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Sep 30, 2024
Gogo Q3 2024 Earnings Report
Gogo's revenue increased slightly, driven by growth in service revenue and AVANCE aircraft online, but net income and Adjusted EBITDA decreased due to various factors including increased expenses and acquisition-related costs.
Key Takeaways
Gogo Inc. reported a 3% year-over-year increase in total revenue, reaching $100.5 million for Q3 2024. Service revenue also grew by 3% to $81.9 million. Net income decreased by 49% to $10.6 million, and Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 19% to $34.8 million. The company updated its 2024 guidance and highlighted strategic wins with Textron Aviation and Wheels Up.
Total revenue increased by 3% year-over-year to $100.5 million.
Service revenue increased by 3% year-over-year to $81.9 million.
Net income decreased by 49% year-over-year to $10.6 million.
Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 19% year-over-year to $34.8 million.
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Forward Guidance
Gogo anticipates total revenue between $400 million and $410 million. Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be in the range of $120 million to $130 million. Free Cash Flow is expected to be between $55 million and $65 million, inclusive of $35 million from the FCC Reimbursement Program.
Positive Outlook
- Total revenue expected to be in the range of $400 million to $410 million.
- Adjusted EBITDA expected to be in the range of $120 million to $130 million.
- Free Cash Flow expected to be in the range of $55 million to $65 million, including $35 million from the FCC Reimbursement Program.
- Capital expenditures are projected to be approximately $30 million.
- Satcom Direct acquisition expected to be accretive day one.
Challenges Ahead
- Guidance excludes the impact of the closing of the Satcom Direct transaction.
- Multi-year long-term financial targets previously provided on August 7, 2024, have been withdrawn.
- Adjusted EBITDA guidance reflects increased legal expenses from ongoing legal proceedings.
- Adjusted EBITDA guidance includes approximately $20 million of operating expenses for strategic and operational initiatives including Gogo 5G and Gogo Galileo.
- Company expects to reach its net leverage target of 2.5x-3.5x within 1-2 years after closing.