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Blade Air Mobility, Inc. reported developments for a technology-powered air mobility platform that provided hospital air transportation and logistics, including human organ transport, and passenger helicopter and fixed-wing services in the Northeast United States and Southern Europe. Recurring updates covered operating results, medical revenue trends, conference presentations, and the company's asset-light service model supported by terminal infrastructure and proprietary technologies.
Company news also addressed electric aviation integration, including collaboration with advanced air mobility manufacturers and participation in an electric passenger flight. After the completed sale of the Passenger business and the name change to Strata Critical Medical, the public-company story centers on critical medical logistics and clinical services.
Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLDE) announced its CEO, Rob Wiesenthal, will present at the 24th Annual Needham Growth Conference on Thursday, January 13, at 10:45 am ET. A live webcast will be available HERE, with a replay accessible until April 13, 2022, on the company’s investor relations website.
Blade focuses on providing cost-effective air transport alternatives and is positioned for a transition to Electric Vertical Aircraft, enhancing environmental sustainability.
Blade Air Mobility reported fiscal fourth quarter revenues increased 144% to $20.3 million compared to 2020, and 28% higher versus 2019. Full-year revenues reached $50.5 million, marking a 116% increase from 2020. Blade maintains $305 million in cash for acquisition strategies, enhancing its standing as the largest Urban Air Mobility entity in North America. The company has seen a resurgence in Short Distance business, nearing pre-covid revenue levels. However, net loss for the quarter rose to $9.2 million.
Blade Air Mobility (BLDE) announced an acquisition of Helijet International, enhancing its scheduled air mobility services. Helijet generated approximately US$15 million in 2019, flying about 100,000 passengers. The deal grants Blade exclusive rights to Helijet’s operations in Canada and the U.S. Pacific Northwest, utilizing existing infrastructure. The US$12 million acquisition aims to integrate Electric Vertical Aircraft (EVA) technology, expanding Blade’s market presence and infrastructure for efficient, sustainable air transport.
Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLDE) announced CEO Rob Wiesenthal's presentation at the Credit Suisse 25th Annual Technology Conference on Wednesday, December 1, at 1:40 pm ET. A webcast will be available HERE, with a replay accessible until March 1, 2022, on the investor relations site. Blade focuses on reducing travel friction through cost-effective air transportation, utilizing helicopters, amphibious aircraft, and transitioning to Electric Vertical Aircraft (eVTOL).
Blade Air Mobility has enhanced its services by launching a helicopter route connecting Manhattan to Newark Airport, available six days a week at $195 per seat, or $95 for Blade passholders. A dedicated terminal space at Newark is in development, improving the travel experience and accommodating planned Electric Vertical Aircraft services. Blade's JFK route also continues to operate six days a week as passenger volumes surpass pre-COVID levels, driven by increased demand and the reopening of international travel.
Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLDE) will announce its fiscal fourth quarter and full year financial results for the period ending September 30, 2021, on December 20, 2021, before market opening. The company plans to host a conference call at 8:00 am Eastern Time that same day, led by CEO Rob Wiesenthal and CFO Will Heyburn, where they will discuss the financial results and engage in a Q&A session. Access to the call and a webcast will be available on Blade's Investor Relations website.
Blade Air Mobility (NASDAQ: BLDE) has appointed Reggie Love to its Board of Directors, replacing David Zaslav, who is stepping down. Love, a Senior Advisor at Apollo Global Management, brings extensive leadership experience. The change comes after Blade's successful public listing, marking a pivotal moment for the company. Zaslav acknowledged the decision as timely, having played a significant role since the company’s inception. Blade aims to revolutionize air transportation with its innovative, eco-friendly solutions.
Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLDE) has completed the acquisition of Trinity Air Medical, a multi-modal organ logistics company. This transaction, valued at approximately $23 million, includes 100% of Trinity's stock, which generated around $16 million in revenue in 2020. Additionally, there is potential contingent consideration based on Trinity achieving specific EBITDA growth targets over three years. The acquisition aims to enhance Blade's position in air mobility by integrating organ transportation capabilities.
Blade Air Mobility (Nasdaq: BLDE) has announced its acquisition of Trinity Air Medical, a company specializing in organ logistics and transportation. The deal, valued at approximately $23 million, is expected to enhance Blade's MediMobility business, which is already growing at over 60% annually. Trinity is profitable, with revenues of about $16 million in 2020. This acquisition will position Blade as the largest dedicated organ air transport provider in the U.S., leveraging Trinity's relationships with transplant centers and the potential for drone and eVTOL transport.
Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (Nasdaq:BLDE) announced that CEO Rob Wiesenthal will participate in the Deutsche Bank Virtual Technology Conference on Thursday, September 9th, at 4:30 PM ET. A webcast will be available here.
Blade aims to revolutionize air travel with its technology-driven platform, primarily using helicopters and amphibious aircraft, and plans to transition to Electric Vertical Aircraft, offering emission-free options for congested routes.