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AeroVironment, Inc.

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In 1971, Dr. Paul MacCready founded AeroVironment with a visionary approach to solving complex challenges through aerodynamic innovation. What began as a small engineering firm has evolved into a global defense technology leader that redefines what's possible in autonomous systems. Dr. MacCready's legacy of 'achieving the impossible' continues to inspire the company's mission to deliver intelligent, multi-mission robotic systems that protect lives and advance sustainability through transformative innovation.

Over five decades, AeroVironment has pioneered breakthrough technologies from the first man-portable unmanned aircraft system, Pointer, to game-changing solutions like Switchblade and P550. Today, the company delivers battlefield-proven capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains, serving defense, government, and commercial customers worldwide. Guided by core values of People-First Culture, Results + Ownership, Innovate + Simplify, Dedication to Customers, and Evolve to Dominate, AeroVironment continues to push boundaries, ensuring those who serve always have the technological advantage.

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