UAVS AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc

AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) a leading provider of best-in-class unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, announces the appointment of Brent Klavon to the Company’s board of directors effective November 8, 2024.

AgEagle CEO Bill Irby commented, “We are grateful to welcome Brent Klavon to our board of directors. With over 30 years of aviation and strategic leadership experience, Brent brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and lead in the UAV sector. His deep understanding of aviation regulations, technology advancements, and market dynamics will help us navigate the challenges ahead and seize new opportunities for growth. We are confident that Brent’s leadership will play a crucial role in shaping our strategic vision as we continue to build long-term shareholder value.”

Brent Klavon is a retired U.S. Navy pilot and squadron Commanding Officer with over 3,000 flight hours logged. He was instrumental in the launch of the Navy’s MQ-4C Triton program before transitioning to the private sector serving in pivotal roles, including Chief Strategy Officer at ANRA Technologies as a leader of global operations and strategic planning as well as board member at the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) from 2018-2021. He is well-versed in the nexus between policy, regulations, standards, technology, and social acceptance and is an FAA certified Commercial Pilot and Remote Pilot.

About AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc.

Through its three centers of excellence, AgEagle is actively engaged in designing and delivering best-in-class flight hardware, sensors and software that solve important problems for its customers. Founded in 2010, AgEagle was originally formed to pioneer proprietary, professional-grade, fixed-winged drones and aerial imagery-based data collection and analytics solutions for the agriculture industry. Today, AgEagle is a leading provider of full stack UAS, sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the energy, construction, agriculture, and government verticals. For additional information, please visit our website at www.ageagle.com.

Forward-Looking Statements 

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