Form 4: StandardAero CEO Sells 80,000 Shares Under 10b5-1 Plan

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report 9 January 2026 4:45 PM

StandardAero CEO Russell W. Ford sold 80,000 shares of common stock in early January 2026, executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

Summary

Russell W. Ford, CEO and Director of StandardAero, Inc., reported the sale of 80,000 shares of common stock.
On January 7, 2026, 40,000 shares were sold at a weighted average price of $30.2387, with prices ranging from $30.09 to $30.50.
On January 8, 2026, an additional 40,000 shares were sold at a weighted average price of $30.7583, with prices ranging from $30.54 to $31.00.
These sales were conducted pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by Mr. Ford on August 18, 2025.
Following these transactions, Mr. Ford beneficially owns 846,955 shares indirectly through a Family LLC.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The sentiment is neutral. While insider selling can be a negative signal, the execution under a pre-arranged 10b5-1 plan mitigates concerns that the sales are based on new, undisclosed negative information. It's a planned liquidity event rather than a sudden loss of confidence.

Positives

The sales were executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 plan, indicating a planned divestment rather than a reaction to new, undisclosed negative information.

Negatives

Significant insider selling by the CEO could be perceived negatively by some investors, even if pre-planned.

Risks

Potential for negative investor sentiment if the market misinterprets the pre-planned nature of the sales.

Future Outlook

Management Comments

The sales reported herein were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 plan adopted by the Reporting Person on August 18, 2025.
The Reporting Person undertakes to provide to the Issuer, any security holder of the Issuer or the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price within the range set forth herein.

Industry Context

This filing is specific to insider transactions and does not provide broader industry context or trends for StandardAero, Inc.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Power of Attorney Grant	Russell W. Ford granted a Power of Attorney to Michael L. Kaplan (Chief Legal Officer) and Daniel Satterfield (Chief Financial Officer) to execute and file SEC forms (Schedules 13D, 13G, Forms 3, 4, 5, and 144) on his behalf.	01/09/2026	This is a standard corporate governance practice to facilitate timely and accurate SEC filings for executives, ensuring compliance with reporting obligations.

Related Party Transactions

The sales of common stock by CEO Russell W. Ford are considered related party transactions due to his executive position and beneficial ownership.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: May interpret the insider selling as a negative signal, though the 10b5-1 plan mitigates this. Could lead to short-term price volatility.

Key Dates

Date	Description
08/18/2025	Date Rule 10b5-1 plan was adopted by Russell W. Ford.
01/07/2026	Date of first reported transaction: sale of 40,000 shares of common stock.
01/08/2026	Date of second reported transaction: sale of 40,000 shares of common stock.
01/09/2026	Date the Form 4 was signed and filed.

Recommendation

hold

The insider sales by CEO Russell W. Ford, while notable, were conducted under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 plan. This suggests a planned liquidity event rather than a reaction to new, adverse company developments. Without additional financial or operational news, this transaction alone does not warrant a change in investment thesis. Investors should hold and monitor for broader company performance and market conditions.

Keywords

StandardAero, SARO, Insider Trading, Form 4, CEO Stock Sale, Russell W. Ford, 10b5-1 Plan, Equity Sales

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