Press release
AFWERX TACFI Project to Improve In-Transit Visibility and Mission Readiness for the U.S. Air Force
Miami, FL ·
Miami, FL — January, 2026 — AEROSENS Inc. announced it has been selected by AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force (DAF), for a Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) award to advance its AeroISU platform, a system designed to improve in-transit visibility and mission readiness across Air Force logistics operations.
The AFWERX TACFI program enables small businesses to transition proven technologies into operational use within the Department of Defense, accelerating the delivery of capabilities that strengthen national defense.
“This TACFI award validates our partnership with the U.S. Air Force and our shared goal to bring next-generation visibility and control to military logistics,” said Maria Martínez, Founder & CEO of AEROSENS. “We are also proud to have the support of our investors and partners, Tawazun Council, HEICO and The Boeing Company, whose commitment helps accelerate our broader mission to strengthen defense logistics through data-driven innovation.”
About AEROSENS Inc.
AEROSENS Inc. is a dual-use aviation technology company developing advanced IoT solutions for both defense and commercial aviation markets. The company focuses on improving security, asset visibility, operational safety, and mission efficiency through secure, connected networks and intelligent data analytics.
AEROSENS’ innovations drive the digitalization and automation of inspections, tracking, safety, and security processes, enhancing efficiency and readiness across aviation and defense logistics operations. The company’s technology roadmap spans connected logistics, aviation safety and security and situational awareness systems designed to make complex aviation and defense environments safer, smarter, and more resilient. Learn more at www.aerosens.com.
About AFWERX
As the innovation arm of the DAF and a directorate within the Air Force Research Laboratory, AFWERX brings cutting-edge American ingenuity from small businesses and start-ups to address the most pressing challenges of the DAF. AFWERX employs approximately 370 military, civilian and contractor personnel at four hubs and sites executing an annual $1.4 billion budget. Since 2019, AFWERX has awarded over 10,400 contracts worth more than $7.24 billion to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base and drive faster technology transition to operational capability. For more information, visit: afwerx.com.
About AFRL
The Air Force Research Laboratory is the primary scientific research and development center for the Department of the Air Force. AFRL plays an integral role in leading the discovery, development, and integration of affordable warfighting technologies for our air, space and cyberspace force. With a workforce of more than 12,500 across nine technology areas and 40 other operations across the globe, AFRL provides a diverse portfolio of science and technology ranging from fundamental to advanced research and technology development. For more information, visit afresearchlab.com.