AV Secures First International Order for LOCUST® Directed Energy Counter‑Drone Systems

ARLINGTON, Va., September 08, 2026--AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced it has received its first international purchase order for the LOCUST® Laser Weapon System. The landmark, first of its kind direct commercial sale (DCS) order, valued at more than $50 million, marks a significant milestone in the global adoption of AV’s directed energy counter‑drone capabilities.