AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) EBITDA Margin: 12.72%
Is AeroVironment, Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
AeroVironment, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 12.72% is in line with its 5-year average of 13.98%, near the low end of its 5-year range (11.32%–17.61%).
As of Friday, June 19, 2026. 9.11% below its 12-month average of 14.00%.
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AVAV Average EBITDA Margin Chart
AVAV Current vs Average EBITDA Margin Chart
AVAV EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
12.72%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
14.00%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
12.74%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
13.98%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
12.61%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
13.16%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
14.03%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-9.11%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-0.14%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-8.99%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+0.84%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-3.38%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-9.32%
AVAV Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) | $8.47B | 12.72% | 14.00% | 12.74% | 13.98% |
| Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs › | $8.54B | 18.92% | 23.19% | 23.96% | 23.24% |
| AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vs › | $8.23B | 9.88% | 5.19% | 8.34% | 9.00% |
| Aecom (ACM)vs › | $8.84B | 7.90% | 7.31% | 6.19% | 5.95% |
| Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs › | $9.10B | -64.00% | -43.68% | -47.67% | -50.09% |
| MYR Group Inc. (MYRG)vs › | $7.06B | 6.38% | 4.95% | 5.23% | 5.57% |
| Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL)vs › | $10.83B | 21.81% | 20.93% | 14.14% | 10.84% |
| Matson, Inc. (MATX)vs › | $5.79B | 26.30% | 26.54% | 28.53% | 28.63% |
| Primoris Services Corporation (PRIM)vs › | $5.50B | 6.66% | 6.60% | 6.57% | 6.88% |
| Pentair plc (PNR)vs › | $12.01B | 22.60% | 22.59% | 20.84% | 20.00% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
21.8%
EBITDA Margin
12.7%
Operating Margin
-6.1%
Net Margin
-13.9%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
AeroVironment, Inc. EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
AeroVironment, Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The EBITDA margin for AVAV stock is 12.72%.
- Is AeroVironment, Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- AeroVironment, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 12.72% is in line with its 5-year average of 13.98%, near the low end of its 5-year range (11.32%–17.61%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for AVAV stock is 14.00%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for AVAV stock is 12.74%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for AVAV stock is 13.98%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for AVAV stock is 12.61%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for AVAV stock is 13.16%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for AVAV stock is 14.03%.
AeroVironment, Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-30 | 12.72% |
| 2024-04-30 | 15.27% |
| 2023-04-30 | 11.32% |
| 2022-04-30 | 11.64% |
| 2021-04-30 | 17.61% |
| 2020-04-30 | 15.30% |
| 2019-04-30 | 14.60% |
| 2018-04-30 | 13.94% |
| 2017-04-30 | 11.65% |
| 2016-04-30 | 10.54% |
| 2015-04-30 | 4.17% |
| 2014-04-30 | 9.92% |
| 2013-04-30 | 6.14% |
| 2012-04-30 | 16.01% |
| 2011-04-30 | 15.23% |
| 2010-04-30 | 15.58% |
| 2009-04-30 | 15.81% |
| 2008-04-30 | 14.97% |
| 2007-04-30 | 19.23% |
| 2006-04-30 | 12.81% |
| 2005-04-30 | 20.27% |
| 2004-04-30 | 100.00% |
| 2003-04-30 | 100.00% |
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About AeroVironment, Inc.
AeroVironment Inc. develops, produces, delivers, and services a diverse array of robotic systems for governmental and commercial entities across the globe. The company's operations are segmented into Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Tactical Missile Systems (TMS), Medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MUAS), and High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite Systems (HAPS). Its core clientele, particularly for UAS, TMS, and unmanned ground vehicles along with their accompanying support, includes agencies within the U.S. Department of Defense and international allied governments. AeroVironment also specializes in the engineering and manufacturing of unmanned aerial vehicles, encompassing airborne platforms, integrated payloads, ground control units, and essential support equipment. Beyond these core systems, the firm provides comprehensive support for small UAS products, offering spare components, modular payloads, power supplies (batteries, chargers), repair services, and dedicated customer assistance, alongside various aircraft, handheld control systems, and accessories. A key innovation area for the company involves the development of high-altitude pseudo-satellite UAS. Founded in 1971, AeroVironment's headquarters are located in Arlington, Virginia.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- CEO
- Wahid Nawabi