Republic Airways Q2 revenue rises, lifts 2026 outlook

Overview

• US regional airline's Q2 revenue rose ~41% yr/yr, driven by Mesa merger and higher production

• Adjusted EPS for Q2 was $0.89

• Company raised full-year 2026 revenue and adjusted EBITDAR guidance

Outlook

• Republic Airways raises full-year 2026 revenue outlook to ~$2.1 bln from ~$2.0 bln

• Company expects 2026 block hour production of at least 880,000, up from prior 865,000

• Republic sees 2026 adjusted EBITDAR between $395 mln and $405 mln, above prior >$380 mln

Result Drivers

• MESA MERGER - Q2 revenue growth primarily driven by 35.9% increase in block hour production from Mesa merger and expanded fleet

• OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE - Achieved 98.21% completion factor, up 0.86 points from Q2 2025, reflecting improved reliability

Company press release: ID:nBw566fSNa

Key Details

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