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Anduril Wins $85M Deal for Digital Aircraft Design

September 19, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Anduril wins $85M contract for digital aircraft design tools.
Contract is part of the VOLARE program.
Work will focus on modeling vehicle systems and thermal management.
Eight companies competed for the award.

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Strategic Implications

This award may indicate the Air Force's growing interest in digital engineering for aircraft development. The focus on thermal management suggests a recognition of the increasing complexity of modern military aircraft systems, which could benefit Anduril's position in the market. The contract's structure indicates a long-term partnership, which may lead to further collaborations between Anduril and the Air Force.

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What Happened

Air Force Awards Contract for Future Aircraft Development Tools

The U.S. Air Force has awarded Anduril Industries a contract worth up to $85 million to develop computer-based design tools for future aircraft. The contract is part of the VOLARE program, which aims to design and test new systems digitally before building physical hardware. Anduril will work on modeling vehicle systems and thermal management, with the goal of creating a software product that can simulate an aircraft’s overall systems. The contract was reported by an unknown source.

Source | Originally Published: September 18, 2026

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