AAR Corp. (AIR) Earnings History
Elite Compounder38 years of earnings data (1989–2026) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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AAR Corp. (AIR) Earnings Overview
As of September 25, 2026, AAR Corp. (AIR) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $188M, reflecting +1297.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.74 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 5.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, AIR's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +37.4%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $188M in fiscal 2026, representing a new all-time high.
AAR Corp. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 18.8%, operating margin of 8.2%, and net margin of 5.7%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including HEI ($848M net income, 15.4% margin), KAI ($110M net income, 9.7% margin), HAYW ($161M net income, 13.5% margin), AIR has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare AIR vs HEI →
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AIR Historical Earnings Data (1989–2026)
38 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $188M | +1401.6% | $271M | $4.89 | 5.7% | 8.2% |
| 2025 | $13M | -73.0% | $185M | $0.35 | 0.4% | 6.7% |
| 2024 | $46M | -48.7% | $129M | $1.29 | 2.0% | 5.6% |
| 2023 | $90M | +14.6% | $134M | $2.53 | 4.5% | 6.7% |
| 2022 | $79M | +119.8% | $107M | $2.16 | 4.3% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | $36M | +44.4% | $85M | $1.00 | 2.2% | 5.2% |
| 2020 | $25M | +230.7% | $41M | $0.71 | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| 2019 | $8M | -51.9% | $98M | $0.21 | 0.4% | 4.8% |
| 2018 | $16M | -72.4% | $86M | $0.45 | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| 2017 | $57M | +18.4% | $80M | $1.64 | 3.2% | 4.5% |
| 2016 | $48M | +367.6% | $66M | $1.37 | 2.9% | 4.0% |
| 2015 | $10M | -86.0% | -$12M | $0.24 | 0.6% | -0.7% |
| 2014 | $73M | +32.5% | $146M | $1.83 | 3.6% | 7.2% |
| 2013 | $55M | -18.8% | $123M | $1.38 | 2.6% | 5.7% |
| 2012 | $68M | -3.0% | $131M | $1.65 | 3.3% | 6.3% |
| 2011 | $70M | +56.5% | $139M | $1.73 | 3.9% | 7.8% |
| 2010 | $45M | -43.3% | $90M | $1.16 | 3.3% | 6.7% |
| 2009 | $79M | +4.7% | $103M | $1.45 | 5.5% | 7.2% |
| 2008 | $75M | +28.1% | $135M | $1.71 | 5.4% | 9.7% |
| 2007 | $59M | +66.8% | $95M | $1.40 | 5.5% | 9.0% |
| 2006 | $35M | +127.5% | $64M | $0.94 | 3.9% | 7.2% |
| 2005 | $15M | +341.0% | $33M | $0.46 | 2.1% | 4.5% |
| 2004 | $4M | +128.2% | $19M | $0.11 | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| 2003 | -$12M | +78.9% | -$2M | $-0.39 | -2.0% | -0.3% |
| 2002 | -$59M | -418.1% | -$81M | $-2.08 | -9.2% | -12.7% |
| 2001 | $19M | -47.3% | $40M | $0.69 | 2.1% | 4.6% |
| 2000 | $35M | -15.6% | $71M | $1.28 | 3.4% | 6.9% |
| 1999 | $42M | +16.9% | $77M | $1.49 | 4.5% | 8.4% |
| 1998 | $36M | +54.9% | $65M | $1.27 | 4.6% | 8.3% |
| 1997 | $23M | +43.8% | $43M | $0.92 | 3.9% | 7.3% |
| 1996 | $16M | +53.0% | $32M | $0.67 | 3.2% | 6.4% |
| 1995 | $10M | +10.2% | $24M | $0.44 | 2.3% | 5.4% |
| 1994 | $9M | +3064.7% | $22M | $0.40 | 2.3% | 5.4% |
| 1993 | $300,000 | -97.0% | $5M | $0.01 | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| 1992 | $10M | -32.4% | $27M | $0.42 | 2.4% | 6.3% |
| 1991 | $15M | -42.4% | $30M | $0.62 | 3.2% | 6.5% |
| 1990 | $26M | +3.6% | $47M | $1.07 | 5.8% | 10.5% |
| 1989 | $25M | - | $45M | $1.04 | 6.1% | 11.0% |
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AIR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AIR stock.
What is AIR earnings per share (EPS)?
AIR trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.74, reflecting +1297.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +37.4%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is AAR Corp.'s net income?
AAR Corp. (AIR) trailing twelve-month net income is $188M as of 2026. Earnings grew +1297.1% year-over-year. AAR Corp. has been profitable for 23 consecutive years.
Is AIR profitable?
Yes, AIR is profitable with a TTM net income of $188M and a net profit margin of +5.7%. AAR Corp. has generated profits for 23 consecutive years.
What is AIR's earnings growth rate?
AIR compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +1297.1%, 3-Year: +24.6%, 5-Year: +37.4%, 10-Year: +13.6%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2026.
What are AIR's profit margins?
AAR Corp. net profit margin is +5.7%, operating margin is +8.2%, and gross margin is +18.8%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +12.9%.
Is AIR growing earnings?
Yes, AIR earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +1297.1% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +37.4%. TTM net income reached $188M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was AIR's best earnings year?
AAR Corp.'s highest annual net income on record is $188M, achieved in fiscal year 2026. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were AIR's earnings last quarter?
AIR's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $51M with diluted EPS of $1.29. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.