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Applied Aerospace: Q3 Earnings Snapshot
The company cited supply-chain and approval delays as it lowered 2026 revenue guidance to $660 million to $670 million.
On Wednesday, Applied Aerospace & Defense Inc. reported record third-quarter revenue of $182.1 million but lowered full-year 2026 guidance to $660 million to $670 million due to supply chain and approval delays.
Sustained demand across military rotorcraft and space programs drove Applied's contracted backlog to a record $1.3 billion, representing 12% growth over the second quarter and providing visibility into future customer work.
The Huntsville, Alabama-based firm posted third-quarter profit of $30.6 million, while adjusted EBITDA rose 37.4% year-over-year to $39.7 million, driven by double-digit growth across all three market areas.
Supply chain constraints and government approval delays shifted between $15 million and $20 million of rotorcraft aftermarket revenue into 2027, with management expecting fourth-quarter gross margins to average approximately 26%.
Expanding its Stockton facility, Applied maintains strong future visibility with approximately 75% of projected 2027 revenue already secured through firm-funded orders, providing confidence in demand outlook.