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About Xwing
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace
Defense
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$68.9M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2016
Overview
Xwing specializes in uncrewed flight technology, allowing aircraft to operate autonomously without a pilot onboard. Their modular autonomy system uses advanced sensors and processing methods, enabling remote supervision from a ground control station. This technology is versatile, catering to various clients such as aircraft operators, aerospace manufacturers, and defense partners. Xwing's solutions can be integrated into existing aircraft or customized for new designs, focusing on enhancing safety, reducing operational costs, and improving aircraft utilization. A key differentiator for Xwing is its status as the first Standard Category large UAS to receive project designation from the FAA, allowing for certification and operation without a pilot. The company's goal is to provide safe and effective autonomy solutions that can be applied across multiple sectors, including defense, to automate missions and reduce risks for pilots.
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- FAA's BVLOS regulation updates could boost adoption of Xwing's autonomous technologies.
- U.S. Department of Defense's increased budget for autonomous systems offers expansion opportunities.
- Growing demand for sustainable aviation aligns with Xwing's mission for cleaner air transport.
What critics are saying
- Joby Aviation's acquisition may deprioritize Xwing's original business goals.
- Integration with Joby could lead to intellectual property conflicts or roadmap misalignments.
- Reliance on FAA certifications could be jeopardized by regulatory changes or incidents.
What makes Xwing unique
- Xwing's modular autonomy system enables full aircraft autonomy without onboard pilots.
- First to receive FAA project designation for Standard Category large UAS.
- Pioneered the world's first fully autonomous cargo flight, making aviation history.
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Funding
Total Funding
$68.8M
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Funded Over
4 Rounds
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -6%1 year growth
↓ -11%2 year growth
↑ 7%Joby Aviation showcased its fully autonomous Cessna 208B at the U.S. Air Force's ‘Agile Flag 24-3’ exercise, completing over 3,900 miles of flight. This milestone was achieved following Joby's acquisition of Xwing in June. The aircraft, using Xwing's Superpilot software, autonomously transported components across 9 locations in California and Nevada, performing fully autonomous taxi, take-off, and landing without on-the-ground infrastructure. The aircraft was remotely supervised using a laptop and satellite communications terminal.
Listen to this articleJoby Aviation says it hopes to eventually use Xwing technology for fully autonomous operations. | Source: Joby Aviation. Joby Aviation Inc. this week announced that it is acquiring the autonomy division of Xwing Inc. The acquisition will cover all of Xwing’s existing automation and autonomy technology activities and was paid for with Joby shares. The companies did not disclose the terms of the deal
Founded in 2016, California-based Xwing is developing its Superpilot system for unmanned flight.
Joby Aviation acquires Xwing's autonomy division, adding to defense work.
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xwing, a leading defense and aviation autonomy technology startup, today announced that it was advanced as a winner of a Phase I SBIR from the Army xTech SBIR Autonomy program. In the coming months, Xwing will showcase its ability to conduct autonomous airlift and logistics missions during live operational demonstrations for Army stakeholders. In a recent announcement, Nicole Fox, the Army’s SBIR Program’s portfolio manager for autonomy and contested logistics, sustainment, science and technology stated, “To support mobility and navigation across multiple terrains, it’s important we develop and employ ground and aerial robotic autonomous systems throughout the Army. Solutions developed via the competition – and through follow-on SBIR contracts – will support Soldier safety and efficiency in contested environments.”. Bringing innovative autonomy solutions to solve mission capability gaps for Defense customers is familiar territory for the company. Xwing is a key partner of the Air Force’s AFWERX Autonomy Prime program
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About Xwing
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace
Defense
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$68.9M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2016
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