AeroVironment, Inc disclosed that, on January 16, 2026, the U.S. Government issued a stop work order on its Other Transaction Agreement related to the delivery of BADGER phased array antenna systems for the SCAR program. The pause allows both parties to negotiate an amended agreement under new program requirements, which is expected to be structured as a firm-fixed price contract. AeroVironment stated it expects to continue delivering capabilities and products for the SCAR program.