SkyWest, Inc. reported a net income of $34 million for Q3 2020, a decrease compared to $91 million in Q3 2019, primarily due to reduced flight schedules and lower demand caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The company's revenue was $457 million, down from $760 million in the same period last year. SkyWest is focused on maintaining strong liquidity and delivering on partner objectives during the recovery.
Net income was $34 million, or $0.66 per diluted share, compared to $91 million, or $1.79 per diluted share, for Q3 2019.
Revenue was $457 million, down from $760 million in Q3 2019.
Operating expenses were $383 million, down from $614 million in Q3 2019, with $190 million in CARES Act payroll support recognized.
SkyWest secured an agreement to place 20 used CRJ700s under a multi-year flying contract with American Airlines.
SkyWest is coordinating with its major airline partners to optimize the timing of upcoming fleet deliveries under previously announced deals in response to COVID-19 schedule reductions.