AeroVironment reported a 32% increase in revenue for Q2 2022, reaching $122 million, driven by acquisitions in the MUAS and Unmanned Ground Vehicles segments. However, income from operations decreased by $10.6 million due to higher SG&A and R&D expenses.
Revenue increased by 32% to $122.0 million compared to the second quarter of fiscal 2021.
Gross margin increased to $42.5 million, but decreased as a percentage of revenue to 35% due to intangible amortization expense.
Income from operations decreased to $3.3 million from $13.9 million in the prior year.
Funded backlog as of October 30, 2021, was $252.0 million.
The Company has reduced its full year fiscal 2022 expectations due to negative impact from supply chain delays, extended procurement cycles, slower decision making in Washington and staffing shortages.
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