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Today marks an important milestone for AV as we have entered into an agreement to acquire BlueHalo in an all-stock transaction with an enterprise value of approximately $4.1 billion. Building on our more than 50 years of pioneering innovative defense solutions, with BlueHalo we will create a more diversified global leader in all-domain defense technologies capable of addressing the full spectrum of modern defense. Complementing AV’s expertise in the design, development, manufacturing, training and servicing of Uncrewed Systems, Loitering Munitions and Advanced Technologies, BlueHalo has leading solutions in Space Technologies, Counter-Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (cUAS), Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Cyber, AI and other Emerging Technologies including Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs), with a wealth of technologies, diverse customers and exceptional talent. Together, we will be positioned to drive growth and value creation as we continue to deliver reliable, field-proven solutions that address the most important priorities and needs of our nation and allies around the globe. We look forward to all that we will accomplish in this next chapter. View the full release here: https://lnkd.in/g5vTuavP

Happy Holidays from the AV team! We hope you have a wonderful season filled with cheer. #HappyHolidays

AV's combat-proven JUMP 20 autonomously takes off and lands with precision. This versatile UAS requires no launch or recovery equipment, enabling completely hands-free operation. This ensures maximum operational safety and flexibility, with fully autonomous flight from takeoff to landing on a moving vessel. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g2KD2Hz4 📷 courtesy of the DoD

AV has been shaping the future of uncrewed flight for over 50 years. From the pioneering Pointer UAS to the game-changing Switchblade and P550, we deliver cutting-edge technology that redefines what's possible. Discover the AV difference ➡️ avinc.com

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has denied the protest filed on September 6, 2024, challenging the U.S. Army’s sole-source award of a $990 million contract for our Switchblade systems. This decision reaffirms confidence in the integrity of the Army’s procurement process and its thorough evaluation of operational requirements. We are proud to continue delivering these combat-proven, mission-critical Switchblade systems to meet the warfighter’s operational needs. AV remains committed to fulfilling this contract and upholding our mission to provide innovative, relevant, and effective capabilities to those who serve and defend freedom.

Excited to see the P550 spotlighted in this great piece by Straight Arrow News! Discover how this customizable AI-powered UAS is redefining battlefield operations with unmatched adaptability for diverse mission objectives. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gXZz2Tt7 #BattlefieldAdaptability #P550UAS #AdvancedAI

Engineers from NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory and AeroVironment are completing a detailed assessment of the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter's final flight and this morning shared some initial highlights. Despite a challenging landing that resulted in gyroscopic forces damaging its rotor blades, Ingenuity's mission was a success. It far exceeded its original goals, completing 72 flights and flying over 30 times farther than planned. The detailed assessment will be published in the next few weeks as a NASA technical report. Read more and watch the press briefing: Press Release: https://lnkd.in/ggtVmi-e Press Conference: https://lnkd.in/gtwZAeEz #MarsHelicopter #Ingenuity #NASAJPL #AeroVironment #SpaceExploration #Innovation #Engineering

Gain the tactical advantage with Grip S20 and Kinesis. This powerful combination delivers unmatched control and precision for tactical operations. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gk86E-GX #GripS20 #Kinesis #Tomahawk

The challenge? Build a drone to fly on a Rose Parade float. The solution? Our incredible AV team! Check out their progress on this groundbreaking project. #RoseParade #WeAreAV #GreatPlaceToWork

On the move? The P550 adapts with you! Built for the dynamic battlefield, it can quickly adapt to fluid combat scenarios. The P550 meets these needs through an adaptable, field-reconfigurable design that allows for rapid, on-the-fly adjustments. Adapt, react, dominate. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gbAeGSYh #BattlefieldAdaptability #P550UAS #DefenseTech