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AEVEX (AVEX)

Drone manufacturer and US Department of War contractor. Modular Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV), loitering munitions, and precision-strike systems.

$312M
Target Raise
16M
Shares Offered
$18–21
Price Range
S-1 Status S-1/A Filed April 9, 2026 | NYSE: AVEX | Listing: April 17, 2026

IPO Timeline

AEVEX's path to the public markets

✓ Completed
S-1 Filed
April 2026
✓ Completed
S-1/A (Pricing)
April 9, 2026
● Active
Pricing
April 12–16, 2026
Upcoming
NYSE Debut
April 17, 2026

Key IPO Details

AVEX
Ticker Symbol
NYSE
$18–21
Price Range
$312M
Target Raise
16M
Shares Offered
$350M
Market Cap (mid)
April 17
Listing Date

About AEVEX

Company Overview

AEVEX Aerospace is a drone manufacturer and US Department of War contractor specializing in Modular Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV). The company develops loitering munitions and precision-strike systems for defense applications.

Founded in 2019 in Frederick, Maryland, AEVEX has grown to become a key supplier of drone technology to the US military and allied nations. The company''s products include surveillance drones, attack drones, and autonomous surface vehicles used in modern warfare scenarios.

Defense Drones Aerospace Government Contracts

Company Info

Headquarters Frederick, MD
Founded 2019
CEO Eric Deagle
Employees 500+
Industry Aerospace & Defense

IPO Details

Exchange NYSE
Ticker AVEX
Listing Date April 17, 2026

Why Now?

Defense Spending Boom

Global defense spending is at historic highs as nations modernize their militaries. The US and allied nations are significantly increasing defense procurement.

  • US defense budget: $886B in 2026
  • NATO members increasing spending to 3% of GDP
  • Drone procurement a top priority

Unmanned Systems Demand

Modern warfare increasingly relies on drones and autonomous systems. This creates massive demand for US-made drone technology.

  • Ukraine war showed drone effectiveness
  • US seeking domestic drone manufacturing
  • Loitering munitions in high demand
$38B
Global UAS market by 2027

How to Invest in AEVEX

Before the IPO

Contact your brokerage to request IPO allocation. Major platforms that commonly offer IPO access include:

  • Robinhood — IPO access for qualified users
  • Fidelity — IPO allocations through Fidelity Active Trader
  • Charles Schwab — IPO access for clients
  • E*TRADE — IPO center for eligible accounts

After Trading Begins

Once AVEX begins trading on the NYSE, you can purchase shares through any brokerage that supports NYSE listings.

  • Open a brokerage account
  • Search for "AVEX" or "AEVEX Aerospace"
  • Place a market or limit order
April 17
Expected first day of trading

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the AEVEX IPO date?+
AEVEX is scheduled to list on the NYSE on April 17, 2026, under the ticker symbol AVEX. The S-1/A was filed on April 9, 2026, confirming the pricing range and listing details.
What is the AEVEX IPO price range?+
AEVEX is offering 16 million primary shares at a price range of $18-21 per share. At the midpoint of $19.50, the raise would be approximately $312 million. The market cap at the midpoint would be approximately $350 million.
What does AEVEX do?+
AEVEX Aerospace is a drone manufacturer and US Department of War contractor. The company specializes in Modular Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV), loitering munitions, and precision-strike systems for defense applications.
What is AEVEX's business model?+
AEVEX develops and manufactures unmanned aerial systems (drones) and unmanned surface vehicles for military and defense applications. The company supplies the US Department of War and allied nations with surveillance drones, loitering munitions, and precision-strike systems. Revenue comes from government contracts and defense procurement.
Why is AEVEX IPOing now?+
The defense sector is experiencing unprecedented demand due to increased global tensions and military modernization programs. The US and allied nations are significantly increasing defense spending, creating a tailwind for defense contractors. AEVEX's IPO timing captures this defense spending cycle at peak demand.