# Flapper Tecnologia

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/flapper-tecnologia-s-a

- Industry: Transportation Services
- Headquarters: Belo Horizonte, Brazil
- Website: www.flyflapper.com
- Total disclosed funding: $7.6M
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 20, 2024)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Flapper Tecnologia S.A. is a Chile-based company specializing in aerial mobility solutions, particularly private jet charters throughout Latin America, facilitating efficient travel for individual and corporate clients.Founded in 2016 in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Flapper Tecnologia S.A. provides private jet charter services across Latin America. The company was established by Arthur Virzin, who has a background in aviation and technology. Flapper recently raised BRL 30.000 mn in its Series A funding round on June 20, 2024, with investors including SMU Investimentos and Arien Invest, totaling BRL 30.000 mn raised to date.Flapper offers a comprehensive range of aerial mobility solutions focused on private jet charters across Latin America. The company specializes in providing access to an extensive fleet of aircraft, including turboprops and jets, catering to both individual travelers and corporate clients. Flapper's services aim to streamline the travel experience by minimizing waiting times, providing flexible scheduling, and ensuring convenience with direct access to general aviation terminals. The customer base includes affluent individuals, businesses, and tourists seeking efficient travel options between major cities in Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Chile, and beyond. Key routes cover urban hubs such as São Paulo, Buenos Aires, and Miami, highlighting Flapper's commitment to connecting major economic and cultural destinations with tailored flight services designed to meet the needs of discerning passengers.Flapper generates revenue primarily through its private jet charter services, facilitating transactions directly between the company and its clients. The business model is structured around on-demand flight bookings, where customers can choose from available aircraft based on their specific travel needs. Pricing is set according to various factors, including flight distance, aircraft type, and additional services requested. Flapper's offerings include standard charter flights and shared flights, allowing clients flexibility in booking options, which further enhances revenue potential. The transaction structure is direct-to-consumer, focusing on providing a seamless booking experience through the company’s platform, catering to high-net-worth individuals and businesses that require efficient travel solutions across Latin America.In June 2024, Flapper Tecnologia S.A. raised BRL 30.000 mn in Series A funding, which will be utilized to support its expansion plans. The company aims to launch new aerial mobility products and services within the next year while targeting new markets across Latin America, including Mexico and Colombia, by the end of 2025.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 20, 2024 — Confrapar, DXA Investments, Arien Invest, Investidores, SMU Investimentos
- Series A, Oct 31, 2022, $5.6M — DXA Investments, Arien Invest, Investidores, SMU Investimentos
- Series A, Mar 30, 2021, $2M — Confrapar, Investidores, SMU Investimentos

## Investors

- Confrapar (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/confrapar) — Series A
- Investidores (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/investidores) — Series A
- SMU Investimentos — Series A
- DXA Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dxa-investments) — Series A
- Arien Invest — Series A