StandardAero secures S&P credit rating upgrade to BB
StandardAero, Inc. announced that S&P Global Ratings upgraded its issuer credit rating to BB from BB- and its senior secured debt rating to BB from BB-, citing strategic expansion, stable margins, and cash flow growth. CFO Dan Satterfield highlighted the company's competitive positioning and sustained demand. This follows a similar rating upgrade by Moody's in May 2026.
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StandardAero, Inc. has secured an upgrade to its credit ratings from S&P Global Ratings, driven by strategic expansion investments, a stable margin profile, consistent top-line growth, and positive cash flow expansion. The agency raised the company's issuer credit rating to ‘BB’ from ‘BB-‘ and simultaneously increased its issue-level ratings on senior secured debt to ‘BB’ from ‘BB-‘.
Dan Satterfield, Chief Financial Officer for StandardAero, attributed the upgrade to the strength of the company's competitive positioning and sustained demand across its global maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) ecosystem. He stated that amid industry capacity constraints, the company's differentiated platform portfolio positions it to drive long-term growth, expand profitability, and deliver robust cash generation.
The action by S&P Global Ratings follows Moody's announcement in May 2026, where it upgraded StandardAero's corporate family rating, as well as its senior secured first lien term loan and senior secured revolving credit facility ratings.
Rating Details
The following table outlines the specific rating changes announced by S&P Global Ratings:
| Rating Category | Previous Rating | Upgraded Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Issuer Credit Rating | BB- | BB |
| Senior Secured Debt | BB- | BB |
StandardAero provides aerospace engine aftermarket services, including engine MRO and component repair, for fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft across commercial, military, and business aviation markets.
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