Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales for Q2 were $16.381 million, with a gross profit of $5.116 million and a gross margin of 31.2% [5][6] - Adjusted EBITDA was $3.401 million, resulting in an adjusted EBITDA margin of 20.8% [6] - The company exceeded its sales estimate of $15 million-$16 million and EBITDA estimate of $3 million-$3.4 million for Q2 [6][7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales of C2B fabric to defense industry customers amounted to $1.65 million in Q2, with a small markup affecting margins [8][9] - The sales ratio of fabric to materials was skewed, impacting margins negatively, with a more typical ratio expected to be 40/60 [9][10] - The company reported a significant increase in missed shipments totaling $510,000 due to customer certification and testing delays [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company highlighted its involvement in various aerospace market segments, with a focus on niche military aerospace programs [18][19] - The commercial aerospace market is expected to accelerate, while military programs are anticipated to see significant growth [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on increasing manufacturing capacity in partnership with ArianeGroup to meet rising demand for Raycarb C2B fabric [41][42] - The strategy emphasizes customer satisfaction through flexibility, urgency, and responsiveness, which is central to the company's operational approach [47][48] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the future, noting a shift in OEM attitudes towards ramping up production and collaborating with suppliers [40] - The company expects to exceed $70 million in revenue for fiscal 2026, reflecting a positive outlook for the aerospace industry [39][40] Other Important Information - The company has maintained a strong cash position with $61.6 million in cash and marketable securities at the end of Q2 [50] - The company has a long history of uninterrupted cash dividends, totaling over $606 million since fiscal 2005 [50][51] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the expected impact of tariffs going forward? - Management indicated minimal impact from tariffs, as costs are being passed on to customers, and controls have been implemented to manage tariff-related expenses [45] Question: How is the company addressing customer satisfaction? - The company is committed to making customers love them by being proactive in understanding customer needs and providing exceptional service [47][48]