AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. Common Stock

AIRO Announces First U.S. Sale of RQ-35 and RQ-70 Unmanned Aircraft Systems

AIRO Group announced its first U.S. sale of the RQ-35 and RQ-70 unmanned aircraft systems, an order from a U.S. government customer for a specific mission requirement. The milestone marks AIRO's entry into the U.S. drone market and establishes past performance with the U.S. Government, a key factor in future awards. It follows the July 2026 addition of the RQ-35 to the DCMA Blue UAS List clearing it for government procurement. No order value or delivery terms were disclosed; management framed the win as a foundation for growth across U.S., NATO and allied markets.

•6d ago

AIRO Expands NATO Market Access Through NSPA Framework Agreement

AIRO Group's subsidiary Sky-Watch A/S was selected under a framework agreement with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) via the UAS Partnership. The agreement gives NATO member nations a streamlined procurement pathway for the RQ-35 Heidrun, a battle-tested hand-launched ISR drone with up to 2.5 hours of endurance. No firm order value was disclosed; the deal expands market access and supports AIRO's international growth strategy rather than adding immediate booked revenue.

•11d ago

AIRO Qualifies for Canada's Defence Drone Initiative Marketplace

AIRO Group Holdings announced that its subsidiary Jaunt Air Mobility Canada was awarded a Supply Arrangement under Canada's Defence Drone Initiative Marketplace, making it a pre-qualified supplier for Canadian Armed Forces drone and autonomous systems opportunities. The arrangement, awarded through the Defence Investment Agency, is effective from September 10, 2026 through July 31, 2031 and provides a streamlined procurement pathway. No contract value was awarded; qualification only positions AIRO to compete for future work, so the revenue impact remains speculative at this stage.

•24d ago

AIRO Invited to Phase 2.5 of Drone Dominance Program

AIRO Group Holdings has been invited to Phase 2.5 of the Drone Dominance Program, one of 17 companies selected for this stage. AIRO will participate in the Phase 2.5 Bomber Qualifier at Camp Grayling, Michigan, in October 2026, in the most demanding testing phase of the program to date. The phase evaluates 17 drones across three mission sets and two testing stages, including a military-operated bomber gauntlet; performance there could position AIRO for follow-on program opportunities.

•1mo ago

AIRO Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

AIRO delivered Q2 revenue of $43.2 million, surging 76% year-over-year driven by strength in its Drones segment, while gross margin expanded to 64%. Operating income swung to a profit of $1.7 million and drone backlog increased 9% sequentially to $163 million, supported by the Blue UAS certification of the RQ-35 platform. Management reaffirmed full-year revenue growth guidance of 15% to 25%, though full-year Adjusted EBITDA is expected to remain in the negative mid- to high-teens.

•2mo ago

Jaunt Air Mobility Selects Calogy Solutions to Design Battery System for Next-Generation Dual-Use Hybrid-Electric VTOL Drone

AIRO Group Holdings' subsidiary Jaunt Air Mobility selected Calogy Solutions to design the battery system for its JC-250 and JX-250 hybrid-electric VTOL drone variants. Calogy will employ its proprietary Uni.T™ passive air-cooling technology to deliver liquid-cooling performance without traditional weight and complexity, aiming to enhance safety and reliability. This partnership marks a development milestone as Jaunt progresses toward flight testing and commercialization of its next-generation aircraft platform.

•3mo ago

AIRO Group’s Consolidated Phoenix Manufacturing Facility Achieves AS9100D Certification

AIRO Group announced that its consolidated avionics and drone manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona, has achieved AS9100D certification. The certification follows the consolidation of Aspen Avionics' manufacturing with AIRO's U.S.-based drone business, aiming to strengthen the company's position in general aviation and advanced aerospace markets. Management noted that the milestone reflects a strategic investment in manufacturing excellence and operational discipline required to serve the aviation, space, and defense industries.

•3mo ago

Richard “Rich” Cimino Named Vice President of Engineering for AIRO’s US Drone and Avionics Businesses

AIRO Group appointed Richard "Rich" Cimino as Vice President of Engineering for its US drone and avionics businesses, effective July 27, 2026. Cimino brings over 20 years of experience from previous leadership roles at Anduril Industries and Panasonic Avionics. He will lead engineering strategy at Aspen Avionics and drive initiatives across AIRO's US-based drone operations. Management expects his expertise in certified avionics and autonomous systems to accelerate product roadmaps and innovation in the aerospace and defense sectors.

•3mo ago

AIRO Completes Major Delivery of its RQ-35 ISTAR UAS, Highlighting Production Scale

AIRO completed a major delivery of its RQ-35 Heidrun UAS to a global defense customer during the second quarter of 2026. This milestone underscores the company's ability to scale production and meet large-volume demand for its autonomous systems through vertical integration. The RQ-35 is a battle-proven fixed-wing drone with onboard AI, offering up to three hours of endurance and a 50 km operational range.

•3mo ago

AIRO’s RQ-35 Heidrun ISR Drone Added To U.S. Blue UAS List

AIRO's RQ-35 Heidrun drone secured Blue UAS certification from the Defense Contract Management Agency, clearing the way for U.S. Department of War acquisition. The designation confirms compliance with NDAA requirements and secure supply chain standards, streamlining procurement for government and national security missions. The battle-tested platform offers 2.5-hour flight time and will be produced at AIRO's new Phoenix facility to meet growing U.S. demand.

•3mo ago

AIRO Completes First Operational Delivery Featuring New Zentra Camera Suite

AIRO Group Holdings completed its first operational delivery of an unmanned aircraft systems order featuring the new Zentra Camera Suite. The delivery, executed in Q2 2026, marks the first operational deployment of the proprietary Zentra offering on the RQ-35 Heidrun platform. Developed by subsidiary Sky-Watch, the Zentra Suite combines EO/IR sensing, thermal detection, and AI-driven analytics in a compact architecture, advancing AIRO’s strategy for vertically integrated UAS capabilities.

•4mo ago

AIRO Debuts RQ-70 Long-Range ISR Drone Platform at Eurosatory 2026, Advancing Multi-Product Growth Strategy

AIRO unveiled the RQ-70 long-range ISR drone at Eurosatory 2026, expanding its product portfolio beyond the tactical frontline. The company expects the platform to enter full-scale production in January 2027, utilizing its existing NDAA-compliant manufacturing infrastructure. The RQ-70 offers up to 8 hours of endurance and a 100 km operational range, capable of operating in GNSS-denied environments. This complements the existing RQ-35 Heidrun, positioning AIRO as a multi-platform provider for NATO and allied forces. Management noted that the company is currently engaged with multiple defense customers regarding future deployment opportunities.

•4mo ago

AIRO Accelerates Global Defense Platform Strategy With Strategic European Expansion

AIRO Group Holdings acquired a 390,000-square-foot industrial plot in Rebild Municipality, Denmark, to build its next large-scale production facility. The expansion supports the company’s strategy to scale its globally integrated defense platform, specifically addressing demand for unmanned ISR and autonomous systems. The new site will enhance cost-efficient operations for the flagship RQ-35 Heidrun and support the introduction of the new RQ-70 Dainn platform.

•5mo ago

Modern Warfare Is Outpacing Traditional Defense Systems: AIRO Introduces RQ-70 Dainn, Shaped by Years of Battlefield Experience

AIRO Group Holdings introduced the RQ-70 Dainn, a long-range unmanned aircraft system designed for ISR and target acquisition, building on the operational success of the RQ-35 platform. The new system features 8 hours of flight time, a 100 km operational range, and vertical take-off capabilities, with full-scale production targeted for January 2027. Management emphasized that the RQ-70's design leverages direct feedback from contested environments, offering enhanced AI-driven autonomy and resilience in GPS-denied areas.

•5mo ago