal and compliance executive, having served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary, and Chief Compliance Officer of Continental Airlines (retired 2010). Ms. Vogel currently serves on the boards of AAR Corp. and the Telluride
Regional Airport Authority and previously served on the board of Virgin America. She holds a BBA from the University of Iowa and a JD from the University of Texas.
Mr. Kennedy, age 60, has served on the Sun Country Board since 2021. He is President and CEO, North America at SIXT Rental Car since January 2025
and previously served as its President and CFO from 2020. Mr. Kennedy is a former public-company CFO, including as CFO of Hertz Global Holdings, with earlier senior finance leadership roles at Hilton Worldwide and Northwest Airlines. He holds a BA
in Economics from Tulane University and an MBA from Harvard University.
As previously disclosed, on April 8, 2026, Allegiant entered into an Advisory Services Agreement with Jude Bricker (the “Advisory Services Agreement”), which will become effective the day after the consummation of the Mergers. Under the Advisory Services Agreement, Mr. Bricker will serve as an independent
contractor and provide advisory services relating to the integration of Sun Country into Allegiant, obtaining a single operating certificate for Allegiant Air, LLC and Sun Country, retention of charter and cargo customers and Sun Country business,
continuity of Sun Country business relationships and consultation regarding the airline industry and the businesses of Allegiant and Sun Country. Mr. Bricker will be paid $26,250 per month during the term of the Advisory Services Agreement and will
also be reimbursed for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses in accordance with Allegiant’s expense reimbursement procedures. This fee is separate from any compensation payable to him for service on the Allegiant Board. The Advisory Services Agreement
continues until the earliest of Allegiant obtaining a single operating certificate for Sun Country, Mr. Bricker no longer serving on the Allegiant Board, or 15 days after Allegiant gives notice of termination, except that if any of those events
occurs within the first 12 months after the effective date, the Advisory Services Agreement will remain in place until the first anniversary unless the parties agree otherwise. Mr. Bricker will not be eligible for employee benefits under the
arrangement.
The foregoing description of the Advisory Services Agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety
by reference to the full text of the Advisory Services Agreement, which is filed as Exhibit 10.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
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Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year.
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The descriptions contained under Items 2.01 and 5.02 of this Current Report on Form 8-K are incorporated by reference into this Item 5.03.
The foregoing description of the Bylaws Amendment does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference
to the full text of the Bylaws Amendment, which is filed as Exhibit 3.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
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Regulation FD Disclosure.
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On the Closing Date, Allegiant issued a press release announcing the completion of the Mergers. A copy of Allegiant’s press release is furnished as
Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated by reference in this Item 7.01. The information in this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, is furnished pursuant to Item 7.01 of Form
8-K and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liability of such section, nor shall such exhibit be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of
1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act.
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Financial Statements and Exhibits.
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Allegiant previously included or incorporated by reference in its Registration Statement on Form S-4 (File No. 333-294712) filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Commission (the “SEC”) on March 27, 2026 and subsequently declared effective by the SEC on March 31, 2026 (the “Form S-4”) the
financial statements required under Item 9.01(a) in connection with the Mergers, which are incorporated herein by reference.
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Allegiant previously included or incorporated by reference in the Form S-4 the unaudited pro forma financial information required under Item 9.01(b) in connection
with the Mergers, which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of January 11, 2026, by and among
Allegiant Travel Company, Mirage Merger Sub, Inc., Sawdust Merger Sub, LLC and Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to Allegiant’s Current Report on Form 8-K
filed on January 12, 2026)*
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Amendment to the By-Laws of Allegiant Travel Company, effective as of May 13, 2026
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Advisory Services Agreement, dated as of April 8, 2026, by and between Jude Bricker and Allegiant Travel Company
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Consent of KPMG LLP, independent registered public accounting firm of Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc.
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Press Release, dated May 13, 2026
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Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
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The schedules and exhibits have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(a)(5) of Regulation S-K. A copy of any omitted schedule or exhibit will be
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on
its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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Allegiant Completes Acquisition of Sun Country Airlines, Creating the Leading Leisure-Focused U.S. Airline
Combination expands network, enhances scale, and strengthens diversified operations
LAS VEGAS. May 13, 2026 – Allegiant
Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announced it has successfully completed its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNCY), bringing together two complementary carriers focused on affordable leisure travel. The transaction closed following satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including receipt of required
regulatory approvals and approval by the shareholders of each of Allegiant and Sun Country.
The combination strengthens Allegiant’s position as a leading U.S. leisure airline by expanding its network, increasing scale, and
enhancing its diversified operating model.
“Today marks a defining moment in Allegiant’s history as we officially join forces with Sun Country to create the leading leisure-focused
airline in the United States,” said Allegiant CEO Gregory C. Anderson. “With a combined fleet of 195 aircraft serving nearly 175 cities, we are expanding access to affordable, reliable, and convenient travel for the communities that have long been
the foundation of our business, while offering customers broader reach and more destinations. By bringing together two strong airlines with similar business models, we are creating a more differentiated and durable airline – one well positioned to
deliver lasting value for our customers, team members, and shareholders. I want to recognize Team Allegiant and Team Sun Country, whose dedication and hard work made this day possible.”
Customers can continue to book travel through existing channels, and there are no changes to current reservations, flight schedules, or
travel plans. Both airlines will continue to operate as separate carriers in the near term, maintaining their respective brands. Allegiant Allways Rewards and Sun Country Rewards will remain separate in the near term, and members’ points, benefits,
and account status will retain their current value. Customers should continue to manage reservations, check in, and access customer service through the airline with which they booked travel. Over time, Allegiant expects to introduce additional
benefits that make it easier for customers to access the combined network.
The combined company is committed to a thoughtful and disciplined integration process focused on maintaining safe, reliable operations and
delivering a consistent customer experience. There are no immediate changes to frontline roles, and operational employees will continue in their current positions. The company will work closely with labor representatives throughout the integration
process, and all existing collective bargaining agreements will remain in place. At the corporate level, some roles may overlap as functions are integrated. Any potential changes will be evaluated carefully, with a focus on fairness, respect, and
clear communication.
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Allegiant values Sun Country’s deep roots in Minnesota and expects Minneapolis-St. Paul to remain an important operating center for the
combined company. The combined company is committed to maintaining strong relationships with the communities, airports, customers, and partners served by both airlines, while continuing to support the leisure-focused markets that have been central
to each company’s success.
Together, Allegiant and Sun Country will serve approximately 22 million annual customers across nearly 175 cities, with more than 650
routes and a combined fleet of 195 aircraft.
The combination brings together complementary strengths, including:
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Expanded access to leisure destinations across the U.S. and select international markets
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A diversified model supported by scheduled service, charter, and cargo operations
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Increased scale to support long-term growth and operational resilience
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Financially, the combination of Allegiant and Sun Country brings together two profitable airlines with complementary networks, diversified
revenue streams and strong balance sheets, creating a platform with meaningful long-term value creation potential. Allegiant expects to realize approximately $140 million in annual synergies within three years following closing and integration,
driven by expanded customer choice across the combined network, scale efficiencies, fleet optimization, and procurement benefits. The transaction is expected to be accretive to earnings per share in the first full year post-closing, while
maintaining balance sheet flexibility.
Sun Country’s cargo operations for Amazon Prime Air and charter contracts with casinos, Major League Soccer, collegiate sports teams, and
the Department of Defense, complement Allegiant’s existing charter business and further diversify the combined company’s revenue base. With 195 aircraft at closing, 30 aircraft on order and an additional 80 options, the combined company will have
greater flexibility to optimize aircraft deployment, improve utilization, and support long-term growth through economic cycles.
Greg Anderson will serve as Chief Executive Officer of the combined company, and Robert Neal will serve as President and Chief Financial
Officer. Jude Bricker, Jennifer Vogel and Thomas C. Kennedy were appointed as members of Allegiant’s Board of Directors.
In connection with the closing, Sun Country common stock has ceased trading on the NASDAQ, and Allegiant Travel Company will continue to
trade on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol “ALGT.”
Allegiant – Together We FlyTM
Las Vegas-based Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) is an integrated travel company with an airline at its heart, focused on connecting customers with the people, places,
and experiences that matter most. Since 1999, Allegiant Air has linked travelers in small-to-medium cities to world-class vacation destinations with all-nonstop flights and industry-low average fares. Today, Allegiant's fleet serves communities
across the nation, with base airfares less than half the cost of the average domestic roundtrip ticket. For more information, visit us at Allegiant.com. Media information,
including photos, is available at http://gofly.us/iiFa303wrtF
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Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This communication contains forward-looking statements under the safe harbor provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Section 27A of
the Securities Act of 1933 and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical facts and often can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as the
words “believe,” “expect,” “guidance,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “estimate”, “project”, “hope” or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements in this communication are based on Allegiant’s current expectations, estimates and projections
about the benefits of its acquisition of Sun Country, its businesses and industries, management’s beliefs and certain assumptions made by Allegiant, all of which are subject to change. Forward-looking statements in this communication may relate to,
without limitation, the benefits of the transaction, including future financial and operating results; Allegiant’s plans, objectives, expectations and intentions; expected synergies of the transaction; the timing and result of various regulatory
proceedings related to the transaction that may occur after the closing; the ability to execute and finance current and long-term business, operational, capital expenditures and growth plans and strategies; the impact of increased or increasing
transaction and financing costs associated with the transaction or otherwise, as well as inflation and interest rates; and the ability to access debt and equity capital markets.
Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any
forward-looking statements. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such statements and, therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any such statements
and caution must be exercised in relying on forward-looking statements. Important risk factors that may cause such a difference include, but are not limited to, the following: the risk that potential legal proceedings may be instituted against
Allegiant and result in significant costs of defense, indemnification or liability; the risk that the combined company will not realize expected benefits, cost savings, accretion, synergies and/or growth from the transaction or that any of the
foregoing may take longer to realize or be more costly to achieve than expected; the risk that the integration of Sun Country’s operations will be materially delayed or will be more costly or difficult than expected or that Allegiant is otherwise
unable to successfully integrate Sun Country’s businesses into its businesses; the dilution caused by Allegiant’s issuance of additional shares of its common stock in connection with the consummation of the transaction; the possibility that the
transaction may be more expensive to complete than anticipated, including as a result of unexpected factors or events; reputational risk and potential adverse reactions of Allegiant’s or Sun Country’s customers, suppliers, employees, labor unions
or other business partners, including those resulting from the completion of the transaction; a material adverse change in Allegiant’s business, condition or results of operations; changes in domestic or international economic, political or
business conditions, including those impacting the airline industry (including customers, employees and supply chains); Allegiant’s ability to successfully implement its operational, productivity and strategic initiatives; the outcome of claims,
litigation, governmental proceedings and investigations involving Allegiant or Sun Country; and a cybersecurity incident or other disruption to Allegiant’s technology infrastructure.
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Forward-looking statements in this communication are qualified by and should be read together with, the risk factors set forth above and the risk factors
included in Allegiant’s and Sun Country’s respective annual and quarterly reports as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), as well as the risk factors included in Allegiant’s registration statement on Form S-4 (Registration
No. 333-294712), as filed with the SEC on March 27, 2026 (https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1362468/000114036126011799/ny20065073x3_s4.htm)
(the “Registration Statement”), and readers should refer to such risks, uncertainties and risk factors in evaluating such forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements in this communication are made only as of the date they were first issued, and unless otherwise required by applicable securities
laws, Allegiant disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
FAQ
What did Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT) acquire in this 8-K announcement?
Allegiant Travel Company completed its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc., making Sun Country a wholly owned subsidiary. The deal combines two leisure-focused airlines to expand Allegiant’s network, fleet, and customer base while diversifying revenue sources.
How large is the combined Allegiant and Sun Country airline operation?
The combined company will operate a fleet of 195 aircraft, serving nearly 175 cities and more than 650 routes. Together, Allegiant and Sun Country expect to serve approximately 22 million annual customers across their expanded leisure-focused network.
What financial benefits does Allegiant (ALGT) expect from the Sun Country acquisition?
Allegiant expects approximately $140 million in annual synergies within three years after closing, driven by network expansion, scale efficiencies, fleet optimization, and procurement. The company also expects the transaction to be accretive to earnings per share in the first full year.
Will there be immediate changes for Allegiant and Sun Country customers after the merger?
In the near term, Allegiant and Sun Country will continue operating as separate airlines with their own brands, booking channels, and loyalty programs. Existing reservations, schedules, and rewards points remain unchanged while the company pursues a careful, phased integration process.
How is Allegiant (ALGT) managing integration and leadership after the Sun Country deal?
Allegiant expanded its board from eight to eleven members and added three Sun Country-designated directors. Jude Bricker will provide integration advisory services under a monthly fee agreement, while Greg Anderson serves as CEO and Robert Neal as President and CFO.