SkyWest expands E175 fleet and sizable buyback on solid Q2 results
Jul 23, 2026, 4:04 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The combination of meaningful near-term catalysts (11 E175s with American, 1 E175 delivery to United) and a substantial capital return (250M additional buyback) supports potential multiple expansion. The longer-term fleet growth to 300 E175 by 2027 and Embraer’s 33 additional units (with rights for 50 more) creates a durable growth trajectory, likely offsetting near-term profit headwinds from higher fuel costs.
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SkyWest posted Q2 2026 revenue of $1.1B and net income of $101M, with fuel costs weighing on profitability. The company announced 11 new E175s for American Airlines, plus a $250M board-approved increase to its stock buyback, aiming for 300 E175s by 2027 and 33 more E175s under Embraer commitments through 2032, signaling stronger long-term cash flow and capacity growth.
Q2 2026 revenue $1.1B; net income $101M; fuel cost pressure noted.
SkyWest secures 11 new E175s with American Airlines to replace CRJs.
Board approves $250M increase to stock repurchase program.
Delivery of 1 E175 to United in Q2 2026; more E175 deliveries in H1.
Forecast: fleet growth to 300 E175s by 2027; Embraer to deliver 33 more E175s 2028–2032.
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