Opener

Opener

Develops electric personal aerial vehicles

About Opener

Simplify's Rating
Why Opener is rated
B
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated C on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Automotive & Transportation

Energy

Aerospace

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$1.2M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2016

Overview

Opener.aero focuses on personal transportation through its electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft called BlackFly. The BlackFly is designed for individual consumers, providing a simple, safe, and eco-friendly travel option. It operates fully electric, producing no emissions, and can take off and land vertically, making it suitable for both urban and remote areas. The aircraft is portable, fitting into a small trailer, and can be assembled for flight in about 30 minutes. Opener sells the BlackFly directly to consumers and offers training programs for safe operation, along with maintenance and support services. What sets Opener apart from competitors is its emphasis on safety, featuring multiple redundant systems and advanced software protections to ensure reliability. The goal of Opener is to lead the eVTOL market by providing a unique and sustainable personal transportation solution.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing interest in urban air mobility boosts investment in the eVTOL sector.
  • FAA's regulatory advancements streamline certification, aiding Opener's market entry and expansion.
  • Sustainable transportation trends align with Opener's eco-friendly, zero-emission BlackFly.

What critics are saying

  • Rebranding to Pivotal may confuse customers and impact brand recognition.
  • Scaling production of Helix eVTOL could lead to quality control challenges.
  • Intensifying competition in the eVTOL market threatens Opener's market share.

What makes Opener unique

  • Opener's BlackFly offers unique vertical takeoff and landing capabilities for diverse environments.
  • The aircraft's triple-modular redundant systems enhance safety and reliability for users.
  • Opener focuses on direct-to-consumer sales, providing comprehensive training and support services.

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Funding

Total Funding

$1.1M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Company News

Avfoil
Oct 9th, 2023
Opener announces Helix eVTOL, changes name to Pivotal

Opener announces Helix eVTOL, changes name to Pivotal.

Europe Travel Online
Oct 5th, 2023
Opener Announces Helix, its First Scalable Production Aircraft; Changes Company Name to Pivotal

Opener announces Helix, its first scalable production aircraft; changes company name to Pivotal.

Electrek
Jul 25th, 2023
Opener is recruiting early adopters to train and test out its unique personal eVTOL

During the announcement, Opener introduced Charge Together Fleets to its very first BlackFly customer and early adopter Tim Lum, who recently completed his first flight documented by the company.

Avfoil
Jun 9th, 2023
Opener Announces Appointment of Jon Campagna as Chief Financial Officer

A year ago, Opener Aero appointed Ken Karklin as its new Chief Executive Officer, assuming day-to-day leadership of the company and joining its board of directors, while founder Marcus Leng stepped down from the role.

Opener
Jun 6th, 2023
Opener Announces Appointment of Jon Campagna as Chief Financial Officer | Opener

Opener, the market leader in personal electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Campagna as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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