Half-yearly report

AVATION PLC ('Avation' or the 'Company') CONSOLIDATED UNAUDITED RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2007 Avation, the aircraft leasing company, presents its interim results for the six months to 31 December 2007. HIGHLIGHTS * A maiden interim dividend will be payable to shareholders on 10 April 2008 to shareholders of record as at 28th March 2008. The dividend has been fixed at 0.5p per ordinary share; * Group operating revenues increased by 266% to GBP 2,164,417 (six months to 31 December 2006 : GBP 591,219); * Profits attributable to shareholders increasing to GBP 6,445,624 (six months to 31 December 2006: GBP 174,169), this includes an extraordinary gain of GBP 5,500,181 recorded as a result of the successful listing on the AIM market of Capital lease Aviation PLC; * Management remain modestly confident that there will be augmentations to both the revenue and profit figures for 2008 and looks forward to continue to deliver value for all shareholders over the coming years. Enquires: Avation PLC Jeff Chatfield, Chairman 07783 942 553 Advisor Frank Lucas, Loeb Aron & Co. 0207 628 1128 Financial Public Relations Bishopsgate Communications 0207 562 3350 Maxine Barnes Nick Rome, Nick Farmer Websites: www.avation.net CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT I am pleased to present Avation's interim results for the six months ended 31 December 2007 (the "Period"). The Company announces that the aircraft leasing business has resulted in improved Group operating results with ordinary Group revenues for the half year increasing to GBP 2,164,417 (2006: GBP 591,219). The Group's net profit after income tax was recorded as GBP 6,622,291 compared to GBP 174,169 for the same period last year. A substantial proportion of the profit was attributable to gains related to the Capital Lease Aviation PLC spin off and listing on the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange. Ongoing and sustainable operating revenues increased substantially which led to increased profits from continuing operations. I am particularly pleased to be able to announce a maiden interim dividend payment of 0.5p per ordinary share. Shareholders will note that the Board has declared the details for this dividend to be payable on the 10th of April 2008 to shareholders on the share register at close of business on the 28th of March 2008. The Company's results are presented and prepared in accordance with IFRS and are un-audited. TRADING From continuing operations the overwhelming contributor to profits are activities relating to the leasing of aircraft to various commercial airlines. The Company has acquired and owns four aircraft, three of which are leased to Skywest Airlines Pty Ltd. The timing of the acquisition of these aircraft could be most fortuitous, given that the market value of aircraft have risen significantly since the purchases together with a concomitant firming of the leasing market and an environment of aircraft shortages, especially in respect of narrow body aircraft such as those owned by your Company. RISKS There are, in addition to the multitude of normal commercial risks, specific and substantial risks extant in the aircraft leasing industry. Investors should be aware of such risks and their potential impact on operations. I would like to take this opportunity of thanking you - the shareholders - for your continued support and encouragement and look forward to keeping you updated on the progress of our Company. Jeff Chatfield Executive Chairman, UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2007 In Great Britain Pounds 6 months ended 6 months ended 31 December 31 December 2007 2006 Revenue 2,164,417 591,219 Cost of sales (27,215) (280,364) Gross profit 310,855 2,137,202 Other operating income 5,741,223 22 Selling, general and administrative expenses (279,363) (62,702) Other operating expenses - (1,429) Earnings before depreciation/finance cost 7,599,062 246,746 Depreciation (409,897) (503) Interest expense (259,644) - Earnings after depreciation/finance cost 6,929,521 246,243 Income tax (307,230) (72,074) Profit after income tax 6,622,291 174,169 Minority Interest (176,667) - Profit attributable to shareholders of the company 6,445,624 174,169 Earnings per share 27.55p 0.93p UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2007 In Great Britain Pounds As at As at 31 Dec 2007 31 Dec 2006 ASSETS Non-current assets Property, plant and equipment 16,944,199 1,716 Intangible assets 1,324,541 1,344,889 Total non-current assets 18,268,740 1,346,605 Current assets Cash 10,591,280 29,374 Trade and other receivables 884,150 409,535 Inventories 700 5,567 Total current assets 11,476,130 444,476 TOTAL ASSETS 29,744,870 1,791,081 EQUITY AND LIABILITIES Equity Share capital 243,392 186,392 Share premium 1,309,284 1,203,789 Reserves 2,123,756 (4,537) Accumulated profits 6,993,209 174,169 10,669,641 1,559,813 Minority interest 5,461,989 - 16,131,630 1,559,813 Current liabilities Trade and other payables 458,793 159,280 Income tax payables 434,860 13,507 Total current liabilities 893,653 172,787 Non-current liabilities Borrowings 11,399,732 - Trade and other payables 323,093 - Deferred tax liabilities 996,762 58,481 Total 12,719,587 58,481 TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 29,744,870 1,791,081 UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED GROUP CASH FLOW FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2007 In Great Britain Pounds 6 months ended 6 months ended 31 December 31 December 2007 2006 Cash flows from operating activities Profit after income tax 6,622,291 174,169 Adjustments for: Income tax 307,230 72,074 Depreciation expenses 409,897 503 Gain on dilution of subsidiary (5,500,181) - Interest expense 259,644 - Interest income (201,649) (22) Operation profits before working capital changes 1,897,232 246,724 Trade and other receivables (514,337) (315,339) Inventories (3) 149 Intangible assets - (20,348) Trade and other payables 226,302 48,807 Cash generated from (used in) operations 1,609,194 (40,007) Interest paid (259,644) - Interest received 201,649 22 Income tax paid (21,370) - Net cash generated from (used in) operating activities 1,529,829 (39,985) Cash flow from investing activities Purchase of property, plant and equipment (7,593,231) - Additional investment in subsidiary paid by minority shareholders 10,785,443 - Net cash generated from investing activities 3,192,212 - Cash flow generated from financing activities Proceeds from borrowings 5,951,752 - Repayment of borrowings (857,487) - Proceeds from issuing shares (net of cost) 206,440 - Proceeds from advance from director - 73,761 Net cash generated from financing activities 5,300,705 73,761 Net effect of exchange rates in consolidating subsidiaries (259,811) (4,402) Net increase in cash 9,762,935 29,374 Cash at beginning of period 828,345 - Cast at end of period 10,591,280 29,374 Notes: 1) The financial statements do not reflect this interim dividend payable which will be accounted for in the period when the funds are actually paid to shareholders. 2) The results for the Period are derived from continuing activities. 3) The calculation on earnings per shares have been on a weighted average 23,392,512 (2006: 18,639,195) ordinary shares in issue for the during the 6 months period. 4) The un-audited results have been prepared on a going concern basis and on the basis of the accounting policies adopted in the audited accounts for the period ended 30 June 2007 and 30 June 2006. The interim figures have not been audited. 5) The interim statement for 2007 was approved by the board of Directors. Copies of this statement will be available to shareholders and members of the public, free of charge, from its corporate adviser (Loeb Aron & Co, Georgian House, 63 Coleman Street London EC2 5BB) and the Company's registered office and the Company website at www. avation.net. 6) The exchange rate applying at 31 December 2007 was USD - GBP 0.50092. The average rate applied during the six months period ended 31 December 2007 was USD - GBP 0.49207. Avation plc

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