ATLANTA, November 20, 2024--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Volato Group, Inc. (NYSE American: SOAR) ("Volato" or the "Company"), announced the filing of the third quarter 2024 Form 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Form 10-Q can be found at https://ir.flyvolato.com/financial-information/sec-filings or at www.sec.gov.
Third Quarter 2024 Financial Summary
Total revenue for the third quarter increased $36.6 million year-over-year, primarily from an increase in aircraft sales of $38.2 million and subscription revenue of $308 thousand. The increase in revenue from aircraft sales was the result of the delivery and sale of two HondaJet Elite IIs and one Gulfstream G280 during the third quarter of 2024. We have orders for three additional Gulfstream G280 jets and expect delivery in 2025.
Net loss from continuing operations for the third quarter improved to $1.3 million compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $2.6 million in the prior year period. Adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter was $3.2 million compared to negative Adjusted EBITDA in the prior year period. This improvement in Adjusted EBITDA was primarily due to an improvement in aircraft sales and subscription revenue and additional cost savings measures.
NYSE Compliance
On September 5, 2024, the Company received notice from the NYSE American that it had accepted the Company's plan and granted a plan period through December 18, 2025. During the plan period the Company will be subject to quarterly review to determine if it is making progress consistent with the plan. If the Company does not regain compliance with the NYSE American listing standards by December 18, 2025, or if the Company does not make sufficient progress consistent with its plan, then the NYSE American may initiate delisting proceedings.
Path Forward
In the third quarter of 2024, Volato initiated the transition of its Fleet Operations to flyExclusive, with the transition anticipated to conclude in the fourth quarter of 2024. As part of this process, customer relationships, have been transferred from Volato to flyExclusive to ensure continuity and quality of service. This resulted in the reduction of Insider Card deposit liability of $4.1 million in the third quarter of 2024 and is expected to be even greater in the fourth quarter of 2024.
As part of its turnaround, Volato is broadening the reach of its proprietary software, Mission Control, originally built specifically to support Volato’s operations as a large-scale operator. Now chosen by one of the industry’s largest operators, Mission Control has proven its flexibility and effectiveness in addressing varied operational needs. This choice over existing commercial software underscores a significant gap in the market—most available software doesn’t meet the specialized requirements of large operators, leaving only a few with the capacity to create custom solutions.
This adoption by a top-tier operator not only confirms Mission Control’s adaptability but also serves as a proof of concept for broader industry use. Volato aims to extend Mission Control to other operators who need a strong, adaptable management solution, positioning it as a leading choice in aviation software.
About Volato
Volato (NYSE American: SOAR) is an aviation company advancing the industry with innovative solutions in aviation software and on-demand flight access. Volato’s proprietary Mission Control software drives efficiency across operations and supports operators in managing fractional ownership, charter, and other services. Volato’s Vaunt platform connects travelers with available private flights, offering a flexible option for on-demand travel. With a commitment to advanced technology and customer-focused solutions, Volato is building scalable tools to elevate service quality and operational effectiveness in private aviation. For more information visit www.flyvolato.com.
All Volato Part 135 charter flights are operated by its DOT/FAA-authorized air carrier subsidiary (G C Aviation, Inc. d/b/a Volato) or by an approved vendor air carrier.
Forward Looking Statements
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