Grid Aero
Latest round
- Series A
Last raised
- Jan 2026
Total raised
- $26M
Investors
- 7
About Grid Aero
Grid Aero, Inc. is a US-based firm specializing in the development and deployment of autonomous cargo aircraft, enhancing logistics capabilities across diverse sectors with innovative solutions. Founded in 2024 and headquartered in San Leandro, US, Grid Aero, Inc. focuses on autonomous cargo aircraft technology. In January 2026, Grid Aero, Inc. Grid Aero specializes in the development and deployment of autonomous cargo aircraft, specifically designed to facilitate resilient logistics across vast distances. Their flagship product, the Lifter, is an uncrewed long-range cargo aircraft tailored for transporting heavy payloads efficiently and at a lower cost compared to traditional air cargo options. The Lifter features a rugged airframe with minimal moving parts and a proven powertrain, ensuring reliability and ease of assembly and repair. The autonomous capabilities of Grid’s aircraft are enhanced by a robust AI-driven autonomy stack that allows real-time adaptation and minimizes dependence on human oversight. Targeted applications for these aircraft span various sectors, including defense logistics, commercial e-commerce, humanitarian response initiatives, and essential air services.Grid Aero's revenue structure is rooted in the provision of their autonomous cargo aircraft and associated logistics services. The company engages in B2B transactions, partnering directly with government entities, defense contractors, and commercial logistics firms to implement their autonomous solutions. Revenue is generated through the sale of the Lifter aircraft and potential service agreements for ongoing maintenance and operational support. The business model involves upfront payments for aircraft purchases, followed by recurring revenues from service contracts that ensure optimal performance and adaptations of their fleet. Additionally, Grid Aero may establish revenue-sharing arrangements with commercial clients who utilize their aircraft within regional cargo networks or humanitarian operations, fostering long-term partnerships that drive sustained income.
Who invested in Grid Aero
7 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in Grid Aero?
Grid Aero has 7 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Grid Aero raised?
Grid Aero has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Grid Aero last raise money?
Grid Aero's most recent round on record is a Series A, in Jan 2026.
What does Grid Aero do?
Grid Aero is a aerospace company.
Where is Grid Aero headquartered?
Grid Aero is headquartered in San Leandro, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like Grid Aero?
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