Robinson acquires Ascent AeroSystems
Robinson Helicopter acquired Ascent AeroSystems, creating the unmanned-aircraft foundation later folded into Robinson Unmanned.
Evidence notes
- Ascent became a wholly owned Robinson Helicopter subsidiary.
- The acquisition added compact coaxial UAS for industrial, public-safety and defense applications.
- Robinson said Ascent aircraft could scale through its vertically integrated Torrance manufacturing facility.
Company context
Robinson Unmanned is Robinson Helicopter's unmanned-aircraft business, incorporating Ascent AeroSystems aircraft and larger unmanned platforms. Its portfolio includes systems for inspection, mapping, logistics and custom integrations.