Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Who we are?
AeroVironment, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Electric Vehicle Solutions, Industrial Electric Vehicle Systems, and Power Cycling and Test Systems.
What we do?
AV designs and develops Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) such as the Puma, the Wasp, and the Raven, for certain sectors of the American Military and Government, such as the United States Department of Defense.
Why we do it?
AeroVironment is a technology solutions provider that designs, develops, produces and supports an advanced portfolio of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and electric transportation solutions. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company electric-powered, hand-launched unmanned aircraft systems extensively to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance and communication. AeroVironment electric transportation solutions include a comprehensive suite of electric vehicle (EV) charging systems, installation and data services for consumers, automakers, utilities and government agencies, power cycling and test systems for EV developers and industrial electric vehicle charging systems for commercial fleets.
How did we get started?
Dr. Paul MacCready founded AeroVironment, Inc. in 1971. His education in physics and engineering led him to develop clean energy vehicles, including the human-powered Gossamer Albatross and Gossamer Condor. Since then, the United States Military, NASA, and various other companies have utilized AVs products and services.
Business Name: | AeroVironment |
Business Owner: | AeroVironment, Inc. |
Business Address: | 181 W. Huntington Drive, Suite 202 |
Business City: | Monrovia |
Business State: | CA |
Phone Number: | (626) 357-9983 |
Business Website: | http://www.avinc.com |
Year Business Started: | 1971 |
Are Your Licensed? | Yes |
Are You Insured Or Bonded? | Yes |
Local Affiliations: | Membership in the National Academy of Engineering, Membership in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Membership in the American Philosophical Society, Fellow Status in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, American Meteorological Society, Member of the AMS Council. |
Services We Provide | AeroVironment manufactures Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for sectors of the United States Armed Forces, Clean Energy Systems for commercial and residential locations, and Fast Charge Solutions for hybrid and electric vehicles. |
What Areas Do Your Service? | Worldwide |