AAR Corp reported a 10% increase in consolidated sales to $452.2 million and income from continuing operations of $22.6 million, or $0.63 per diluted share, for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2022. Adjusted diluted earnings per share were $0.63 compared to $0.37 in the prior year. Consolidated sales to commercial customers increased 28%, while sales to government customers decreased 8%.
Consolidated third quarter sales increased 10% over the prior year quarter.
Consolidated sales to commercial customers increased 28% due to the recovery in the commercial market.
Consolidated sales to government customers decreased 8% primarily related to program activity and delays in pallet orders.
Adjusted operating margin increased from 5.0% to 6.7% due to improved operating efficiency and the recovery in commercial sales.
The company expects continued margin improvement as the industry recovers, driven by actions taken early in the pandemic. They anticipate a continued recovery in commercial sales and expect their improved operating performance and strong balance sheet to generate shareholder value.