BlackRock (AVAV) discloses 3.37M AeroVironment shares held for clients

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BlackRock, Inc. reports significant ownership of AeroVironment Inc common stock. As of June 30, 2026, BlackRock beneficially owned 3,367,938 AeroVironment shares, representing 6.7% of the outstanding common stock.

BlackRock has sole voting power over 3,281,474 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 3,367,938 shares, with no shared voting or dispositive power. The filing notes that various underlying persons have rights to dividends or sale proceeds, but no individual person holds more than five percent of AeroVironment’s total outstanding common shares.

Key Figures

Beneficial ownership: 3,367,938 shares Percent of class: 6.7% Sole voting power: 3,281,474 shares +2 more

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Beneficial ownership 3,367,938 shares AeroVironment common stock beneficially owned by BlackRock as of June 30, 2026

Percent of class 6.7% Portion of AeroVironment common stock class owned by BlackRock

Sole voting power 3,281,474 shares Shares for which BlackRock has sole power to vote or direct the vote

Sole dispositive power 3,367,938 shares Shares for which BlackRock has sole power to dispose or direct disposition

Amendment number Amendment No. 18 Amended Schedule 13G filing on AeroVironment ownership

Key Terms

beneficially owned, sole voting power, dispositive power, parent holding company, +1 more

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beneficially owned financial

"reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

sole voting power financial

"Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 3281474"

Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.

dispositive power financial

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 3367938"

Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.

parent holding company financial

"If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to (ii)(G)"

Schedule 13G regulatory

"Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person."

A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.

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FAQ

What percentage of AeroVironment (AVAV) does BlackRock currently own?

BlackRock beneficially owns 6.7% of AeroVironment’s common stock. This corresponds to 3,367,938 shares as reported for the position as of June 30, 2026, giving BlackRock a notable but non-controlling stake in the company.

How many AeroVironment (AVAV) shares does BlackRock report as beneficially owned?

BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 3,367,938 AeroVironment common shares. This stake represents 6.7% of the class and reflects holdings attributed to certain BlackRock business units and their subsidiaries and affiliates.

What voting power does BlackRock have over AeroVironment (AVAV) shares?

BlackRock has sole voting power over 3,281,474 AeroVironment shares and no shared voting power. It also has sole dispositive power over 3,367,938 shares, indicating control over how these shares are voted and disposed.

Do any individual BlackRock clients hold over 5% of AeroVironment (AVAV)?

According to the filing, no single person has an interest in more than 5% of AeroVironment’s outstanding common shares. Various persons may receive dividends or sale proceeds, but each individual interest remains below this threshold.

Whose holdings are included in BlackRock’s reported AeroVironment (AVAV) position?

The reported position reflects securities beneficially owned or deemed beneficially owned by certain business units of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It excludes other disaggregated BlackRock business units under SEC Release No. 34-39538.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 18)

AeroVironment Inc

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

008073108

(CUSIP Number)

06/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 008073108

1

Names of Reporting Persons

BlackRock, Inc.

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 3,281,474.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 3,367,938.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

3,367,938.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

6.7 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: AeroVironment Inc
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 241 18TH STREET SOUTH, SUITE 650 ARLINGTON VA 22202
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: BlackRock, Inc. In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this Schedule 13G reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units") of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It does not include securities, if any, beneficially owned by other business units whose beneficial ownership of securities are disaggregated from that of the Reporting Business Units in accordance with such release.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: BlackRock, Inc., 50 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
(c)	Citizenship: See Item 4 of Cover Page
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 008073108
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 3367938
(b)	Percent of class: 6.7 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 3281474
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 3367938
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Not Applicable
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required. Various persons have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the common stock of AeroVironment Inc. No one person's interest in the common stock of AeroVironment Inc is more than five percent of the total outstanding common shares.
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. See Exhibit 99
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

BlackRock, Inc.

Signature:	Spencer Fleming
Name/Title:	Managing Director
Date:	07/27/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7