Unusual Machines (UMAC) director awarded fully vested restricted stock
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Thompson Jeffrey M reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Unusual Machines, Inc. director Jeffrey M. Thompson received a grant of 2,784 shares of restricted common stock on May 20, 2026. The award was granted at a price of $0.00 per share under the company’s 2022 Equity Incentive Plan and is fully vested, subject to execution of the standard Restricted Stock Agreement. Following this grant, Thompson directly holds 345,345 shares of Unusual Machines common stock.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
Thompson Jeffrey M
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 2,784 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 345,345 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Restricted stock granted: 2,784 shares
Grant price per share: $0.00 per share
Shares held after transaction: 345,345 shares
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Restricted stock granted
2,784 shares
Grant to director on May 20, 2026
Grant price per share
$0.00 per share
Restricted common stock award
Shares held after transaction
345,345 shares
Director’s direct holdings following grant
Key Terms
restricted common stock, Section 16(b), Rule 16b-3, 2022 Equity Incentive Plan, +1 more
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restricted common stock financial
"The shares of restricted common stock are fully vested and subject to execution of the Issuer's standard Restricted Stock Agreement."
Restricted common stock is company shares that carry limits on selling or transferring for a set period or until certain conditions are met, like time-based vesting or regulatory clearance. Think of them as shares in a locked box that gradually open; they can become freely tradable later but initially reduce the number of shares available on the market. Investors watch restricted stock because its eventual release can change a company’s share supply, affect stock price, and influence control and dilution.
Section 16(b) regulatory
"The grant of the Issuer's restricted common stock was exempt from Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934"
A federal rule that requires company insiders—like officers, directors and large shareholders—to return any profits made from buying and selling the company’s stock within a six-month window. It matters to investors because it discourages short-term trades that could exploit non-public information and helps protect outside shareholders by creating a simple, enforceable way to recover unfair gains, much like a rule stopping someone from flipping a limited-edition item for quick profit after getting early access.
Rule 16b-3 regulatory
"by virtue of Rule 16b-3 promulgated thereunder, as it was approved by the Issuer's Board of Directors."
Rule 16b-3 is a Securities and Exchange Commission regulation that exempts certain routine, pre-approved transactions by company insiders from automatic liability for short-term trading profits. It acts like a safe harbor: if an insider follows a formal plan or the board approves specific transactions in advance, profits from buying and selling company stock within six months are not automatically reclaimed. Investors care because the rule clarifies when insider trades are permissible and reduces uncertainty about potential clawbacks.
2022 Equity Incentive Plan financial
"The shares of restricted common stock were granted under the Issuer's 2022 Equity Incentive Plan."
Restricted Stock Agreement financial
"subject to execution of the Issuer's standard Restricted Stock Agreement."
FAQ
What insider transaction did Unusual Machines (UMAC) report for Jeffrey M. Thompson?
Unusual Machines reported that director Jeffrey M. Thompson received a grant of 2,784 shares of restricted common stock. The grant was awarded at $0.00 per share and increases his direct holdings to 345,345 shares of the company’s common stock.
What type of stock did Unusual Machines (UMAC) grant to director Jeffrey M. Thompson?
Unusual Machines granted Thompson restricted common stock, totaling 2,784 shares. According to the filing, these restricted shares are fully vested and are subject to execution of the company’s standard Restricted Stock Agreement under the 2022 Equity Incentive Plan.
Was the Unusual Machines (UMAC) stock grant to Jeffrey M. Thompson exempt from Section 16(b)?
Yes. The filing states the restricted common stock grant was exempt from Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act because it was approved by Unusual Machines’ Board of Directors under Rule 16b-3, which provides an exemption for certain board-approved equity awards.
Under which equity plan was Jeffrey M. Thompson’s Unusual Machines (UMAC) grant issued?
The 2,784-share restricted stock grant to Jeffrey M. Thompson was issued under Unusual Machines’ 2022 Equity Incentive Plan. The filing notes the award is fully vested but subject to execution of the company’s standard Restricted Stock Agreement.