The Journal of Space Commerce

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Long-Haul Laser Communications Terminal Contract Awarded

AeroVironment Receives Major Order from an Undisclosed Customer

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Tom Patton
Sep 11, 2025
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A nearly $240 million order for long-haul laser communications terminals has been placed by an undisclosed customer with AeroVironment. The customer plans to deploy the systems on orbit.

“Since validating the technology earlier this year, we’ve been internally investing in our manufacturing and scaling production."
Mary Clum, AeroVironment

AV’s long-haul …

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