AeroVironment appoints former Leonardo DRS CEO William J. Lynn III to Board

Filed June 25, 2026 · Period ending June 24, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  William J. Lynn III joined the Board effective June 24, 2026, bringing 14 years as Chairman/CEO of defense electronics firm Leonardo DRS and prior service as Deputy Secretary of Defense (2009-2011).

  Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation verify on EDGAR →
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  Lynn led development of the Department of Defense's first cyber strategy as Deputy Secretary and held senior roles at Raytheon and within DoD, including Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller).

  Exhibit 99.1 verify on EDGAR →
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  Board size reduced from 10 to 9 directors concurrent with Lynn's appointment; he will serve as Class I director with term expiring at the 2026 Annual Meeting.

  Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation verify on EDGAR →