Company Research Report: Alauda Aeronautics
Company Overview
- Name: Alauda Aeronautics
- Mission: To accelerate personal air mobility and develop high-density urban air traffic technology systems. Alauda's purpose is to deliver the dream of flying cars that are accessible to all.
- Founded: 2016
- Founders:
- Matt Pearson, CEO & Founder
- Jack Withershaw, Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer
- Ilaria Angeli, Program Manager
- Stephen Sidlo, Global Media & Marketing Director
- Headquarters: Adelaide, South Australia
- Number of Employees: 11-50
- Revenue: No information is available
- Known for: Alauda Aeronautics is renowned for its electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft specifically designed for racing and urban air mobility solutions.
Products
1. Airspeeder MK3
- Description: A pure electric racing machine designed for the EXA Series.
- Key Features:
- Greater thrust-to-weight ratio than a fighter jet
- All-electric racing powertrain
- Carbon-fiber chassis for lightweight strength
- Maximum maneuverability at high speed
2. Airspeeder MK4
- Description: Known as the world's fastest crewed eVTOL aircraft.
- Key Features:
- Hydrogen enabled turbo generator
- 360-degree dual gimbal ducted propulsion
- Maximum speed of 360 KPH (220 MPH)
- Weight: 950 KG
Recent Developments
- New Products:
- No information is available
- New Features and Developments:
- Alauda has pioneered AI-powered precision control and UTM solutions allowing 100X denser air traffic management in urban environments.
- The state-of-the-art collision avoidance software ensures seamless integration of Autonomous Vertical Vehicles (AVVs).
- Partnerships:
- Airspeeder, Alauda's racing arm, announced a global content partnership with EXTREME International.
- Partnership with Intel to serve as an official intelligence partner.
- Airspeeder established a new digital media hub partnership with Veritone.
- Sports partnerships including SportDome.
- Achievements:
- Zephatali Walsh won the 2023 EXA Series Championship.
- The MK4 project is underway, targeting significant innovations in crewed VTOL racing.
- Acquisition of former Wisk CEO Gary Gysin to bolster Airspeeder's executive team.
In conclusion, Alauda Aeronautics is strategically advancing its standing in the eVTOL and air mobility sectors through innovative product offerings and strategic partnerships aimed at revolutionizing urban air transport and mobility. With a focus on integrating advanced AI and collision avoidance technologies into urban airspaces, Alauda remains committed to setting new standards for safety, efficiency, and sustainability in the aviation industry.