AeroVironment announces USAF awarded UES a three-year $25M contract

The United States Air Force, USAF, has awarded UES, a division of advanced research and development leader AeroVironment (AVAV), a three-year, $25M contract to transition innovative human health and performance technologies from research to field deployment. “With stringent requirements, harsh operating environments, and limited access to specialized infrastructure, health-focused devices for our military service members have faced unique challenges in reaching operational use,” said Dr. Stephaney Shanks, Vice President of Health and Performance Technologies at AV. “AV has the tools, track record, and technical expertise to tackle these challenges with solutions that deliver real-world impact, using the power of science to protect and empower our warfighters.”