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Blade Air Mobility: Disappointing Exit
Seeking Alpha· 2025-08-05 19:23
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Blade(BLDE) - 2025 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2025-08-05 16:43
[PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=3&type=section&id=PART%20I.%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) This section presents the company's unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements and related disclosures [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, statements of operations, comprehensive loss, stockholders' equity, and cash flows, along with detailed notes explaining the company's business, accounting policies, revenue breakdown, stock-based compensation, segment information, income taxes, net loss per share, commitments, warrant liabilities, fair value measurements, stockholders' equity, and significant subsequent events [Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=3&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Interim%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) This section provides a snapshot of the company's financial position at specific points in time, detailing assets, liabilities, and stockholders' equity Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets | Metric | June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | December 31, 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :---------------------------- | :------------------------------ | | Total Assets | 257,919 | 256,675 | | Cash and cash equivalents | 58,754 | 18,378 | | Short-term investments | 54,666 | 108,757 | | Total Liabilities | 34,819 | 34,737 | | Total Stockholders' Equity | 223,100 | 221,938 | [Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=4&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Interim%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) This section presents the company's financial performance over specific periods, detailing revenue, expenses, and net loss Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------- | | Revenue | 70,801 | 67,945 | 125,107 | 119,459 | | Loss from operations | (4,954) | (12,149) | (12,537) | (22,017) | | Net loss | (3,743) | (11,326) | (7,236) | (15,560) | | Basic Net loss per share | (0.05) | (0.15) | (0.09) | (0.20) | [Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss](index=5&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Interim%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Loss) This section details the company's comprehensive loss, including net loss and other comprehensive income/loss items like foreign currency translation adjustments Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | | :--------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------- | | Net loss | (3,743) | (11,326) | (7,236) | (15,560) | | Foreign currency translation adjustments | 2,899 | (336) | 4,215 | (1,187) | | Comprehensive loss | (844) | (11,662) | (3,021) | (16,747) | [Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Interim%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Stockholders'%20Equity) This section outlines changes in the company's equity over time, including common stock, additional paid-in capital, and accumulated deficit Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity | Metric | June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :-------------------------- | :-------------------------- | | Total Stockholders' Equity | 223,100 | 229,386 | | Common Stock Shares Outstanding | 81,695,605 | 77,934,085 | | Stock-based compensation (6 months) | 9,566 | 9,965 | [Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=8&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Interim%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) This section summarizes the cash inflows and outflows from operating, investing, and financing activities over specific periods Cash Flows Summary (Six Months Ended June 30) | Cash Flow Activity (Six Months Ended June 30) | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | Net cash used in operating activities | (3,310) | (7,122) | | Net cash provided by investing activities | 49,087 | 7,654 | | Net cash used in financing activities | (5,383) | (1,154) | | Net increase (decrease) in cash and restricted cash | 40,671 | (655) | [Notes to Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=9&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Unaudited%20Interim%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed explanations and additional information supporting the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements [Note 1 – Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies](index=9&type=section&id=Note%201%20%E2%80%93%20Description%20of%20Business%20and%20Summary%20of%20Significant%20Accounting%20Policies) This note describes Blade Air Mobility's core business of air transportation for human organs and passengers, highlighting its asset-light model and strategic focus on Electric Vertical Aircraft (EVA). It also covers the basis of financial statement presentation, accounting for short-term investments, credit risk concentrations, major customer/vendor relationships, property and equipment, use of estimates, and recently issued accounting pronouncements - Blade Air Mobility provides air transportation and logistics for hospitals (organ transport) and passengers (helicopter and fixed-wing services), operating on an **asset-light model** with a strategic transition to **Electric Vertical Aircraft (EVA)**[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Short-term investments consist of investment grade U.S. Treasury obligations with maturity dates of less than **365 days**, recorded at amortized cost[25](index=25&type=chunk) - No single customer accounted for **10% or more of revenue** for the three months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024, or for the six months ended June 30, 2025. One customer accounted for **11% of revenue** for the six months ended June 30, 2024[27](index=27&type=chunk) Property and Equipment, Net | Category | June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | December 31, 2024 ($ thousands) | | :----------------------------- | :-------------------------- | :------------------------------ | | Total property and equipment, net | 33,697 | 30,918 | - The company is evaluating the impact of recently issued accounting pronouncements: **ASU 2023-06** (Disclosure Improvements), **ASU 2023-09** (Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures), and **ASU 2024-03** (Income Statement - Expense Disaggregation Disclosures)[38](index=38&type=chunk)[39](index=39&type=chunk)[40](index=40&type=chunk) [Note 2 – Revenue](index=12&type=section&id=Note%202%20%E2%80%93%20Revenue) This note disaggregates revenue by product line and segment, showing increases in total revenue and MediMobility Organ Transport, while Short Distance revenue decreased. It also details contract liabilities and notes the seasonal fluctuations in Passenger travel demand Disaggregated Revenue by Product Line (Three Months Ended June 30) | Product Line | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | % Change | | :------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | :--------- | | Short Distance | 17,195 | 20,908 | (17.8)% | | Jet and Other | 8,498 | 8,696 | (2.3)% | | MediMobility Organ Transport | 45,108 | 38,341 | 17.6% | | Total Revenue | 70,801 | 67,945 | 4.2% | Disaggregated Revenue by Product Line (Six Months Ended June 30) | Product Line | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | % Change | | :------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | :--------- | | Short Distance | 26,475 | 30,718 | (13.8)% | | Jet and Other | 17,576 | 14,374 | 22.3% | | MediMobility Organ Transport | 81,056 | 74,367 | 9.0% | | Total Revenue | 125,107 | 119,459 | 4.7% | - Contract liabilities (deferred revenue) increased to **$9,112** as of June 30, 2025, from **$6,656** as of December 31, 2024[43](index=43&type=chunk) - The company's financial data is subject to seasonal fluctuations, with higher Passenger travel demand historically in the **second and third quarters**[46](index=46&type=chunk) [Note 3 – Stock-Based Compensation](index=14&type=section&id=Note%203%20%E2%80%93%20Stock-Based%20Compensation) This note details the company's stock option and restricted stock unit (RSU) activities, including the granting of 4.1 million RSUs (2.2 million performance-based) in the first six months of 2025, and the associated stock-based compensation expense - As of June 30, 2025, **3,509,029 stock options** were outstanding, all fully vested, with a weighted-average exercise price of **$0.19**[48](index=48&type=chunk) - During the six months ended June 30, 2025, **4,119,704 restricted stock units (RSUs)** were granted, including **2,180,848 performance-based RSUs (PSUs)** subject to Adjusted EBITDA and cash flow targets[49](index=49&type=chunk)[50](index=50&type=chunk) Stock-Based Compensation Expense | Expense Category | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | | :----------------- | :------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------- | | Software development | 230 | 81 | | General and administrative | 9,199 | 9,317 | | Selling and marketing | 192 | 691 | | Total | 9,621 | 10,089 | - Unamortized stock-based compensation costs related to restricted share arrangements totaled **$32,241** as of June 30, 2025, to be recognized over a weighted average period of **2.5 years**[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Note 4 – Segment and Geographic Information](index=16&type=section&id=Note%204%20%E2%80%93%20Segment%20and%20Geographic%20Information) This note outlines the company's two reportable segments, Passenger and Medical, and provides a reconciliation of segment Adjusted EBITDA to loss before income taxes. It also presents revenue and long-lived assets disaggregated by geographic region - The company operates in two reportable segments: **Passenger** (Short Distance, Jet and Other) and **Medical** (MediMobility Organ Transport)[56](index=56&type=chunk)[119](index=119&type=chunk)[123](index=123&type=chunk) - Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net loss adjusted to exclude depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, change in fair value of warrant liabilities, interest income/expense, income tax, realized gains/losses on short-term investments, impairment of intangible assets, and certain other non-recurring items[57](index=57&type=chunk)[212](index=212&type=chunk) Segment Revenue (Six Months Ended June 30) | Segment | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | Passenger | 44,051 | 45,092 | | Medical | 81,056 | 74,367 | | Total | 125,107 | 119,459 | Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Six Months Ended June 30) | Segment | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | Passenger | 2,443 | (1,869) | | Medical | 10,137 | 9,933 | | Total | 12,580 | 8,064 | Revenue by Geographic Region (Six Months Ended June 30) | Region | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :------------ | :----------------- | :----------------- | | United States | 110,815 | 103,301 | | Other | 14,292 | 16,158 | | Total | 125,107 | 119,459 | [Note 5 – Income Taxes](index=20&type=section&id=Note%205%20%E2%80%93%20Income%20Taxes) This note details the company's income tax expense/benefit, primarily attributable to Blade Monaco, and mentions the ongoing evaluation of the impact of new U.S. federal income tax legislation Income Tax Expense (Benefit) | Period | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :----- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | 3 months ended June 30 | 21 | 52 | | 6 months ended June 30 | 4 | (32) | - The company is evaluating the impact of the **'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,'** a budget reconciliation package changing U.S. federal income tax laws, signed on July 4, 2025[78](index=78&type=chunk) [Note 6 – Net Loss per Common Share](index=20&type=section&id=Note%206%20%E2%80%93%20Net%20Loss%20per%20Common%20Share) This note provides the calculation of basic and diluted net loss per common share, along with a list of common stock equivalents that were excluded from the diluted EPS computation due to their anti-dilutive effect Net Loss per Common Share | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Net loss attributable to Blade Air Mobility, Inc. ($ thousands) | (3,743) | (11,326) | (7,236) | (15,560) | | Total weighted-average basic common shares outstanding | 81,297,402 | 77,603,604 | 80,598,483 | 76,700,008 | | Basic and diluted loss per common share | (0.05) | (0.15) | (0.09) | (0.20) | Potentially Dilutive Securities Excluded from EPS (June 30, 2025) | Security Type | Number of Shares | | :-------------- | :--------------- | | Warrants | 14,166,644 | | Stock Options | 3,509,029 | | Restricted Shares | 10,818,888 | | Total | 28,494,561 | [Note 7 – Commitments and Contingencies](index=22&type=section&id=Note%207%20%E2%80%93%20Commitments%20and%20Contingencies) This note details the company's contractual obligations, including capacity purchase agreements with aircraft operators and non-cancellable commitments with vendors. It also provides an update on ongoing legal proceedings, specifically a class action lawsuit related to the acquisition of Blade Urban Air Mobility, Inc Remaining Unfulfilled Obligations under Capacity Purchase Agreements | For the Year Ended December 31 | Total Unfulfilled Obligation ($ thousands) | | :----------------------------- | :--------------------------------------- | | Remainder of 2025 | 6,291 | | 2026 | 7,636 | | 2027 | 2,596 | | Thereafter | — | - A consolidated class action lawsuit, **Drulias et al. v. Affeldt, et al.**, was filed in February 2024, alleging breach of fiduciary duty and unjust enrichment related to the acquisition of Old Blade. The company intends to defend itself vigorously[89](index=89&type=chunk) - Non-cancellable commitments with a cloud computing services vendor amount to **$0.4 million** for 2025 and **$1.6 million** for 2026[90](index=90&type=chunk) [Note 8 – Warrant Liabilities](index=24&type=section&id=Note%208%20%E2%80%93%20Warrant%20Liabilities) This note describes the company's Public and Private Placement Warrants, which are classified as liabilities and remeasured at fair value each reporting period, with changes recognized in the statements of operations - The company's warrants (Public and Private Placement) are classified as liabilities and remeasured at **fair value** at each reporting period, with changes recognized in the unaudited interim condensed consolidated statements of operations[92](index=92&type=chunk) - Public Warrants (**9,166,644 shares**) and Private Placement Warrants (**5,000,000 shares**) are exercisable at **$11.50 per share**. Public Warrants expire on **May 7, 2026**[91](index=91&type=chunk)[93](index=93&type=chunk) [Note 9 – Fair Value Measurements](index=25&type=section&id=Note%209%20%E2%80%93%20Fair%20Value%20Measurements) This note presents the fair value hierarchy for assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis, specifically detailing the valuation of money market funds (Level 1) and warrant liabilities (Public Warrants Level 1, Private Warrants Level 2) Fair Value of Aggregate Warrant Liabilities | Metric | January 1, 2025 ($ thousands) | June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :---------------------------- | :-------------------------- | | Fair value of aggregate warrant liabilities | 5,808 | 2,979 | Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (June 30, 2025) | Category | Level | Fair Value ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------- | :---- | :----------------------- | | Money market fund | 1 | 51,732 | | Warrant liabilities - Public Warrants | 1 | 1,928 | | Warrant liabilities - Private Warrants | 2 | 1,051 | [Note 10 – Stockholders' Equity](index=27&type=section&id=Note%2010%20%E2%80%93%20Stockholders'%20Equity) This note clarifies that no preferred stock has been issued and outstanding, and that the company's stock repurchase program expired on March 31, 2025, with no repurchases made in the first quarter of 2025 - No preferred stock was issued and outstanding as of **June 30, 2025**, or **December 31, 2024**[104](index=104&type=chunk) - The stock repurchase program, authorized for up to **$20.0 million**, expired on **March 31, 2025**, with no repurchases made during the period from January 1, 2025, through its expiration[105](index=105&type=chunk) [Note 11 – Subsequent Events](index=27&type=section&id=Note%2011%20%E2%80%93%20Subsequent%20Events) This note discloses a significant subsequent event: the company entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement on August 1, 2025, to sell its Passenger business to Joby Aviation, Inc. for up to $125 million in cash or stock, with $90 million at closing and a potential $35 million earn-out - On **August 1, 2025**, the company entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement to sell its **Passenger business** to Joby Aviation, Inc[106](index=106&type=chunk) - The consideration for the sale is up to **$125 million** in cash or Joby Aviation common stock, comprising **$90 million** upon closing and up to **$35 million** as an earn-out based on employee retention and financial performance targets[106](index=106&type=chunk) - The sale, if consummated, is expected to qualify as a **discontinued operation** under ASC 205-20 and will be reflected as such in future financial statements[109](index=109&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations](index=30&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20discussion%20and%20analysis%20of%20financial%20condition%20and%20results%20of%20operations) This section provides management's perspective on the company's financial condition and results of operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025. It covers forward-looking statements, business overview, the recent sale of the Passenger business, key operating metrics, business model, factors affecting performance, detailed analysis of revenue and expenses, segment results, non-GAAP financial measure reconciliations, liquidity, and critical accounting policies [Forward-Looking Statements](index=30&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) This section highlights that the report contains forward-looking statements subject to various business, economic, and competitive uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially - The report contains forward-looking statements, identifiable by terms like **'believes,' 'estimates,' 'anticipates,' and 'expects,'** which are subject to significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties[112](index=112&type=chunk) - Actual results may differ materially from forward-looking statements due to various risks, including those related to business strategy, medical and passenger segments, third-party providers, intellectual property, and legal/regulatory factors[113](index=113&type=chunk)[115](index=115&type=chunk)[116](index=116&type=chunk)[118](index=118&type=chunk) [Overview](index=31&type=section&id=Overview) This section provides a general description of Blade Air Mobility's business, its asset-light model, and its two operating segments - Blade Air Mobility provides air transportation and logistics for hospitals (organ transport) and passengers (helicopter and fixed-wing services) in the **Northeast United States** and **Southern Europe**[117](index=117&type=chunk) - The company operates an **asset-light model** with exclusive passenger terminal infrastructure and proprietary technologies, aiming for a seamless transition to **Electric Vertical Aircraft (EVA)** for lower cost, quiet, and emission-free air mobility[117](index=117&type=chunk) - Blade operates in two segments: **Passenger** (Short Distance, Jet and Other) and **Medical** (MediMobility Organ Transport, including Trinity Organ Placement Services (TOPS))[119](index=119&type=chunk)[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Sale of Passenger business](index=32&type=section&id=Sale%20of%20Passenger%20business) This section details the company's recent agreement to sell its Passenger business to Joby Aviation, Inc., including the consideration and expected accounting treatment - On **August 1, 2025**, the company entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement to sell its **Passenger business** to Joby Aviation, Inc[120](index=120&type=chunk) - The consideration is up to **$125 million** in cash or Joby Aviation common stock, with **$90 million** at closing and up to **$35 million** as an earn-out[120](index=120&type=chunk) - The sale is expected to qualify as a **discontinued operation** under ASC 205-20 upon consummation[121](index=121&type=chunk) [Seats Flown](index=32&type=section&id=Seats%20Flown) This section defines "Seats Flown" as a key operating metric for the Passenger segment and provides a table of this metric for the reported periods - **Seats Flown**, a key operating metric for the Passenger segment, represents the total number of seats purchased and flown by paying passengers[122](index=122&type=chunk) Seats Flown – All Passenger Flights | Period | 2025 | 2024 | | :----- | :--- | :--- | | Three Months Ended June 30 | 22,730 | 27,391 | | Six Months Ended June 30 | 36,614 | 40,677 | - The Seats Flown metric excludes activity in Canada for 2024 (**15,222** for three months, **29,342** for six months) due to the discontinuation of Canada routes in August 2024[125](index=125&type=chunk) [Our Business Model](index=33&type=section&id=Our%20Business%20Model) This section describes Blade's asset-light business model, its reliance on third-party operators, strategic aircraft acquisitions, proprietary technology, and future transition to Electric Vertical Aircraft (EVA) - Blade utilizes an **asset-light business model**, primarily relying on third-party aircraft operators who bear costs like pilots, maintenance, and fuel, providing flight time at fixed hourly rates[126](index=126&type=chunk) - The company acquired **ten fixed-wing aircraft** in 2024 for the Medical segment to improve economies of scale, increase uptime, and compete for contracts requiring asset ownership[128](index=128&type=chunk) - Blade's proprietary **'customer-to-cockpit' technology stack** manages fliers and organ transports, providing real-time tracking, profit/loss information, customized portals, and a customer-facing app, designed for scalability and future growth[129](index=129&type=chunk) - The business model is designed to be scalable and profitable with conventional aircraft while enabling a seamless transition to **EVA**, leveraging expected lower operating costs and reduced noise/emissions[130](index=130&type=chunk) [Factors Affecting our Performance](index=34&type=section&id=Factors%20Affecting%20our%20Performance) This section discusses key internal and external factors influencing the company's financial and operational performance, including customer acquisition, market competition, inflation, expansion strategies, regulatory approvals for EVA, and seasonality - Success in the Short Distance product line depends on the ability to cost-effectively attract new fliers, retain existing ones, and increase platform utilization through significant investments and strategic initiatives[131](index=131&type=chunk) - The MediMobility Organ Transport market is highly competitive, with performance evaluated on reliable, end-to-end air and ground transportation at competitive pricing, and increasing competition from providers offering additional services or organ preservation equipment[134](index=134&type=chunk) - The company's fixed hourly rates with third-party operators are susceptible to **inflation**, typically renegotiated yearly. Owned aircraft are more directly exposed to inflation of operating expenses like pilot salaries, fuel, and maintenance[136](index=136&type=chunk)[137](index=137&type=chunk) - Passenger segment growth relies on successful expansion into new dense urban markets, creating new routes, and expanding existing ones, particularly those compatible with the initial limited range of **EVA**[138](index=138&type=chunk)[139](index=139&type=chunk) - The commercial viability of **EVA** depends on OEMs receiving requisite approvals from federal transportation authorities, with no EVA aircraft currently certified for commercial operations in the United States[140](index=140&type=chunk) - The Passenger segment experiences significant **seasonality**, with flight volume peaking during the **second and third quarters**. Medical segment trip volumes are correlated with the overall supply of donor organs, which can be volatile[144](index=144&type=chunk)[145](index=145&type=chunk) [Key Components of the Company's Results of Operations](index=36&type=section&id=Key%20Components%20of%20the%20Company's%20Results%20of%20Operations) This section defines and explains the primary components of the company's income statement, including revenue recognition, cost of revenue, software development, general and administrative, and selling and marketing expenses - Revenue for Short Distance and Jet products is typically collected in advance and recognized upon service completion, while MediMobility Organ Transport payments are generally collected after service completion[146](index=146&type=chunk)[147](index=147&type=chunk)[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Cost of revenue includes flight costs to operators, landing fees, depreciation of owned assets, operating lease costs, and costs of operating owned aircraft (fuel, management fees, maintenance, pilot salaries)[149](index=149&type=chunk) - Software development expenses primarily consist of staff costs (including stock-based compensation) and capitalized software amortization costs[150](index=150&type=chunk) - General and administrative expenses include staff costs (including stock-based compensation), intangibles amortization, depreciation, insurance, pilot training, professional fees, and credit card processing fees[151](index=151&type=chunk) - Selling and marketing expenses are primarily advertising costs, staff costs (including stock-based compensation), marketing expenses, sales commissions, and promotion costs[152](index=152&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=37&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) This section provides a detailed comparative analysis of the company's consolidated financial performance for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, versus 2024, covering revenue, operating expenses, and other non-operating income Consolidated Net Loss and Revenue | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | % Change | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 ($ thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 ($ thousands) | % Change | | :----------------- | :--------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------- | :------- | :------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------- | :------- | | Revenue | 70,801 | 67,945 | 4.2% | 125,107 | 119,459 | 4.7% | | Net loss | (3,743) | (11,326) | (67.0)% | (7,236) | (15,560) | (53.5)% | Revenue by Product Line (Six Months Ended June 30) | Product Line | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | % Change | | :------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | :--------- | | Short Distance | 26,475 | 30,718 | (13.8)% | | Jet and Other | 17,576 | 14,374 | 22.3% | | MediMobility Organ Transport | 81,056 | 74,367 | 9.0% | - Cost of revenue as a percentage of revenues decreased by **2 percentage points** from **78%** in 2024 to **76%** in 2025 for the six months ended June 30, driven by Europe Short Distance growth, higher jet charter volumes, and Canada discontinuation[167](index=167&type=chunk) - General and administrative expense decreased by **$4.9 million (11.5%)** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to a **$5.8 million impairment charge** in the prior year, partially offset by increased owned aircraft expenses and legal fees[175](index=175&type=chunk)[176](index=176&type=chunk) - Selling and marketing expense decreased by **$1.5 million (32.2%)** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, mainly due to reduced media spend and staff-related costs attributable to the Passenger segment[179](index=179&type=chunk) - Total other non-operating income decreased by **$1.1 million (17.4%)** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to lower interest income from reduced invested balances, partially offset by a non-cash gain from the fair value revaluation of warrant liabilities[180](index=180&type=chunk)[183](index=183&type=chunk) [Segment Results of Operations](index=42&type=section&id=Segment%20Results%20of%20Operations) This section analyzes the financial performance of the Passenger and Medical segments, detailing revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, and key profitability metrics like Gross Profit and Flight Profit, highlighting improvements in both segments and overall consolidated margins Segment Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA (Six Months Ended June 30) | Metric | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | % Change | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | :------- | | **Segment Revenue:** | | | | | Passenger | 44,051 | 45,092 | (2.3)% | | Medical | 81,056 | 74,367 | 9.0% | | **Segment Adjusted EBITDA:** | | | | | Passenger | 2,443 | (1,869) | NM | | Medical | 10,137 | 9,933 | 2.1% | | Adjusted unallocated corporate expenses and software development | (10,628) | (10,652) | (0.2)% | | **Adjusted EBITDA (Consolidated)** | **1,952** | **(2,588)** | NM | - Passenger Adjusted EBITDA improved by **$4.3 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, to **$2,443**, driven by stronger performance in Europe, lower cost of revenue, and the termination of Canada routes, along with reduced selling, general, and administrative expenses[193](index=193&type=chunk) - Medical Adjusted EBITDA increased by **$0.2 million (2.1%)** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, to **$10,137**, primarily due to revenue growth from new customers, partially offset by higher pilot salaries and maintenance expenses for the owned fleet[197](index=197&type=chunk) Consolidated Profitability Metrics (Six Months Ended June 30) | Metric | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | % Change | | :---------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | :------- | | Gross Profit | 20,982 | 17,188 | 22.1% | | Flight Profit | 29,715 | 26,493 | 12.2% | | Gross Margin | 16.8% | 14.4% | | | Flight Margin | 23.8% | 22.2% | | - Consolidated Flight Margin increased from **22.2%** in 2024 to **23.8%** in 2025, attributed to revenue growth in Europe Short Distance, improved jet charter performance, and the discontinuation of Canada routes, partially offset by reduced US Short Distance demand and higher owned fleet costs[209](index=209&type=chunk) [Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=45&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) This section defines and reconciles non-GAAP financial measures, including Adjusted EBITDA, Flight Profit, and Flight Margin, to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures. These metrics are used by management to assess business performance and provide a more focused view of operating results - Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure defined as net loss adjusted for depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, change in fair value of warrant liabilities, interest income/expense, income tax, realized gains/losses on short-term investments, impairment of intangible assets, and certain other non-recurring items[212](index=212&type=chunk) Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation (Six Months Ended June 30) | Metric | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | Net loss | (7,236) | (15,560) | | Depreciation and amortization | 3,473 | 3,153 | | Stock-based compensation | 9,621 | 10,089 | | Change in fair value of warrant liabilities | (2,829) | (2,565) | | Interest income | (2,476) | (3,860) | | Income tax (benefit) expense | 4 | (32) | | Legal and regulatory advocacy fees | 703 | 262 | | SOX readiness costs | — | 82 | | Impairment of intangible assets | — | 5,759 | | Other | 692 | 84 | | **Adjusted EBITDA** | **1,952** | **(2,588)** | | Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue | 1.6% | (2.2)% | - Flight Profit is calculated as revenue less cost of revenue, and Flight Margin is Flight Profit divided by revenue. These measures assess the profitability of flight and ground operations by focusing on non-discretionary direct costs[215](index=215&type=chunk) Flight Profit and Gross Profit Reconciliation (Six Months Ended June 30) | Metric | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | Revenue | 125,107 | 119,459 | | Less: Cost of revenue | 95,392 | 92,966 | | Less: Depreciation and amortization | 1,535 | 2,211 | | Less: Stock-based compensation | 87 | 113 | | Less: Other | 7,111 | 6,981 | | **Gross Profit** | **20,982** | **17,188** | | Gross Margin | 16.8% | 14.4% | | **Flight Profit** | **29,715** | **26,493** | | Flight Margin | 23.8% | 22.2% | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=48&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) This section details the company's liquidity position, including cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments, and outlines its liquidity requirements and cash flow activities for operating, investing, and financing - As of June 30, 2025, total liquidity was **$113.4 million**, comprising **$58.8 million** in cash and cash equivalents and **$54.7 million** in short-term investments[221](index=221&type=chunk) - The company anticipates having sufficient funds to meet its current operational needs for at least the **next 12 months**[222](index=222&type=chunk)[226](index=226&type=chunk) - Net working capital was **$130.2 million** as of June 30, 2025[223](index=223&type=chunk) Cash Flows Summary (Six Months Ended June 30) | Cash Flow Activity | 2025 ($ thousands) | 2024 ($ thousands) | | :-------------------------------------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | Net cash used in operating activities | (3,310) | (7,122) | | Net cash provided by investing activities | 49,087 | 7,654 | | Net cash used in financing activities | (5,383) | (1,154) | | Net increase (decrease) in cash and restricted cash | 40,671 | (655) | - Net cash provided by investing activities significantly increased to **$49.1 million** in 2025 from **$7.7 million** in 2024, primarily due to proceeds from maturities of held-to-maturity investments[231](index=231&type=chunk) - Net cash used in financing activities was **$5.4 million** in 2025, mainly driven by cash paid for payroll tax payments related to net share settlements[233](index=233&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies and Significant Judgments and Estimates](index=50&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies%20and%20Significant%20Judgments%20and%20Estimates) This section confirms that there have been no material changes to the company's critical accounting policies and estimates since the last annual report - There have been no material changes to the company's critical accounting policies and estimates as of June 30, 2025, compared to those disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024[237](index=237&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk](index=50&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20qualitative%20disclosures%20about%20market%20risk) This section states that there have been no material changes in market risk from the information previously provided in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K - No material changes in market risk from the information provided in **'Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk'** in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024[238](index=238&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and procedures](index=50&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20procedures) This section confirms the effectiveness of the company's disclosure controls and procedures as of June 30, 2025, and reports no material changes in internal control over financial reporting during the period - The principal executive officer and principal financial officer concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were **effective** as of June 30, 2025[239](index=239&type=chunk) - There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the company's internal control over financial reporting during the period[240](index=240&type=chunk) [PART II. OTHER INFORMATION](index=51&type=section&id=PART%20II.%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) This section provides additional information not covered in the financial statements, including legal proceedings, risk factors, and exhibits [Item 1. Legal proceedings](index=51&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20proceedings) This section refers to Note 7 of the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for detailed information on legal proceedings, including a class action lawsuit - Information on legal proceedings is provided in **'Legal and Environmental'** within Note 7 to the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements[243](index=243&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk factors](index=51&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20factors) This section states that there were no material changes to the risk factors previously disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K, except for new risks specifically related to the recently announced sale of the Passenger business - No material changes in risk factors from the Annual Report on Form 10-K, other than those related to the recently announced sale of the Passenger business[244](index=244&type=chunk) - A new risk factor highlights the potential negative impact on stock price and future business if the Passenger business sale is not successfully completed on a timely basis, or if anticipated benefits are not realized[245](index=245&type=chunk)[246](index=246&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered sales of equity securities, use of proceeds and Issuer purchases of equity securities](index=51&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20sales%20of%20equity%20securities,%20use%20of%20proceeds%20and%20Issuer%20purchases%20of%20equity%20securities) This item is not applicable for the reporting period - Not applicable[247](index=247&type=chunk) [Item 3. Defaults upon senior securities](index=51&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20upon%20senior%20securities) This item is not applicable for the reporting period - Not applicable[248](index=248&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine safety disclosures](index=52&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20safety%20disclosures) This item is not applicable for the reporting period - Not applicable[250](index=250&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other information](index=52&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20information) This item states that there is no other information to report - None[251](index=251&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=52&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including the Equity Purchase Agreement for the Passenger business sale and various certifications - Exhibit **2.1** is the Equity Purchase Agreement, dated **August 1, 2025**, for the sale of the Passenger business to Joby Aviation, Inc[252](index=252&type=chunk) - Includes certifications of the Principal Executive Officer (**31.1, 32.1**) and Principal Financial Officer (**31.2, 32.2**) pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act and Sarbanes-Oxley Act[252](index=252&type=chunk) [SIGNATURES](index=53&type=section&id=SIGNATURES) This section contains the required signatures of the company's executive officers, certifying the accuracy of the report - The report was signed on **August 5, 2025**, by Robert S. Wiesenthal (Chief Executive Officer), William A. Heyburn (Chief Financial Officer), and Amir M. Cohen (Chief Accounting Officer)[259](index=259&type=chunk)
Blade(BLDE) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 13:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company announced a sale of the Blade passenger business to Joby Aviation for up to $125 million, which is expected to create long-term value for stakeholders [6][9] - Medical revenue grew 17.6% year-over-year to a record $45.1 million in Q2 2025, driven by new transplant center customers and increased demand [18][26] - Adjusted EBITDA margin for the medical segment rose to 13.4% in Q2 2025, compared to 11.4% in Q1 2025, but declined from 14.4% in Q2 2024 [18][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The medical business accounted for approximately 60% of revenue in 2024, up from 12% in 2020, and contributed about 85% of the segment's adjusted EBITDA [6][9] - The passenger business saw a 5.5% decrease in short-distance revenue year-over-year, primarily due to lower revenue in the US segment [20] - The passenger segment adjusted EBITDA tripled year-over-year from $800,000 to $2.4 million, driven by improved flight margins and lower SG&A expenses [22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company exited the Canadian market in August 2024, impacting short-distance revenue in the US [20] - European operations showed strong revenue growth due to realignment with local partners and operational changes [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to focus on its medical division as a standalone entity, which will be renamed Strata Critical Medical, emphasizing its growth potential in the medical sector [6][9] - A disciplined capital allocation strategy is planned, supported by approximately $200 million in cash from the passenger business sale [12][26] - The company is entering a long-term partnership with Joby Aviation to access eVTOL aircraft for medical use, enhancing its service offerings [15][32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth prospects of the medical business, expecting mid-teens revenue growth in the second half of 2025 [26] - The company anticipates improved fleet uptime and adjusted EBITDA margins in the medical segment, projecting margins of approximately 15% [26] - Management noted that the divestiture is expected to be neutral to adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow on a go-forward basis [25][26] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with no debt and $113.4 million in cash and short-term investments [25] - The financial impact of the divestiture is expected to be adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow neutral, supported by estimated corporate cost efficiencies of $7 million [10][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the current priorities for capital allocation post-transaction? - Management highlighted opportunities in M&A and organic growth, emphasizing the need for capital to scale the business effectively [29][30] Question: Are there any operational impacts from the divestiture on the medical segment? - Management stated that the company is set up for success as a standalone entity and expects the partnership with Joby to add significant value [32][33] Question: Why was the passenger business sold now? - Management indicated that the market was discounting the value of the passenger business, and the divestiture allows for a clearer focus on the high-growth medical segment [37][38] Question: What is the growth outlook for the medical business? - Management expressed optimism about organic growth driven by new technologies and services, aiming for high teens adjusted EBITDA margins in the long term [41][43] Question: How is the business trending quarter to date? - Management reported strong performance in July, with no signs of seasonal slowdown yet [44] Question: What are the tax implications of the transaction? - Management noted that they have enough NOLs to offset capital gains from the divestiture, expecting minimal cash tax impact [46]
Blade(BLDE) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-05 12:00
Transaction Overview - Blade Passenger division 将以高达 1.25 亿美元的价格出售给 Joby Aviation[9],这笔交易的价格可能会以现金或 Joby 股票支付[10] - Blade 的医疗部门将保留公开上市资格,并更名为 Strata Critical Medical ("Strata"),成为一家纯粹的合同医疗业务公司[9] - 预计资产剥离在调整后的 EBITDA 和自由现金流方面将保持中性,并得到约 700 万美元的年度企业成本效率的支持[9] Financial Performance (Q2 2025) - Medical 部门收入同比增长 18%[18] - Passenger 部门收入同比下降 13%[13] - Medical 部门调整后的 EBITDA 利润率为 13.4%,同比下降 1 个百分点[18] - Passenger 部门调整后的 EBITDA 同比增长 160 万美元[18] - 短途收入(不包括加拿大)同比下降 6%[18] Medical Segment Growth Drivers - 2018 年至 2024 年,心脏、肝脏和肺移植距离增加了 64%[38] - Blade 在器官移植航空物流领域的市场份额估计约为 30%[40] - 地面运输的总潜在市场为 2 亿美元[46] - 器官配置服务的总潜在市场约为 2.5 亿美元[53] Trinity Air Medical Acquisition Impact - 截至 2024 年 9 月 30 日的 12 个月内,Blade/Trinity Medical 部门的总收入约为 1.42 亿美元,分部调整后的 EBITDA 为 1630 万美元[62]
Blade(BLDE) - 2025 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2025-08-05 11:02
Exhibit 99.1 August 5, 2025 Blade Air Mobility Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results NEW YORK — (August 5, 2025) — Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLDE, "Blade" or the "Company"), today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. | | | | | GAAP FINANCIAL RESULTS | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | (in thousands except percentages, unaudited) | | | | | | | | | | Three Months Ended June 30, | | | | Six Months Ended June 30, | | | | ...
Blade Air Mobility Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-08-05 11:00
Core Insights - Blade Air Mobility, Inc. reported a 4.2% increase in revenue to $70.8 million for Q2 2025 compared to $67.9 million in Q2 2024, driven primarily by growth in the Medical segment [9][12] - The company announced the sale of its Passenger division to Joby Aviation for up to $125 million, while the Medical division will remain a standalone public company, rebranding as Strata Critical Medical [6][8] - Net loss improved significantly by $7.6 million year-over-year to $(3.7) million in Q2 2025, with Adjusted EBITDA increasing by $2.2 million to $3.2 million [6][14] Financial Results - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $125.1 million, up 4.7% from $119.5 million in the same period of 2024 [3][9] - Cost of revenue increased by 2.9% to $53.1 million in Q2 2025, while total operating expenses decreased by 5.4% to $75.8 million [3][9] - Gross profit rose to $12.9 million in Q2 2025, reflecting a gross margin improvement to 18.2% from 16.7% in Q2 2024 [3][9] Segment Performance - Medical revenue increased by 17.6% year-over-year to $45.1 million in Q2 2025, while Passenger segment revenue decreased by 13.2% to $25.7 million [9][35] - Flight profit for the Medical segment was $9.9 million, with a flight margin of 22.0%, while the Passenger segment achieved a flight profit of $7.8 million and a flight margin of 30.5% [39][40] - The company reported a decrease in Short Distance revenue by 17.8% to $17.2 million, attributed to reduced demand following a helicopter incident and inclement weather [9][14] Strategic Updates - The divestiture of the Passenger division is expected to be neutral to Adjusted EBITDA and Free Cash Flow on a go-forward basis, supported by estimated corporate cost efficiencies of approximately $7 million [9][12] - Blade's Medical division will focus on contractual healthcare solutions with no direct reimbursement risk, aiming for a strong growth profile [8][9] - The company ended Q2 2025 with $113.4 million in cash and short-term investments, positioning itself for future growth and strategic investments [14][12]
Joby to Buy Blade's Passenger Unit for up to $125M: What's Ahead?
ZACKS· 2025-08-04 19:01
Core Insights - Joby Aviation (JOBY) has announced an acquisition of Blade Air Mobility's (BLDE) urban air mobility passenger business for up to $125 million, which will enhance Joby's market presence in the eVTOL sector [1][10] - The acquisition will provide Joby with immediate access to Blade's existing urban air routes and infrastructure, particularly in New York City, thereby strengthening its position in medical logistics [2][4] - Blade's medical division will remain separate and will be rebranded as Strata Critical Medical, partnering with Joby for organ transportation [3][10] Group 1: Acquisition Details - The deal allows Joby to leverage Blade's experience in premium customer transportation, potentially reducing infrastructure investment and customer acquisition costs [4][5] - Joby aims to commence passenger operations in Dubai next year, aligning with its air taxi commercialization efforts [4] - The acquisition is expected to provide Joby with a competitive edge by enhancing market access and scale while lowering costs for new vertiports [5] Group 2: Market Context - Archer Aviation (ACHR), a competitor in the eVTOL market, is also advancing with its Midnight aircraft for short-haul air taxi services, indicating a growing competitive landscape [6] - Archer has secured agreements for deploying its aircraft in multiple countries, showcasing the international expansion of eVTOL services [7] - Joby's stock performance has significantly outpaced its industry, with shares surging in triple digits over the past year [8][12] Group 3: Financial Metrics - Joby is currently trading at a price-to-book value of 15.81X, which is substantially higher than the industry average of 3.51X, indicating a premium valuation [12] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Joby's losses in 2025 and 2026 has remained stable, suggesting consistent expectations among analysts [13] - Joby currently holds a Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell), reflecting market sentiment towards the stock [14]
Our Trade On Joby Aviation
Benzinga· 2025-08-04 18:44
Group 1 - Joby Aviation is acquiring Blade Air Mobility, Inc., which is described as an "Uber for helicopters," leading to a 21% intraday spike in Joby shares [1] - The trade structure involves a net debit of $2.60, with a maximum gain that is uncapped, a maximum loss of $1,020, and a break-even point at $16.80 according to Fidelity's model [1][2] - The trade includes buying an $18 strike call expiring on January 16, 2026, selling a $17.50 strike put expiring on August 8, 2025, and buying a $15 strike put expiring on August 8, 2025 [4] Group 2 - The catalyst for this trade is the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to have additional headline potential in the following weeks [4] - The strategy aims to take advantage of elevated pre-earnings implied volatility to reduce net cost while maintaining uncapped upside potential [4] - The trade is designed to limit drawdown in case the catalyst does not meet expectations, indicating a cautious approach to risk management [4]
美股异动 将收购Blade Air Mobility(BLDE.US)客运业务 Joby Aviation(JOBY.US)涨超17%
Jin Rong Jie· 2025-08-04 15:51
本文源自:智通财经网 周一,Joby Aviation(JOBY.US)股价走高,截至发稿,该股涨超17%,报20.13美元。Blade Air Mobility(BLDE.US)涨超28%,报4.86美元。消息面上,该公司有意以公司股票或现金形式最高出资1.25 亿美元收购Blade Air Mobility的客运业务。这笔交易预计将在未来几周内完成。 ...
将收购Blade Air Mobility(BLDE.US)客运业务 Joby Aviation(JOBY.US)涨超17%
Zhi Tong Cai Jing· 2025-08-04 15:18
Core Viewpoint - Joby Aviation is planning to acquire Blade Air Mobility's passenger business for up to $125 million in cash or stock, which has positively impacted the stock prices of both companies [1] Group 1: Company Performance - Joby Aviation's stock price increased by over 17%, reaching $20.13 [1] - Blade Air Mobility's stock price surged by over 28%, reaching $4.86 [1] Group 2: Acquisition Details - The acquisition is expected to be completed within the next few weeks [1] - The total potential investment for the acquisition is up to $125 million [1]