AeroVironment, Inc.

AeroVironment, Inc. is a world leader in unmanned robotics and intelligence systems, such as unmanned aircraft systems, tactical missile systems, medium unmanned aircraft systems and high-altitude pseudo-satellite systems. The company’s products are used in a range of industries, including government, defense, search and rescue, oil and gas, infrastructure inspection, emergency response and more. AeroVironment is dedicated to the development of reliable and innovative solutions that are not only cost effective, but also safe, leading to greater efficiency and effectiveness.

Among AeroVironment’s portfolio of products and services is the award-winning RQ-11 Raven system, a light-weight, hand-launched unmanned aircraft system. Raven has become the most widely fielded UAS in the world and has been used in more than 1.2 million combat missions since 2003. The company offers a broad range of related training and support services, such as ground control systems, flight control systems, payload integration, mission control, real-time data acquisition, mission planning and vehicle maintenance.

The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and is actively engaged in research and development in order to remain at the forefront of technology and industry practices. This commitment to R&D has led to numerous awards and recognitions from The Wall Street Journal, MIT Technology Review, Popular Science and the World Economic Forum.

In addition to producing and delivering complete robotic systems, AeroVironment also provides spare parts and accessories for the UAS, TMS, and MUAS products. These include batteries, alternative payload modules, chargers, and other items and services related to unmanned aircraft systems. The company also regularly invests in new projects, including its High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellite System (HAPS) project, which aims to provide internet access via a solar-powered network of unmanned aircraft flying at an altitude of 20 kilometers. AeroVironment has also developed an innovative unmanned ground vehicle called the Switchblade, which can be used to protect troops in ground combat. The Switchblade is capable of launching an explosive payload at a target, an advantage over other UAS which can only be used for reconnaissance and surveillance purposes.

AeroVironment is committed to delivering safe and reliable products and services for a range of customers, from the Department of Defense to private companies. The company is certified to the AS9100D, ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards, demonstrating its commitment to quality and environmental management. In addition, the company has established a comprehensive Safety Management System to ensure the safety of its personnel, products and services.