S-1: AIRO Group Holdings Files S-1 for IPO Amidst Mounting Losses and Going Concern Doubts

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Registration Statement 21 February 2025 10:27 PM

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AIRO Group Holdings, Inc., a diversified aerospace and defense platform, has filed its S-1 registration statement for an initial public offering, revealing significant revenue growth alongside escalating net losses and a working capital deficit that raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.

Delay expectedThe 'Two-Step Change of Control' determination for the Aspen Avionics 2021 Management Carveout Plan was repeatedly extended, from September 30, 2023, to January 31, 2024, and then to March 31, 2025.The Business Combination Agreement, which included a SPAC Merger, was terminated on August 5, 2024, indicating a failure to complete the anticipated business combination and public listing via SPAC.Certification for the 33% downscaled cargo eVTOL is now anticipated as early as 2027, and the first passenger production aircraft as early as 2031, reflecting a prolonged development and certification timeline.Lack of funding has inhibited the Training segment's ability to acquire additional aircraft, leading to a decrease in contracts and missed task order bidding opportunities.The estimated production timing for the Jaunt Journey eVTOL was revised from 2028 to 2031.The company expects current supply chain, inflation, and price issues to continue into 2025, potentially causing intermittent delays in production and procurement.

Capital raiseThe company is undertaking an Initial Public Offering (IPO) of its common stock to raise capital.It expects to receive approximately $X million in net proceeds from the IPO (specific amount to be determined).IPO proceeds are earmarked for scaling operations of the Avionics segment, supporting the Electric Air Mobility segment's eVTOL development program, funding acquisitions in the Drones and Training segments, and repaying approximately $22.5 million in Fixed Conversion Obligations and Investor Notes.The company has granted underwriters an option to purchase up to additional shares of common stock and will issue warrants exercisable for 5% of the total common stock sold in the IPO.It will require substantial additional capital after this offering to advance aircraft development, seek regulatory approvals, and commercialize products at scale.The company has historically relied on operating revenue, subsidiary financing, short-term debt, and private sales of equity securities to fund operations.It has issued unsecured promissory notes to third parties, employees, and stockholders for funding, totaling $4.2 million as of December 31, 2024, with various interest and repayment terms, some convertible to equity upon IPO.The company entered into an Agreement of Sale of Future Receipts with Libertas Funding, LLC for $4.1 million in future receivables in exchange for $3.2 million in immediate cash proceeds.A Business Loan and Security Agreement was entered with WebBank for a $1.8 million loan.A Receivables Financing Agreement was signed with Code 1 Aviation, LLC for $0.4 million in aircraft maintenance services financing.

Worse than expectedThe company's net loss increased from $32.5 million in 2023 to $38.7 million in 2024.An accumulated deficit of $206.5 million as of December 31, 2024, and a working capital deficit of $47.6 million raise substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.A significant goodwill impairment charge of $38.0 million was recorded in 2024, primarily due to funding delays and revised projections for the Electric Air Mobility and Training segments.Interest expense, net, surged from $2.1 million in 2023 to $14.2 million in 2024, partly due to a $10.5 million debt extinguishment charge.The company is not in compliance with certain financial covenants on its FCCB lines of credit, necessitating forbearance agreements.

Summary

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. is pursuing an Initial Public Offering (IPO) of its common stock, with an expected initial public offering price between $ and $ per share.
The company reported a revenue of $86,935,059 for the year ended December 31, 2024, a 101.0% increase from $43,253,815 in 2023.
Despite revenue growth, the company incurred a net loss of $38,694,239 in 2024, an increase from a net loss of $32,456,423 in 2023.
As of December 31, 2024, AIRO Group had an accumulated deficit of $206,453,285 and a working capital deficit of $47,600,000, which raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
The company recorded a goodwill impairment charge of $37,994,000 in 2024, primarily impacting its Electric Air Mobility and Training segments due to funding delays and revised cash flow projections.
Total outstanding indebtedness as of December 31, 2024, was $105,700,000.
Proceeds from the IPO are intended to scale operations, fund R&D, support acquisitions, and repay approximately $22.5 million in Fixed Conversion Obligations and Investor Notes.
The company operates across four segments: Drones, Avionics, Training, and Electric Air Mobility, targeting a combined addressable market estimated at over $315.4 billion by 2030.
The Business Combination Agreement, which would have resulted in AIRO Group, Inc. becoming a publicly listed company, was terminated on August 5, 2024.

Sentiment

Score: 3

Explanation: While AIRO Group Holdings operates in high-growth markets and has demonstrated significant revenue expansion, its substantial and increasing net losses, accumulated deficit, and explicit 'going concern' warning indicate severe financial instability. The goodwill impairment and ongoing funding challenges for critical development programs further underscore a precarious financial position, despite strategic advantages and future growth plans. The IPO is a critical, but high-risk, step towards addressing these fundamental financial challenges.

Positives

Achieved significant revenue growth of 101.0% from $43.3 million in 2023 to $86.9 million in 2024.
Improved gross profit margin from 57.6% in 2023 to 67.1% in 2024, driven by production efficiencies and better supplier pricing in the Drones segment.
Operates in high-growth aerospace and defense markets with a combined total addressable market estimated to exceed $315.4 billion by 2030.
Possesses a cross-platform strategy that generates operational and product synergies across its Drones, Avionics, Training, and Electric Air Mobility segments.
Maintains deep, long-term relationships with the U.S. government and NATO countries, providing access to key decision-makers and new business opportunities.
The Training segment is a mandated recipient on a $5.7 billion IDIQ contract, indicating strong government ties and potential for future revenue.
The Drones segment offers critical differentiation with its ability to perform in GPS-denied environments, relevant for both military and commercial markets.
The Electric Air Mobility segment's patented compound rotorcraft technology has over 300 piloted flight hours on demonstrator aircraft, positioning it for the eVTOL cargo market.
Benefits from supplier cost sharing agreements in the Electric Air Mobility segment, deferring non-recurring engineering costs until commercialization.

Negatives

Incurred significant net losses of $38.7 million in 2024 and $32.5 million in 2023, with an accumulated deficit of $206.5 million as of December 31, 2024.
Has a working capital deficit of $47.6 million as of December 31, 2024, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
Recorded a $38.0 million goodwill impairment charge in 2024, primarily due to funding delays and revised projections for the Electric Air Mobility and Training segments.
Experienced a significant increase in interest expense, net, from $2.1 million in 2023 to $14.2 million in 2024, partly due to a $10.5 million debt extinguishment charge.
Is not in compliance with certain financial covenants under its First Citizens Community Bank (FCCB) lines of credit, requiring forbearance agreements.
The Training segment has faced a decrease in contracts and missed bidding opportunities due to a lack of funding for acquiring necessary aircraft.
The Electric Air Mobility segment's eVTOL aircraft are still in the development stage, with passenger production aircraft certification not expected until 2031.
Relies on a limited number of suppliers in Canada and Europe for critical components, exposing it to supply chain disruptions and price increases.
Faces risks from using and developing generative AI technologies, including regulatory and performance issues.

Risks

Limited operating history in new and evolving markets makes it difficult to evaluate current business and future prospects, increasing investment risk.
Early-stage company with a history of losses and expectation of significant expenses and continuing losses for the foreseeable future.
Failure to comply with covenants under debt instruments could adversely affect business and financial condition.
Acquisitions and investments involve numerous risks, including integration difficulties and failure to realize anticipated synergies.
Significant competition from other companies, many with substantially greater resources, could impact market share and profitability.
Inability to keep pace with technological advances and dependence on advances by other companies could render products obsolete.
Inability to produce aircraft in anticipated volumes or on projected timelines, particularly for eVTOLs, could harm business.
Inability to acquire additional aircraft to support the Training segment on acceptable terms or at all could adversely impact financial results and growth plans.
Product safety failures, quality issues, or other failures affecting products or systems could seriously harm the business, leading to injuries, property damage, reputational harm, and legal liabilities.
Future success depends on the continuing efforts of key personnel and the ability to attract and retain highly skilled personnel and senior management.
Reliance on a limited number of suppliers in Canada and Europe for critical components and raw materials, leading to potential delays, shortages, and increased costs.
Disruption to independent dealer and distributor channels for Avionics products would harm the business.
Use and development of generative AI technologies may expose the company to regulatory and other risks.
Compromised information technology systems or data, or those of third parties, could lead to adverse consequences, amplified by work for world governments.
Commercial aviation products, systems, and services businesses are affected by global demand and economic factors.
The market for eVTOL aircraft and electric air mobility is still emerging and may not achieve expected growth potential.
Reluctance by consumers to adopt new forms of mobility or unwillingness to pay projected prices for aerial ridesharing services could harm prospects.
Extensive government regulation and failure to comply may subject the company to significant financial liability, penalties, and restrictions.
U.S. government contracts are subject to competitive bidding, are generally not fully funded at inception, and contain unfavorable terms.
Significant reliance on sales to the U.S. government, particularly DoD agencies, makes future revenue vulnerable to budget declines or changes in priorities.
The U.S. government may modify, curtail, or terminate contracts.
Inability to receive government funding could harm the business.
International business operations expose the company to political, economic, currency, trade sanctions, and anti-corruption law risks.
Failure to protect intellectual property or incurring significant costs in defending/enforcing rights could materially harm the business.
Material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting could affect financial reporting accuracy and timeliness.
The company's history of losses and negative cash flows from operations raise substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
The trading price of common stock may be volatile, and investors could lose all or part of their investment.
The company does not intend to pay dividends, limiting returns to stock value appreciation.
Principal stockholders and management will own a significant percentage of stock, exerting significant control over stockholder approval matters.
Management team has limited experience managing a public company.
Future issuances of debt or equity securities may adversely affect the market price of common stock and be dilutive to existing stockholders.
Sales of a substantial number of shares in the near future could cause the market price to drop significantly.
New investors will suffer immediate and substantial dilution.
Reduced disclosure requirements as an emerging growth company and smaller reporting company may make common stock less attractive to investors.
Broad discretion in the use of net proceeds from the offering may not effectively improve results or enhance stock value.
Delaware law and corporate provisions could make a merger, tender offer, or proxy contest difficult.
Quarterly results of operations, revenues, and cash flows may fluctuate, making financial predictions difficult.
Conflicts of interest may arise because some board members represent principal stockholders.

Future Outlook

AIRO Group Holdings expects to incur significant expenses and continuing losses for the foreseeable future as it invests in R&D and scales operations. The company anticipates certification of its 33% downscaled cargo eVTOL under drone rules as early as 2027 and its first passenger production aircraft by 2031. It plans to launch U.S. production of military drones and seek DoD Blue UAS certification within approximately six months. The company also intends to expand drone and DaaS offerings into new commercial verticals and grow its training capabilities through flight school acquisitions and military simulation services. Profitability in the Electric Air Mobility segment is anticipated to commence in the second year following cargo UAV commercialization. The company expects supply chain, inflation, and pricing challenges to persist into 2025.

Management Comments

Captain Joseph D. Burns, CEO: "We believe that our products will continue to play a role in the arsenals of the future, including through NATO countries."
John Uczekaj, President and Chief Operating Officer: "Aspen Avionics is primed to launch products for the aircraft of tomorrow."
Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General (quoted in filing): "The goal of 2%, set a decade ago, will not be enough to meet the challenges of tomorrow and that NATO members will have to increase spending by considerably more than 3%."

Industry Context

The aerospace and defense industry is experiencing heightened global security concerns due to conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, and increased geopolitical tension in the Pacific region. This has led to a significant rise in defense spending, with 23 NATO countries expected to meet or exceed the 2% GDP defense spending target in 2024, and NATO signaling a potential increase to over 3%. The military drone market is projected to reach $24.75 billion by 2030, while the commercial drone market is anticipated to hit $163.5 billion by 2030. The global electric air mobility market is emerging, estimated to grow to $55 billion by 2030 and $1 trillion by 2040. The military and commercial pilot training markets are also expected to grow, driven by pilot shortages and increased outsourcing of military training to the private sector, with the U.S. commercial training market projected to reach over $4.9 billion by 2030. The drone and avionics markets are ripe for consolidation due to a lack of scale and capital among many smaller companies.

Comparison to Industry Standards

AIRO's Drones segment, through its Sky-Watch brand, is a key supplier to European NATO countries, with its RQ-35 Heidrun drone offering differentiation through full-autonomy and GPS-denied environment operation, setting it apart from competitors like Da Jiang Innovations, Elbit Systems Ltd., Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, Martin UAV, Northrop Grumman, Teledyne, and Textron.
The Avionics segment, via Aspen Avionics, is well-recognized in the general aviation aftermarket and serves OEMs like Robinson Helicopters, Pilatus, and Honeywell, competing with industry leaders such as Garmin Ltd., Avidyne Corporation, Collins Aerospace, Dynon Avionics, Inc., L3Harris Technologies, Inc., and uAvionix Corporation, with its products noted for easy-use, low-cost installation, and unique upgradeability.
The Training segment, under its CDI brand, provides professional training to the U.S. military and NATO countries, and is a mandated recipient on a $5.7 billion IDIQ contract, differentiating itself through top security clearances and established Pentagon relationships against competitors like Airborne Tactical Advantage Company, LLC, Draken International, Inc., Tactical Air Defense Services Inc., and Top Aces Inc.
The Electric Air Mobility segment, through its Jaunt brand, aims to certify its eVTOLs under existing CAR 529 Rotorcraft standards, which it believes offers a clearer and lower-risk path to commercial service compared to competitors like Archer Aviation Inc., Joby Aviation, Inc., Lilium N.V., and Vertical Aerospace Ltd., who may be certifying under FAA Part 21.17(B) rules.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
Chief Financial Officer	Interim Chief Financial Officer	Dr. Mariya Pylypiv	May 2024	Appointment to permanent role after serving as interim.
Director	N/A	John M. Belcher	December 2024	Appointment to the board of directors.
Director Nominee	N/A	Elizabeth Ng	Upon effectiveness of registration statement	Nomination to serve as a director.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Board Structure	The board of directors will be divided into three classes (Class I, II, and III) with staggered terms expiring in 2026, 2027, and 2028, respectively. The authorized number of directors can only be changed by a resolution of the board.	Immediately prior to the closing of this offering	This staggered board structure may delay or discourage transactions involving a change in control or management, potentially affecting the price of common stock and limiting opportunities for stockholders to realize value in corporate transactions.
Director Removal	Directors or any individual director may only be removed for cause and by the affirmative vote of holders of at least 66-2/3% of the voting power of all then-outstanding common stock.	Immediately prior to the closing of this offering	This high threshold for director removal enhances board stability but makes it more difficult for stockholders to effect changes in board composition.
Board Vacancies	All vacancies, including newly created directorships, may be filled by the affirmative vote of a majority of directors then in office, even if less than a quorum.	Immediately prior to the closing of this offering	This provision allows the incumbent board to fill vacancies without immediate stockholder approval, potentially entrenching current management.
Stockholder Action	Any action to be taken by stockholders must be effected at a duly called annual or special meeting of stockholders and cannot be taken by written consent.	Immediately prior to the closing of this offering	This restricts stockholders' ability to act quickly on corporate matters outside of scheduled meetings, potentially hindering activist investors.
Voting Rights	The company's common stock does not provide for cumulative voting rights, meaning holders of a majority of shares can elect all directors standing for election.	Immediately prior to the closing of this offering	This concentrates voting power in majority shareholders, making it harder for minority shareholders to elect board representatives.
Special Meetings	Special meetings of stockholders may be called only by the Chairperson of the board, the Chief Executive Officer, or by the board of directors pursuant to a resolution adopted by a majority of the total number of authorized directors.	Immediately prior to the closing of this offering	This limits the ability of stockholders to call special meetings, further centralizing control with management and the board.
Anti-Takeover Provisions	The company is subject to Section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law, which generally prohibits a public Delaware corporation from engaging in a business combination with an interested stockholder for three years unless certain conditions are met. The company has not opted out of this provision.	N/A (existing Delaware law)	This provision may discourage or prevent unsolicited acquisition proposals or offers, potentially negatively affecting the price of common stock.
Exclusive Forum	The Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware (or U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware if Chancery lacks jurisdiction) will be the exclusive forum for substantially all disputes between the company and its stockholders, including derivative claims and claims arising under Delaware law. Federal district courts will be the exclusive forum for Securities Act claims.	Immediately prior to the closing of this offering	This limits stockholders' ability to choose a judicial forum they find favorable, potentially discouraging certain types of lawsuits and increasing costs for investors to bring claims.
Related Person Transactions Policy	A written policy will be adopted for the identification, review, consideration, and oversight of related person transactions exceeding the lesser of $120,000 or 1% of the average of total assets for the last two fiscal years.	Prior to the closing of this offering	Aims to ensure transparency and proper governance of transactions involving executive officers, directors, and significant shareholders, mitigating potential conflicts of interest.
Board Committees	The board of directors will establish an audit committee, a compensation committee, and a nominating and corporate governance committee, each operating under a written charter and complying with Nasdaq and SEC independence requirements.	Upon effectiveness of the registration statement	Enhances corporate governance structure and oversight in key areas like financial reporting, executive compensation, and board nominations, aligning with public company standards.
Code of Business Conduct and Ethics	The company intends to amend its written code of business conduct and ethics applicable to directors, officers, and employees.	In connection with this offering	Reinforces ethical standards and compliance within the organization, crucial for public company operations.

Legal Proceedings

A civil action was filed against Old AGI, Inc. (a subsidiary) in Illinois in February 2022, alleging breach of a service agreement. The case was dismissed in July 2022, but an amended complaint was filed in August 2022. A motion for summary judgment was denied on December 19, 2024. The company intends to vigorously defend against the complaint, and the amount of loss or probable losses cannot be estimated at this time.
Civil actions were filed against CDI (a subsidiary) and individual guarantors in Pennsylvania in July 2023 by First Citizens Community Bank (FCCB) for alleged non-payment of promissory notes. FCCB obtained judgments, and the company is negotiating forbearance agreements to prevent enforcement through March 31, 2025.
A civil action was filed against AIRO Group Holdings, Inc., AIRO Group, AIRO Drone, Agile Defense, and certain executive officers (Joseph Burns, Chirinjeev Kathuria, John Uczekaj) in Delaware in September 2023 by a stockholder, Robert Perrin. The claimant alleges unpaid services, breach of fiduciary duties, and Computer Fraud and Abuse Act violations. The company filed a partial motion to dismiss, and an amended complaint was filed in May 2024. The company intends to vigorously defend against all claims.

Related Party Transactions

Aspen Avionics has a Commercialization Agreement with Centro Italiano Ricerche Aerospaziali S.c.p.A (CIRA), a stockholder, for licensed technology, resulting in a royalty obligation of $0.6 million owed to CIRA as of December 31, 2024.
Aspen Avionics owed $0.4 million to Accord Global, a stockholder, as of December 31, 2024. Sales to Accord Global were $0.3 million in 2024.
Coastal Defense had net receivables of $0.4 million due from Failor Services, Inc., a company owned by a stockholder of AIRO Group Holdings, Inc., as of December 31, 2024.
Coastal Defense uses West Run LLC, owned by a Coastal Defense employee and a shareholder's wife, as a subcontractor for military exercises, with $0.3 million owed to West Run as of December 31, 2024.
Promissory notes totaling $0.2 million were issued to Martin Peryea, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Electric Air Mobility Division, as of December 31, 2024.
Unsecured promissory notes totaling $4.2 million were issued to employees and stockholders for funding operations as of December 31, 2024, with some convertible to common stock upon IPO.
Contingent consideration promissory notes totaling $9.4 million as of December 31, 2024, were issued to former equity holders of Agile Defense, AIRO Drone, and Coastal Defense, with portions convertible to common stock or payable in cash at IPO.
A contingent obligation from the Jaunt acquisition (Jaunt Contingent Arrangement) totaled $33.4 million as of December 31, 2024, with $44.6 million convertible into 1,908,143 shares of common stock and $5.0 million payable in cash at IPO.
Obligations to former Aspen Avionics shareholders included $1.7 million (Aspen Contingent Debt) and $0.8 million (Aspen Carveout Contingency), convertible into 73,971 and 34,018 shares, respectively, or payable in cash at IPO.
The 2021 Management Carveout Plan for Aspen Avionics includes a $2.0 million Aspen Carveout Stock Obligation, equating to 87,226 shares, due at the closing of a business combination (IPO).
The Sky-Watch Promissory Note of $12.9 million was fully repaid in 2024, and an earnout liability of $3.1 million related to the Sky-Watch acquisition was accrued as of December 31, 2024.
An Amended and Restated Success Fee Agreement with New Generation Aerospace, Inc. (NGA), where Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria (Executive Chairman) is the managing member, provides for a payment of 57,792 shares of common stock and $150,007.78 in cash upon IPO closing.
The Dangroup Incentive Agreement, amended in December 2024, will result in Dangroup (a seller and seller representative for Sky-Watch) receiving shares to increase its ownership to 5% on a fully diluted basis immediately prior to the IPO.
A Consulting Agreement with a shareholder and former board member of Sky-Watch provides for a consulting fee of 2.5% of Sky-Watch's EBITDA, commencing January 1, 2024.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: Will experience immediate and substantial dilution from the IPO. Existing shareholders' ownership interests will be diluted by the issuance of new shares and conversion of various debt/contingent obligations. The company's going concern warning and history of losses pose significant risks to investment value. Future share price volatility is expected.
Employees: Key employees are expected to continue employment with identical or better pay and benefits. Participation in equity incentive plans is a key component of compensation. However, the company's financial challenges and potential for cost reduction initiatives could impact employee stability and compensation.
Customers: May benefit from enhanced product quality and reduced production costs due to operational synergies. However, supply chain disruptions and the company's inability to acquire necessary assets for the Training segment could lead to service interruptions or unmet contractual demands.
Suppliers: Relationships with a limited number of critical suppliers in Canada and Europe are vital. Supply chain constraints, inflation, and credit market conditions could affect supplier relationships and costs.
Creditors: The IPO proceeds are intended to repay approximately $22.5 million of debt. However, the company's non-compliance with certain debt covenants and ongoing legal proceedings with creditors (e.g., FCCB) indicate potential risks for outstanding debt obligations.

Next Steps

Complete the Initial Public Offering (IPO) and list common stock on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol AIRO.
Advance the development and certification of the 33% downscaled cargo eVTOL (anticipated as early as 2027) and the full-scale passenger eVTOL (anticipated as early as 2031).
Launch U.S. production of military drones and pursue DoD Blue UAS drone certification, estimated to take approximately six months.
Expand drone and Drone as a Service (DaaS) offerings into new commercial verticals, including agricultural, security, and industrial applications.
Focus Research and Development (R&D) activities on integrated avionics for the cargo eVTOL platform (Jaunt Journey) and other eVTOLs, as well as training aircraft.
Expand current training capabilities through the acquisition of a flight school for commercial pilot training and the launch of a fixed-wing military simulation service offering.
Offer drone and electric air mobility flight training to capitalize on rapidly growing markets.
Continue to evaluate and pursue thoughtful strategic acquisitions to expand market footprint and opportunities in new and existing areas.
Invest in building out software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and machine learning capabilities to enhance solutions and increase operational efficiencies.
Effectively remediate identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting.
Negotiate a resolution with First Citizens Community Bank (FCCB) regarding civil actions and adhere to forbearance agreements to prevent enforcement of judgments.
Continue to vigorously defend against the civil action filed by Robert Perrin in Delaware Chancery Court.
Enter into new formal employment agreements with Captain Joseph D. Burns, John Uczekaj, and Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria following the IPO.
Implement the non-employee director compensation policy upon the effectiveness of the registration statement.

Key Dates

Date	Description
2007-01-12	John Uczekaj entered into an employment agreement with Aspen Avionics.
2018-08-07	KippsDeSanto & Co. (KDC) engagement letter with Aspen Avionics, Inc. for financial advisory services.
2018-11-15	Coastal Defense obtained a $2.6 million note payable agreement with First Citizens Community Bank (FCCB).
2019-02-25	Coastal Defense entered into a $0.2 million note payable agreement with FCCB.
2019-05-15	Coastal Defense entered into another $0.2 million note payable agreement with FCCB.
2020-03-20	Agreement for certain services entered into by Old AGI, Inc. (subject of civil action).
2020-05-28	Coastal Defense entered into a $0.5 million SBA COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) agreement.
2021-08-30	AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. was formed.
2021-10-06	Original Agreement and Plan of Merger dates for acquisitions of AIRO Drone, Agile Defense, Jaunt, Aspen Avionics, Coastal Defense, and Equity Purchase Agreement for Sky-Watch.
2021-12-16	Aspen Avionics, Inc. 2021 Management Carveout Plan adopted.
2021-12-17	First Amendment to Agreement and Plan of Merger for Jaunt Air Mobility LLC.
2022-02-25	Acquisition of Agile Defense and AIRO Drone completed.
2022-03-10	Acquisition of Jaunt completed.
2022-03-28	Acquisition of Sky-Watch completed.
2022-04-01	Acquisition of Aspen Avionics completed. John Uczekaj's employment offer letter with AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. became effective.
2022-04-01	Second Amendment to Agreement and Plan of Merger for Aspen Avionics, Inc.
2022-04-01	Amendment to Engagement Letter between KippsDeSanto & Co. and Aspen Avionics, Inc. became effective.
2022-04-26	Acquisition of CDI completed.
2022-05-18	Employment offer letters for Captain Joseph D. Burns and Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria.
2022-06-07	Original Success Fee Agreement between AIRO and New Generation Aerospace, Inc. (NGA) executed.
2022-08-25	Third Amendment to Agreement and Plan of Merger for Agile Defense, AIRO Drone, Aspen Avionics, Coastal Defense, and Jaunt Air Mobility (eliminated unwind right).
2022-09-14	Third Amendment to Equity Purchase Agreement for Sky-Watch A/S.
2022-10-21	Amendment to the Aspen Avionics, Inc. 2021 Management Carveout Plan.
2022-12-21	Fifth Amendment to Equity Purchase Agreement for Sky-Watch A/S.
2023-03-03	Business Combination Agreement entered into by AIRO Group Holdings, Inc.
2023-07-12	2023 Omnibus Amendment to the Aspen Avionics, Inc. 2021 Management Carveout Plan.
2023-07-01	Civil actions filed against CDI and individual guarantors in Tioga County Court, State of Pennsylvania.
2023-09-01	Civil action filed against Holdings, AIRO Group, etc. by Robert Perrin in Chancery Court in Delaware.
2023-10-02	Promissory note termination agreements signed for Agile Defense and AIRO Drone. Amended and Restated Success Fee Agreement with NGA executed.
2023-10-06	Satisfaction of Indebtedness and Satisfaction of Covenant Agreement signed for Aspen Avionics.
2023-10-17	Promissory note termination agreement signed for CDI.
2023-11-01	Non-binding letters of intent signed to acquire two businesses for the Training segment.
2023-11-16	Second Amendment to the Aspen Avionics, Inc. 2021 Management Carveout Plan (modified Two-Step Change of Control to Jan 31, 2024).
2024-03-01	Equity Purchase Agreement for Sky-Watch A/S further amended (added Earnout 3, extended due dates).
2024-05-01	Dr. Mariya Pylypiv appointed Chief Financial Officer.
2024-06-28	Dangroup Incentive Agreement signed. Sky-Watch Promissory Note amended to extend payment dates.
2024-07-11	Fourth Amendment to the Aspen Avionics, Inc. 2021 Management Carveout Plan (modified Two-Step Change of Control to Sep 30, 2024).
2024-08-05	Business Combination Agreement terminated.
2024-09-01	Combat Air Force CAS services contract awarded to CDI (expected completion Sep 2029).
2024-09-30	Goodwill impairment test date for 2024.
2024-10-02	Agreement of Sale of Future Receipts with Libertas Funding, LLC and Business Loan and Security Agreement with WebBank entered.
2024-10-14	Fair value election date for certain Investor Notes.
2024-11-15	Amended Answer filed in Robert Perrin civil action.
2024-11-18	Receivables Financing Agreement with Code 1 Aviation, LLC entered.
2024-12-02	Fifth Amendment to the Aspen Avionics, Inc. 2021 Management Carveout Plan (modified Two-Step Change of Control to March 31, 2025).
2024-12-01	John M. Belcher appointed Director.
2024-12-19	Circuit Court denied summary judgment in civil action against Old AGI, Inc.
2024-12-31	Fiscal year end for 2024.
2025-01-30	Agreement of Sale of Future Receipts with Libertas entered.
2025-02-21	S-1 Registration Statement filed with the SEC.
2025-03-14	End date of U.S. government continuing resolution.
2025-03-31	Expiration of forbearance agreements with FCCB. Expiration of Aspen Carveout Plan.
2027-01-01	Anticipated earliest certification of 33% downscaled cargo eVTOL under drone rules.
2028-01-01	TAACTS contract active through 2028.
2029-04-30	CDI's current contract award for ISR support services ends.
2029-09-01	Combat Air Force CAS services contract expected completion.
2030-01-01	Combined total addressable market for AIRO's four segments estimated to be over $315.4 billion by 2030.
2031-01-01	Expected earliest certification of first passenger production eVTOL by TCCA under CAR 529 Rotorcraft standards.
2040-01-01	Global electric air mobility market estimated to grow to approximately $1 trillion by 2040.
2050-05-28	Maturity date of SBA COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL).

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