Azul Reports November 2020 Traffic

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Azul S.A. (B3: AZUL4, NYSE: AZUL) reported a significant 17.5% increase in consolidated passenger traffic (RPKs) for November 2020, following a 12.2% rise in capacity (ASKs), resulting in a load factor of 83.1%. The company recovered 85% of its domestic demand, one of the fastest recovery rates globally. Domestic load factor stood at 83.8%, while international load factor was 72.6%. Azul plans to operate flights to 113 destinations by year-end, leveraging its fleet flexibility and network structure.

Positive

• 17.5% increase in consolidated passenger traffic (RPKs) in November 2020.
• 83.1% load factor, indicating efficient capacity utilization.
• 85% recovery of domestic demand, one of the fastest globally.
• Plans to operate 113 destinations by end of 2020.

Negative

• International RPKs decreased by 5.8% compared to October 2020.
• International load factor at 72.6%, reflecting ongoing challenges.

SÃO PAULO, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Azul S.A., "Azul", (B3: AZUL4, NYSE: AZUL), the best airline in the world according to Tripadvisor, announces today its preliminary traffic results for November 2020.

Consolidated passenger traffic (RPKs) increased 17.5% compared to October 2020 on a capacity increase (ASKs) of 12.2%, resulting in a load factor of 83.1%. Domestic load factor was 83.8% and international load factor was 72.6%.

"In November we recovered 85% of our domestic demand, which is one of the fastest rates in the world. We expect this trend to continue as we progressively ramp up our operations. We will fly to 113 destinations by the end of 2020 as our fleet flexibility and unique network structure enable us to accurately match capacity with demand", said John Rodgerson, Azul's CEO.

	Nov-20	Oct-20	% ∆	Nov-19	% ∆
Total
RPK (million)	1,718	1,462	17.5%	2,456	-30.0%
ASK (million)	2,068	1,844	12.2%	2,979	-30.6%
Load factor	83.1%	79.3%	+3.8 p.p.	82.4%	+0.7 p.p.
Domestic
RPK (million)	1,616	1,354	19.3%	1,902	-15.1%
ASK (million)	1,928	1,678	14.9%	2,315	-16.7%
Load factor	83.8%	80.7%	+3.1 p.p.	82.2%	+1.6 p.p.
International
RPK (million)	102	108	-5.8%	553	-81.6%
ASK (million)	141	166	-15.2%	664	-78.8%
Load factor	72.6%	65.3%	+7.3 p.p.	83.3%	-10.7 p.p.

About Azul

Azul S.A. (B3: AZUL4, NYSE: AZUL), the largest airline in Brazil by number of flight departures and cities served, offers 916 daily flights to 116 destinations. With an operating fleet of 140 aircraft and more than 13,000 crewmembers, the Company has a network of 249 non-stop routes as of December 31, 2019. In 2020 Azul was awarded best airline in the world by TripAdvisor, the first time a Brazilian Flag Carrier ranked number one in the Traveler's Choice Awards. Azul was also recognized in 2019 as best regional carrier in South America for the ninth consecutive year by Skytrax. Additionally, in 2019, Azul ranked among the top ten most on–time low-cost carriers in the world, according to OAG. For more information visit www.voeazul.com.br/ir.

Glossary

Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPK)
One-fare paying passenger transported one kilometer. RPK is calculated by multiplying the number of revenue passengers by the number of kilometers flown.

Available Seat Kilometers (ASK)
Number of aircraft seats multiplied by the number of kilometers flown.

Contact

Investor Relations
Tel: +55 11 4831 2880
invest@voeazul.com.br

Media Relations
Tel: +55 11 4831 1245
imprensa@voeazul.com.br

This traffic release includes estimates and forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws. These estimates and forward-looking statements are based mainly on our current expectations and estimates of future events and trends that affect or may affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, cash flow, liquidity, prospects and the trading price of our preferred shares, including in the form of ADSs. Although we believe that these estimates and forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, they are subject to many significant risks, uncertainties and assumptions and are made in light of information currently available to us. In addition, in this release, the words "may," "will," "estimate," "anticipate," "intend," "expect," "should" and similar words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on such statements, which speak only as of the date they were made. Azul is not under the obligation to update publicly or to revise any forward-looking statements after we distribute this press release because of new information, future events or other factors.  Our independent public auditors have neither examined nor compiled the forward-looking statements and, accordingly, do not provide any assurance with respect to such statements.  In light of the risks and uncertainties described above, the future events and circumstances discussed in this release might not occur and are not guarantees of future performance. Because of these uncertainties, you should not make any investment decision based upon these estimates and forward-looking statements.

 

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FAQ

What were the traffic results for Azul (AZUL) in November 2020?

Azul reported a 17.5% increase in passenger traffic (RPKs) in November 2020.

What is Azul's (AZUL) load factor for November 2020?

Azul's load factor was 83.1% in November 2020.

How much of the domestic demand did Azul (AZUL) recover?

Azul recovered 85% of its domestic demand in November 2020.

What are Azul's (AZUL) plans for destinations by the end of 2020?

Azul plans to operate flights to 113 destinations by the end of 2020.