Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted EBITDA of $347.8 million in Q2 2025, up 30% from $268.6 million in Q1 2025 and up 63% from $213.9 million in Q2 2024 [19] - Adjusted free cash flow for the first half of 2025 was $370 million, exceeding the target of $350 million, with expectations to reach $750 million for the full year [14] - The company raised its EBITDA outlook for aviation leasing from $500 million to $600 million and for aerospace products from $600-650 million to $650-700 million for 2025 [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Aerospace products generated $165 million in adjusted EBITDA with a margin of 34%, reflecting a 26% increase from $130.9 million in Q1 2025 and an 81% increase from $91.2 million in Q2 2024 [21] - The leasing segment posted approximately $199 million of EBITDA, with the pure leasing component at $169 million, up from $152 million in Q1 2025 [20] - The company refurbished 184 CFM56 modules in Q2, a 33% increase from the previous quarter [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company estimates its market share at 9%, approximately double from the previous year, with a long-term goal of reaching 25% [8] - The global demand for prebuilt engines and modules is increasing, providing a flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional maintenance [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its aerospace products margins to over 40% by 2026 through various strategies, including new procurement programs and the introduction of PMA parts [10][11] - The acquisition of Pacific Aerodynamic is expected to enhance operational efficiencies and further differentiate the company's offerings in the market [12] - The company is actively reviewing M&A opportunities to further enhance its capabilities and market position [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term growth potential of the aerospace market, driven by the aging of aircraft and engines, which increases maintenance needs [18] - The company anticipates substantial growth in free cash flow in the coming years as it completes its pivot to an asset-light business model [14] - Management highlighted the positive reception from airline customers regarding their engine maintenance solutions, emphasizing the cost and risk advantages [41] Other Important Information - The company announced its 41st dividend as a public company, amounting to $0.30 per share, to be paid on August 19, 2025 [7] - The company has closed on additional equity partners for its Strategic Capital Initiative (SCI) and expects to invest $4 billion through the partnership [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the margin improvements expected for Aerospace products in 2026? - Management indicated that margin improvements could be between 5 to 10 percentage points due to various factors, including new serviceable materials and PMA parts [25][26] Question: Can you elaborate on the Pacific Aerodynamic acquisition and its impact? - The acquisition is expected to save $50,000 per shop visit, leading to a payback period of about six months, enhancing the company's repair capabilities [27][28] Question: What is the customer reception of the modules and the potential for repeat business? - Customer feedback has been positive, with airlines recognizing the cost and risk advantages of outsourcing engine maintenance [41][42] Question: How does the company plan to address technician shortages? - The company has developed a training academy and immersive learning experiences to attract and train young technicians [48][50] Question: What is the outlook for the Strategic Capital Initiative? - Management is optimistic about the SCI's performance and plans to decide on a second initiative in the near future, given the current success [67][68] Question: What is the company's strategy regarding PMA parts? - The company is awaiting FAA approval for key PMA parts, which are expected to significantly contribute to cost savings [75] Question: How does the company view the value of legacy engines in the coming years? - Management expects a slowdown in growth but believes that market share gains and OEM price increases will drive future growth [104][106]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted EBITDA of $268.6 million in Q1 2025, up 7% from $252 million in Q4 2024 and up 64% from $164.1 million in Q1 2024 [9][10] - Adjusted free cash flow is expected to be in the range of $300 million to $350 million for the first half of the year, aligning with the target of $650 million for all of 2025 [6][9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Leasing segment generated approximately $162 million of EBITDA, with the pure leasing component at $152 million, up from $128 million in Q4 2024 [10] - Aerospace Products segment achieved $130.9 million of EBITDA with a margin of 36%, up 12% from $117.3 million in Q4 2024 and up 86% from $70.3 million in Q1 2024 [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company anticipates a significant ramp in production in Q2, particularly in Montreal, to meet growing demand for aerospace products and services [5][8] - The company aims to increase its market share of restorations from the current 5% to 25% [5][21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding production capabilities and enhancing operational efficiency through partnerships, including a joint venture with IAG Engine Center Europe [8] - The Strategic Capital Initiative (SCI) is expected to deploy over $4 billion in capital by the end of the year, with a focus on engine exchanges to improve asset ownership and operational efficiency [6][7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management does not foresee any material negative effects from tariffs, citing the nature of their business and the ability to pass on price increases to customers [31] - The company remains confident in achieving its EBITDA goal of $1.1 billion to $1.15 billion for 2025, with expectations to rise to approximately $1.4 billion in 2026 [8] Other Important Information - The company announced a dividend of $0.30 per share, marking its 40th dividend as a public company [4] - The company has recovered $30 million in insurance claims in Q1 and expects to recover an additional $24 million in Q2, with remaining claims of approximately $100 million still to be settled [78] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on Aerospace Product Segment Revenue Related to SCI Program - Management confirmed that approximately 30% of Q1 activity was related to the SCI program, with expectations that this will represent about 20% of total activity for 2025 [20][21] Question: Impact of Tariffs on Aerospace Products Margins - Management stated that they do not see any material negative effects from tariffs due to the nature of their business and their ability to pass on price increases [29][31] Question: Growth CapEx and Inventory Investment - The company plans to invest about $200 million in parts inventory in the first half of the year to avoid missing sales opportunities, while still expecting to generate $350 million in free cash flow [32][35] Question: Adoption of PMA Parts by Airlines - Management noted that airlines are increasingly focused on cost-saving techniques, leading to greater adoption of PMA parts, which is expected to enhance margins [49][56] Question: Update on SCI Aircraft Ownership and Target Customers - The majority of the aircraft owned or under MOUs are powered by CFM engines, with sourcing primarily from lessors and airlines looking to offload older equipment [98][100]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted EBITDA of $268.6 million in Q1 2025, up 7% from $252 million in Q4 2024 and up 64% from $164.1 million in Q1 2024 [9][10] - The adjusted free cash flow is expected to be in the range of $300 million to $350 million for the first half of the year, aligning with the target of $650 million for the entire year [7][9] - The company announced a dividend of $0.30 per share, marking the 40th dividend as a public company [5] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Leasing segment generated approximately $162 million of EBITDA, with the pure leasing component at $152 million, up from $128 million in Q4 2024 [10] - Aerospace Products segment achieved $130.9 million of EBITDA with a margin of 36%, up 12% from $117.3 million in Q4 2024 and up 86% from $70.3 million in Q1 2024 [11] - The company aims to grow its market share of restorations from 5% to 25% [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expects to generate $600 million to $650 million in EBITDA from Aerospace Products in 2025, up from $381 million in 2024 [11] - The company is experiencing strong demand for rebuilt engines across the industry, with production constrained by current capacity [16][20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on increasing production capacity and operational efficiency, particularly in Montreal and Miami, with plans to ramp up production significantly in Q2 [6][8] - The Strategic Capital Initiative (SCI) is expected to deploy over $4 billion in capital by the end of the year, with a focus on engine exchanges to enhance operational efficiency [7][20] - The company is committed to maintaining a strong balance sheet, targeting a debt-to-EBITDA ratio of around three times by the end of the year [60][64] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management does not foresee any material negative effects from tariffs, citing the nature of their business and geographic diversification as mitigating factors [31] - The company remains optimistic about the growth in demand for aerospace products and services, reiterating guidance for both 2025 and 2026 [8][31] Other Important Information - The company has been actively working on operational plans with IAG Engine Center Europe to ramp up production following an acquisition [8] - The company has recovered $30 million in insurance claims this quarter, with additional recoveries expected [82] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on Aerospace product segment revenue related to SCI program - Management confirmed that approximately 30% of Q1 activity was related to SCI, with significant demand for rebuilt engines across the industry [20][16] Question: Impact of tariffs on Aerospace products margins - Management stated that tariffs are not expected to have a material negative effect due to the nature of their business and ability to pass on price increases [31][30] Question: Growth CapEx and inventory management - The company plans to invest about $200 million in parts inventory in the first half of the year to avoid missing sales opportunities [34][36] Question: Adoption of PMA parts by airlines - Management noted increasing focus on cost-saving techniques among airlines, leading to greater adoption of PMA parts [50][51] Question: Update on SCI ownership assets and customer base - The majority of assets in the SCI partnership are powered by CFM engines, with significant activity expected from both lessors and airlines [104][105] Question: Future capital deployment strategy - The company prioritizes growth CapEx, debt repayment, and shareholder returns, with plans to focus on shareholder returns towards the end of the year [60][61]