General InformationKitty Hawk Corporation, founded in 2010 and based in California, is an eVTOL aircraft manufacturer with 51-200 employees focused on electric vertical takeoff and landing technology for urban air mobility.
Funding & FinancialsThe company has raised approximately $100+ million in venture funding through multiple rounds, with backing from notable investors including Google Ventures and other strategic partners in the aviation sector.
Leadership & TeamKitty Hawk was founded by Sebastian Thrun, a renowned AI researcher and former Google X director, who serves as CEO and continues to lead the company's technical vision.
Recent ActivityThe company has been advancing development of the Heaviside electric aircraft and pursuing certifications and partnerships for commercial deployment of autonomous air vehicles.