FTAI Aviation Announces Pricing of Secondary Offering of Ordinary Shares

Rhea-AI Summary

FTAI Aviation announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 2,090,561 ordinary shares by FIG and an employee of FIG , generating gross proceeds of approximately $171.4 million.

The shares will be offered through Citigroup, the sole underwriter, on the Nasdaq Global Select Market and other venues.

The offering is expected to close on May 30, 2024, subject to customary conditions. FTAI Aviation will not receive any proceeds from the sale.

This offering follows the Company's effective shelf registration statement filed with the SEC, and prospective investors are encouraged to read the relevant documents on the SEC's website for complete information.

Positive

• Gross proceeds from the offering amount to approximately $171.4 million.
• The offering is executed through Citigroup, a reputable underwriter.
• The offering is made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement, indicating regulatory compliance.

Negative

• FTAI Aviation will not receive any proceeds from the sale of shares.
• The offering is secondary, which might not directly benefit the company's operations or growth.
• Potential dilution of share value due to the additional shares being sold in the market.

NEW YORK, May 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI; “FTAI Aviation” or the “Company”) announced today the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 2,090,561 ordinary shares being offered by FIG LLC and an employee of FIG LLC (the “Selling Shareholders”) for gross proceeds of approximately $171,426,002. The underwriter may offer the shares from time to time for sale in one or more transactions on the Nasdaq Global Select Market, in the over-the-counter market, through negotiated transactions or otherwise at market prices prevailing at the time of sale, at prices relating to prevailing market prices or at negotiated prices. The offering is expected to close on May 30, 2024 subject to customary closing conditions. The Company will not receive any proceeds from the sale of the shares by the Selling Shareholders.

Citigroup is acting as sole underwriter for the offering.

The offering is being made pursuant to the Company’s effective shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus and a related prospectus supplement. Prospective investors should read the prospectus supplement and the prospectus in that registration statement and other documents the Company has filed or will file with the SEC for more complete information about the Company and the offering. You may obtain these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the prospectus supplement and the prospectus may be obtained from Citigroup, c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, NY 11717 (Tel: 800-831-9146).

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy shares of common stock, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including The Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Certain statements in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements relating to the offering and the Selling Shareholders’ intent to consummate the offering. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, many of which are beyond the Company’s control. The Company can give no assurance that its expectations will be attained and such differences may be material. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements contained in this press release. For a discussion of some of the risks and important factors that could affect such forward-looking statements, see the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which are available on the Company’s website (www.ftaiaviation.com). In addition, new risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict or assess the impact of every factor that may cause its actual results to differ from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with regard thereto or change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any statement is based.

Source: FTAI Aviation Ltd.
Alan Andreini
Investor Relations
FTAI Aviation Ltd.
(646) 734-9414
aandreini@fortress.com 

FAQ

What is the total amount raised in FTAI's secondary offering?

The total amount raised from the offering is approximately $171.4 million.

When is the closing date for FTAI's secondary offering?

The offering is expected to close on May 30, 2024, subject to customary conditions.

Which firm is underwriting FTAI's secondary offering?

Citigroup is acting as the sole underwriter for the offering.

Will FTAI Aviation receive any proceeds from the secondary offering?

No, FTAI Aviation will not receive any proceeds from the sale of shares by the Selling Shareholders.

Where can investors find more information about FTAI's secondary offering?

Investors can read the prospectus supplement and other documents filed with the SEC on www.sec.gov.