AeroVironment

‘$5-Per-Shot’: AeroVironment Debuts New AI-Enabled Laser to Shred Drones

AeroVironment is pushing deeper into anti-drone defense with a new ‘$5-per-shot’ laser weapon built to burn down airborne threats in contested environments.

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AV Wins $117M US Army Deal for P550 Long-Range Reconnaissance Drones

California company Aerovironment (AV) has clinched a $117-million contract to deliver its P550 long-range reconnaissance uncrewed aerial vehicles to the US Army.

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AeroVironment Acquires ESAero for $200M to Boost Drone Capabilities

AeroVironment has acquired California drone maker ESAero for about $200 million in a deal that strengthens its ability to design, prototype and produce advanced UAS for defense applications.

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AeroVironment to Expand New Mexico Manufacturing With $30M Investment

AeroVironment will invest more than $30 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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US Army Orders More Switchblade Kamikaze Drones From AeroVironment

AeroVironment has received a $186-million contract to provide its flagship Switchblade 600 and Switchblade 300 loitering munitions for the US Army.

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AeroVironment Flaunts Next-Gen UUV That Can Maneuver in Any Orientation

Mission Specialist Wraith is a next-gen unmanned underwater vehicle, operating at depths up to 1,000 meters, equipped with 10 vectored thrusters, and powered by onboard batteries.

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Electronic Warfare Hits the Littorals: VTOL Drone Delivers Expeditionary EW Edge

P4 Transwing VTOL is an autonomous drone with a 90-pound max takeoff weight, 15-pound payload, 6.9 by 4.2-foot footprint, and features an electric drivetrain.

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AeroVironment Supplies ROVs to US Coast Guard

AeroVironment is supplying Mission Specialist Defender ROVs to the US Coast Guard, enhancing underwater inspections and maritime response.

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AeroVironment Wins $874M US Army Contract to Expand Global Drone Sales

The US Army has awarded AeroVironment an $874-million contract to support foreign military sales of unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone technology.

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General Dynamics Demos PERCH Loitering Munition Launcher From Abrams 

General Dynamics Land Systems has demonstrated a new modular kit that enables the Abrams tank to launch AeroVironment loitering munitions. 

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