Form 4 Filing for AeroVironment Inc.

Joseph L. Votel acquired 1,047 shares of Common Stock on July 2, 2026, as a restricted stock grant that will vest on July 11, 2027, subject to continued service. Additionally, Mr. Votel received a special grant of 261 restricted shares of Common Stock as compensation for prior fiscal year director services, which also vests fully on July 11, 2027, contingent upon continued service. Both grants are subject to pro-rata vesting upon termination of services. These transactions were reported on Form 4. The reporting owner is a director at AeroVironment Inc.