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AEVEX Showcasing Autonomous Systems, Launched Effects, Unmanned Platforms, and Additive Manufacturing Capabilities at SOF Week 2026

SOLANA BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AEVEX Corp. (NYSE: AVEX) is presenting its comprehensive portfolio of autonomous systems, launched effects, airborne ISR, and mission‑enabling technologies as special operations, defense, and security leaders convene in Tampa for SOF Week 2026.

SOF Week remains an important venue as we engage with customers and partners on mission priorities.

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Throughout the week, visitors to Booth 1933 on Level 3 of the Tampa Convention Center will have the opportunity to engage with AEVEX leaders, engineers, and operational experts while exploring a broad array of capabilities across air, maritime, and additive manufacturing mission sets. AEVEX’s lineup of unmanned systems will be on display inside its booth, complemented by outdoor demonstrations and exhibits.

Featured AEVEX activities include:

  • Daily demonstrations of the Mako Lite unmanned surface vehicle (USV) operating each morning in the harbor outside the Tampa Convention Center
  • ForgeX Additive Manufacturing capability displayed at the Convention Center entrance, showcasing rapidly deployable, forward‑relevant production and sustainment concepts
  • AEVEX launched effects, autonomous systems, advanced positioning, navigation and timing (A2PNT), and mission‑tailored unmanned solutions at Booth 1933

“AEVEX continues to deliver adaptable, affordable, and operationally relevant capabilities that enhance the effectiveness of U.S. and allied forces,” said Craig Anders, SVP, Business Development at AEVEX. “SOF Week remains an important venue as we engage with customers and partners on mission priorities.”

AEVEX welcomes the opportunity to connect with attendees throughout SOF Week to discuss how the company is advancing autonomous systems, affordable mass, additive manufacturing, and multi‑domain operational solutions.

For more information, visit www.aevex.com.

About AEVEX

AEVEX Corp. (NYSE: AVEX) is a leading U.S. defense technology company delivering autonomous unmanned systems, AI‑enabled mission software, and advanced ISR and electronic warfare solutions for national security customers. With vertically integrated engineering, rapid prototyping, and high‑volume manufacturing across multiple U.S. locations, AEVEX provides affordable, front‑line‑ready capabilities designed for contested and GPS‑denied environments. AEVEX’s mission is to strengthen deterrence, enhance warfighter effectiveness, and help ensure the United States maintains technological and industrial advantage in the era of autonomy.

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