AIRO's Training Division Awarded $1.9 Million U.S. Navy Contract

The contract will support flight and JTAC training programs to enhance naval aviation readiness.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. announced that its subsidiary Coastal Defense Inc., part of the company's Training Division, has been awarded a $1.9 million, one-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to support U.S. Navy Flight and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training programs.

Why it matters

The award enhances a core element of Navy readiness by enabling aircrews and JTACs to safely and effectively coordinate close air support in dynamic and complex environments. These training programs emphasize standardized joint procedures, advanced communication skills, and operational discipline that are critical to mission success across today's multi-domain battlespace.

The details

Under this contract, AIRO's Coastal Defense team will deliver specialized training support services designed to elevate the realism and execution of Navy aviation and JTAC training events. The award builds on AIRO's history of strong performance with this customer and reflects the Navy's continued confidence in AIRO's ability to support training missions requiring precision, agility, and technical expertise.

  • The $1.9 million contract is for a one-year period.

The players

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc.

A next-generation aerospace and advanced air mobility platform driving innovation in defense and commercial markets, headquartered in McLean, Virginia.

Coastal Defense Inc.

A wholly owned subsidiary of AIRO Group Holdings that is part of the company's Training Division.

Chris Levy

Senior Vice President and General Manager of AIRO's Training Division.

Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria

Executive Chairman of AIRO Group Holdings.

U.S. Navy

The customer that awarded the $1.9 million contract to AIRO's Training Division.

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What they’re saying

“AIRO's Training Division remains focused on delivering scalable, high‑fidelity solutions that strengthen readiness and meet the evolving needs of naval aviation.”

— Chris Levy, Senior Vice President and General Manager of AIRO's Training Division (Business Wire)

“AIRO's momentum continues to build as our divisions operate with greater alignment and shared purpose. The success of our Training Division showcases the mission expertise and innovation emerging across the company, strengthening our position as an integrated provider of training, avionics, drones, and electric air mobility solutions.”

— Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria, Executive Chairman of AIRO Group Holdings (Business Wire)

What’s next

The contract will run for one year, after which AIRO and the U.S. Navy will evaluate the performance and potential for extending or expanding the agreement.

The takeaway

This contract award highlights AIRO's growing capabilities in the defense training market, as the company leverages its expertise across drones, avionics, and electric air mobility to deliver high-fidelity solutions that enhance readiness for the U.S. Navy's aviation and JTAC forces.