Highlights

Embraer delivered 43 jets in the third quarter, of which 15 commercial aircraft and 28 executive jets (19 light and 9 mid-size). The total number of deliveries represent an increase of 30% compared to 3Q22 and an increase of 33% Year to Date (YTD) from 105 versus 79 aircraft.

• Revenues reached US$ 1,284 million in the quarter (38% higher than 3Q22 and equal to 2Q23). YTD revenues represent an increase of 29% compared to the same period last year. All Business Units had higher revenues and volumes Year over Year (YoY) and YTD, with the main highlight being Commercial Aviation representing a strong growth of 68% YoY and 52% YTD.
• Adjusted EBIT of 7.8% compared to 5.4% in 3Q22 due to higher volumes in all business units.
• Firm order backlog ended 3Q23 at US$ 17.8 billion, the highest level in one year, driven by higher sales in Commercial Aviation. Commercial Aviation backlog rose from US$ 8 billion to US$ 8.6 billion compared to 2Q23, with 42 aircraft sold in 2023. Services & Support reached US$ 2.8 billion in the quarter, the highest volume ever recorded in the business unit. Executive Aviation strong backlog at US$ 4.3 billion highlights it sustained demand backlog.
• Adjusted Free Cash Flow w/o EVE (FCF) in 3Q23 of US$ 44.0 million pointing to a strong cash generation in the 4Q23 due to higher deliveries.
• Successful conclusion of Liability Management, extending the average loan maturity to 4.8 years.
• Operational and financial guidance for 2023 remains unchanged.

The Company’s operating and financial information is presented, except where otherwise stated, on a consolidated basis in United States dollars (US$) in accordance with IFRS. The financial data presented in this document as of and for the quarters ended September 30, 2023 (3Q23), September 30, 2022 (3Q22), and June 30, 2023 (2Q23), are derived from the unaudited financial statements, except annual financial data and where otherwise stated.

REVENUE AND GROSS MARGIN

Consolidated revenue of US$ 1,284 million in 3Q23 represented an increase of 38% YoY mainly explained by Commercial Aviation with 68% increase, while Defense rose by 40%, 25% for Executive and 24% for Services.

Comparing January to September of 2022 to the same period of 2023, total revenue rose 29%. Commercial Aviation represented the most expressive increase with 52% variance, followed by Executive Aviation with 28%, Services & Support and Defense with 16% and 15%, respectively.

Commercial Aviation reported revenue growth of 68% YoY to US$ 424.9 million due to the higher number of deliveries, with reported gross margin increase from 5.4% in 3Q22 to 6.5% in 3Q23.

Executive Aviation revenues were US$ 339.9 million, 25% higher than 3Q22 with an increase in volumes and deliveries mix. As a result, gross margin increased from 19.7% to 21.8% YoY.

Defense & Security revenue of US$ 133.1 million, 40% higher YoY. Reported gross margin of 16.1% in 3Q22 versus 26.0% in 3Q23 due to baseline adjustments of current contracts and physical progress, according to its percentage of completion evolution.

Services & Support revenue of US$ 365.8 million, registering growth for 2 quarters in a row, representing a YoY increase of 24%. Reported gross margin of 24.9% lower than 31.0% reported in 3Q22 due to different mix of services.

ADJUSTED EBIT

Excluding the above special items, 3Q23 Adjusted EBIT was US$ 100.1 million and Adjusted EBIT margin was 7.8%. On a YoY basis, 3Q Adjusted EBIT increased due to higher volumes in Commercial and Executive Aviation and better performance on Defense. Adjusted EBIT is trending to a strong performance in 4Q23 due to higher level of deliveries. 

NET INCOME (LOSS)

Net income (loss) attributable to Embraer shareholders and income (loss) per ADS for 3Q23 were US$ 61.0 million and US$ 0.3322 per share, respectively, compared to US$ (30.2) million in net loss attributable to Embraer shareholders and US$ (0.1644) in income per ADS in 3Q22. Excluding extraordinary effects, adjusted net income was US$ 32.9 million compared to US$ 24.5 million in 3Q22 representing an increase of 34% YoY. In the 3Q, costs related to the development of EVE began to be capitalized as intangible assets as the program reached sufficient maturity.

DEBT & LIABILITY MANAGEMENT

The company concluded a successful Liability management, (which placed the company in a position without any main liability until mid-2027) extending the average loan maturity to 4.8 years. The cost of Dollar-denominated loans was 6.33% p.a., while the cost of Brazilian Real denominated loans was 10.85% p.a. in 3Q23.

Embraer ended the quarter with a net debt position of US$ 1,357.3 million (without EVE), compared to US$ 1,604.8 million YoY and US$ 1,459.4 million QoQ.

FREE CASH FLOW

Adjusted free cash flow for the third quarter 2023 was US$ 44.0 million pointing to a positive trend for 2023, even with higher inventories due to larger deliveries in the 4Q.

CAPEX

Net additions to total PP&E for 3Q23 were US$ 55.2 million, versus US$ 33.3 million in net additions reported in 3Q22. Of the total 3Q23 additions to PP&E, CAPEX amounted to US$ 30.2 million, and additions of pool program spare parts represented US$ 28.3 million of the additions, partially offset by US$ (3.3) million of proceeds from the sale of PP&E. The increase in PP&E in 3Q23 versus 2Q23 is related to expansion in services training and maintenance. In 3Q23, costs related to the development of EVE began to be capitalized as intangible assets as the program reached sufficient maturity.

WORKING CAPITAL

Inventories of work-in-progress had a slight increase compared to the previous quarter to attend to the greater number of deliveries in 4Q23, while FCF was positive in the quarter.

TOTAL BACKLOG

Firm order backlog ended 3Q23 at US$ 17.8 billion, a US$ 500 million increase versus the second quarter. This volume represents the highest level of the company’s backlog in one year, driven by higher sales in Commercial Aviation while Defense and Executive Aviation remained stable. Services reached US$ 2.8 billion in the quarter,  the highest backlog volume ever recorded in the business unit.

Embraer delivered 43 jets in 3Q23, an increase of 30% compared to 3Q22, when 33 aircraft were delivered. In Commercial Aviation deliveries boosted from 10 to 15, an increase of 50% YoY. In Executive Aviation, the numbers were also positive: 28 executive jets delivered (19 light jets and 9 medium) representing a growth of 22% YoY.

During the year, the company accumulated a total of 105 aircraft delivered (39 commercial and 66 executive), an increase of 33% compared to the same period last year, when 79 jets were delivered (27 commercial and 52 executive). For the second consecutive quarter, Embraer showed double-digit growth in deliveries: in 2Q23, the company’s deliveries grew 47% compared to 2Q22.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Embraer’s E195-E2 jet, the largest in the E-Jet family, received Type Certification from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC). This will allow the company to penetrate the Chinese market with the aircraft and explore its opportunities, complementing COMAC’s ARJ21 and C919 already manufactured in the country.

SkyWest ordered 19 new E175 jets for operation in the United Airlines network, adding to the 90 E175 jets that SkyWest is already operating with the airline. The 70-seat aircraft will be delivered in a three-class configuration. This deal is part of the Q3 backlog and deliveries will begin Q4 2024.

Air Peace, West Africa’s largest airline, announced a firm order for five Embraer E175 jets. Deliveries of the new 88-seat jets are scheduled to take place from 2024. The E175 will complement the Nigerian company’s fleet, which already operates the E195-E2.

Embraer announced in September the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with American Airlines, for the United States airline to join the Energy Project Advisory Group. With the MoU signed with Embraer, the companies will work together to define and establish real-world requirements for sustainable, emission-free and commercially viable aviation.

EXECUTIVE JETS

Executive aviation delivered 19 light and 9 mid-size jets, totaling 28 aircraft in 3Q23, an increase of 22% compared to the same period in 2022.

The business unit continues its sales momentum with sustained demand across its entire product portfolio and strong customer acceptance in both retail and fleet markets. In August, the Phenom 300E became the most-flown business jet in the United States (Source: Federal Aviation Administration).

At NBAA Embraer announced the Phenom 100EX, the company’s newest evolution delivers superior cabin comfort, operational versatility and safety enhanced pilot-centric avionics to offer the ultimate flying experience.

In addition, autothrottle feature was announced for the Phenom 300E, and in line with Embraer’s commitment to a more sustainable future, Embraer announced in October that it has successfully tested the Phenom 300E and Praetor 600 on 100% neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The tests, with one engine running on 100% SAF, were performed at Embraer’s Melbourne facility and provided significant insight into systems’ performance when utilizing blends up to 100% SAF, which was provided by World Fuel.

DEFENSE & SECURITY

Three more European countries, Czech Republic, Austria and Netherlands have now selected our aircraft, further consolidating the multi-mission platform as a preferred solution in NATO countries. Negotiations have not yet been incorporated into Embraer Defense & Security’s backlog, which represents a significant potential for the coming quarters.

In September, the KC-390 Millennium, has completed 10,000 flight hours operating under the Brazilian Air Force (FAB). The current fleet of six aircraft already in operation, from a total of 19 ordered by the Brazilian Air Force, has been demonstrating operational availability at 80%, and mission completion rate above 99%.

Embraer and the Brazilian Army have successfully completed the first test of the M200 Vigilante radar, including the deployment of the equipment on the KC-390 Millenium aircraft from the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).

SERVICES & SUPPORT

Embraer had an extension of Integrated Logistical Support (ILS) contract for Brazilian Air Force fleet of 24 ERJ-135, Legacy 600 and AEW. Embraer has also signed a contract with Affinity SOIU/AUVP for 35 months of engineering analysis of the aircraft utilization of the Phenom 100.

Executive Jet Services in partnership with FlightSafety, deployed the third full-flight simulator for the Praetors, based in Orlando, Florida.

New or renewed contracts were signed in Pool Program with Marathon Airlines (Greece), Sky High (Dominican Republic), Royal Jordanian Airlines (Jordan) and Scoot (Singapore), the last two to be included in Embraer’s future backlog.

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