The startup develops a modular military aircraft training system featuring a reconfigurable cockpit display and a common simulator that enables customizable, online training for military pilots. This approach reduces the complexity and costs associated with traditional aircraft training programs, allowing operators to efficiently deliver tailored training solutions.
Funding
$16.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Current military pilot training programs rely on single-point aircraft designs, leading to high costs, logistical complexity, and limited flexibility in adapting to evolving operational needs and emerging technologies. This traditional approach hinders the ability of air forces to efficiently train aircrews for 6th-generation warfare and meet net-zero emission goals.
Solution
AERALIS offers a digitally designed, modular light jet aircraft system that delivers flexible, affordable, and on-demand defense capabilities. The AERSYSTEM comprises the AERCORE Common Core Fuselage, AERSIDE Smart Integrated Digital Enterprise, and AEROSA Open Systems Avionics. The AERCORE allows for rapid reconfiguration of aircraft for various roles, including basic and advanced training, aggressor, ISTAR, and tactical tanking. AERSIDE centralizes data across the aircraft lifecycle, enabling digital twinning at platform, fleet, and enterprise levels. AEROSA facilitates the interchange of system components without recertification, allowing for modular sensor loadouts and easier adoption of new technologies. AERFLEX provides air forces with on-demand support for roles ranging from training to operational support, reducing capital expenses and fleet management burdens.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes air forces, military training organizations, and defense contractors seeking cost-effective, flexible, and adaptable aircraft solutions for pilot training and operational support.
Features
- Modular design with a Common Core Fuselage (CCF) that can be reconfigured for multiple roles
- Digital Enterprise (AERSIDE) for data-driven design, engineering, manufacturing, and operations
- Open Systems Avionics (AEROSA) for easy integration of new technologies and sensor payloads
- Ability to create configurations for trainer (single and twin engine), aggressor/surrogate, and tactical (tanker/ISR) roles
- High degree of parts commonality (85%) across different aircraft configurations
- Digital twinning capabilities for performance analytics and developmental testing
- Support for both crewed and semi-autonomous control configurations
- Integration with Augmented Reality (AR) training systems