Sep 30, 2020

SkyWest Q3 2020 Earnings Report

Reported net income due to reduced flight schedules and lower demand resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Takeaways

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.

Total Revenue
$457M
Previous year: $760M
-39.8%
EPS
$0.66
Previous year: $1.79
-63.1%
Gross Profit
-$56.1M
Previous year: $206M
-127.2%
Cash and Equivalents
$822M
Previous year: $308M
+167.0%
Free Cash Flow
$55.7M
Previous year: $215M
-74.1%
Total Assets
$6.76B
Previous year: $6.6B
+2.4%

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Forward Guidance

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.