About Us
Legacy of Vision Future of Autonomy
From Silicon Valley innovation to frontline dominance — AAD builds theunmanned systems that define the future of warfare.
Our Origin Story
A Heritage of Innovation
AAD Aerospace & Defense (AAD) was established to answer a critical call on the modern battlefield: the need for scalable, intelligent, and lethal unmanned systems that can survive and dominate in contested environments.
As a strategic offshoot of ATN Corp (www.atncorp.com), AAD inherits a pedigree of excellence that spans over 30 years. Born in Silicon Valley, ATN was a revolutionary force that redefined the industry by pioneering the development of digital thermal weapon scopes. We are not a startup finding its footing; we are a specialized division born from three decades of manufacturing battle-hardened technology for military and law enforcement professionals.
AAD is more than a defense manufacturer; we are a technology company dedicated to building the entire ecosystem required to revolutionize the way drone warfare happens. By fusing Silicon Valley innovation with battlefield realities, we design the complete technological stack—from proprietary Visual Intelligence and Mission Systems to the airframes themselves.
Headquartered in Florida, AAD bridges the gap between traditional aerospace engineering and the rapid agility of modern FPV warfare. We deliver the reliability of an established defense prime with the disruptive speed of a tech giant.
The AAD Difference
The Discipline of Defense, Accelerated by Next-Generation Technology
Battlefield-Proven Technology
Informed by real combat and iterative development cycles from Ukraine to modern U.S. defense programs.
Full-Stack Ecosystem
We design the complete architecture — AI, autonomy, communication, airframes, payloads, and ground intelligence.
Secure U.S.-Based Manufacturing
Built in Florida with a vetted, scalable, NDAA-compliant supply chain.
Rapid Innovation Cycle
The agility of a tech company, the reliability of an established defense prime.
Technical Service & Support
Mission-critical reliability. Guaranteed.
At AAD Aerospace & Defense, we hold a simple standard:
- 100% customer satisfaction and uncompromising operational readiness.
- Our systems are deployed in mission-critical environments, and our support infrastructure is built to match that responsibility.
- We maintain a dedicated U.S.-based technical service team staffed by trained specialists who understand our platforms down to the component level. Whether you require troubleshooting, integration assistance, or hardware servicing, our experts provide direct, responsive support to ensure your system is always mission-ready.
- Our team is committed to ensuring every AAD system performs flawlessly — in the lab, in the field, and on the battlefield.
Expert Support
- AAD provides direct access to a team of highly trained specialists who understand our systems down to the component level. Whether you're setting up a new platform, troubleshooting in the field, or integrating mission modules, our experts offer clear, actionable guidance.
- Most issues can be resolved remotely—no need to return equipment for avoidable repairs. We help operators diagnose problems quickly, optimize performance, and maintain full mission readiness with minimal downtime.
- Fast. Accurate. Expert-driven. Support designed for the demands of modern operational environments.