Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2025, adjusted EBITDA reached $277.2 million, a 10% increase from $252 million in Q4 2024, with aerospace products contributing $195 million and leasing segment $113.2 million [24][25] - For the full year 2025, adjusted EBITDA was $1.2 billion, up 38% from $862 million in 2024 [24][25] - The company generated $724 million of adjusted free cash flow in 2025, exceeding original guidance of $650 million [27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Aerospace products segment generated $195 million of adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2025, with a 35% margin, up 66% year-over-year [6][25] - Leasing segment produced approximately $113 million of adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2025, including $20 million from SEI management fees [25][26] - For the full year, aerospace products delivered $671 million of adjusted EBITDA, aligning with revised targets [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total maintenance spend in the aerospace market is expected to grow at a double-digit rate to approximately $25 billion annually, up from $22 billion projected last year [9] - The company aims to achieve a 25% market share in the aerospace aftermarket through new and repeat customers [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company launched the Strategic Capital Initiative (SCI), raising $2 billion in equity commitments for acquiring narrow-body aircraft, positioning itself for market leadership [4][5] - Plans to start investing from SCI Two by June 30, 2026, with an anchor equity commitment already in place [12][13] - The company is integrating AI-driven insights to optimize operations and reduce downtime, enhancing productivity [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving a total EBITDA of $1.625 billion for 2026, up from previous guidance of $1.525 billion, driven by strong demand and operational efficiencies [30] - The company anticipates continued growth in both aerospace products and leasing segments, with a focus on high-return opportunities [31][32] Other Important Information - The company announced an increase in quarterly dividends from $0.35 to $0.40 per share, marking its 43rd dividend as a public company [32] - The company is targeting approximately $250 million of working capital to support its new power initiative, with significant investments in inventory and facility readiness [19][20] Q&A Session Summary Question: On aerospace products margins and support from PMA blades - Management discussed three key factors for margin growth: PMA HPT blades, lower-cost parts supplies, and enhanced piece part repair capabilities [36][37] Question: On FTAI Power and production ramp-up - Management confirmed confidence in achieving production targets for the power initiative, leveraging existing infrastructure and workforce [40][41] Question: On sourcing environment for SEI One and SEI Two - Management highlighted a favorable sourcing environment for narrow-body aircraft, with a focus on high engine shop visit intensity [46][49] Question: On the impact of OEM supply chain struggles - Management noted that the durability and reliability of existing fleets are driving demand, with no significant negative impact from supply chain issues [77] Question: On margins in the power business - Management expects margins in the power business to be as good or better than those in aerospace products, citing unmatched input costs and repair capabilities [88]