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Filed by Genesis Lease Limited
Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended
Subject Company: Genesis Lease Limited
Exchange Act Commission File No: 1-33200
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE AERCAP TRANSACTION
The proposed transaction between Genesis Lease Limited (Genesis) and AerCap Holdings N.V.
(AerCap) will be submitted to the Genesis shareholders for their consideration. In connection
with the proposed AerCap transaction, AerCap has filed with the SEC a Registration Statement on Form F-4
that includes a preliminary proxy statement of Genesis and a prospectus of AerCap. Genesis will
mail the definitive proxy statement/prospectus to its shareholders. Genesis investors are urged to
read the definitive proxy statement/prospectus regarding the proposed transaction when it becomes
available, as well as any other relevant documents concerning the proposed transaction and the
companies that AerCap or Genesis files with the SEC (including any amendments or supplements to
those documents) because these will contain important information. You may obtain copies of all
documents filed with the SEC regarding this transaction, free of charge, at the SECs website
(http://www.sec.gov). These documents may also be obtained free of charge from AerCaps website
(http://www.aercap.com) under the heading Investor Relations and then under the heading SEC
Filings or by directing a request to AerCaps Investor Relations at +31 20 655 9658. Copies of
Genesis filings may be obtained free of charge from Genesis website (http://www.genesislease.com)
under the tab Investor Relations and then under the heading SEC Filings or by directing a
request to Genesis Investor Relations at +1-212-896-1249.
This filing does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any
securities, nor shall there be any sale of 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. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a
prospectus meeting the requirements of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or an exemption
therefrom.
The following press release, dated November 5, 2009, entitled Genesis Lease Limited Announces
Third Quarter 2009 Results, was issued in connection with the Agreement and Plan of Amalgamation,
dated as of September 17, 2009, among AerCap, Genesis and AerCap International Bermuda Limited.
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GENESIS LEASE LIMITED ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2009 RESULTS
SHANNON, Ireland, November 5, 2009 Genesis Lease Limited (NYSE:GLS News Genesis) today
announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.
Recent highlights included:
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Announcement of all share merger transaction with AerCap |
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Subsequent reduction of capacity under revolving credit facility to $200 million |
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Continued strong performance of aircraft portfolio |
Commenting on the quarter, John McMahon, Chief Executive Officer of Genesis stated, The major news
for Genesis this quarter was our announcement on September 18th that Genesis and AerCap have agreed
to merge in an all share-for-share transaction. AerCap is a compelling strategic fit for Genesis,
whereby the merger will create the worlds leading independent aircraft leasing company with a
strong franchise, broad product offering and well diversified global customer base. Mr. McMahon
continued, We believe strongly that the transaction will create a successful combined company that
is well-positioned to deliver significant future earnings growth for our shareholders.
During the third quarter, our globally diversified portfolio of in-demand aircraft continued to
deliver solid cash flows. However, our third quarter results were impacted by expenses related to
the proposed merger with AerCap and a non-cash charge related to our subsequent decision to reduce
capacity under our revolving credit facility from $1 billion to $200 million, Mr. McMahon
concluded.
Third Quarter and YTD 2009 financial results
For the quarter ended September 30, 2009, Genesis recorded a net loss of $3.0 million compared to
net income of $11.4 million for the same period last year. For the nine months ended September 30,
2009, net income was $11.3 million compared to $30.3 million for the same period last year. Results
for the quarter and nine months included an accrual of $2.5 million for transaction costs incurred
to date associated with the proposed merger with AerCap, as well as a non-cash charge of $7.7
million related to the accelerated amortization of deferred financing costs due to the reduction of
capacity under the revolving credit facility from $1 billion to $200 million. These charges were
recorded within Other Expenses and Interest Expense, respectively. Excluding the impact of those
charges, net income was $6.1 million (EPS of $0.18) and $20.5 million (EPS of $0.60) for the three
and nine months ended September 30, 2009, respectively.
For the quarter ended September 30, 2009, rental revenues were $55.4 million compared to $57.5
million for the same period in 2008, a decrease of 3.6%. Rental revenues for the quarter ended
September 30, 2008 included a non-recurring credit of $3.0 million following the termination of two
leases. Without that credit in 2008, rental revenues would have increased by 1.7% during the
quarter. For the nine months ended September 30, 2009, rental revenues were $157.3 million compared
to $163.6 million for the same period in 2008, a decrease of 3.8%. The decrease in
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rental revenues primarily reflects the incremental impact of non-revenue generating aircraft from
the previous termination of leases, as well as lower interest rates during 2009, which resulted in
reduced lease rentals from floating-rate leases.
The results reflect increases in depreciation of $3.2 million and $7.7 million related to planned
major maintenance costs for the three and nine months ending September 30, 2009, respectively. The
results also reflect an incremental adverse impact of $1.2 million and $5.1 million related to
non-revenue generating aircraft following the previous termination of leases, for the three and
nine months ending September 30, 2009, respectively. The adverse impact of those items was offset
for the nine months ended September 30, 2009 by a gain of $6.2 million related to the repurchase of
securitization notes in the first quarter of 2009 and a decrease in selling, general and
administrative expenses of $2.4 million during the period. In addition, net income for the three
months ended September 30, 2008 included a net positive impact of $1.1 million related to the
termination of leases, which included the non-recurring $3.0 million credit in rental revenues, as
noted above.
For the quarter ended September 30, 2009, EBITDA was $47.0 million compared to $51.3 million for
the same period in 2008, a decrease of 8.4%. For the nine months ended September 30, 2009, EBITDA
was $145.0 million compared to $145.3 million for the same period in 2008, a decrease of 0.2%.
Excluding the accrual of $2.5 million for transaction costs associated with the proposed merger,
EBITDA was $49.5 million and $147.5 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2009,
respectively. EBITDA included a gain of $6.2 million related to the repurchase of securitization
notes for the nine months ended September 30, 2009. Genesis defines EBITDA as net income before
provision for income taxes, interest, depreciation and amortization. EBITDA is a key measure of
Genesiss operating performance and liquidity that management uses to focus on consolidated
operating results exclusive of expenses that relate to the financing and capitalization of its
business. Please read Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measure EBITDA for a description of
EBITDA and a reconciliation of net income to EBITDA.
Accounts payable increased from $35.5 million as at December 31, 2008 to $49.1 million as of
September 30, 2009. This increase was primarily due to the increase in capitalized maintenance
accruals related to planned major maintenance costs which are recorded in flight equipment. Other
Liabilities of $111.3 million as at September 30, 2009 included $74.0 million related to the fair
value of interest rate swaps.
All amounts referenced above as included in the results are on a pre-tax basis.
Aircraft Leasing and Acquisition Activities
As at September 30, 2009, Genesis had 55 aircraft with a weighted average age of 7.2 years. As of
that date, 54 of the 55 aircraft were in operation with 36 airlines in 21 countries. Of the three
aircraft which were non-revenue generating at the start of the quarter, two delivered to new
customers during the quarter and the remaining aircraft is expected to deliver in the fourth
quarter of 2009. Genesis has no further aircraft lease expirations in 2009 and has three scheduled
lease expirations in 2010 yet to be contracted for new leases (two of which expire in the fourth
quarter of 2010).
On July 20, 2009, Genesis acquired a new Airbus A321 series passenger aircraft, manufactured in
July 2009 and contracted on lease to US Airways.
Information in respect of the Genesis portfolio of aircraft and customers can be found on its
website at www.genesislease.com.
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Financing Activities
On October 19, 2009 Genesis made an additional debt repayment of $5.6 million pursuant to the
annual loan-to-value test in one of its term loan facilities.
Dividends
Pursuant to the terms of the amalgamation agreement between Genesis and AerCap, both Genesis and
AerCap have agreed to not declare or pay any dividends prior to the closing of the transaction.
About Genesis Lease Limited
Genesis Lease Limited is a global commercial aircraft leasing company that is headquartered in
Shannon, Ireland. Genesis acquires and leases modern, operationally efficient passenger and cargo
jet aircraft to a diverse group of airlines throughout the world. Genesis leverages the worldwide
platform of GECAS to service its portfolio of leases, allowing management to focus on executing its
growth strategy.
Genesiss common shares, in the form of American Depositary Shares, are listed on the New York
Stock Exchange under the symbol GLS.
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Conference Call and Webcast
Genesis will host a conference call and webcast for investors and analysts to discuss its results
for the quarter on Thursday November 5, 2009, at 2:00 pm (GMT) / 9:00 am (Eastern Time) / 6:00am
(Pacific Time).
A telephonic replay will be available for anyone unable to participate in the live call. To access
the replay, call 888-203-1112 (United States/Canada) or 719-457-0820 (International) and enter
confirmation code 4097538. The recording will be available from Thursday, November 5, 2009 until
Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time). A live broadcast of the earnings
conference call will also be available via the Internet at http://www.genesislease.com under
Investor Relations. The webcast will be archived on the site for one year.
The Genesis Lease Limited logo is available at
http://www.primenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=3178
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press
release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by
words such as expects, intends, anticipates, plans, believes, seeks, estimates,
will, or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the
outlook for the companys future business and financial performance. Forward-looking statements
are based on managements current expectations and assumptions, which are subject to inherent
uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Actual outcomes
and results may differ materially due to global economic, business, political, competitive, market,
regulatory and other factors and risks. Genesis expressly disclaims any obligation to update or
revise any of these forward-looking statements, whether because of future events, new information,
a change in its views or expectations, or otherwise.
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GENESIS LEASE LIMITED
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
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December 31, |
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September 30, |
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2008 |
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2009 |
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(unaudited) |
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(USD in thousands) |
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ASSETS |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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$ |
60,206 |
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$ |
64,134 |
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Restricted cash |
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33,718 |
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32,034 |
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Accounts receivable |
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548 |
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2,368 |
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Other assets |
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34,761 |
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22,656 |
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Flight equipment under operating leases, net |
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1,597,604 |
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1,630,991 |
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Fixed assets |
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2,224 |
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1,748 |
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Deferred income taxes |
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28,634 |
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25,206 |
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Total Assets |
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$ |
1,757,695 |
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$ |
1,779,137 |
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS EQUITY |
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Accounts payable |
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$ |
35,445 |
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$ |
49,078 |
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Other liabilities |
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118,420 |
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111,253 |
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Debt: |
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Securitization notes |
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796,500 |
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781,500 |
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Debt facilities |
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331,893 |
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349,493 |
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Total Liabilities |
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1,282,258 |
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1,291,324 |
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Commitments and contingencies |
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Shareholders equity: |
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Par value 0.001 U.S. dollars per
share; 500,000,000 shares authorized;
34,341,095 and 34,346,596 shares
issued and outstanding at December
31, 2008 and September 30, 2009,
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34 |
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34 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
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579,971 |
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579,930 |
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Accumulated other comprehensive income |
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(76,191 |
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(64,752 |
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Accumulated deficit |
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(28,377 |
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(27,399 |
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Total shareholders equity |
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475,437 |
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487,813 |
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Total liabilities and shareholders equity |
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$ |
1,757,695 |
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$ |
1,779,137 |
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GENESIS LEASE LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
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Three Months Ended |
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Nine Months Ended |
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September 30, |
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September 30, |
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2008 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
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2009 |
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Revenues |
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Rental of flight equipment |
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$ |
57,472 |
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$ |
55,388 |
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$ |
163,570 |
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$ |
157,279 |
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Other income |
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580 |
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164 |
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1,604 |
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6,617 |
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Total revenues |
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58,052 |
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55,552 |
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165,174 |
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163,896 |
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Expenses |
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Depreciation |
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19,811 |
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23,308 |
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58,863 |
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66,955 |
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Interest |
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18,296 |
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26,943 |
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51,718 |
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64,753 |
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Maintenance |
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570 |
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80 |
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1,255 |
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169 |
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Selling, general and administrative |
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6,186 |
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5,939 |
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18,719 |
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16,264 |
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Other expenses |
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2,533 |
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2,533 |
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Total operating expenses |
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44,863 |
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58,803 |
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130,555 |
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150,674 |
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Income Before Taxes |
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13,189 |
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(3,251 |
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34,619 |
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13,222 |
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Provision for income taxes |
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1,761 |
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(213 |
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4,360 |
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1,939 |
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Net Income |
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$ |
11,428 |
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$ |
(3,038 |
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$ |
30,259 |
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$ |
11,283 |
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Basic earnings per share |
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$ |
0.32 |
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$ |
(0.09 |
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$ |
0.84 |
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$ |
0.33 |
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Diluted earnings per share |
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$ |
0.32 |
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$ |
(0.09 |
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$ |
0.84 |
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$ |
0.33 |
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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measure EBITDA
EBITDA is a measure of operating performance and liquidity that is not calculated in accordance
with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, or GAAP. Genesis defines EBITDA as net income
before provision for income taxes, interest and depreciation and amortization. EBITDA is a key
measure of Genesiss operating performance and liquidity that management uses to focus on
consolidated operating results exclusive of expenses that relate to the financing and
capitalization of its business. Management uses EBITDA as a financial measure to evaluate the
consolidated financial and operating performance and liquidity of the business that, when viewed
with GAAP results and the following reconciliation, provides a more complete understanding of
factors and trends affecting Genesiss business than GAAP measures alone. EBITDA assists Genesis
in comparing its operating performance on a consistent basis as it removes the impact of its
capital structure (primarily interest charges), asset base (primarily depreciation and
amortization) and items outside the control of the management team (taxes) from its operating
results. EBITDA also assists Genesis in comparing its liquidity on a consistent basis by providing
a measure to demonstrate cash flow available for the payment of interest and dividends. EBITDA is
presented in this press release because Genesis believes that EBITDA is frequently used by
securities analysts, investors and other interested parties as a measure of financial performance
and of debt service and dividend paying capacity. Accordingly, EBITDA is one of the metrics used
by management and the board of directors to review Genesiss financial performance and liquidity.
EBITDA should not be considered a substitute for net income, income from operations or cash flows
provided by or used in operations, as determined in accordance with GAAP. In evaluating EBITDA,
investors should be aware that in the future Genesis may incur expenses similar to the adjustments
described above. In particular, Genesis expects that depreciation of flight equipment and interest
expense will continue to represent the substantial portion of its operating expenses. Therefore,
the use of EBITDA as a measure of operating performance and liquidity is limited by the exclusion
of a majority of Genesiss operating expenses from the measure. The following presentation of
EBITDA should not be construed as an implication that future results will be unaffected by expenses
that are unusual, non-routine or non-recurring items. Investors are urged to review the GAAP
financial measures included in this earnings release and Genesiss public filings, and to not rely
on any single financial measure to evaluate its business.
RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO EBITDA FOR
THE THREE AND NINE MONTH PERIODS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2008 AND 2009
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Three Months Ended |
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Nine Months Ended |
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September 30, |
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September 30, |
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2008 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
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2009 |
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(USD in thousands) |
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Net income |
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$ |
11,428 |
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$ |
(3,038 |
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$ |
30,259 |
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$ |
11,283 |
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Provision for income taxes |
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1,761 |
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(213 |
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4,360 |
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1,939 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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20,667 |
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32,574 |
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61,976 |
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79,297 |
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Interest (i) |
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17,460 |
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17,681 |
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48,672 |
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52,456 |
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EBITDA |
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$ |
51,316 |
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$ |
47,004 |
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$ |
145,267 |
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$ |
144,975 |
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Interest excludes the amortization of deferred financing costs, which are reflected under
Depreciation and amortization. |
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