AIRO’s Training Division Awarded $1.9 Million U.S. Navy Contract to Support Flight and JTAC Training

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MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AIRO) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Coastal Defense Inc., part of the company’s Training Division, has been awarded a $1.9 million, one‑year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to support U.S. Navy Flight and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training programs.

The award enhances a core element of Navy readiness: the ability for aircrews and JTACs to safely and effectively coordinate close air support in dynamic and complex environments. These training programs emphasize standardized joint procedures, advanced communication skills, and operational discipline that are critical to mission success across today’s multi‑domain battlespace.

Under this contract, AIRO’s Coastal Defense team will deliver specialized training support services designed to elevate the realism and execution of Navy aviation and JTAC training events. The award builds on AIRO’s history of strong performance with this customer and reflects the Navy’s continued confidence in AIRO’s ability to support training missions requiring precision, agility, and technical expertise.

“This award builds directly on the successful work our team has already delivered for this customer and highlights the growing depth of AIRO’s training capabilities,” said Chris Levy, Senior Vice President and General Manager of AIRO’s Training Division. “Supporting critical Navy training missions requires realism, reliability, and a deep understanding of operational requirements. AIRO’s Training Division remains focused on delivering scalable, high‑fidelity solutions that strengthen readiness and meet the evolving needs of naval aviation.”

Emphasizing the strategic importance of this, AIRO’s Executive Chairman, Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria said, “AIRO’s momentum continues to build as our divisions operate with greater alignment and shared purpose. The success of our Training Division showcases the mission expertise and innovation emerging across the company, strengthening our position as an integrated provider of training, avionics, drones, and electric air mobility solutions. The Navy’s trust underscores the value of our approach, and as our Training Division becomes a strategic pillar of the enterprise, we remain focused on delivering mission‑ready capabilities that meet the evolving needs of the defense community and drive lasting value for all stakeholders.”

About AIRO

AIRO Group Holdings is a next-generation aerospace and advanced air mobility platform driving innovation in defense and commercial markets. Headquartered in McLean, VA, with operations in the U.S., Canada, and Denmark, AIRO combines global reach with deep technical expertise. Through a vertically integrated model and a differentiated technology portfolio, AIRO delivers solutions across four high-growth segments: Drones, Avionics, Training, and Electric Air Mobility.

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