# Pyka

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/pyka

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: Alameda, US
- Website: www.flypyka.com
- Total disclosed funding: $86M
- Latest round: Series B (Sep 23, 2024)
- Investors on record: 15

## About

Pyka, Inc. is a US-based company specializing in electric aircraft technology for cargo transport and agricultural applications, focusing on fully autonomous solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability in logistics.Founded in 2017 in Alameda, US, Pyka, Inc. is dedicated to developing advanced electric aircraft, specifically designed for cargo and agricultural use. The company's founders include Chuma Ogunwole, Kyle Moore, Leigh Davies, Michael Norcia, and Nathan White. Michael Norcia currently serves as CEO. Pyka has successfully raised a total of USD 35.265 mn, with the latest funding round being a Series B led by Obvious Ventures. This funding supports five deals that enhance their growth trajectory and operational capabilities.Pyka Inc. specializes in advanced aviation technology, primarily focusing on developing electric aircraft designed for cargo transport and agricultural applications. Their flagship products encompass fully autonomous electric aircraft capable of efficient, environmentally friendly operations. These aircraft are engineered to address specific logistical challenges in the transportation of goods, particularly in remote or underserved regions where traditional transport methods may be inefficient or impractical. The company's technology is geared towards sectors such as agriculture, where crop monitoring, spraying, and delivery are essential. Pyka's customer base includes agricultural firms, logistics companies, and governmental agencies, primarily targeting markets in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, where there is a growing demand for sustainable aviation solutions and innovative farming techniques.The revenue structure of Pyka Inc. is based on direct sales and partnerships with clients in various industries, particularly in the agricultural and logistics sectors. Transactions primarily occur through B2B channels, where companies procure aircraft for their operations. Each client relationship involves tailored agreements that outline specific service and product needs, which can include maintenance and support services alongside the initial purchase. Pricing for these aircraft and associated services is determined based on contract negotiations considering factors such as operational scale and specific customer requirements. This direct engagement model enables Pyka to create structured deals that align with the needs of its clients, ensuring that their flagship electric aircraft are accessible and integrated effectively into customers' operational frameworks.Pyka, Inc. is actively pursuing the development of new electric aircraft models designed for enhanced agricultural productivity and logistics efficiency, with anticipated launches in the coming years. The company aims to expand its market presence into Asia-Pacific regions by 2025, leveraging recent funding to accelerate their product development and market entry strategies. The latest funding, which totaled USD 35.265 mn, will be instrumental in supporting these initiatives alongside potential investments in research and infrastructure to bolster their operational capacity.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Sep 23, 2024, $35M — Y Combinator, Prelude Ventures, Obvious, Metaplanet Holdings, Piva
- Series A, Apr 26, 2022, $37M — Prelude Ventures, Piva
- Seed, Oct 23, 2019, $11M — Greycroft, Y Combinator, DCVC, BOLD Capital Partners, Prime Movers Lab
- Seed, Aug 24, 2017, $3M — Greycroft, DCVC, Zillionize Angel, MicroVentures, Endure Capital, Fly Ventures, BOLD Capital Partners, UpHonest Capital, Blacktop Capital

## Investors

- Greycroft (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/greycroft) — Seed
- DCVC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dcvc) — Seed
- Zillionize Angel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zillionize-angel) — Seed
- MicroVentures — Seed
- Endure Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/endure-capital) — Seed
- Fly Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fly-ventures) — Seed
- BOLD Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bold-capital-partners) — Seed
- UpHonest Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/uphonest-capital) — Seed
- Blacktop Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/blacktop-capital) — Seed
- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed, Series B
- Prime Movers Lab (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/prime-movers-lab) — Seed
- Prelude Ventures — Series A, Series B
- Piva (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/piva) — Series A, Series B
- Obvious (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/obvious) — Series B
- Metaplanet Holdings (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/metaplanet-holdings) — Series B