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Published on 9/20/2017 in the Prospect News Investment Grade Daily.

New Issue: American Airlines prices $193.44 million of 3.75% certificates at 192.4 bps spread

By Cristal Cody

Tupelo, Miss., Sept. 20 – American Airlines, Inc. priced a $193.44 million offering of 3.75% series 2016-3B pass-through certificates (Baa3/BBB) on Wednesday at a spread of Treasuries plus 192.4 basis points, according to a market source.

The certificates tightened from initial price thoughts in the 3.875% area.

The certificates have a final expected distribution date of Oct. 15, 2025 and a legal distribution date of April 15, 2027.

Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC was the bookrunner.

Proceeds will be used to acquire the company’s series B equipment notes, which will be issued to finance the purchase of 25 aircraft.

The commercial airline and subsidiary of AMR Corp. is based in Fort Worth, Texas.

Issuer:American Airlines, Inc.
Amount:$193.44 million
Description:Pass-through certificates
Maturity:April 15, 2027
Bookrunner:Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC
Coupon:3.75%
Spread:Treasuries plus 192.4 bps
Trade date:Sept. 20
Ratings:Moody’s: Baa3
S&P: BBB
Distribution:SEC registered
Price talk:3.875% area

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