AeroVironment receives $50M+ international order for LOCUST laser system
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AV Secures First International Order for LOCUST® Directed Energy Counter‑Drone Systems
September 10, 2026 8:00 AM EDTOperationally proven laser weapon system receives first international purchase order valued at more than $50 million, highlighting growing global demand for scaled directed energy defense for counter-UAS missions.
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- 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 AVs directed energy counterdrone capabilities.
The purchase order covers an initial... More
