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Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) is active in both aerospace and gaming management, and its news flow reflects this dual focus. Company press releases cover developments in its Aerospace Products segment, including aircraft structural modifications, avionics programs, Special Mission Electronics and defense-related products, as well as updates from its Professional Services segment, which manages the Boot Hill Casino and Resort gaming, dining and entertainment facility in Dodge City, Kansas.
Investors following BUKS news can expect regular announcements on financial results, such as quarterly and annual performance for its aerospace and gaming operations. Management commentary in these releases often discusses revenue trends in aircraft modification, special mission electronics, mobile sports wagering and traditional casino gaming, along with observations about backlog and segment margins.
Butler National also issues news on regulatory and certification milestones, including Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approvals and, in the case of Avcon, EASA and CAA approvals for non-halon fire extinguisher installations in Learjet aircraft. Additional coverage includes updates on corporate governance initiatives, Board and executive appointments, sales organization changes and stock repurchase programs authorized by the Board of Directors.
This news page aggregates these company-issued updates so readers can review Butler National’s reported progress in aircraft modification and avionics, its Special Mission Electronics activities, its management of Boot Hill Casino and Resort, and its governance and capital allocation decisions in one place.
Avcon Industries (OTCQX: BUKS) received FAA Supplemental Type Certificate No. SA01975WI on March 30, 2026, approving a single camera/sensor port installation for Cessna Model 208 aircraft.
This STC expands Avcon's Caravan special-mission offerings alongside existing approvals for dual camera ports, a lower-fuselage radar pod and a retractable sensor lift; the company plans a 208B single-port option soon.
Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) reported Q3 FY2026 results for the quarter ended January 31, 2026. Revenue rose 27% to $26.9M, operating income increased 129% to $9.2M, and net income grew 98% to $6.7M; EPS was $0.10.
The Aerospace Products segment led growth with $17.1M (up 50%). The company repurchased 222,168 shares, invested ~$1.6M in product development, and reported a backlog of approximately $37.0M.
Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) reported Q2 FY2026 results for the quarter ended October 31, 2025: revenue $23.25M (up 9% vs prior year), operating income $7.08M (up 46%), net income $5.99M (up 67%) and EPS $0.09 vs $0.05 a year earlier.
Aerospace Products drove results with 20% segment revenue growth to $14.0M, improved margins and STC approvals after ~$1.7M of product development investment. Backlog totaled $46.3M versus $38.1M a year earlier. The company repurchased 687,852 shares in Q2 and invested in new machining equipment; total assets were $128.18M and stockholders' equity $70.21M.
Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) announced that EASA and UK CAA issued Supplemental Type Certificates for Avcon's non-halon portable fire extinguisher replacements for Learjet aircraft.
EASA STC No. 10088775 and CAA STC No. 00484 approve Halotron BrX-filled, size-equivalent extinguishers across a full Learjet model list; FAA previously issued STC No. ST12087CH. The approvals enable compliance with EU/Montreal Protocol rules requiring replacement of hand-held halon extinguishers by December 31, 2025. Avcon and Butler plan to stock kits with FAA Form 8130 and associated paperwork for rapid installation.
Butler National - Tempe (OTCQX: BUKS), a subsidiary specializing in Special Mission Electronics, has received the Northrop Grumman Corporation Silver Award for outstanding quarterly performance during April-June 2025.
The recognition comes through Northrop Grumman's Supplier Assessment Management System (SAMS) Scorecard, which evaluates suppliers across multiple categories including management, technical capabilities, schedule adherence, cost management, and quality assurance. Butler National - Tempe's core business involves designing and manufacturing control systems, gun simulators, aircraft fuel tank safety solutions, and ruggedized cabling systems for commercial and defense clients.
Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) reported strong Q1 FY2026 financial results, with operating income increasing 32% to $4.67 million and net income surging 64% to $3.69 million. Revenue grew 1.5% to $20.13 million, driven by a 7% increase in Aerospace Products segment revenue to $11.3 million.
The company's Aerospace Products segment showed significant improvement with operating margins expanding to 25% from 13% year-over-year, benefiting from Butler-Tempe production efficiencies and increased Aircraft Avionics business. The Professional Services segment saw a 5% revenue decline to $8.8 million, impacted by increased Kansas gaming revenue share and regional economic challenges, though mobile sports wagering revenue grew to $1.3 million.
During Q1, Butler National repurchased 2.41 million shares and has authorized an additional $5 million for future stock repurchases.
Avcon Industries (OTCQX:BUKS) and its affiliate Butler Avionics have received FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for installing non-halon portable fire extinguishers in multiple Learjet aircraft models. The certification (STC No. ST12087CH) enables the replacement of existing halon fire extinguishers with Halotron BrX-filled alternatives.
The approval is particularly significant as it addresses the European Union's mandate requiring replacement of hand-held halon fire extinguishers in airplane cabins and crew compartments by December 31, 2025. The company is currently pursuing EASA validation of the STC approval and working to expand the STC-approved model list.
Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) has announced a significant share repurchase initiative, having bought back 2.41 million shares at an average price of $1.51 per share since April 30, 2025. The company has concluded its 2016 Stock Repurchase Program and launched a new $5 million repurchase program extending through April 2027.
The new program authorizes the repurchase of approximately 4.8% of the company's 64.8 million outstanding shares at current market prices. Of the recent 2.41 million share repurchase, Butler National has paid $2.9 million to sellers with $0.9 million in remaining payment obligations due before December 31, 2025.
Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS), a leader in aircraft modification and gaming management services, has adopted new Corporate Governance Guidelines to enhance its board structure and governance practices. The guidelines include both existing policies and new measures, with a notable addition of a mandatory retirement age of 75 for directors.
The company has implemented several governance improvements over the past year, including annual director elections, removal of the poison-pill, appointment of a Lead Independent Director, separation of Chairman and CEO roles, and adoption of a majority vote standard for uncontested director elections. These guidelines are now available on the company's Investor Relations website.
Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) reported strong financial results for fiscal year 2025, with record earnings of $0.19 per share and record operating income of $16.8 million, up 27% year-over-year. The company achieved revenue of $84 million, a 7% increase, driven by a 15% growth in Aerospace Products segment.
The Aerospace segment's success was attributed to improved production efficiencies at Avcon and Butler-Tempe, while Professional Services maintained stable revenue at $38.3 million despite regional economic challenges. The company's backlog grew to $33.6 million from $30.3 million year-over-year, with significant developments in aircraft modification projects and new STC approvals.