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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

þ
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended:   June 30, 2010

or

¨
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(-D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from ______ to _______

Commission File Number: 000-27250

AML COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
 
77-0130894
(State or Other jurisdiction of
 
(IRS Employer
incorporation or organization)
 
Identification No.)

1000 Avenida Acaso
   
Camarillo, California
 
93012
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
(Zip Code)

(805) 388-1345 

(Registrant’s telephone number including area code)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.  Yes þ No ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period than the registrant was required to submit and post such files).  Yes  ¨ No  ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company.  See definition of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer ¨
Accelerated filer ¨
Non-accelerated filer ¨ (Do not check if a smaller reporting company)
Smaller reporting company þ

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).
Yes ¨ No  þ
 

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.

Common Stock Outstanding as of August 10, 2010: 10,748,865 shares

 

 

AML Communications, Inc.
    
Index to Form 10-Q
June 30, 2010

Part I
Financial Information
 
     
Item 1.
Financial Statements (Unaudited)
 
     
 
Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2010 and Consolidated Balance Sheet as of March 31, 2010
3
     
 
Unaudited Consolidated Income Statements for the three month periods ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009
4
     
 
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash flows for the three month periods ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009
5
     
 
Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements
6
     
Item 2.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
16
     
Item 3.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
22
     
Item 4.
Controls and Procedures
22
     
Part II
Other Information
 
     
Item 1.
Legal Proceedings
22
     
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
23
     
Item 2.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
23
     
Item 3.
Defaults Upon Senior Securities
23
     
Item 5.
Other Information
23
     
Item 6.
Exhibits
23
     
 
SIGNATURES
26

 
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PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.
Financial Statements
AML COMMUNICATIONS, INC. & SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(UNAUDITED)
   
As on June 30,
2010
   
As on March 31, 
2010
 
ASSETS
           
Current Assets:
           
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 3,299,000     $ 3,327,000  
Accounts receivable, net
    3,117,000       3,148,000  
Inventories, net
    3,778,000       3,498,000  
Note receivable
    2,000       4,000  
Prepaid expenses
    202,000       218,000  
Deferred tax asset - current
    1,068,000       1,277,000  
Total current assets
    11,466,000       11,472,000  
                 
Property and equipment, at cost
    7,623,000       7,417,000  
Less: Accumulated depreciation
    (5,679,000 )     (5,534,000 )
Property and equipment, net
    1,944,000       1,883,000  
                 
Deferred tax asset – Non current
    2,931,000       2,931,000  
Intangible Assets:
               
Technologies, net
    1,535,000       1,583,000  
Patents, net
    45,000       51,000  
Customer relationship, net
    30,000       32,000  
Trademarks and brand names
    201,000       202,000  
Total intangible assets
    1,811,000       1,868,000  
Deposits
    34,000       42,000  
Total Assets
  $ 18,186,000     $ 18,196,000  
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
               
                 
Current Liabilities:
               
Line of credit
  $ 130,000     $ 132,000  
Accounts payable
    946,000       832,000  
Current portion of notes payable and capital lease obligation
    100,000       110,000  
Accrued expenses:
               
Accrued payroll and payroll related expenses
    490,000       993,000  
Other accrued liabilities
    295,000       273,000  
Total current liabilities
    1,961,000       2,340,000  
                 
Long term notes payable
    577,000       581,000  
Capital lease obligations, net of current portion
    84,000       97,000  
Line of credit, net of current portion
    7,000       29,000  
                 
Commitments and contingencies
               
                 
Stockholders’ Equity:
               
Common stock, $0.01 par value: 15,000,000 shares authorized; 10,738,415 and 10,680,915 shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2010 and March 31, 2010, respectively. 38,600 shares held in treasury as of June 30, 2010
    107,000       107,000  
Capital in excess of par value
    14,296,000       14,203,000  
Retained earnings
    1,181,000       866,000  
Treasury stock – 38,600 shares of treasury stock held
    (27,000 )     (27,000 )
Total stockholders equity
    15,557,000       15,149,000  
Total Liabilities and stockholders equity
  $ 18,186,000     $ 18,196,000  
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited consolidated financial statements.

 
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AML COMMUNICATIONS, INC. & SUBSIDIARY
 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(UNAUDITED)

   
Three Month Periods Ended June 30
 
   
2010
   
2009
 
             
Net sales
  $ 3,733,000     $ 3,351,000  
Cost of goods sold
    1,878,000       1,970,000  
Gross profit
    1,855,000       1,381,000  
                 
Operating expenses:
               
Selling, general & administrative
    792,000       694,000  
Research and development
    522,000       535,000  
 Total operating expenses
    1,314,000       1,229,000  
                 
Income from operations
    541,000       152,000  
Other Income (Expense)
               
Gain on sale of property & equipment
    -       21,000  
Interest & other expense
    (17,000 )     (19,000 )
Total other income (expense)
    (17,000 )     2,000  
Income before provision for income taxes
    524,000       154,000  
Provision for income taxes
    210,000       62,000  
Net income
  $ 314,000     $ 92,000  
                 
Basic earnings per common share
  $ 0.03     $ 0.01  
                 
Basic weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding
    10,695,000       10,655,000  
                 
Diluted earnings per common share
  $ 0.03     $ 0.01  
                 
Diluted weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding
    11,276,000       10,718,000  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited consolidated financial statements.

 
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AML COMMUNICATIONS, INC. & SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)

   
Three Month Periods Ended June 30
 
   
2010
   
2009
 
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
           
Net income
  $ 314,000     $ 92,000  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
               
Depreciation
    145,000       168,000  
Provision for bad debts
    8,000       (2,000 )
Inventory reserves
    19,000       (42,000 )
Stock options compensation
    35,000       41,000  
Amortization
    57,000       57,000  
Gain on sale of property & equipment
          (21,000 )
Changes in current assets and liabilities:
               
Decrease (increase) in:
               
Accounts receivable
    25,000       (407,000 )
Inventories
    (300,000 )     (35,000 )
Other assets
    24,000        
Deferred tax asset
    210,000       62,000  
Increase (decrease) in:
               
Accounts payable
    114,000       188,000  
Accrued expenses
    (481,000 )     (328,000 )
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
    170,000       (227,000 )
                 
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
               
Purchases of property and equipment
    (206,000 )     (36,000 )
Net cash used in investing activities
    (206,000 )     (36,000 )
                 
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
               
Acquisition of treasury stock
          (27,000 )
Proceeds from exercise of stock options
    58,000        
Payments on line of credit
    (24,000 )     (84,000 )
Payments on notes payable
    (9,000 )     (2,000 )
Principle payments on capital lease obligations
    (17,000 )     (2,000 )
Net cash used in financing activities
    8,000       (115,000 )
Net decrease in Cash and Cash Equivalents
    (28,000 )     (378,000 )
Cash and Cash Equivalents, beginning of period
    3,327,000       1,581,000  
Cash and Cash Equivalents, end of period
  $ 3,299,000     $ 1,203,000  
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
               
Cash paid during the period for:
               
Interest
  $ 17,000     $ 20,000  
Income Taxes
  $ 45,000     $ 20,000  
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash flow investing and financing activity:
               
Debt incurred to acquire property and equipment
        $ 219,000  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited consolidated financial statements.

 
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AML COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
June 30, 2010

AML Communications, Inc. is a producer and marketer of specialized amplifiers and integrated assemblies for the defense industry.  The Company currently conducts its operations through two reportable segments: (1) microwave amplifiers and integrated assemblies that are designed, manufactured, and marketed by the Company, and (2) the UltraSatNet, an Intelligent Satellite Utility Communication Solution for the monitoring and control of power grid distribution, that is designed, manufactured, and marketed through its wholly owned subsidiary, Mica-Tech, Inc.

1.           Basis of Presentation

          The accompanying financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.  However, certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States have been omitted or condensed pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).  In the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) necessary for a fair presentation have been included.  The results of operations and cash flows for the three-month period presented are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations for a full year.  These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010.

Principles of Consolidation

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of AML Communications, Inc. (“AML”), including its Santa Clara Operation, and its wholly owned subsidiary, Mica-Tech. Inc. (“Mica-Tech”), (collectively, the “Company”, “we” or “us”).  All significant inter-company accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

2.           Critical Accounting Policies

Our discussion and analysis of our financial conditions and results of operations are based upon our financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States. The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and disclosures on the date of the financial statements.  On an on-going basis, we evaluate our estimates, including, but not limited to, those related to revenue recognition.  We use authoritative pronouncements, historical experience, and other assumptions as the basis for making judgments.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.  We believe that the following critical accounting policies affect our more significant judgments and estimates in the preparation of our financial statements.

Revenue recognition.  We generate our revenue through the sale of products.  Our policy is to recognize revenue when the applicable revenue recognition criteria have been met, which generally include the following:

 
·
Persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists;
 
·
Delivery has occurred or services have been rendered;
 
·
Price is fixed or determinable; and
 
·
Collectibility is reasonably assured.

Revenue from the sale of products is generally recognized after both the goods are shipped to the customer and acceptance has been received, if required.  Our products are custom made for our customers, who primarily consist of original engineer manufacturers (OEMs), and we do not accept returns.  Our products are shipped complete and ready to be incorporated into higher level assemblies by our customers.  The terms of the customer arrangements generally pass title and risk of ownership to the customer at the time of shipment.

Recording revenue from the sale of products involves the use of estimates and management judgment.  We must make a determination at the time of sale whether the customer has the ability to make payments in accordance with arrangements.  While we do utilize past payment history, and, to the extent available for new customers, public credit information in making our assessment, the determination of whether collectibility is reasonably assured is ultimately a judgment decision that must be made by management.

 
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          Allowance for Doubtful Accounts.  We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts receivable based on customer-specific allowances, as well as a general allowance.  Specific allowances are maintained for customers that are determined to have a high degree of collectibility risk based on such factors, among others, as: (i) the aging of the accounts receivable balance; (ii) the customer’s past payment experience; and (iii) a deterioration in the customer’s financial condition, evidenced by weak financial condition and/or continued poor operating results, reduced credit ratings, and/or a bankruptcy filing.  In addition to the specific allowance, we maintain a general allowance for all our accounts receivables which are not covered by a specific allowance.  The general allowance is established based on such factors, among others, as: (i) the total balance of the outstanding accounts receivable, including considerations of the aging categories of those accounts receivable; (ii) past history of uncollectible accounts receivable write-offs; and (iii) the overall creditworthiness of the customer base.  A considerable amount of judgment is required in assessing the realizability of accounts receivables.  Should any of the factors considered in determining the adequacy of the overall allowance change, an adjustment to the provision for doubtful accounts receivable may be necessary.
 
          Inventories.  Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, cost being determined on the first-in, first-out method.  Inventories are written down if the estimated net realizable value is less than the recorded value.  We review the carrying cost of our inventories by product each quarter to determine the adequacy of our reserves for obsolescence.  In accounting for inventories, we must make estimates regarding the estimated net realizable value of our inventory.  This estimate is based, in part, on our forecasts of future sales and age of the inventory.

          Intangible Assets.  We test intangible assets with indefinite lives for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently if certain events occur.  If the assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized will be measured by the amount in which the carrying amount exceeds the fair value of the assets.  For our intangible assets with finite lives, including our customer lists, existing technology, and patents, we amortize the costs of the assets over their useful lives and assess impairment at least annually or whenever events and circumstances suggest the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable. Determining the life of the assets with finite lives is judgmental in nature and involves the use of estimates and assumptions.  These estimates and assumptions involve a variety of factors, including future market growth and conditions, forecasted revenues and costs and a strategic review of our business and operations.  We base our fair value estimates on assumptions we believe to be reasonable but that are unpredictable and inherently uncertain.  Actual future results may differ from those estimates.  In the event we determine that an intangible asset is impaired in the future, an adjustment to the value of the asset would be charged to earnings in the period such determination is made.

          Existing Technology.  Our existing technology is based on a patent issued in 1990, which continues to be the main technology of MPI.  It is a substrate deposition technology that is mature and with no replacement technology forecasted.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

In June 2009, the FASB issued ASC 860 (previously SFAS No. 166, “Accounting for Transfers of Financial Assets”), which requires additional information regarding transfers of financial assets, including securitization transactions, and where companies have continuing exposure to the risks related to transferred financial assets. SFAS 166 eliminates the concept of a “qualifying special-purpose entity,” changes the requirements for derecognizing financial assets, and requires additional disclosures. SFAS 166 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2009. There was no material impact upon the adoption of this standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In June 2009, the FASB issued ASC 810 (previously SFAS No. 167) for determining whether to consolidate a variable interest entity. These amended standards eliminate a mandatory quantitative approach to determine whether a variable interest gives the entity a controlling financial interest in a variable interest entity in favor of a qualitatively focused analysis, and require an ongoing reassessment of whether an entity is the primary beneficiary. This Statement is effective for reporting period that begin after November 15, 2009. There was no material impact upon the adoption of this standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

Management does not believe that any other recently issued, but not yet effective accounting standards, if adopted, will have a material effect on our financial statements.

 
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3.           Earnings Per Share

FASB ASC 260, “Earnings Per Share”, (formerly SFAS No. 128) requires the presentation of basic earnings per share and diluted earnings per share. Basic and diluted earnings per share computations are presented by the Company to conform to the standard and are based on the weighted average number of shares of Common Stock outstanding during the year.
 
Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income or loss by the weighted average number of shares outstanding for the year. “Diluted” earnings per share is computed by dividing net income or loss by the total of the weighted average number of shares outstanding, and the dilutive effect of outstanding stock options (applying the treasury stock method).

          The Company had approximately 1,893,000 of granted stock options that were exercisable as of June 30, 2010 and approximately 1,768,000 of granted stock options and warrants exercisable at June 30, 2009.

          The following is a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations:

Three months ended June 30, 2010 (unaudited)
 
Net Income
   
Shares
   
Per Share
 
Basic earnings per shares:
                 
Net income available to common stockholders
  $ 314,000       10,695,000     $ 0.03  
Effect of dilutive securities:
                       
Stock options
            581,000          
Diluted earnings per share:
  $ 314,000       11,276,000     $ 0.03  

Three months ended June 30, 2009 (unaudited)
 
Net Income
   
Shares
   
Per Share
 
Basic earnings per shares:
                 
Net income available to common stockholders
  $ 92,000       10,655,000     $ 0.01  
Effect of dilutive securities:
                       
Stock options & warrants
            63,000          
Diluted earnings per share:
  $ 92,000       10,718,000     $ 0.01  

4.          Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable as of June 30, 2010 and March 31, 2010 are as follows:

   
June 30, 2010
   
March 31, 2010
 
   
(Unaudited)
       
             
Accounts receivable
  $ 3,222,000     $ 3,246,000  
Allowance for bad debts
    (105,000 )     (98,000 )
    $ 3,117,000     $ 3,148,000  

5.           Inventories

Inventories include costs of material, labor and manufacturing overhead and are stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out) or market and consist of the following:

   
June 30, 2010
   
March 31, 2010
 
   
(Unaudited)
       
             
Raw materials, net
  $ 2,667,000     $ 2,576,000  
Work in process
    700,000       678,000  
Finished goods
    411,000       244,000  
    $ 3,778,000     $ 3,498,000  

 
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6.           Property & equipment

Property and equipment are depreciated on the straight-line basis over the following estimated useful lives:

Machinery and equipment
3 to 5 years
Furniture and fixtures
5 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of life of lease or life of improvement
Building
30 years

Depreciation expense was $145,000 and $168,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009, respectively.

             The Company capitalizes expenditures that materially increase asset lives and charges ordinary repairs and maintenance to operations as incurred. When assets are sold or otherwise disposed of, the cost and related depreciation or amortization is removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is included in other income (expense) in the accompanying statements of operations.

Property and equipment as of June 30, 2010 and March 31, 2010 consist of the following:

   
June 30, 2010
   
March 31, 2010
 
   
(Unaudited)
       
Building
  $ 800,000     $ 800,000  
Machinery and equipment
    5,668,000       5,467,000  
Furniture and fixtures
    209,000       209,000  
Leasehold improvements
    701,000       696,000  
Leased assets
    245,000       245,000  
Accumulated depreciation
    (5,679,000 )     (5,534,000 )
    $ 1,944,000     $ 1,883,000  

7.      Intangible Assets

The Company accounts for its intangible assets under the applicable guidelines of Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification (FASB ASC) 350, “Intangibles – Goodwill and Other” (formerly SFAS 142 “Goodwill and other intangible assets”) and FASB ASC 360, “Property, Plant, and Equipment” (formerly SFAS 144 “accounting for the impairment or disposal of long lived assets”). Where intangible assets have finite lives, they are amortized over their useful life unless factors exist to indicate that the asset has been impaired. The Company evaluates if the assets are impaired annually or on an interim basis if an event occurs or circumstances change to suggest that the assets value has diminished. Under FASB ASC 360, when deemed necessary, the Company completes the evaluation of the recoverability of its long-lived assets by comparing the carrying amount of the assets against the estimated undiscounted future cash flows associated with them. If such evaluations indicate that the future undiscounted cash flows of long-lived assets are not sufficient to recover the carrying value of such assets, the assets are adjusted to their estimated fair values. Under FASB ASC 360 intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are required to be tested annually for impairment or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If the assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount exceeds the fair value of the assets. During the three months ended June 30, 2010, the Company recognized no impairment.

          At June 30, 2010, intangibles consisted of the following:

Intangibles (unaudited)
 
Gross Carrying
Amount
   
Accumulated
Amortization
   
Net
 
                   
Amortized intangibles:
                 
Patents
  $ 189,000     $ (144,000 )   $ 45,000  
Existing Technology
    2,504,000       (969,000 )     1,535,000  
Customer Lists
    339,000       (339,000 )      
Customer Relationship
    50,000       (20,000 )     30,000  
Trademarks and Brand Names
    24,000       (4,000 )     20,000  
                         
Unamortized intangibles:
                       
Trademarks
    181,000             181,000  
    $ 3,287,000     $ (1,476,000 )   $ 1,811,000  

 
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           At March 31, 2010, intangibles consisted of the following:

Intangibles
 
Gross Carrying
Amount
   
Accumulated
Amortization
   
Net
 
                   
Amortized intangibles:
                 
Patents
  $ 189,000     $ (138,000 )   $ 51,000  
Existing Technology
    2,504,000       (921,000 )     1,583,000  
Customer Lists
    339,000       (339,000 )      
Customer Relationship
    50,000       (18,000 )     32,000  
Trademarks and Brand Names
    24,000       (3,000 )     21,000  
                         
Unamortized intangibles:
                       
Trademarks
    181,000             181,000  
    $ 3,287,000     $ (1,419,000 )   $ 1,868,000  
 
Due to the acquisition of MPI in the quarter ended June 30, 2004 and the acquisition of Mica-Tech on April 11, 2007 (51%) and February 19, 2008 (100%), we recorded the intangible assets above.
 
For the intangible assets we acquired from the MPI acquisition, we assigned an 8-year life to Patents, a 12-year life to Existing Technology, and a 3-year life to Customer Lists. All items are subject to amortization. The value assigned to Trademarks, which have an indefinite life, should not be amortized and is subject to an annual impairment testing.
 
For the intangible assets we acquired from the Mica-Tech acquisition, we initially assigned a 12-year life to Existing Technology, a 3-year life to Customer Relationship, a 1-year life to Backlog and an indefinite life to Trademarks and Brand Names. During the quarter ended September 30, 2007, Mica-Tech’s management thoroughly reevaluated the life span of Mica-Tech’s intangible asset and assigned a new life span to these intangible assets: a 15-year life to Existing Technology, a 6-year life to Customer Relationship, and a 15-year life to Trademarks and Brand Names. All items stated are subject to amortization. Backlog was amortized on fulfillment of orders.

Amortization expense from continuing operation for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and 2009 was $57,000.  We expect amortization expense for the next five years to be as follows:

Twelve month period ending June 30:
     
2011
  $ 228,000  
2012
  $ 226,000  
2013
  $ 205,000  
2014
  $ 201,000  
2015
  $ 196,000  

 
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8.           Debt and lease commitments

Line of credit

At June 30, 2010, AML had a line of credit agreement with Bridge Bank. On September 16, 2008, we signed a Business Financing Modification Agreement (the “Modification Agreement”) with Bridge Bank to renew our line of credit, with a credit facility of $1.3 million. Of this $1.3 million, $1.0 million may be used for cash advances against accounts receivables and $0.3 million may be used for equipment advances. Our ability to borrow under this agreement varies based upon eligible accounts receivable and eligible equipment purchases. We are obligated to pay the bank a finance charge at a rate per year equal to the prime rate, which in no event shall be less than 5.00%, plus 0.25% with respect to cash advances, and a rate of such prime rate plus 1.0% with respect to equipment advances. We were obligated to pay a facility fee of $2,500 upon execution of the Modification Agreement and annually thereafter. We were also obligated to pay a one-time equipment loan facility fee of $2,500 upon execution of the Modification Agreement.  We must maintain certain financial requirements, including a minimum Asset Coverage Ratio of 1.50 to 1.00. We are also required to stay within 80% of our planned quarterly revenue. We were in compliance with these requirements at June 30, 2010; however, there is no assurance that we will be in compliance at future dates. This agreement to provide cash advances against accounts receivables terminates on August 15, 2010 or upon a date that the bank or AML chooses to terminate the agreement. Any unpaid balance is due and payable pursuant to the agreement on the termination date. Bridge Bank maintains a perfected first priority security interest in all of our assets, including intellectual property and general intangibles currently owned or later acquired. At June 30, 2010, we had an outstanding balance of $0 under the accounts receivable agreement and $95,000 under the equipment financing agreement, which includes amounts owed under prior lines of credit with Bridge Bank. These lines of credit mature in July 2011. Our remaining borrowing capacity is approximately $1,000,000 under the accounts receivable agreement and $0 under the equipment financing agreement as the availability period for the equipment term loan expired as of December 31, 2008.  Interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009 was $2,000 and $6,000, respectively for the Bridge bank line of credit.
 
As of June 30, 2010, Mica-Tech had a line of credit with Santa Barbara Bank and Trust and Wells Fargo. At June 30, 2010, the outstanding balance was $36,000 for the Santa Barbara Bank and Trust line and $6,000 for the Wells Fargo line. Our remaining borrowing capacity was $0 under the Santa Barbara Bank and Trust line and $0 under the Wells Fargo line as of June 30, 2010. Interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009 was $1,000 and $1,000, respectively for the above line of credit.

Notes Payable

On February 3, 2006 the Company purchased the building that houses MPI, which is located at 3350 Scott Blvd. 25 Santa Clara, California, for a purchase price of $800,000. The Company made a down payment of $160,000. The building is financed by a bank promissory note in the amount of $640,000 with 6.760% interest payable in 83 regular payments of $4,425.88, each which includes principal and interest and one irregular last payment of $556,594.48. The Company’s final payment is due February 10, 2013 and will be for all principal and interest not yet paid. The note payable is secured by the deed of trust on the building. As of June 30, 2010, the outstanding note amounted to $591,000, of which $577,000 is long-term and $14,000 is current. Interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009 was $10,000 and $10,000, respectively for the above note payable.
 
On December 20, 2006, Mica-Tech raised $200,000 from an outside investor in the form of short term note payable. The funds were used for working capital. Mica-Tech agreed to repay the loan in four consecutive monthly payments of $50,000 plus interest accrued at 7% per annum. The short term note payable is unsecured. In April 2007, Mica-Tech amended the terms of the note and revised the interest rate from 7% to 10% and the payment schedule from $50,000 a month to $25,000 a month until paid in full. Mica-Tech defaulted on its monthly payments from November 2007 to December 2009 due to a cash deficiency. The default was waived by the lender at no cost. In January 2010, Mica-Tech agreed to pay $25,000 toward the total amount owed and thereafter 12 equal monthly payments in the amount of $1,994.03. The total amount remaining on the note at June 30, 2010 was $12,000. Interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009 was $384 and $1,000, respectively for the above note payable.
 
Mica-Tech was advanced working capital from its former president and a major shareholder, Steven Ow, over a period of time which totaled to $685,000 as of April 10, 2007.  On April 10, 2007, Mica-Tech converted these advancements in the form of a single note for the amount of $685,000 with an annual interest rate of 10%.  Of the $685,000, $200,000 was converted into 200,000 shares of Mica-Tech’s common stock at the closing of the acquisition on April 11, 2007.  In connection with the merger on February 19, 2008, Mica-Tech and Mr. Ow entered into an amended and restated promissory note in the principal amount of $522,000. The interest rate on the note was reduced to 8% per annum and the maturity date was extended until April 4, 2010. On May 19, 2008, Mica-Tech and Mr. Ow entered into an agreement that settled the promissory note in the amount of $531,000, including $9,000 in accrued interest, and deferred compensation of $128,000. The consideration for this settlement was $150,000 in cash, which would be paid by three equal payments of $40,000 and one last payment of $30,000. As part of the settlement, the Company recorded gain on settlement of debt amounting to $521,000 during the period ended June 30, 2008. As of June 30, 2010, Mica-Tech paid $130,000 toward the settlement amount and the remaining amount due to Mr. Ow was $20,000 which was part of the last payment and is included in accounts payable on the balance sheet. No interest expense was incurred on the amount due to Mr. Ow.

 
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Capital Lease Obligations
 
In June 2009, the Company entered into a non-cancelable capital lease agreement to acquire test equipment valued in the aggregate at approximately $245,000. The lease began in June 2009 and requires thirty-six equal monthly payments of $6,445, plus applicable sales tax.

Future minimum lease payments under the lease for the period ended June 30, 2010
  $ 165,000  
Less: approximate amount representing interest
    (14,000 )
Present value of minimum lease payments
    151,000  
Less: current portion
    (67,000 )
Non current portion
  $ 84,000  

The future aggregate payments arising from these loans (line of credit, note payable and capital lease obligation) are as follows:

   
Amount
 
During the twelve month period ending June 30,
     
2011
  $ 230,000  
2012
    106,000  
2013
    562,000  
    $ 898,000  

Operating Lease Obligations
 
The lease for AML’s office space and manufacturing facility expired in April 2008 and we entered into a new lease, which will expire in April 2015. Until they moved into the AML facility in May 2008, Mica-Tech was leasing its office space and manufacturing facility under an operating lease expired in October 2008. Total rent expense under these operating leases was approximately $52,000 and $52,000 during the three months ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009, respectively.
 
Total minimum lease payments under the above leases are as follows:
 
   
Operating
Leases
 
Twelve month period ending June 30,
     
2011
  $ 212,000  
2012
    221,000  
2013
    225,000  
2014
    229,000  
2015
    194,000  
    $ 1,081,000  

9.           Equity Transactions

Stock Options

The Company accounts for stock-based compensation in accordance with FASB ASC 718, “Compensation – Stock Compensation” (formerly SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004), Share Based Payment (“SFAS No. 123R”)). FASB ASC 718 requires companies to measure and recognize the cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant-date fair value.

 
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The Company recognized $35,000 or $0.00 per basic and diluted earnings per share in share-based compensation expense for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and $41,000 or $0.00 per basic and diluted earnings per share in share-based compensation expense for the three months ended June 30, 2009. The fair value of our stock options was estimated using the Black-Scholes option pricing model.
 
In November 2005, the board established the 2005 Equity Incentive Plan ("2005 Plan") with 150,000 shares initially approved.  The number of shares available for grant and issuance increases on the first day of January of each year so that the total of all common stock available for grant and issuance under the 2005 Plan is the maximum amount allowable under Regulation 260.140.45 of Title 10 of the California Code of Regulations. The total of all Common Stock available for grant and issuance under the 2005 Plan was 2,127,695 shares as of June 30, 2010 and 3,196,400 as of June 30, 2009. The Company filed a registration statement on Form S-8 with the SEC to register the unregistered shares under the Plan or 2,927,000 shares on May 20, 2008. Incentive stock option awards may be granted under the 2005 Plan only to employees (including officers and directors who are also employees) of the Company or of a parent or subsidiary of the Company.  All other awards (including nonqualified stock options, restricted stock or stock awards) under the 2005 Plan may be granted to employees, officers, directors, consultants, independent contractors and advisors of the Company or any parent or subsidiary of the Company, provided such consultants, contractors and advisors render bona fide services not in connection with the offer and sale of securities in a capital-raising transaction.

During the three months ended June 30, 2010 and 2009, the Company granted no stock options.

The following is a summary of the stock option activity:

   
Options outstanding
   
Weighted Average
Exercise Price
   
Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
Outstanding, March 31, 2010
    2,517,950     $ 0.97     $ 731,000  
Granted
    -                  
Forfeited
    28,750       1.03          
Exercised
    57,500       1.02          
Outstanding, June 30, 2010
    2,431,700     $ 0.96     $ 961,000  

The following is a summary of the status of options outstanding at June 30, 2010:

Range of
Exercise Prices
 
Total
Options
Outstanding
   
Weighted
Average
Remaining
Life
(Years)
   
Total
Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price
   
Options
Exercisable
   
Weighted
Average
Exercise Price
 
                               
$0.11 - $0.50
    72,450       2.72     $ 0.15       72,450     $ 0.15  
$0.51 - $1.00
    1,754,750       5.10     $ 0.91       1,444,750     $ 0.92  
$1.01 - $2.00
    589,500       6.41     $ 1.17       361,016     $ 1.22  
$2.01 - $5.00
    15,000       0.07     $ 3.06       15,000     $ 3.06  
$0.11 - $5.00
    2,431,700       5.47     $ 0.96       1,893,216     $ 0.96  

Details of the Company's non-vested options are as follows:

   
Non-Vested
Options
   
Weighted Average
Exercise Price
 
Weighted Average
Vesting Period
 
Grant Date Fair
Value
Non-vested - March 31, 2010
    580,334       0.98  
2.06 Years
   
Granted
    -                
Forfeited
    (22,000 )     1.00        
Vested
    (19,850 )     1.30        
Exercised
    -       -        
Non-vested – June 30, 2010
    538,484       0.97  
2.30 Years
   

 
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The total compensation cost relating to non-vested stock options that is not yet recognized is $188,000, which is expected to be recognized over a period of 1.84 years.

Warrants

No warrants were outstanding as of June 30, 2010 and 2009.

10.
Segments
 
The Company has two reportable segments consisting of (1) AML and (2) Mica-Tech. Our AML segment includes the Camarillo operations which manufactures and sells low noise, high power amplifiers and integrated assemblies with frequencies that range from 10MHz to 40GHz and the Santa Clara operations which manufactures and sells solid state microwave amplifiers operating in the frequency range from 1 to 40 GHz with output power from 0.5W to 300W. Our Mica-Tech segment designs, manufactures and markets an intelligent satellite communication system that provides a highly reliable and secure communications link between remote sites and control centers, utilizing Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) technology. The Company evaluates performance based on sales, gross profit margins, and operating profit before income taxes.
 
          The following is information for the Company’s two reportable segments for the three month periods ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009.

   
Three Month Periods Ended
 
(In thousands)
 
June 30, 2010
   
June 30, 2009
 
   
(Unaudited)
   
(Unaudited)
 
Revenue from unrelated entities
           
AML
  $ 3,568     $ 3,193  
Mica-tech
    165       158  
    $ 3,733     $ 3,351  
                 
Income from operations
               
AML
  $ 516     $ 128  
Mica-tech
    25       24  
    $ 541     $ 152  
                 
Income tax expense
               
AML
  $ 201     $ 53  
Mica-tech
    9       9  
    $ 210     $ 62  
                 
Net income
               
AML
  $ 300     $ 79  
Mica-tech
    14       13  
    $ 314     $ 92  
                 
Provision for depreciation and amortization
         
AML
  $ 185     $ 202  
Mica-tech
    17       23  
    $ 202     $ 225  
                 
Capital expenditures
               
AML
  $ 206     $ 36  
Mica-tech
    -       -  
    $ 206     $ 36  

 
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June 30, 2010
   
March 31, 2010
 
   
(Unaudited)
       
Total Assets
           
AML
  $ 16,873     $ 16,913  
Mica-tech
    1,313       1,283  
    $ 18,186     $ 18,196  

11.
Major customers and vendors

           Three customers provided an aggregate 41.2% and 42.9% of the Company’s total net revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and 2009, respectively.  Total accounts receivable due from these customers was approximately $1.7 million and $1.5 million as of June 30, 2010 and 2009, respectively.

The Company extends credit to its customers based upon its assessment of their credit worthiness and generally does not require collateral.  Credit losses have not been significant.

Three vendors accounted for an aggregate 23.4% and 26.0% of the Company’s total net purchases for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and 2009, respectively.  Total accounts payable due to these vendors was $79,000 and $114,000 as of June 30, 2010 and 2009, respectively.

12.
Repurchase of the Company Shares

On May 13, 2009, the Company announced that its Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to one million shares of the Company’s common stock.  Purchases are being made in the open market as determined by AML management and in accordance with SEC requirements.  As of the close of business on June 30, 2010, the Company repurchased 38,600 shares of common stock at the weighted average price of $0.71 per share.
 
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Legal Proceedings

The Company may be subject, from time to time, to various legal proceedings relating to claims arising out of its operations in the ordinary course of its business. Other than the proceeding described below, the Company currently is not party to any legal proceedings, the adverse outcome of which, individually or in the aggregate, management believes would have a material adverse effect on the business, financial condition or results of operations of the Company.
 
Mistral Solutions PVT, LTD. v. Mica-Tech, Inc. and AML Communications, Inc. (Ventura County Superior Court Case No. 56-2010-00368443-CU-BC-VTA).  On February 25, 2010, Mistral Solutions PVT, LTD. (“Mistral”) filed a Complaint in Ventura County Superior Court against Mica-Tech, Inc. (“Mica-Tech”) and AML Communications, Inc. (“AML”).  On February 26, 2010, Mistral filed a First Amended Complaint against Mica-Tech and AML, alleging causes of action for (1) breach of written contract, (2) breach of oral contract, (3) open book account, (4) account stated, (5) for goods sold and delivered, (6) reasonable value, (7) conversion, (8) intentional misrepresentation, and (9) misappropriation of trade secrets.  The Complaint arises out of a purchase order entered into between Mistral and Mica-Tech for the use of Mistral’s engineers and support staff to develop software to be used in satellite-based systems.  Mistral is claiming special damages, including $303,413.30 on the purchase order, consequential damages, punitive damages, possession of personal property, preliminary and permanent injunctions as to Mistral’s trade secrets, attorneys’ fees, prejudgment interest and costs.  Mica-Tech and AML deny the claims and intend to vigorously defend against them.  On May 3, 2010, Mica-Tech and AML filed their Answer to the First Amended Complaint.  In addition, Mica-Tech filed a Cross-Complaint against Mistral, alleging causes of action for (1) breach of contract, (2) fraud, (3) intentional misrepresentation, (4) negligent misrepresentation, (5) breach of implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, (6) intentional interference with contract, (7) intentional interference with prospective economic advantage, (8) negligent interference with prospective economic advantage, and (9) conversion.  The Cross-Complaint arises out of false and fraudulent representations made by Mistral concerning the purchase order and Mistral’s breach of the terms of the purchase order.  Mica-Tech is seeking compensatory damages of at least $549,587.50, exemplary damages, attorneys’ fees, and interest and costs.  Mistral has not filed its response to the Cross-Complaint.  A Case Management Conference is set for August 30, 2010, and no trial date has been set.

 
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14.
Reclassifications

Certain comparative amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current period’s presentation.

Item 2.    Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

          Some of the statements made by us in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are forward-looking in nature, including but not limited to, statements relating to our future revenue, product development, demand, acceptance and market share, gross margins, levels of research and development, our management's plans and objectives for our current and future operations, and other statements that are not historical facts.  Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that are not historical facts, and statements including forms of the words "intend," "believe," "will," "may," "could," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "possible," and similar terms. Actual results could differ materially from the results implied by the forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, many of which are discussed throughout this Quarterly Report and particularly in the section titled “Additional Factors That May Affect Future Results” included in this section. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.  We undertake no obligation to publicly release any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.  Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement made by us include, but are not limited to:

 
·
our ability to finance our activities and maintain our financial liquidity;
 
·
our ability to attract and retain qualified, knowledgeable employees;
 
·
the impact of general economic conditions on our business;
 
·
postponements, reductions, or cancellations in orders from new or existing customers;
 
·
the limited number of potential customers for our products;
 
·
the variability in gross margins on our products;
 
·
our ability to design and market new products successfully;
 
·
our failure to acquire new customers in the future;
 
·
deterioration of business and economic conditions in our markets;
 
·
intensely competitive industry conditions with increasing price competition; and
 
·
the rate of growth in the defense markets.

          In this document, the words "we," "our," "ours," and "us" refer to AML Communications, Inc. and our wholly owned subsidiary, Mica-Tech, Inc.

Overview

Our business is comprised of two reportable segments, AML Communications, Inc. (“AML”) and Mica-Tech, Inc (“Mica-Tech”).  AML designs, manufactures, and markets specialized microwave amplifiers and integrated assemblies serving the Defense Market.  AML represented 96.9% of our 2010 net revenue.  Mica-Tech designs, manufactures, and markets an intelligent communication system to provide Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) of the electric power grid. Mica-Tech represented 3.1% of our 2010 net revenue.
 
AML includes our Camarillo operations, which produce low noise amplifiers and integrated sub assemblies with frequencies that range from 10 MHz to 40 GHz, and our Santa Clara operations, which produce microwave high power amplifiers with frequencies that range from 1 to 40 GHz with output power from 0.5W to 300 W.  In February 2001, we made a strategic decision to focus our resources on the defense markets.  As such, we moved rapidly to utilize our knowledge base in defense microwave related design and manufacturing to offer new products, as well as variations of existing products.  This strategy has driven an increase in revenues for defense related products from $3.7 million in fiscal 2003 to $15.8 million in fiscal 2010.
 
We consider the AML segment to be our core business since it has a much larger revenue base, and we have and expect to continue to invest in this business and opportunities that offer long term growth.  In line with its revenue and earnings contribution to the Company, we devote most of our management time and other resources to building the growth and profitability of this segment.

 
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AML addresses the defense electronic warfare marketplace with components for UAVs drones; electronic surveillance, targeting and delivery systems; radar and electronic countermeasures. Such unconventional tactics also protect the lives of U.S. and allied service men and women, and this is widely regarded as a long term growth industry.
 
The increase in AML sales revenue and net income is primarily attributable to our successful track record in Defense Programs for designing and producing specialized micro-electronic components for an increasing range and number of mission-critical battlefield electronic warfare systems. These systems range from the Patriot Anti-Missile System and the U.S. Air Force MALD (aerial decoy) program on which AML is a major supplier to radar, targeting and electronic countermeasure system components. Many of AML’s customers and the specific programs are subject to broad confidentiality or U.S. Classified Material agreements or controls.
 
Catalog Sales are a diversified and important sector of our business, and that revenue in fiscal year 2010 grew as we added to the number of products and increased our market penetration and number of customers in the U.S. and overseas. Catalog Sales have proven an excellent source of new Defense Programs customers.
 
           Our strategy for growth in fiscal 2011 includes capturing an increasing share of high-growth U.S. and overseas defense micro-electronics component markets. We are in various phases of contracted development on a number of potentially large defense programs. Should these component design, development and prototype programs be selected for long-term AML mass production, it would likely have a materially positive impact on our sales and profitability. We also target growing catalog sales to drive custom catalog orders and new defense program contracts. We regularly analyze our manufacturing processes for opportunities to cost effectively and to increase capacity or efficiency.
 
Our Mica-Tech segment designs and manufactures the UltraSatNet, an Intelligent Satellite Utility Communication Solution for the monitoring and control of power grid distribution. The operating software and hardware are designed in-house with support from outside consultants. Since completion of the acquisition of the remaining interest in Mica-Tech in February 2008, we moved this subsidiary into our Camarillo facility and took other steps to improve Mica-Tech’s financial structure while the Company pursues the utility SCADA market.
 
Results of Operations
 
Three Months Ended June 30, 2010 Compared to Three Months Ended June 30, 2009

 Net sales.  Net sales for the three months ended June 30, 2010 were approximately $3.7 million, compared to approximately $3.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2009, representing an increase of $382,000 or 11.4%. Our revenue growth was mainly driven by products delivered to the Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) market during this period and products delivered for the $1.5 million order we previously received from an Italian company. Growth took place in both short and long term programs as well as through the addition of new customers. The Company has invested significant resources in diversifying the composition of orders by developing products that target large, multi-year programs. Large program orders we have previously announced have reached manufacturing maturity and are positively impacting our revenues.
 
Gross profit.  Gross profit for the three months ended June 30, 2010 was approximately $1.9 million, or 49.7% of net sales, compared to a gross profit for the three months ended June 30, 2009, of approximately $1.4 million, or 41.2% of net sales. Utilization of automated equipment, coupled with the reduction in manual operations, has enhanced our ability to increase shipments with reduced costs and improved manufacturing efficiencies.

Selling, general, and administrative costs.  Selling, general and administrative costs for the three months ended June 30, 2010 were $792,000, or 21.2% of net sales, compared to $694,000, or 20.7%of net sales, for the three months ended June 30, 2009, representing an increase of $98,000. Selling, general and administrative costs increased mainly due to increased spending in commission expenses associated with increased revenues.
 
Research and development costs.  Research and development costs for the three months ended June 30, 2010 were $522,000, or 14.0% of net sales, compared to $535,000, or 16.0% of net sales, for the three months ended June 30, 2009, representing a decrease of $13,000. We are committed to continue our investment in R&D projects to address customer needs for short and long term program orders.

 
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Other net income.  We recorded a net other expense of $17,000 for the three month period ended June 30, 2010 due to interest expense associated with notes payable and lines of credit. During the three month period ended June 30, 2009, we incurred $19,000 in interest expenses that were associated with notes payable and lines of credit and realized a gain on sale of fixed assets of $21,000.
 
Income before income tax.  Income before income tax was $524,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010, compared to income before income tax of $154,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010. The significant increase in income before income tax, as compared to the same period of prior year, is mainly due to increased revenues coupled with improved gross margins from manufacturing efficiencies.
 
Income before income tax in the AML segment was $501,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010, compared to $133,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2009. This increase is mainly attributable to increased revenues and increased gross margins.
 
Income before income tax in the Mica-Tech segment was $23,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010, compared to income before income tax of $21,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2009.
 
Provision for income taxes. During the three months ended June 30, 2010, the company utilized its deferred tax assets reserve to record income tax expenses of $210,000. The company has no tax liability as of June 30, 2010 due to the deferred tax benefits accounted for in the prior years. The company utilized its deferred tax assets reserve to record income tax expenses of $62,000 during the three months ended June 30, 2009.
 
 Net income.  Net income was $314,000 or $0.03 per share for the three months ended June 30, 2010, compared to net income of $92,000, or $0.01 per share for the three months ended June 30, 2009.
 
Net income from the AML segment was $300,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and $79,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2009.
 
Net income from the Mica-Tech segment was $14,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010, compared to net income of $13,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2009.
 
Liquidity and Capital Resources
 
Historically, we have financed our operations primarily from internally generated funds and, to a lesser extent, loans from stockholders and capital lease obligations.

At June 30, 2010, AML had a line of credit agreement with Bridge Bank. On September 16, 2008, we signed a Business Financing Modification Agreement (the “Modification Agreement”) with Bridge Bank to renew our line of credit, with a credit facility of $1.3 million. Of this $1.3 million, $1.0 million may be used for cash advances against accounts receivables and $0.3 million may be used for equipment advances. Our ability to borrow under this agreement varies based upon eligible accounts receivable and eligible equipment purchases. We are obligated to pay the bank a finance charge at a rate per year equal to the prime rate, which in no event shall be less than 5.00%, plus 0.25% with respect to cash advances, and a rate of such prime rate plus 1.0% with respect to equipment advances. We were obligated to pay a facility fee of $2,500 upon execution of the Modification Agreement and annually thereafter. We were also obligated to pay a one-time equipment loan facility fee of $2,500 upon execution of the Modification Agreement.  We must maintain certain financial requirements, including a minimum Asset Coverage Ratio of 1.50 to 1.00. We are also required to stay within 80% of our planned quarterly revenue. We were in compliance with these requirements at June 30, 2010; however, there is no assurance that we will be in compliance at future dates. This agreement to provide cash advances against accounts receivables terminates on August 15, 2010 or upon a date that the bank or AML chooses to terminate the agreement. Any unpaid balance is due and payable pursuant to the agreement on the termination date. Bridge Bank maintains a perfected first priority security interest in all of our assets, including intellectual property and general intangibles currently owned or later acquired. At June 30, 2010, we had an outstanding balance of $0 under the accounts receivable agreement and $94,000 under the equipment financing agreement, which includes amounts owed under prior lines of credit with Bridge Bank. These lines of credit mature in July 2011. Our remaining borrowing capacity is approximately $1,000,000 under the accounts receivable agreement and $0 under the equipment financing agreement as the availability period for the equipment term loan expired as of December 31, 2008.  Interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and June 30, 2009 was $2,000 and $6,000, respectively for the Bridge bank line of credit.

 
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At June 30, 2010, we had $3.3 million in cash and cash equivalents.  For the three months ended June 30, 2010, our operating activities provided cash of approximately $170,000 as compared to $227,000 cash used by our operating activities for the three months ended June 30, 2009.  Net cash used in investing activities, primarily for the acquisition of production equipment, amounted to $206,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010 and $36,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2009.  Net cash provided by financing activities was $8,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2010 compared to $115,000 cash used by financing activities for the three months ended June 30, 2009.  We collected $58,000 from exercise of stock options and paid off $50,000 toward outstanding notes payable, capital lease obligation, and existing line of credit.

We anticipate capital expenditures of approximately $350,000 in our 2011 fiscal year. We believe that funds for these expenditures will be provided by our operating activities. However, we may choose to finance some of these expenditures through our financing agreement with Bridge Bank. At June 30, 2010, our remaining borrowing capacity under this agreement was $1,000,000.

We may attempt to procure additional sources of financing in the event that the capital available as of June 30, 2010 is insufficient for our operating needs and capital expenditures. These sources may include, but are not limited to, additional sales of our securities.  There are, however, no assurances that we will be able to successfully obtain additional financing at terms acceptable to us.  Failure to obtain such financing could have a material adverse effect on our ability to operate as a going concern.

Successful completion of our development program and attaining profitable operations are dependent upon our maintaining a level of sales adequate to support our cost structure.  In addition, realization of a major portion of the assets in the accompanying balance sheet is dependent upon our ability to meet our financing requirements and the success of our plans to sell our products.  The financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or amounts and classifications of liabilities that might be necessary should we be unable to continue in existence.

Critical Accounting Policies

Our discussion and analysis of our financial conditions and results of operations are based upon our financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States. The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and disclosures on the date of the financial statements.  On an on-going basis, we evaluate our estimates, including, but not limited to, those related to revenue recognition.  We use authoritative pronouncements, historical experience, and other assumptions as the basis for making judgments.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.  We believe that the following critical accounting policies affect our more significant judgments and estimates in the preparation of our financial statements.

Revenue recognition.  We generate our revenue through the sale of products.  Our policy is to recognize revenue when the applicable revenue recognition criteria have been met, which generally include the following:

 
·
Persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists;
 
·
Delivery has occurred or services have been rendered;
 
·
Price is fixed or determinable; and
 
·
Collectibility is reasonably assured.

Revenue from the sale of products is generally recognized after both the goods are shipped to the customer and acceptance has been received, if required.  Our products are custom made for our customers, who primarily consist of original engineer manufacturers (OEMs), and we do not accept returns.  Our products are shipped complete and ready to be incorporated into higher level assemblies by our customers.  The terms of the customer arrangements generally pass title and risk of ownership to the customer at the time of shipment.

Recording revenue from the sale of products involves the use of estimates and management judgment.  We must make a determination at the time of sale whether the customer has the ability to make payments in accordance with arrangements.  While we do utilize past payment history, and, to the extent available for new customers, public credit information in making our assessment, the determination of whether collectibility is reasonably assured is ultimately a judgment decision that must be made by management.

 
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          Allowance for Doubtful Accounts.  We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts receivable based on customer-specific allowances, as well as a general allowance.  Specific allowances are maintained for customers that are determined to have a high degree of collectibility risk based on such factors, among others, as: (i) the aging of the accounts receivable balance; (ii) the customer’s past payment experience; and (iii) a deterioration in the customer’s financial condition, evidenced by weak financial condition and/or continued poor operating results, reduced credit ratings, and/or a bankruptcy filing.  In addition to the specific allowance, we maintain a general allowance for all our accounts receivables which are not covered by a specific allowance.  The general allowance is established based on such factors, among others, as: (i) the total balance of the outstanding accounts receivable, including considerations of the aging categories of those accounts receivable; (ii) past history of uncollectible accounts receivable write-offs; and (iii) the overall creditworthiness of the customer base.  A considerable amount of judgment is required in assessing the realizability of accounts receivables.  Should any of the factors considered in determining the adequacy of the overall allowance change, an adjustment to the provision for doubtful accounts receivable may be necessary.
 
          Inventories.  Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, cost being determined on the first-in, first-out method.  Inventories are written down if the estimated net realizable value is less than the recorded value.  We review the carrying cost of our inventories by product each quarter to determine the adequacy of our reserves for obsolescence.  In accounting for inventories, we must make estimates regarding the estimated net realizable value of our inventory.  This estimate is based, in part, on our forecasts of future sales and age of the inventory.

          Intangible Assets.  We test intangible assets with indefinite lives for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently if certain events occur.  If the assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized will be measured by the amount in which the carrying amount exceeds the fair value of the assets.  For our intangible assets with finite lives, including our customer lists, existing technology, and patents, we amortize the costs of the assets over their useful lives and assess impairment at least annually or whenever events and circumstances suggest the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable. Determining the life of the assets with finite lives is judgmental in nature and involves the use of estimates and assumptions.  These estimates and assumptions involve a variety of factors, including future market growth and conditions, forecasted revenues and costs and a strategic review of our business and operations.  We base our fair value estimates on assumptions we believe to be reasonable but that are unpredictable and inherently uncertain.  Actual future results may differ from those estimates.  In the event we determine that an intangible asset is impaired in the future, an adjustment to the value of the asset would be charged to earnings in the period such determination is made.

          Existing Technology.  Our existing technology is based on a patent issued in 1990, which continues to be the main technology of MPI.  It is a substrate deposition technology that is mature and with no replacement technology forecasted.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

In June 2009, the FASB issued ASC 860 (previously SFAS No. 166, “Accounting for Transfers of Financial Assets”), which requires additional information regarding transfers of financial assets, including securitization transactions, and where companies have continuing exposure to the risks related to transferred financial assets. SFAS 166 eliminates the concept of a “qualifying special-purpose entity,” changes the requirements for derecognizing financial assets, and requires additional disclosures. SFAS 166 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2009. There was no material impact upon the adoption of this standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In June 2009, the FASB issued ASC 810 (previously SFAS No. 167) for determining whether to consolidate a variable interest entity. These amended standards eliminate a mandatory quantitative approach to determine whether a variable interest gives the entity a controlling financial interest in a variable interest entity in favor of a qualitatively focused analysis, and require an ongoing reassessment of whether an entity is the primary beneficiary. This Statement is effective for reporting period that begin after November 15, 2009. There was no material impact upon the adoption of this standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

Management does not believe that any other recently issued, but not yet effective accounting standards, if adopted, will have a material effect on our financial statements.

 
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Additional Factors That May Affect Future Results
 
 Future operating results may be impacted by a number of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those stated herein, which reflect management’s current expectations. These factors include:
 
 
industry-specific factors (including the reliance upon growth of the defense microwave market, significant competition characterized by rapid technological change, new product development, product obsolescence, and significant price erosion over the life of a product);
 
 
our ability to timely develop and produce commercially viable products at competitive prices;
 
 
our ability to produce products which meet the quality standards of both existing and potential new customers;
 
 
our ability to accurately anticipate customer demand;
 
 
our ability to manage expense levels, in light of varying revenue streams;
 
 
the availability and cost of components;
 
 
the impact of worldwide economic and political conditions on our business; and
 
 
the ability to integrate potential future acquisitions into our existing operations.
 
We believe that, to the extent that foreign sales are recognized, we may face increased risks associated with political and economic instability, compliance with foreign regulatory rules governing export requirements, tariffs and other trade barriers, differences in intellectual property protections, longer accounts receivable cycles, currency fluctuations and general trade restrictions. If any of these risks materialize, they could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, and financial condition.
 
We have evaluated the credit exposure associated with conducting business with foreign customers and have concluded that such risk is acceptable. Nevertheless, any significant change in the economy or deterioration in United States trade relations or the economic or political stability of foreign markets could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, and financial condition.
 
Sales to foreign customers are invoiced in U.S. dollars. Accordingly, we currently do not engage in foreign currency hedging transactions. However, as we expand further into foreign markets, we may experience greater risk associated with general business, political and economic conditions in those markets. At such time, we may seek to lessen our exposure through currency hedging transactions. We cannot assure you that a currency hedging strategy would be successful in avoiding currency exchange related losses. In addition, should the relative value of the U.S. dollar in comparison to foreign currencies increase, the resulting increase in the price of our products to foreign customers could result in decreased sales which could have a material adverse impact on our business, results of operations, and financial condition.
 
We experience significant price competition and expect price competition in the sale of our products to remain intense. We cannot assure you that our competitors will not develop new technologies or enhancements to existing products or introduce new products that will offer superior price or performance features. We expect our competitors will offer new and existing products at prices necessary to gain or retain market share. Several of our competitors have substantial financial resources, which may enable them to withstand sustained price competition or a downturn in the pricing of their products in the future. Substantially all of our competitors have, and potential future competitors could have, substantially greater technical, marketing, distribution and other resources than we do and have, or could have, greater name recognition and market acceptance of their products and technologies.
 
The markets in which we compete are characterized by rapidly changing technology and continuous improvements in products and services. Our future success depends on our ability to enhance our current products and to develop and introduce, in a timely manner, new products that keep pace with technological developments that meet or exceed industry standards, which compete effectively on the basis of price, performance and quality, that adequately address OEM customer and end-user customer requirements, and that achieve market acceptance. We believe that to remain competitive in the future we will need to continue to develop new products, which will require the investment of significant financial resources in new product development. In the event our newly developed products are not timely developed or do not gain market acceptance, our business, results of operations and financial condition could be materially adversely affected.

 
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Our quarterly and annual results have in the past been, and will continue to be, subject to significant fluctuations due to a number of factors, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. There can be no assurance that we will not experience such fluctuations in the future. We establish our expenditure levels for product development and other operating expenses based on expected revenues, and expenses are relatively fixed in the short term. As a result, variations in timing of revenues can cause significant variations in quarterly results of operations. There can be no assurances that we will be profitable on a quarter-to-quarter basis in the future. We believe that period-to-period comparisons of our financial results are not necessarily meaningful and should not be relied upon as an indication of future performance. Due to these factors, it is likely that in some future quarter or quarters our revenues or operating results will not meet the expectations of public stock market analysts or investors. In such event, the market price of our common stock would be materially adversely affected.
 
Item 3.   Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

Not Applicable.

Item 4.   Controls and Procedures

Disclosure Controls and Procedures
 
Our management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer) and Principal Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”)) as of the end of the period covered by this Report (June 30, 2010). Based on such evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer have concluded that, as of the end of such period, the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective in recording, processing, summarizing and reporting, on a timely basis, information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act and are effective in ensuring that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
 
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
 
There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the quarter ended June 30, 2010 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
 
PART II – OTHER INFORMATION
 
Item 1.      Legal Proceedings

The Company may be subject, from time to time, to various legal proceedings relating to claims arising out of its operations in the ordinary course of its business. Other than the proceeding described below, the Company currently is not party to any legal proceedings, the adverse outcome of which, individually or in the aggregate, management believes would have a material adverse effect on the business, financial condition or results of operations of the Company.

 
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Mistral Solutions PVT, LTD. v. Mica-Tech, Inc. and AML Communications, Inc. (Ventura County Superior Court Case No. 56-2010-00368443-CU-BC-VTA).  On February 25, 2010, Mistral Solutions PVT, LTD. (“Mistral”) filed a Complaint in Ventura County Superior Court against Mica-Tech, Inc. (“Mica-Tech”) and AML Communications, Inc. (“AML”).  On February 26, 2010, Mistral filed a First Amended Complaint against Mica-Tech and AML, alleging causes of action for (1) breach of written contract, (2) breach of oral contract, (3) open book account, (4) account stated, (5) for goods sold and delivered, (6) reasonable value, (7) conversion, (8) intentional misrepresentation, and (9) misappropriation of trade secrets.  The Complaint arises out of a purchase order entered into between Mistral and Mica-Tech for the use of Mistral’s engineers and support staff to develop software to be used in satellite-based systems.  Mistral is claiming special damages, including $303,413.30 on the purchase order, consequential damages, punitive damages, possession of personal property, preliminary and permanent injunctions as to Mistral’s trade secrets, attorneys’ fees, and prejudgment interest and costs.  Mica-Tech and AML deny the claims and intend to vigorously defend against them.  On May 3, 2010, Mica-Tech and AML filed their Answer to the First Amended Complaint.  In addition, Mica-Tech filed a Cross-Complaint against Mistral, alleging causes of action for (1) breach of contract, (2) fraud, (3) intentional misrepresentation, (4) negligent misrepresentation, (5) breach of implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, (6) intentional interference with contract, (7) intentional interference with prospective economic advantage, (8) negligent interference with prospective economic advantage, and (9) conversion.  The Cross-Complaint arises out of allegations of false and fraudulent representations made by Mistral concerning the purchase order and Mistral’s breach of the terms of the purchase order.  Mica-Tech is seeking compensatory damages of at least $549,587.50, exemplary damages, attorneys’ fees, interest and costs.  Mistral has not filed its response to the Cross-Complaint.  A Case Management Conference is set for August 30, 2010, and no trial date has been set.
 
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
 
Not Applicable.
 
Item 2.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
 
None.

Item 3.
Defaults Upon Senior Securities
 
None.
 
Item 5.
Other Information
 
None.
 
Item 6.
Exhibits

The exhibits listed in the Exhibit Index are filed as part of this report.

 
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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

AML Communications Inc.
 
   
/s/: Jacob Inbar
 
By: Jacob Inbar, President and
 
Chief Executive Officer
 
(Principal Executive Officer)
Dated:  August 12, 2010

/s/: Heera Lee
 
By: Heera Lee, Principal Financial
 
Officer
Dated:  August 12, 2010

 
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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit
Number
 
Description
  3.1
 
Certificate of Incorporation(1)
  3.2
 
Bylaws(1)
31.1
 
Certification by the Chief Executive Officer(2)
31.2
 
Certification by the Principal Financial Officer(2)
32.1
 
Certification pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act(2)
32.2
 
Certification pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act(2)

 
(1)
Previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an exhibit to the Registration Statement on Form SB-2 (No. 33-99102-LA) and incorporated herein by reference.
 
(2)
Filed herewith.