AeroVironment Inc. Director Stephen Page to Retire; Not Seeking Re-election

What Happened AeroVironment Inc. announced on July 29, 2026 (via Form 8-K) that director Stephen Page notified the Board on July 23, 2026 that he will retire and will not stand for re-election. Mr. Page will continue to serve as a director and as a member of the Board’s Audit Committee and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee until his current term expires at the start of the Company’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders, anticipated on September 24, 2026. The company stated Mr. Page’s decision was not due to any disagreement with the company, its auditors or advisors.

Key Details

• Notification date: July 23, 2026; Form 8-K filed July 29, 2026.
• Effective timing: Mr. Page’s term ends at the start of the 2026 annual meeting, anticipated September 24, 2026.
• Committee roles: continuing member of the Audit Committee and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee until term completion.
• Disclosure: Press release dated July 29, 2026 attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8‑K.

Why It Matters Director retirements affect board composition and committee membership; investors should note the upcoming open board seat and any subsequent nomination or appointment the company makes. The filing reassures investors that the departure is not due to disagreement with management or auditors, which is a routine governance update rather than a conflict signal. Watch for announcements about a successor or board changes ahead of the 2026 annual meeting.