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- **Revenue Growth**: Q1 FY26 revenue of $454.7M (+140% YoY) driven by BlueHalo integration and SCDE segment expansion. 82% visibility to FY26 guidance midpoint of $1.95B.
- **Strategic Contracts**: $240M space laser communication deal, $95M FE-1 missile contract, and $70M BADGER satellite ground station order highlight new program wins.
- **Profitability Targets**: Adjusted EBITDA of $56.6M (12.4% of revenue) with FY26 target of 16%. Gross margin expected to improve to mid-30s by Q4.
- **Export Momentum**: SCDE segment's directed energy and RF solutions seeing strong international adoption. P550 UAS poised for global franchise success.
- **Risks**: U.S. DoD budget delays could impact unfunded backlog conversion, but $68M OBD allocation to Switchblade variants is already included in guidance.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Record Q1 Revenue**: $454.7 million, up 140% YoY (18% pro forma growth). Bookings reached $400 million, with funded backlog of $1.1 billion and unfunded backlog of $3.1 billion.
- **BlueHalo Integration Success**: Acquired BlueHalo in May 2025, driving growth in Space, Cyber, and Directed Energy (SCDE) segment. New contracts include $240 million for space laser communication systems and $95 million for FE-1 missile development.
- **Key Program Wins**: 
  - $240M space laser communication contract with 3.5-year delivery period.
  - $95M FE-1 missile contract for U.S. Army.
  - AMP-HEL program deliveries of LOCUST laser systems on JLTVs.
  - P550 UAS adoption in U.S. Army's LRR program with $1B+ potential over 5 years.
- **Strategic Initiatives**: 
  - AV Halo software platform launched, integrating AI-powered tools for mission command, synthetic training, and autonomous targeting.
  - Expanded partnerships with Denmark and Dutch Ministry of Defense for UAS training and fleet modernization.
  - Golden Dome initiative with Sierra Nevada Corporation for missile defense solutions.
- **Growth Outlook**: Maintaining FY26 revenue guidance of $1.9-2.0 billion, with 82% visibility to midpoint. Expecting significant unfunded backlog conversion in Q2-Q3.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Revenue Performance**: 
  - Autonomous Systems (AxS): $285M (22% pro forma growth), driven by Switchblade 600 (200% growth), JUMP 20 (6x growth), and Counter-UAS RF (near-doubling).
  - SCDE Segment: $169M (12% pro forma growth), led by BADGER satellite ground stations ($70M new order) and LOCUST directed energy systems (5x growth).
- **Financial Metrics**: 
  - Adjusted EBITDA: $56.6M (12.4% of revenue), targeting 16% for FY26.
  - Gross Margin: 21% GAAP, 29% adjusted (mid-30s expected by Q4).
  - Operating Expenses: $131.3M GAAP, $65.2M adjusted (14.3% of revenue, targeting 11-13% for FY26).
- **Liquidity**: $722M cash and investments post-$1.7B equity/debt raise, used to pay down BlueHalo acquisition debt and support growth.
- **Guidance**: 
  - FY26 revenue: $1.9-2.0B.
  - Adjusted EBITDA: $300-320M.
  - Non-GAAP EPS: $3.60-3.70.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Competitive Position**: CEO emphasizes AV's leadership in directed energy (LOCUST), space laser communication, and low-cost UAS solutions. Switchblade 600 pricing remains competitive at ~$100K/unit.
- **Export Growth**: SCDE segment's BADGER, LOCUST, and Titan RF solutions seeing strong international demand. P550 UAS expected to replicate Puma's global franchise success.
- **Funding Risks**: FY26 guidance assumes 82% visibility to midpoint. Potential delays in U.S. DoD budget resolution could impact unfunded backlog conversion, but ~$68M in FY26 OBD allocated to launch effects (Switchblade variants) is already baked into guidance.
- **Golden Dome Opportunity**: AV's phased array and laser communication solutions positioned to address homeland missile defense needs, with potential for rapid deployment in 2025.
- **Cash Flow Management**: CFO targets mid-30s adjusted gross margin by Q4 and 11-13% SG&A as % of revenue through cost synergies.


AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

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