Skykraft is developing a small satellite constellation for space-enabled air traffic management, enhancing global aviation safety through continuous communication and surveillance. Their technology optimizes airspace capacity and efficiency while reducing CO2 emissions via trajectory-based operations.
Funding
$79.2M 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 air traffic management systems face limitations in providing continuous, real-time surveillance and communication, especially over remote and oceanic regions where ground-based infrastructure is sparse. This can lead to safety concerns, inefficient routing, and increased CO2 emissions due to longer flight paths.
Solution
Skykraft is developing a small satellite constellation to deliver space-enabled air traffic management (ATM) services, enhancing global aviation safety and efficiency. The constellation provides continuous air traffic surveillance using ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) and VHF (Very High Frequency) communication services, particularly in areas lacking terrestrial coverage. By enabling more direct routing and trajectory-based operations, Skykraft's technology optimizes airspace capacity, reduces flight times, and lowers CO2 emissions. The system incorporates multiple levels of redundancy and cybersecurity measures to ensure resilience and reliability. Data from the satellite constellation is intended to seamlessly integrate into existing ATM systems, providing enhanced situational awareness and communication capabilities for air traffic controllers.
Target Audience
Skykraft's primary customers include Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) and aviation stakeholders seeking to improve the safety, efficiency, and resilience of air traffic management, especially in remote and oceanic regions.
Features
- Space-based ADS-B surveillance for real-time aircraft tracking in remote and oceanic regions
- VHF communication services to eliminate communication blackspots
- Trajectory-based operations for optimized airspace utilization and reduced flight times
- Redundant satellite architecture for continuous service availability
- Cyber-secure design to protect against unauthorized access and interference
- Seamless integration with existing ATM infrastructure