The brief
- SkyOS achieved FAA design approval in 2025 and is in certification flight testing.
- Series C raised $300M+ at $1.15B valuation; total raised over $605M since 2016.
- Targets retrofit to existing helicopter and fixed-wing fleets for safer automation.
Technical approach
Software Architecture
Unified flight control system
SkyOS centralizes flight control, replacing mechanical systems with software to reduce pilot workload.
Hardware Integration
Flight control computers
Custom computers running the SkyOS software received FAA final design approval in 2025 and are undergoing for-credit certification flight tests.
Safety Philosophy
Safety-focused platform
SkyOS is positioned as a safety-first system that simplifies how pilots manage aircraft during adverse weather and emergency scenarios.
