What is the AeroVironment AVAV securities class action lawsuit about?

Investors allege AeroVironment misled shareholders about the risk of losing its U.S. Space Force SCAR contract. When the contract collapsed, the stock dropped sharply, triggering a federal 10b-5 securities fraud class action.

Who filed the AeroVironment AVAV class action lawsuit?

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a national securities litigation firm, filed the suit. Partner James "Josh" Wilson is leading the case and encouraging affected investors to contact him directly at 877-247-4292.

What is the class period for the AeroVironment AVAV securities lawsuit?

The class period runs from June 25, 2025 to March 10, 2026. Investors who purchased or acquired AVAV shares during this window may be eligible to participate in the class action.

What is the SCAR program and why does it matter to the AeroVironment lawsuit?

SCAR (Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource) is a Space Force initiative for mobile satellite ground stations. AeroVironment's BlueHalo subsidiary held the contract; losing it triggered the stock drops central to the lawsuit.

How much did AeroVironment stock drop because of the SCAR contract issues?

AVAV fell roughly 16% on January 20, 2026, another 17% on March 2, 2026, and 6% on March 11, 2026 — a cumulative decline from roughly $393 to $208 across the three corrective disclosure events.

What did AeroVironment allegedly lie about to investors?

Defendants allegedly understated the likelihood that competitors would challenge AeroVironment's SCAR work and overstated the company's financial prospects, making public statements materially false during the class period.

What is the $151.3 million goodwill impairment in the AeroVironment lawsuit?

After the Space Force terminated AeroVironment's BADGER contract, the company wrote down $151.3 million in goodwill in its Space division, contributing to a Q3 FY2026 operating loss of $179 million.

What is the deadline to join the AeroVironment AVAV class action lawsuit?

The lead plaintiff deadline is July 27, 2026. Investors do not need to act by this date to recover losses, but must file by then to seek appointment as lead plaintiff and direct the litigation.

What does it mean to be lead plaintiff in the AeroVironment AVAV lawsuit?

The lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest who represents the class. They direct litigation strategy alongside counsel. Absent class members can still share in any recovery without taking this role.

Can AeroVironment whistleblowers or former employees join the AVAV securities lawsuit?

Yes. Faruqi & Faruqi is actively seeking information from whistleblowers, former employees, and shareholders with knowledge of AeroVironment's conduct related to the SCAR program and related disclosures.

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Ticker AVAV

Class Period 06/25/2025 - 03/10/2026

Lead Plaintiff Deadline 07/27/2026

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If you are an AeroVironment investor who suffered a loss and would like to learn more, you can provide your information below:

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In AeroVironment To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

If you purchased or acquired securities in AeroVironment between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against AeroVironment, Inc. (“AeroVironment” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) and reminds investors of the July 27, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: (i) AeroVironment understated the likelihood that it would imminently face competition from other vendors for the work it performed in connection with the SCAR program and the U.S. Space Force’s ongoing efforts to modernize the SCN; (ii) accordingly, Defendants overstated AeroVironment’s business and financial prospects; and (iii) as a result, Defendants’ public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.

Lead Plaintiff Deadline: July 27, 2026

Call Partner Josh Wilson at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310)
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