Who We Are
At Applied Aeronautics, your mission is our mission. Based in Austin, Texas, we design, develop, and manufacture long-range, low-cost unmanned aerial systems in-house, delivering industry-leading capabilities tailored to your unique needs.
By marrying state-of-the-art technology with a design-to-cost manufacturing process, we provide innovative, budget-conscious solutions that never compromise on performance.
Our expert leadership team drives our commitment to excellence. Ryan Johnston, our CEO and Co-Founder, blends a diverse background in finance and natural resources with a passion for aviation to uphold the highest standards of quality and safety. COO and Co-Founder Meg Annand, with over 15 years of project management experience, ensures smooth organizational growth and oversees our global manufacturing and distribution. Meanwhile, co-founder Justin Martin, a lifelong aviation veteran, spearheads the aerodynamic design and structural testing of our systems, crafting airframes engineered for peak performance. Together, we’re dedicated to empowering your mission every step of the way.
Our Mission
Our mission is to seamlessly blend affordability with capability, delivering breakthrough drone solutions that empower our customers to achieve their goals.
We are unwavering in our commitment to your success—providing the expertise, tools, and support necessary to overcome any challenge and ensuring that when you dream big, you soar even higher.
Core Values
Innovation and Engineering Excellence
We relentlessly push the limits of UAV technology to deliver groundbreaking solutions.
Accessibility and Affordability
We make advanced drone capabilities attainable, providing top performance without the hefty price tag.
Customer-Centric Approach
We put your success first by offering dedicated support, personalized training, and tailored solutions for every mission.