Mar 31, 2023

ALC Q1 2023 Earnings Report

Reported strong first quarter results driven by fleet growth and increased air travel demand.

Key Takeaways

Air Lease Corporation reported a strong first quarter in 2023, with revenues increasing by 6.6% to $636.1 million and net income attributable to common stockholders reaching $118.3 million, or $1.06 per diluted share. The results were driven by robust fleet growth and expanding global air travel demand.

ALC's revenues increased by 6.6% to $636.1 million compared to the same period last year.

Net income attributable to common stockholders was $118.3 million, or $1.06 per diluted share, a significant improvement from the previous year's net loss.

The company took delivery of 22 aircraft, representing approximately $1.4 billion in aircraft investments.

ALC extended the final maturity of its $7.2 billion syndicated unsecured revolving credit facility by one year to May 5, 2027.

Total Revenue
$636M
Previous year: $597M
+6.6%
EPS
$1.5
Previous year: $1.76
-14.8%
NBV of Flight Equipment
$25.7B
Previous year: $22.3B
+15.2%
WA Fleet Age
4.5
Previous year: 4.5
+0.0%
WA Remaining Lease Term
7.1
Previous year: 7
+1.4%
Gross Profit
$225M
Previous year: $244M
-7.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$690M
Previous year: $1.49B
-53.7%
Free Cash Flow
$295M
Previous year: $202M
+46.0%
Total Assets
$29.4B
Previous year: $26.9B
+9.3%

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Forward Guidance

Air Lease Corporation anticipates OEM delivery delays persisting for several years ahead.

Positive Outlook

  • Global air travel demand continues to expand meaningfully.
  • Airline yields are healthy.
  • Aircraft capacity remains constrained.
  • The need for new fuel-efficient commercial aircraft continues to rise.
  • Orderbook positions and existing fleet values are bolstered.

Challenges Ahead

  • OEM delivery delays are expected to persist for several years.
  • Increases in the company's composite cost of funds.
  • Aircraft transition costs increased.
  • Insurance expense increased.
  • Lower end of lease revenue recognized.