In recent years, the business has emphasized scaling production of CFM56 engine modules, internalizing repair operations, and building out partnerships such as its Strategic Capital Initiative (SCI). Success relies on expanding the addressable market for proprietary and Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) parts, efficiently managing inventory, and leveraging industry relationships to secure attractive asset deals. Its asset-light model is supported by SCI, allowing fee-based income while managing balance shee ...

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]