This company designs and builds all-electric passenger aircraft focused on high energy efficiency for regional routes. Their aircraft aim to achieve a 1000 km range with zero operational emissions and significantly lower direct operating costs than conventional jets. The design incorporates ultra-efficient wings and lightweight structures to support high-speed propulsion.
Funding
$6M 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 passenger aircraft rely on fossil fuels, contributing significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and environmental pollution. Existing electric aircraft designs often struggle to achieve sufficient range and passenger capacity to serve a substantial portion of the air travel market.
Solution
Cosmic is developing the Cosmic Skylark, an all-electric passenger aircraft designed to address the limitations of current aviation technology. The Skylark aims to serve a significant portion of global air traffic with zero emissions by utilizing a lightweight airframe and an integrated, high-speed electric propulsion system. This design enhances aerodynamic efficiency, enabling a range of up to 1000 km and reducing direct operating costs compared to conventional jet aircraft. The aircraft leverages existing battery technology, eliminating the need for future "battery miracles" to achieve its performance targets.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes regional airlines and passengers seeking sustainable and cost-effective air travel options.
Features
- All-electric propulsion system with turbofan thrust
- Lightweight airframe construction to maximize energy efficiency
- High-efficiency wing design for increased lift and reduced drag
- 1000 km flight range, targeting 50% of global air traffic routes
- Capacity for 24 passengers
- Route simulator to explore potential flight paths