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- **Revenue Growth & Margin Expansion**: Q3 revenue up 0.5% YoY, with full-year EPS guidance raised to $4.35+. Q4 operating margin expected at 11%. 
- **MAX Fleet Efficiency**: 2026 MAX ASMs to reach 20%, driving 30% fuel savings vs A320. 
- **AI & Commercial Innovation**: Testing AI for revenue modeling; Allegiant Extra cabin on 70% of aircraft. 
- **Liquidity & Debt Management**: $1.2 billion liquidity, $180M+ debt reduction, and 2026 flat capacity strategy.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- CEO Greg Anderson highlighted Q3 revenue growth of $553 million, driven by strong operational performance and a 7% year-to-date CASM ex-fuel improvement. 
- Emphasized investment in AI and technology to enhance customer experience, with Allegiant Extra cabin now on 70% of aircraft. 
- Raised full-year airline-only EPS guidance to over $4.35 and expects a double-digit Q4 operating margin. 
- Announced BJ's promotion to President, noting his role in driving financial and operational strength.

**【CCO Commercial Performance】**
- Drew Wells reported Q3 unit revenue down 8.4% YoY but improving sequentially, with new routes contributing positively. 
- Launched 19 new routes for Thanksgiving to spring, including Fort Myers, Huntsville, Atlantic City, and Burbank. 
- Highlighted Allegiant Extra's 20% lift in new card acquisition and Navitaire system benefits in load factor. 
- Expects 2026 capacity to be flat, with higher peak day utilization and MAX fleet ASMs reaching 20%.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- CFO Robert Neal (BJ) reported Q3 net loss of $37.7 million, with airline segment EBITDA of $41.5 million (7.5% margin). 
- CASM ex-fuel down 7% YoY, driven by cost initiatives and MAX fleet efficiency (30% fuel savings vs A320). 
- Raised full-year airline EPS to $4.35+ and expects 2026 margin expansion via MAX fleet (20% ASMs) and commercial initiatives. 
- Maintained strong liquidity at $1.2 billion and reduced debt through voluntary prepayments.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Capacity & MAX Fleet**: 2026 flat capacity with 11 MAX deliveries; MAX ASMs to reach 20% in 2026. 
- **AI Implementation**: Testing AI for revenue modeling and customer segmentation, with CCO bullish on 2026 impact. 
- **Industry Dynamics**: Spirit's restructuring seen as minimal overlap, but Allegiant remains cautious on broader industry consolidation. 
- **Credit Card Program**: Nearing completion of loyalty program review, with focus on segmentation and value propositions.

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