FTAI (FTAI Aviation) EV-to-FCF: -24.94 (As of Sep. 12, 2026)

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FTAI FTAI Aviation Ltd FTAI
88 GF Score
Price $186.03
GF Value $242.88
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is FTAI Aviation EV-to-FCF?

FTAI Aviation FTAI +3.32% 88 EV-to-FCF is -24.94 as of Sep. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates FTAI with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $242.88 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 184 Aerospace & Defense companies, FTAI Aviation ranks worse than 543477.72% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, FTAI Aviation's Enterprise Value is $22,223 Mil. FTAI Aviation's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-891 Mil. Therefore, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF for today is -24.94.

The historical rank and industry rank for FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

FTAI' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -34.9   Med: -5.55   Max: -2.43
Current: -24.94

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of FTAI Aviation was -2.43. The lowest was -34.90. And the median was -5.55.

FTAI's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 184 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 30.525 vs FTAI: -24.94

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-09-12), FTAI Aviation's stock price is $186.03. FTAI Aviation's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $4.600. Therefore, FTAI Aviation's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 40.44.


FTAI Aviation  (NAS:FTAI) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

FTAI Aviation's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=186.03/4.600
=40.44

FTAI Aviation's share price for today is $186.03.
FTAI Aviation's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $4.600.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


FTAI Aviation EV-to-FCF Related Terms


FTAI Aviation EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

FTAI Aviation EV-to-FCF Chart

FTAI Aviation Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -6.20 -4.61 -10.93 -13.46 -23.40

FTAI Aviation Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -11.69 -16.54 -23.40 -29.52 -34.65

FTAI vs WWD, CW, ARXS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


FTAI Aviation EV-to-FCF vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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FTAI Aviation EV-to-FCF Calculation

FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=22222.751/-891.158
=-24.94

FTAI Aviation's current Enterprise Value is $22,223 Mil.
FTAI Aviation's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-891 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of -24.94 mean?
FTAI Aviation (FTAI) has a EV-to-FCF of -24.94 as of Sep. 12, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on FTAI Aviation and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #999999 out of 184 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry.
Is FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF too high?
FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-FCF is -24.94. Based on the distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #999999 out of 184 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, FTAI Aviation has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FTAI Aviation's EV-to-FCF compare to WWD and CW?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #999999 out of 184 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places FTAI Aviation in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 30.53. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Aerospace & Defense companies is 30.53, based on 184 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on FTAI Aviation and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 30.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-FCF is -24.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FTAI Aviation stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FTAI Aviation (FTAI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $242.88, compared to a current price of $186.03 — trading 23.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -24.94. FTAI Aviation's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For FTAI Aviation (FTAI), the current EV-to-FCF is -24.94 as of Sep. 12, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is FTAI Aviation (FTAI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FTAI Aviation stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $186.03 is trading 23.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $242.88. GuruFocus considers FTAI Aviation to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FTAI:

  • EV-to-FCF: -24.94
  • GF Value™: $242.88 vs. price of $186.03 (23.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FTAI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


FTAI Aviation Business Description

Other Exchanges FTAIN.PFD:USA
Address 405 West 13th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10014
FTAI Aviation Ltd is an independent engine maintenance platform focused on the CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, and V2500 aircraft engines, which power the 737NG and A320ceo aircraft. The company repairs and rebuilds engines in its maintenance facilities and with joint venture partners, and sells or leases engines through its proprietary Maintenance, Repair and Exchange (MRE) model under the Aerospace Products segment, which earns maximum revenue from North America and develops, repairs/refurbishes, and sells aircraft engines and aftermarket components. It also operates an Aviation Leasing segment, owning and managing a portfolio of on- and off-lease aircraft and engines, including engine transfers for rebuilding and sales.
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