MONTREAL, Feb. 23, 2026 — Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT) (OTCQB: TAKOF) (FSE: ABB.F), a cutting-edge Canadian aerospace and defence firm specializing in dual-use uncrewed systems and aerial intelligence, has announced the appointment of Krish Srinivasan as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This move enhances the Company's Executive Leadership Team.
The addition of Mr. Srinivasan is designed to strengthen Volatus’ engineering and autonomy leadership, aligning with Canada’s evolving Defence Industrial Strategy that emphasizes sovereign production and autonomous systems.
With over ten years of leadership in autonomous unmanned systems, counter-UAS, urban air mobility, and defence innovation, Mr. Srinivasan has extensive experience managing complex multinational aerospace programs from conception to operational deployment. As CTO, he will oversee Volatus’ unified engineering organization across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
The consolidated engineering portfolio reflects a vertically integrated approach, bolstering the development of scalable, Canadian-controlled aerospace capabilities for both civil and defence applications.
Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace, stated, “Canada’s defence and aerospace priorities are clearly shifting toward sovereign, AI-enabled autonomous capability. Our mandate is to ensure that scalable, Canadian-developed autonomous systems are available for both civil and defence needs. Appointing Krish as CTO enhances our capacity to accelerate platform development, autonomy integration, and production readiness.”
Volatus has also initiated plans to launch its manufacturing, assembly, and integration activities in Mirabel, Quebec. This initiative will position Volatus within one of North America’s leading aerospace clusters, enhancing Canadian manufacturing capacity while ensuring interoperability with allied standards.
As a global provider of integrated dual-use aerial solutions for commercial and defence sectors, Volatus leverages both piloted and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS). The Company caters to various industries, including oil and gas, utilities, healthcare, and public safety. Volatus’ mission is to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and resilience through scalable aerial technologies.
This announcement includes forward-looking information regarding the Company's business activities and expectations, which may be subject to risks and uncertainties. Investors are advised to consider these factors when evaluating the information provided.
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