AeroVironment acquires Empirical Systems Aerospace

Evidence notes
- The completed transaction brought ESAero into AeroVironment as a subsidiary.
- AeroVironment described ESAero as a producer of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air-mobility platforms.
- ESAero continued operating from its California facilities with its existing leadership.
Company context
Engineering and manufacturing company for unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility, including electric and hybrid propulsion, rapid aerospace prototyping, and AS9100-certified UAS manufacturing.