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25 items- ANALYSTMacquarie initiated coverage on AeroVironment with a new price targetMacquarie initiated coverage of AeroVironment with a rating of Outperform and set a new price target of $210.00
- SECSEC Form 144 filed by AeroVironment Inc.144 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Subject)
- PRAV and Thunder Tiger Sign MOU to Explore Uncrewed Systems Integration and Co-Production in TaiwanCollaboration will explore integration of AV capabilities with Thunder Tiger platforms, potential UAS co-production and future technology development. AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global defense technology leader, and Thunder Tiger Corp., a Taiwan-based developer and manufacturer of unmanned systems, today announced a memorandum of understanding to explore collaboration on uncrewed systems integration, potential unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) localization and co-production and future capability co-development in Taiwan. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261014415128/en/ The agreement establishes a
- PRAV and Alpha Unmanned Systems Announce MOU to Explore JUMP 20 Support in SpainCompanies to explore local sustainment, training and technical support, with potential expansion into Europe and Latin America AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Alpha Unmanned Systems S.L. to explore collaboration supporting AV’s JUMP 20 fixed-wing unmanned aircraft system (UAS), which features vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities. The announcement is being made in connection with the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition in Washington.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261
- PRAV and Elsight Partner to Strengthen Mayhem 10 Connectivity in Contested EnvironmentsElsight’s Halo technology is designed to integrate satellite, cellular and radio communications to reduce single points of failure and operator workload AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), and Elsight (ASX: ELS) announced a partnership to integrate Elsight’s Halo connectivity technology into AV’s Mayhem™ 10 launched effects system, strengthening communications resilience in complex and contested environments. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261014664315/en/ The integration will enable Mayhem 10 to intelligently manage multiple communications networks, including satellite, private and public cellular and po
- PRAV and NIOA Sign Agreement to Advance One-Way Attack Localization and Co-Production in AustraliaCompanies to explore Australian production, integration, sustainment and support for AV’s one-way attack systems.AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) and NIOA Australia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore opportunities to expand Australian industry participation supporting AV’s one-way attack systems.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261006865239/en/Signed during LAND FORCES 2026, the agreement establishes a framework for AV and NIOA to identify and facilitate a path forward for the localization, co-production and sustainment of AV’s one-way attack systems in Australia.Under the MOU, the com
- ANALYSTBarclays initiated coverage on AeroVironment with a new price targetBarclays initiated coverage of AeroVironment with a rating of Equal Weight and set a new price target of $237.00
- PRHypersonic Testing Bottleneck Pushes Defense Primes Toward Flight DataCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Market Updates News Commentary - Hypersonic and high-speed programs are multiplying, but the places to test them in real atmospheric conditions have not kept pace. Traditional wind tunnels run for seconds and are oversubscribed, which is why reusable flight-test platforms are drawing attention. Starfighters Space, Inc. (NYSE:FJET) says it has received its first flight hardware for its Wind Tunnel in the Sky™ program, built to support reusable Mach 2+ testing. Companies in the high-speed and defense backdrop include Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB), AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDA
- PRAV’s VideoRay Selected as Subcontractor Navy Mine Countermeasure Prototype EffortIntegrated solution demonstrated autonomous, over-the-horizon mine countermeasure operations during competitive Navy trials AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV"), a global defense technology leader, today announced that AV’s wholly owned subsidiary VideoRay is supporting an AEVEX-led team selected for a prototype Other Transaction Agreement following the U.S. Navy and Department of War Innovation Unit’s (DIU) Mine Countermeasure Modernization Prize Challenge. BlackSea Technologies, now part of AEVEX Maritime Systems, was one of three companies awarded challenge prizes following successful Navy demonstrations. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswi
- ANALYSTRothschild & Co Redburn initiated coverage on AeroVironment with a new price targetRothschild & Co Redburn initiated coverage of AeroVironment with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $165.00
- SECAeroVironment Inc. filed SEC Form 8-K: Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders8-K - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Filer)
- INSIDERSVP, Chief Accounting Officer Shackley Brian Charles sold $15,227 worth of shares (100 units at $152.27) as part of a pre-agreed trading plan, decreasing direct ownership by 1% to 7,788 units (SEC Form 4)4 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Issuer)
- INSIDERDirector Page Stephen F sold $38,068 worth of shares (250 units at $152.27) as part of a pre-agreed trading plan (SEC Form 4)4 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Issuer)
- INSIDERDirector Ruppert Michael was granted 957 shares (SEC Form 4)4 - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Issuer)
- PRNominal Partners with AeroVironment to Power Accelerated Test and Production Data for Mission-Critical Hardware at ScaleLOS ANGELES, Sept. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nominal, the test and operations data platform for engineering teams building complex hardware, today announced a strategic collaboration with AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global leader in intelligent, multi-domain robotic systems. AeroVironment has spent more than five decades building autonomous systems that have to work the first time, every time, in the field. As the company expands production of its uncrewed aircraft, loitering munitions, and counter-UAS systems across multiple programs and facilities, its engineering and manufacturing teams have adopted Nominal to bring test data capture, cross-team review, and traceability into one
- PRThe Next Defense Spending Wave Predicted to Be Built Around AI-Powered DronesNEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Market News Updates News Commentary - The AI-driven defense drone market could be one of the most explosive growth stories in next-generation military technology. This is no longer about putting a camera on a remotely controlled aircraft. Defense departments are spending aggressively on drones that can see, analyze, navigate and respond with increasing levels of autonomy—and the urgency is being driven by real-world battlefield demand. One forecast estimates the global military drone market could surge from approximately $18.2 billion in 2025 to $66.5 billion by 2035. Meanwhile, the global AI-in-drones market is projected to jump from roughly $8
- PRAeroVironment Announces Fiscal 2027 First Quarter ResultsAeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV) ("AeroVironment" or the "Company") reported today financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended August 1, 2026. First Quarter Highlights: Record revenue for the first quarter of $480.5 million, up 6% year-over-year Bookings of $0.7 billion and book-to-bill ratio of 1.4 for the quarter Record funded backlog of $1.5 billion, up 37% year-over-year "AV's fiscal year 2027 is off to a strong start, with record first-quarter revenue and funded backlog and landmark strategic wins," said Wahid Nawabi, AeroVironment chairman, president and chief executive officer. "Our team is united in our mission to execute with discipline and capture demand fo
- SECAeroVironment Inc. filed SEC Form 8-K: Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits8-K - AeroVironment Inc (0001368622) (Filer)
- PRBerger Montague PC Investigates AeroVironment, Inc.'s Board of Directors for Breach of Fiduciary Duty (NASDAQ: AVAV)PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- National plaintiffs' law firm Berger Montague PC announces an investigation into the Board of Directors of AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV) ("AeroVironment" or the "Company") for potential breaches of fiduciary duties owed to the Company and its shareholders. The investigation is focused on whether AeroVironment improperly concealed its exposure to competition for work under the U.S. Space Force's Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource ("SCAR") program.AeroVironment, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, is a leading American defense technology company that designs and manufac
- PRAV Secures First International Order for LOCUST® Directed Energy Counter‑Drone SystemsOperationally proven laser weapon system receives first international purchase order valued at more than $50 million, highlighting growing global demand for scaled directed energy defense for counter-UAS missions. AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) today announced it has received its first international purchase order for the LOCUST® Laser Weapon System. The landmark, first of its kind direct commercial sale (DCS) order, valued at more than $50 million, marks a significant milestone in the global adoption of AV’s directed energy counter‑drone capabilities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260908106462/en/ T
- PRPrecision Agriculture Goes Airborne as Drone Surveying Market Accelerates Toward Double-Digit GrowthNEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2026 /CNW/ -- Market News Updates News Commentary - Agricultural surveying is changing fast. Instead of sending workers across hundreds or thousands of acres to look for problems, farmers can use drones to cover large areas in a fraction of the time. Equipped with high-resolution, multispectral and thermal cameras, these drones can spot stressed crops, irrigation problems, pest damage, nutrient issues and other warning signs that may be difficult to see from the ground. The bigger opportunity is what happens with that information. When farmers can identify a problem early, they have a better chance of fixing it before it becomes an expensive loss. And the market is already
- PRAV’s LOCUST® Selected for Nearly $500 million Army Counter-UAS Contract for Enduring-High Energy Laser (E-HEL) ProgramAV’s proven LOCUST ® family of laser weapons will anchor E-HEL Army program AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global leader in proven autonomous and counter-drone systems, today announced it has been awarded a landmark contract valued at $464.8 million by the U.S. Army Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Fires (PAE Fires) program office for the Enduring-High Energy Laser (E-HEL) program. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260818921666/en/AV’s LOCUST® selected for $464.8 million counter-UAS contract award by the U.S. Army. The award represents the first-ever procurement for directed energy systems in Unite
- PRAV to Present at the 2026 Jefferies Global Industrials ConferenceAeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) will participate in the upcoming 2026 Jefferies Global Industrials Conference in New York City, New York. AV Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Wahid Nawabi and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Sean Woodward will participate in a fireside chat on September 10 at 12:50 p.m. ET (11:50 a.m. CT | 9:50 a.m. PT). The fireside chat will be available by webcast at the times listed above and archived on the Company’s website at the link below: https://event.summitcast.com/view/e82pfcbT4UwH79PoqVE5jB/FdrSzAFqDzzqoXN2PC5xKh About AV AeroVironment ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) is a defense technology leader delivering integrated cap
- PRAV Awarded Contract for Three Autonomous Helicopters in Support of NASA’s SkyFall Mission to MarsAV partnering with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) to unlock new research capabilities above and below the Martian surface ahead of a planned 2028 launch. AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV"), a global defense technology leader, today announced that its MacCready Works advanced solutions team has been awarded a contract for the co-design and co-manufacture of three Mars helicopters for NASA’s SkyFall mission with the agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), taking the project from future concept to a formally funded Mars science mission and a path toward launch in late 2028. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/202608278
- PRAeroVironment, Inc. to Announce First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2027 Earnings and Host Conference CallAeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ:AVAV) will report its financial results for the first quarter fiscal year 2027, which ended August 1, 2026, after the market closes on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Management will host a conference call and live audio webcast at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day to discuss the results. The call will be led by Wahid Nawabi, AeroVironment’s chairman, president, and chief executive officer; Sean Woodward, executive vice president and chief financial officer; and Denise Pacioni, vice president and head of investor relations. Investors may access the conference call by registering through the following link up to 10 minutes before the event begins: Co
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AeroVironment, Inc. designs, develops, produces, delivers, and supports a portfolio of robotic systems and related services for government agencies and businesses. It operates in two segments, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MUAS). The company supplies UAS, tactical missile systems, and related services primarily to organizations within the U.S. Department of Defense and to international allied governments. It also designs, engineers, tools, and manufactures unmanned aerial and aircraft systems, including airborne platforms, payloads and payload...Where does AVAV stock trade?
AeroVironment Inc. (AVAV) is listed on NASDAQ.What sector and industry is AVAV in?
AeroVironment Inc. operates in the Industrials sector, Aerospace industry.When did AeroVironment Inc. go public?
AeroVironment Inc. (AVAV) completed its IPO in 2007.What are analysts saying about AVAV?
AeroVironment Inc. has had 8 recent analyst actions on file. The most recent action was from Macquarie: Outperform on 2026-10-16.What companies are similar to AVAV?
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