Companies
The companies Flight Brief is tracking across drone systems, defense procurement, and aerospace market movement.
26 companies
AAR CORP.
AAR is a U.S. aviation services and aftermarket company serving commercial and government customers. Its business includes maintenance, repair and overhaul, parts supply, integrated logistics, and other support services across aircraft fleets.
AeroVironment
Pioneer in unmanned aircraft systems for defense and commercial applications. Makes the Switchblade loitering munition and the Raven small UAS, among the most widely deployed military drones globally.
AgEagle Aerial Systems
AgEagle Aerial Systems is a U.S. drone company focused on uncrewed aircraft, sensors, and related software for commercial and government use. Its product lines include fixed-wing platforms, imaging payloads, and fleet operation tools.
Anduril Industries
Defense technology company building autonomous systems and AI-powered platforms for national security. Known for the Lattice OS - a sensor fusion and command platform used by US and allied militaries.
Archer Aviation
eVTOL developer building Midnight, a piloted electric air taxi designed for short urban routes. Has a manufacturing agreement with Stellantis and a launch partnership with United Airlines.
Astronics
Astronics is a U.S. aerospace technology company that supplies electrical power, connectivity, lighting, interiors, and test systems to aviation and defense customers. Its products are used across commercial aircraft, military platforms, and other mission-critical applications.
Axon Enterprise
Axon Enterprise is a U.S. public safety technology company known for TASER devices, body cameras, and cloud-based evidence software. It sells hardware and software platforms used by law enforcement, emergency response, and related public safety agencies.
Boeing
Boeing is a U.S. aerospace manufacturer with commercial airplanes, defense products, and space systems businesses. The company also operates a large services segment supporting aircraft fleets, military platforms, and related logistics.
DJI
World's largest consumer and professional drone manufacturer, holding an estimated 70%+ share of the global civilian drone market. Makes the Mavic, Air, and Matrice product lines. Subject to ongoing US regulatory scrutiny.
Embraer
Embraer is a Brazilian aerospace manufacturer active in commercial aviation, executive jets, defense and security, and support services. It is known for regional jet families as well as military transport and surveillance aircraft.
General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a U.S. aerospace and defense company with operations in business aviation, marine systems, combat systems, and defense technologies. Its portfolio includes Gulfstream business jets, submarines, combat vehicles, and mission systems.
Intuitive Machines
Intuitive Machines is a U.S. space company that develops lunar landers, communications systems, and related infrastructure services for government and commercial missions. The company is based in Houston and works across lunar delivery, data transmission, and space operations.
Joby Aviation
Electric air taxi company developing a piloted eVTOL aircraft for commercial passenger service. Backed by Toyota and Delta Air Lines, targeting FAA certification and urban air mobility launch in the US.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is a U.S. defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, propulsion, and other national security programs. Its portfolio includes target drones, tactical jet-powered aircraft, microwave electronics, and space-related systems.
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a U.S. aerospace and defense contractor with major businesses in aeronautics, missiles and fire control, rotary and mission systems, and space. It is a prime contractor on programs spanning military aircraft, missile defense, satellites, and related services.
MicroVision
MicroVision is a U.S. technology company focused on lidar sensors and perception software for automotive and industrial applications. The company has longstanding expertise in MEMS-based laser beam scanning and now markets sensing platforms for advanced driver-assistance and autonomy use cases.
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a U.S. aerospace and defense company operating across aeronautics, defense systems, mission systems, and space systems. Its programs include military aircraft, strategic deterrence work, space payloads, missile defense, and autonomous platforms.
Palantir Technologies
Palantir Technologies is a U.S. software company that builds data integration, analytics, and operational platforms for government and commercial customers. Its products are used in defense, intelligence, industrial, and enterprise decision-making workflows.
Red Cat Holdings
Defense drone company focused on small unmanned systems for military reconnaissance. Its Black Widow drone is deployed by US Army units. Also operates Teal Drones, a manufacturer of NDAA-compliant UAS.
RTX Corporation
RTX is a U.S. aerospace and defense company formed through the 2020 merger of Raytheon and United Technologies and renamed RTX in 2023. Its businesses include Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.
Shield AI
AI pilot technology company developing autonomous flight software for military and commercial aircraft. Its Hivemind platform enables drones to operate without GPS, communications, or a human pilot.
Skydio
American drone manufacturer known for best-in-class autonomous flight and obstacle avoidance. Sells to enterprise, public safety, and defense customers. One of the few US-made alternatives to DJI.
The 3D Printing ETF
The 3D Printing ETF is an exchange-traded fund from ARK Invest that tracks a basket of companies tied to 3D printing and related technologies. Unlike the other tracked symbols, PRNT represents a fund rather than a single operating company.
Unusual Machines
Orlando-based manufacturer of NDAA-compliant drone components including flight controllers, motors, ESCs, FPV headsets, and video systems for defense, enterprise, and commercial markets.
Wing
Alphabet's drone delivery subsidiary and one of the first to receive FAA Air Carrier certification. Operates commercial delivery services in the US, Australia, and Finland, focusing on small parcel and food delivery.
Zipline
Autonomous drone delivery company operating at scale in medical logistics across Africa and the US. Delivers blood, vaccines, and medical supplies via fixed-wing drones. Expanding into consumer delivery with its Platform 2 system.