AAR Corp. secured a firm‑fixed‑price, indefinite‑delivery/indefinite‑quantity agreement worth approximately $305 million to provide contractor logistics support for the United States Navy and Marine Corps C‑40A fleet.
The contract covers a broad range of services, including main operating base logistics, field team and detachment support, depot‑level aircraft and component maintenance, modification, and repair, commercial line maintenance, and support equipment maintenance, ensuring the fleet remains mission‑ready.
The award expands AAR’s already sizable government business, which represents more than 40 % of the company’s revenue, and diversifies its customer base beyond commercial airlines. It also aligns with the company’s focus on higher‑margin, high‑growth segments such as integrated solutions and parts supply.
In its third quarter of fiscal 2026, AAR reported revenue of $845 million and an adjusted diluted EPS of $1.25, a 25 % increase from the prior year. The new contract is expected to add recurring revenue over several years, reinforcing the company’s earnings profile and providing a predictable cash‑flow stream that supports its ongoing transformation toward a defense‑heavy business model.
The logistics support for the C‑40A fleet is likely to be delivered through AAR’s Integrated Solutions and Repair & Engineering segments, both of which have historically generated higher margins than the company’s commercial services. The contract’s high‑margin nature stems from the specialized, mission‑critical services required for military aircraft maintenance and support.
"AAR has ensured the United States' C‑40A fleet is ready to meet global mission demands. We are proud to extend that commitment, applying our expertise and scalable, cost‑effective solutions so our government partners can operate with confidence, agility, and unwavering effectiveness," said Nicholas Gross, Senior Vice President of Integrated Solutions.
The contract follows other recent wins, including up to $450 million in pallet contracts for the U.S. Air Force, and comes at a time when AAR’s valuation sits at a P/E of 27.94, below the industry average of 38.9x but still higher than its historical average. The award therefore represents a significant addition to the company’s defense portfolio while reinforcing its strategic focus on high‑margin, recurring revenue streams.
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