AeroVironment issues statement regarding Space Force negotiations

AeroVironment (AVAV) issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Space Force’s delivery of Badger phased array antenna systems to support the Satellite Communications Augmentation Resource program: “We remain in active negotiations with the U.S. Space Force regarding AV’s contract to deliver ground stations to support the SCAR program. AV appreciates that the contract was temporarily paused while both parties work together on a firm-fixed-price contract that provides a commercialized product solution with an expedited delivery timeline. AV is focused on aligning to customer needs and, as separately announced, is actively investing in expanding manufacturing capacity in Albuquerque, New Mexico to support growth in our Space and Directed Energy platforms, including manufacturing for the SCAR program. AV’s innovation and ability to scale ahead of manufacturing remains a key differentiator, giving us a competitive edge in the broader defense market. AV is confident in its ability to successfully deliver our systems ahead of competitors.”