Willis Lease Finance

Willis Lease Finance Corp. engages in the provision of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines services. It operates through the following business segments: Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. The Leasing and Related Operations segment leases aircraft, engines, and provides related services to a diversified group of commercial aircraft operators and maintenance, repair, and overhaul organizations. The Spare Parts Sales segment involves the purchase and resale of aftermarket engine parts, whole engines, engine modules and portable aircraft components. The company was founded by Charles F. Willis, IV in 1985 and is headquartered in Coconut Creek, FL.

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Willis Lease Finance reports stellar Q2 earnings and strategic investments

Willis Lease Finance Corporation's Q2 2024 earnings call highlighted exceptional financial performance, strategic investments, and strong operational metrics.
The company's focus on revenue growth, maintenance services, and prudent financial management underscore its commitment to sustainable growth.
While facing challenges related to market dynamics and operational risks, WLFC remains well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for expansion and value creation.
Investors can be optimistic about WLFC's future prospects given its solid financial foundation, strategic initiatives, and commitment to shareholder value.

Willis Lease Finance reports robust Q3 earnings amidst industry challenges

Willis Lease Finance delivered strong financial results in Q3 driven by high demand for engines and strategic portfolio growth. Despite challenges like the Boeing strike, the company's focus on innovative programs and financial initiatives showcases resilience. With opportunities in the market and a solid performance foundation, Willis Lease Finance is well-positioned for future growth.

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Willis Lease Finance Corp. engages in the provision of aviation services and operating leases of commercial aircraft, aircraft engines, and other aircraft-related equipment to air carriers, manufacturers, and overhaul/repair facilities. It also engages in the selective purchase and resale of commercial aircraft engines. It operates through the Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. The Leasing and Related Operations segment acquires and leases commercial aircraft and aircraft engines, and the selective purchase and resale of commercial aircraft engines and other aircraft equipment and other related businesses. The Spare Parts Sales segment includes the purchase and resale of after-market engine parts, whole engines, engine modules, and portable aircraft components. The company was founded by Charles F. Willis, IV in 1985 and is headquartered in Coconut Creek, FL.

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and provider of global aviation service operations, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a transaction with Pratt & Whitney for the purchase of nine new PW1133G-JM aircraft engines, with all purchases expected to occur by December 31, 2024. Pratt & Whitney's GTF engines enable up to 20% better fuel efficiency compared to aircraft powered by the prior generation of engines, are certified for operation on 50% sustainable aviation fuel (“SAF”) and have been successfully tested on 100% SAF. The transaction, valued at approximately $200 million based on Pratt & Whitney's 2024 list prices, is another big step towards providing the most modern and in-demand engines to airlines over the long term. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Invests in the Future with the Purchase of Nine Advanced GTF Engines, Powering the Latest Technology AIRBUS A320 Family in 2024

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Willis Lease Finance Corporation Welcomes Stephen Jones to its Board of Directors

Key Milestone in Development of Advanced Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Facility in the UK Key Milestone in Development of Advanced Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Facility in the UK

Willis Sustainable Fuels (UK) Limited Enters into Master Services Agreement with McDermott

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and provider of global aviation service operations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Z. Clifton (“Clif”) Dameron to the role of Senior Vice President to strengthen and help streamline the Company's legal functions as WLFC continues to strategically expand its operations.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Appoints Z. Clifton Dameron as Senior Vice President

WLFC posts a strong Q3 fueled by leasing and maintenance gains. Expansion and strategic capital management support growth momentum, partly offset by higher interest expenses.

Willis Lease Finance Q3 Earnings Soar Y/Y on Leasing Growth

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Nov. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a release issued under the same headline by Willis Lease Finance Corporation, the $48.5 million of short-term maintenance revenues earned was reported as the total year-to-date amount earned during the first three quarters of 2024, but this has been corrected to reflect that this amount was earned during the third quarter of 2024. The corrected release follows:

CORRECTION – Willis Lease Finance Corporation Reports Strong Third Quarter Pre-Tax Income of $34.5 million; Pre-Tax Income Up 69% as Compared to that of the Third Quarter of the Prior Period; Board Declares Recurring Quarterly Dividend of $0.25 Per Share of Common Stock

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Nov. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”) today reported that on October 31, 2024, the Company entered into a new, $1.0 billion, five-year, revolving credit facility (the “Credit Agreement”) among WLFC, certain wholly-owned subsidiaries of WLFC, as guarantors, the lenders party thereto from time to time (the “Lenders”), and Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, collateral agent, swing line lender, and letter of credit issuer. The Credit Agreement replaced the existing $500.0 million revolving credit agreement, dated as of June 7, 2019 (as amended and restated, the “Existing Credit Agreement”), among WLFC, the lenders party thereto from time to time and MUFG Bank, Ltd. as agent.

Announcement of New Revolving Credit Facility

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 4, 2024 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Austin Willis - Chief Executive Officer Scott Flaherty - Chief Financial Officer Brian Hole - President Conference Call Participants Frank Galanti - Stifel Gregory Dahlberg - Wolfe Research, LLC Will Waller - M3F, Inc Eric Gregg - Four Tree Island Advisory LLC Justin Hughes - Phase 2 Partners Joshua Strauss - Pekin Hardy Strauss, Inc. Joshua Sullivan - The Benchmark Company Operator Good day and welcome to the Willis Lease Finance Corporation Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Call. Today's conference is being recorded.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Nov. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”) today reported third quarter total revenues of $146.2 million and quarterly pre-tax income of $34.5 million. The Company also announced its quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, expected to be paid on November 21, 2024, with a record holder date of November 12, 2024. For the three months ended September 30, 2024, core lease rent and maintenance reserve revenues were $114.7 million in the aggregate, up 26% as compared to $91.3 million for the same period in 2023. The growth was predominantly driven by core, recurring lease and maintenance revenues associated with the continued strength of the aviation marketplace, as airlines leverage the Company's leasing, parts and maintenance capabilities to avoid protracted, expensive engine shop visits.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Reports Strong Third Quarter Pre-Tax Income of $34.5 million; Pre-Tax Income Up 69% as Compared to that of the Third Quarter of the Prior Period; Board Declares Recurring Quarterly Dividend of $0.25 Per Share of Common Stock

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC”) plans to announce its financial results for the third quarter 2024 before the opening of Nasdaq on Monday, November 4, 2024.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Announces Timing of Third Quarter 2024 Earnings and Conference Call

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Willis Lease Finance's Liquidation Value Is >$200

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC”) today reported that on September 27, 2024, WLFC entered into a Series A Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement with the Development Bank of Japan Inc., which refinances WLFC's $50 million of aggregate Series A-1 and Series A-2 preferred stock into one $65 million preferred stock series with a seven-year term, at the rate per annum of 8.35% per share.

Announcement of Series A Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement

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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and provider of global aviation service operations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Ruddock in the newly created role of Senior Vice President, Sustainable Aviation & Corporate Development. Amy will be responsible for delivering and growing WLFC's sustainable aviation business while also overseeing corporate development.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Appoints Amy Ruddock as Senior Vice President, Sustainable Aviation & Corporate Development

Willis Lease's (WLFC) Q2 earnings are driven by strategic asset acquisitions and increased lease and maintenance revenues despite rising expenses.

Willis Lease (WLFC) Q2 Earnings Soar Y/Y on Lease Revenue Growth

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Aug. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”) today reported record second quarter total revenues of $151.1 million and record quarterly pre-tax income of $57.9 million. The Company also announced its first regular quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, expected to be paid on August 21, 2024, with a record holder date of August 12, 2024. For the three months ended June 30, 2024, aggregate, core lease rent and maintenance reserve revenues were at an all-time high of $118.8 million, up 32% as compared to $89.8 million in 2023. The growth was predominantly driven by core, recurring lease and maintenance revenues associated with a strong, resurging aviation marketplace, and airlines leveraging the Company's leasing, parts and maintenance capabilities in order to avoid protracted engine shop visits.

Record Results by Willis Lease Finance Corporation with Second Quarter Pre-tax Income of $57.9 million. Willis Declares First, Regular Quarterly Dividend of $0.25 Per Share.

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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., July 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announces the expansion of its technical senior leadership team into two distinct roles. In direct response to substantial and rapid growth, the Company has appointed industry veteran, Caroline M. Vandedrinck, as its new Senior Vice President (“SVP”), Materials & Services, to manage the Company's strategically aligned aftermarket services businesses. Garry Failler, SVP and Chief Technical Officer, will continue to manage WLFC's worldwide technical group, quality and logistics, as well as support the significant expansion of the Company's fleet of assets, currently valued at $2.5 billion.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Hires SR Technics Veteran, Caroline M. Vandedrinck, to Run its Growing Services Businesses

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., June 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, is pleased to announce that it has finalized a deal with Pratt & Whitney, a division of RTX Corporation (NYSE: RTX), for the purchase and leaseback of up to fifteen Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-JM GTF aircraft engines, with all purchases expected to occur by December 31, 2024. Pratt & Whitney's GTF engine offers up to 17% lower fuel consumption, is certified for operation on 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (“SAF”) and has been successfully tested on 100% SAF. The transaction is valued at $363.9 million, according to Pratt & Whitney's list prices for the year 2024.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Strikes Deal with Pratt & Whitney for up to 15 New Engine Purchases in 2024

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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., May 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a one-time special dividend of $1.00 per share on WLFC's common stock. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 30, 2024, and is expected to be paid on June 7, 2024.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Declares First Ever Cash Dividend

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC”) today reported record first quarter total revenues of $119.1 million and record quarterly pre-tax income of $29.9 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2024, aggregate, core lease rent and maintenance reserve revenues were at an all-time high of $96.8 million, up 26% as compared to $76.7 million in 2023. The growth was predominantly driven by core, recurring lease and maintenance revenues associated with a strong, resurging aviation marketplace, and airlines leveraging our leasing, parts and maintenance capabilities in order to avoid protracted engine shop visits.

Record Results by Willis Lease Finance Corporation with First Quarter Pre-tax Income of $29.9 million

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., April 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announced today the closing of its third engine-backed Japanese operating lease with call option (“JOLCO”), a US$21 Million financing with a 5.0% interest loan maturing in March of 2033 on a CFM LEAP-1B28 engine. WLFC closed its first JOLCO engine transaction in August of 2023.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation Closes on Third JOLCO Deal

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Willis Lease Finance Corporation specializes in engine leasing and spare parts, providing solutions that minimize downtime for airplanes. The company saw revenue growth of 34.2%, driven by a growing pool of engines placed on lease and higher utilization. Valuation approaches suggest that the stock is undervalued, with a potential upside of 24% based on price-to-book and 35% based on EV/EBITDA.

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