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25 items- INSIDERSEC Form 4 filed by Smith Robert Fendlay4 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Issuer)
- INSIDERSEC Form 3 filed by new insider Smith Robert Fendlay3 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Issuer)
- PRAI-Driven Video Intelligence and RF-Powered Detection Moving to the Front Line of Military ModernizationRising demand for real-time intelligence and electronic awareness is fueling rapid growth across the global AI-enabled defense systems marketNEW YORK, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Market News Updates News Commentary - Autonomous systems powered by AI video intelligence and RF-based detection are quickly becoming a core layer of modern military operations because they help forces "see" the battlefield faster and react earlier than human-only systems ever could. AI-driven video analytics can scan huge volumes of drone feeds, surveillance cameras, and ISR platforms in real time to identify vehicles, personnel movement, or unusual behavior patterns automatically. That means commanders aren't w
- PRAV Successfully Demonstrates LOCUST Laser Weapon System Aboard USS George H.W. BushConfirms Directed Energy capabilities for multi-domain, platform-agnostic operations AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) today announced the successful demonstration of its palletized LOCUST® Laser Weapon System (LWS) aboard the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77) in October 2025 in collaboration with the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO). This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260420590679/en/AV's palletized LOCUST® laser weapon system operated aboard USS George H.W. Bush, successfully detecting, tracking, and neutralizing drone threats during a live-fire demonstrat
- INSIDERSEC Form 4 filed by Page Stephen F4 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Issuer)
- PRArmy Selects AV's VAPOR® CLE for Medium Range Reconnaissance ProgramAeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced it was awarded a $14.6 million production contract by the U.S. Army for the VAPOR® Compact Long Endurance (CLE) unmanned aircraft system (UAS), its all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) platform, under the Company-Level Directed Requirement (CoLvl DR) Small Uncrewed Aircraft System (SUAS), Tranche 2. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260416053128/en/AV's VAPOR® Compact Long Endurance (CLE) unmanned aircraft system—an all-electric VTOL platform – was selected for the Army's Medium Range Reconnaissance program.
- SECSEC Form 144 filed by AeroVironment Inc.144 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Subject)
- PRAV Introduces MAYHEM 10: Multi-Role Launched Effects System at AAAA 2026Autonomous System Delivers Scalable, Multi-Domain Effects and Modular Payloads for Standoff Operations Across Air, Ground, and Maritime Platforms AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) today announced the debut of MAYHEM 10, a groundbreaking, multi-role launched effects system purpose-built for deployment from air, ground, and maritime platforms. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260413003361/en/MAYHEM™ 10: A next-generation, multi-role launched effects system delivering modular, AI-enabled capabilities across air, ground, and maritime domains—empowering forces to sense, disrupt, and strike with precision at ext
- PRAV's Precision Hardware Points Artemis II Laser Link to EarthAV's precision hardware enabled ultra-accurate laser pointing and unlocked faster, higher-volume data transmission from deep space AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) today announced that its precision pointing hardware was on board NASA's historic Artemis II Mission as part of the Orion Artemis II Optical Communications System (O2O) – a laser communications terminal developed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Laboratory in collaboration with NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. During the Artemis II mission, O2O used lasers to send high-resolution video and images of the lunar surface back to Earth. AV's best-in-class laser gimbal allowed the spacecraft to precisel
- SECAeroVironment Inc. filed SEC Form 8-K: Leadership Update, Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits8-K - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Filer)
- PRAV Appoints Sean Woodward as Chief Financial OfficerAeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced the appointment of Sean T. Woodward as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Woodward succeeds Kevin McDonnell, who will be stepping down from the role, as announced earlier this year. McDonnell will remain with the Company in an advisory role through July 2026 to help ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260412005321/en/Sean Woodward is a seasoned finance leader with more than 22 years of experience in defense technology, including at A
- PR$100Billion+ Drone Services Boom Fuels Rapid Rise of Drone-as-a-ServiceAdvanced AI, automation, and data analytics push DaaS into the mainstream across key industriesMarket News Updates News Commentary CounterNEW YORK, April 9, 2026 /CNW/ -- The Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) industry is growing quickly as more companies choose to 'rent' drone services instead of buying and managing drones themselves. This approach saves money upfront and gives businesses access to skilled operators and advanced technology without the hassle. Right now, the global DaaS market is worth around $12–13 billion, and it's expected to grow to about $34 billion by 2032, showing steady and reliable growth over the next several years fueling active companies to increase operations and forging
- SECAeroVironment Inc. filed SEC Form 8-K: Leadership Update, Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits8-K - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Filer)
- PRAV Appoints Dr. Robert Smith as Chief Operating OfficerDefense Veteran to Strengthen Operational Execution as AV Scales Manufacturing and Supply Chain Capabilities AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced the appointment of Dr. Robert (Rob) Smith as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective April 13, 2026. In this role, Dr. Smith will oversee the Company's Autonomous Systems (AxS) and Space, Cyber and Directed Energy (SCDE) business units, as well as the Company's global operations and manufacturing footprint. His appointment reflects AV's continued focus on scaling manufacturing to meet rising customer demand, strengthening operational execution and enhancing capabi
- PRThe Pentagon Wants 200,000 Autonomous Systems. A Latin American Government Just Signed Its First Defense Order. And a Nasdaq Defense Tech Company Just Walked 580 Investors Through Its Three-Pillar AI PlatformNEW YORK, April 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USANewsGroup.com — The U.S. Department of Defense Drone Dominance Program is targeting the purchase of more than 200,000 autonomous systems by 2027. Section 1709 of the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act and the FCC's December 2025 Covered List expansion have effectively walled off foreign-manufactured drones from the U.S. market. The FY2026 U.S. defense budget has reached a historic $1 trillion topline. And on April 3, 2026, the White House released a FY2027 budget request of $1.5 trillion — the largest defense spending proposal in decades, representing a 44% increase over FY2026 and exceeding the Reagan-era buildup in inflation-adjusted t
- PRAV's UES Awarded $25M AFRL Contract to Mature Human Performance Technologies for Warfighter ReadinessThe United States Air Force has awarded UES, a division of advanced research and development leader AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a three-year, $25M contract to transition innovative human health and performance technologies from research to field deployment. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260407653537/en/ Supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory's 711th Human Performance Wing Human Effectiveness Directorate (711 HPW), AV will mature mid-stage sensor, diagnostic, and material technologies that have remained largely confined to Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 3-5. Work completed under this contra
- PRGlobal Counter-UAS Interceptor Market Surges Amid Escalating Drone Warfare ThreatsDefense Sector Rushes to Deploy Counter-Drone Interceptors as Threat Landscape IntensifiesMarket News Updates News Commentary NEW YORK, April 2, 2026 /CNW/ -- Counter-UAS interceptor systems are basically the military's way of saying, "we need a fast, reliable way to deal with drones before they become a problem." And that problem has grown a lot. Cheap, off-the-shelf drones can now be used for surveillance, smuggling, or even attacks, so modern defense systems are built to spot them early and react quickly. Think of it like a layered defense: sensors (radar, RF detectors, cameras) pick up the drone, software figures out if it's a threat, and then the system decides how to deal with it—all i
- PRAV Selected to Deliver Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Services to U.S. Navy with JUMP 20-X, Advanced Payload IntegrationsAeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global leader in autonomous systems and intelligence services, today announced its selection by the United States Navy to provide Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) services in support of critical naval operations. Under the Navy's recently announced initiative to expand and modernize ISR capabilities, AV will compete for delivery orders alongside other selected industry partners to deliver turnkey persistent ISR support–with autonomous platforms, multi-sensor integration, and intelligence expertise. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.busine
- PRDefense Industry Disrupted as Drone-as-a-Service Market Accelerates Toward $100 BillionNEW YORK, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Market News Updates News Commentary - The defense world is starting to treat drones less like one-time purchases and more like a service you can "subscribe" to. Instead of buying fleets outright, militaries can now pay for Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS)—where a provider handles the drones, maintenance, software updates, and even operations. It's a lot like how companies moved from owning servers to using cloud computing. This shift makes things faster and more flexible, especially since drone tech evolves so quickly. Rather than being stuck with outdated hardware, defense teams can constantly access the latest capabilities, from surveillance to AI-po
- SECAmendment: SEC Form SCHEDULE 13G/A filed by AeroVironment Inc.SCHEDULE 13G/A - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Subject)
- PRBeyond Legacy Defense: The New Blueprint for Scalable Aerospace GrowthIssued on behalf of Starfighters SpaceUSA News Group News Commentary CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., March 25, 2026 /CNW/ -- The global defense landscape is moving through a massive structural shift, and the old guard is struggling to keep up. Last year, world military spending hit a record $2.7 trillion, with the industry's top-100 players generating $922 billion in revenue[1]. The real catalyst here is a total overhaul of federal procurement that now favors speed, modularity, and direct access for agile suppliers[2]. This environment was practically built for a specific tier of innovators: Starfighters Space (NYSE-A: FJET), Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR), AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV), Velo3D (NASDAQ:VEL
- SECSEC Form D filed by AeroVironment Inc.D - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Filer)
- PRAV Unveils LOCUST® X3: Third-Generation Modular Directed Energy Weapon SystemModular AI-Powered Precision. Speed-of-Light Engagement. Production Ready. AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced the release of LOCUST® X3, the third generation of AV's high-energy laser weapon system that delivers precise, speed-of-light engagement for rapid defeat of unmanned aerial threats. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260324247554/en/AV's LOCUST® X3 high-energy laser system, shown mounted on a tactical vehicle, delivers mobile, scalable, and cost-effective counter-drone defense with precision speed-of-light engagement. (Photo Credit: AV) LOCUST X3 bu
- PRDefence AI Meets Offshore Energy: VisionWave Secures Exclusive Pathway to Two Liberia Basin Petroleum BlocksIssued on behalf of VisionWave Holdings, Inc. Companies mentioned in this article: VisionWave Holdings (NASDAQ:VWAV), AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV), Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ:RCAT), Teledyne Technologies (NYSE:TDY), Bloom Energy (NYSE:BE) Key Takeaways: VisionWave Holdings (NASDAQ:VWAV) has entered into a Letter of Engagement with the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) for exclusive rights to advance toward a Production Sharing Contract on offshore petroleum Blocks LB-4 and LB-5 in the Liberia Basin.The LOE grants VisionWave an eight-month exclusive pathway, with an initial signing bonus of $600,000 ($300,000 per block, refundable under specified conditions), and a defined but condition
- ANALYSTAeroVironment upgraded by Raymond JamesRaymond James upgraded AeroVironment from Underperform to Mkt Perform