Arcanus Aerial Systems
Arcanus Aerial Systems provides autonomous fixed-wing VTOL platforms and integrated mission systems for defense, public safety, and critical infrastructure protection. The company's flagship AB 516e offers 3-hour endurance with AI-powered autonomy for long-range ISR, while the AE 401 counter-UAS interceptor achieves a 10,000-meter ceiling with under 10-minute setup time.
- Defense Tech
- Drones & Uncrewed Systems
- Aerospace
- Hardware
- Artificial Intelligence
Funding
Raised to date
$500KRaised 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.
across 1 round
$500K · Seed
Announced Oct 2026
Disclosed cumulative: $500K
Founders
Founder details are not available yet.
Product
Problem
Modern defense and security operations require persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), tactical logistics, and protection against unauthorized drone activity. Traditional manned or non-autonomous systems often lack the endurance, range, and rapid deployment capabilities needed to operate effectively in complex and demanding environments.
Solution
Arcanus Aerial Systems provides a portfolio of autonomous platforms and integrated mission systems designed for next-generation defense and security operations. The company takes a systems-first approach, combining advanced fixed-wing VTOL aircraft, intelligent software, secure communications, and mission-specific payloads into unified operational solutions. Their flagship platforms include the AB 516e for long-endurance ISR, the AE 401 counter-UAS interceptor, and the AC 5250 for long-range cargo delivery, all built to deliver scalable, mission-ready capability across the world's most demanding operational environments.
Target Audience
Primary customers include defense and security organizations requiring persistent ISR and operational sustainment, public safety and emergency response agencies, commercial and industrial operators monitoring critical infrastructure, and entities needing counter-UAS protection for critical sites and public spaces.
Features
- AB 516e: Class 3 VTOL fixed-wing aircraft with 3-hour endurance, 100 km range, 2 kg payload capacity, and AI-powered autonomy
- AE 401: Counter-UAS interceptor with missile-like performance, top speed capabilities, 10,000 m ceiling, and under 10-minute setup time
- AC 5250: Long-range cargo delivery platform with 10-15 hour endurance for deep operational reach
- Integrated mission software for command, control, and mission management enabling faster operational decision-making
- Secure communications and payload integration across all platforms for unified operational solutions