AVAV AeroVironment Inc

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SEC Filings & Insider Trading Activity 2026

Business Overview

• • Core business model: Defense tech provider delivering autonomous, precision strike, counter-UAS, space, directed energy, and cyber systems globally
• • New segments post-May 1, 2025: Two reportable segments formed—Autonomous Systems and Space, Cyber, and Directed Energy after BlueHalo acquisition
• • Strategic shift: Enhanced capabilities from BlueHalo acquisition including RF systems, digital phased array antennas, directed energy weapons, and cyber mission solutions
• • Quantitative highlight: Funded backlog rose to $1,183M from $727M YoY; 3,991 full-time employees with 2,366 in R&D and engineering
• • Noteworthy fact: Launch of new product Mayhem 10 supporting multi-role ISR, EW, decoy, comms relay, and precision strike across air, ground, maritime platforms

Management Discussion & Analysis

• • Revenue $1.98B, up 141% YoY from $821M; product revenue up $723M including $526M from BlueHalo & ESAero acquisitions, service revenue up $434M
• • Gross margin down to 25% from 39% due to increased amortization and higher service revenue proportion; operating loss $(311)M vs income $41M
• • Best segment AxS: revenue $1.36B (+65%), adjusted EBITDA $289M (+97%); worst SCDE segment loss with adjusted EBITDA $(2.6)M on $619M revenue (new from BlueHalo acquisition)
• • Cash flow: Operating cash used $(78.4)M vs $(1.3)M YoY; Investing cash used $1.23B due to acquisitions; Financing cash provided $1.65B from equity and notes to repay debt
• • Forward outlook: $16.3M purchase option on Huntsville building executed; expect stable funding from operations and credit facilities; risks from goodwill impairment in Space segment ($241M charge)

Risk Factors

• • U.S. govt. budget & spending risk: 85% revenue from U.S. govt., with 63% from DoD; DOGE spending review creates funding uncertainty as of FY2026
• • Geopolitical supply risk: rare earth metals mostly sourced from China; Jan 2024 China sanctions and Mar 2025 export controls on AeroVironment may limit component availability
• • Operational supply chain risk: $127.7M R&D spend (6% of revenue FY2026); reliance on sole-source specialized suppliers without long-term contracts increases component scarcity risk
• • Competitive disruption: intense competition in UAS market from Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Anduril, Textron, and others; rapid tech change and AI integration essential to maintain advantage
• • Financial leverage risk: $747.5M convertible notes outstanding (0% interest, maturity 2030); previous $700M term loan repaid in 2025 but revolving credit remains; debt covenants may restrict flexibility

Risk Factors

• • New risk: evolving federal, state, international privacy laws; compliance uncertainty may increase costs and limit data use, triggered by recent regulatory changes
• • Most updated risk: U.S. DoD CMMC cybersecurity compliance; potential contract loss and penalties if non-compliant, costs may rise materially
• • Regulatory risk: GDPR and California Consumer Privacy Act impose strict data protection; noncompliance risks include fines, litigation, and reputation damage
• • Operational risk: U.S. government budget delays and spending shifts; risk of lost/delayed revenue including from BlueHalo acquisition contracts
• • Financial risk: $727M total debt Notes outstanding as of Jan 31, 2026; significant cash flow required for debt service may constrain operations and flexibility

What are the latest AVAV SEC filings in 2026?

AeroVironment Inc (AVAV) has filed a 10-K annual report on June 29, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on March 11, 2026, an 8-K current report on July 29, 2026 with the SEC. SignalX tracks every new SEC EDGAR filing daily, including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Form 4 insider transactions, with AI-powered summaries of key sections.

When did AVAV file its most recent 10-K annual report?

AeroVironment Inc (AVAV) filed its most recent 10-K annual report on June 29, 2026. The 10-K includes audited financial statements, business overview, risk factors, and management discussion, all available on SignalX with AI-generated summaries and XBRL financial data.

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AeroVironment Inc (AVAV)'s most recent 10-Q quarterly report was filed on March 11, 2026. SignalX displays every AVAV 10-Q with AI-generated summaries of the MD&A (Management Discussion & Analysis) and Risk Factors sections, plus links to the original SEC EDGAR document.

What 8-K current reports has AVAV filed recently?

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How often does AVAV file with the SEC?

AeroVironment Inc (AVAV) files a 10-K annual report once per year (typically within 60 days of fiscal year-end) and 10-Q quarterly reports three times per year. 8-K current reports are filed as needed when material events occur, and Form 4 insider transaction reports are due within two business days of a trade. SignalX monitors SEC EDGAR daily to surface every new AVAV filing with AI-powered analysis.

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A 10-K is a comprehensive annual report with audited financials, business overview, and risk factors. A 10-Q is a shorter quarterly report with unaudited financials and management discussion. An 8-K is a current report filed when a material event occurs, such as earnings releases, executive changes, acquisitions, or other significant developments. SignalX provides AI-generated summaries for all three filing types for AeroVironment Inc (AVAV).

What is AVAV's SEC CIK number?

AeroVironment Inc (AVAV)'s SEC CIK (Central Index Key) number is 1368622. The CIK is a unique identifier assigned by the SEC to every filing entity. You can use CIK 1368622 to look up all AVAV filings on SEC EDGAR, or browse them here on SignalX with AI-powered analysis.

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