What Airspace Experience Technologies does

Airspace Experience Technologies (ASX) is a Detroit-based aviation technology company founded in 2017 by Jon Rimanelli, building a modular electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft ecosystem centered on the Sigma-6 tiltwing platform. The Sigma-6 is a six-iteration, direct-drive electric aircraft with 1,200 hp installed power, a 125 mph cruise speed, 2,000 lb lifting capacity, and a flexible payload bay that accepts interchangeable Cargo, Life (6- and 8-seat passenger), Defense, and First Response pods. ASX complements the aircraft with the Skateboard — an autonomous omni-directional four-wheel-drive ground vehicle that swaps payload modules and battery pods to minimize turnaround time — and AeroNet UTM, a connected-vehicle traffic management system built on C-ITS (Connected Intelligent Transportation Systems) technology developed in partnership with Motorola through Nextronix.

The company's go-to-market is enterprise field sales, prioritizing the U.S. Department of Defense via the Air Force Agility Prime program and a Department of Navy Letter of Intent, followed by Emergency Response and Cargo Logistics customers. Revenue mechanics are split between hardware sales of aircraft and recurring/subscription revenue from fleet leasing (MOUs for 25 aircraft with ICAT Logistics and up to 50 aircraft with Mail Management Services supporting USPS) and AeroNet UTM services. Capital is currently being raised through Republic and a Reg D offering for accredited investors, with disclosed cumulative funding of approximately $3.38M since 2019. A 275,000 sq ft manufacturing plant planned for completion by 2027 would scale capacity to 2,500 aircraft per year, though the company remains pre-revenue at the 1-10 employee headcount level today.

Name

Airspace Experience Technologies

Legal name

Airspace Experience Technologies

Website

https://iflyasx.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Airspace Experience Technologies is a Detroit-based aviation startup that develops the modular Sigma-6 eVTOL aircraft, interchangeable mission pods, autonomous ground Skateboard, and AeroNet UTM system for defense, cargo, emergency response, and passenger customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

eVTOL Aircraft and Urban Air Mobility

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Air Transportation (481), Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

SIC

Aircraft (3721), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Engines & Engine Parts (3724)

akta.pro primary industry

VTOL & Hybrid UAV Platforms (IMABAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Air Taxi & Urban Air Mobility (eVTOL) Operators (TLAFAAAD), Autonomous Flight Control & Guidance Systems (UAS/Urban Air Mobility) (IMABAFAO), Electric & Hybrid-Electric Propulsion (eVTOL/Regional) (IMABADAH)

Keywords

• Electric vertical takeoff aircraft
• Urban air mobility
• Modular evtol platforms
• Air traffic management
• Advanced air mobility

Headquarters

HQ city

Detroit

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. eVTOL Aircraft Sales: Sale of Sigma-6 modular eVTOL aircraft to defense, cargo, and commercial customers. Production planned with contract manufacturing followed by company-owned 275,000 sq ft plant with capacity for up to 2,500 aircraft per year
2. Fleet Leasing Operations: MOU signed with ICAT Logistics to lease 25 aircraft for custom critical logistics. MOU with Mail Management Services for up to 50 aircraft supporting USPS operations
3. AeroNet UTM Services: Universal Traffic Management system providing fleet operators with tools to coordinate with ground vehicles using connected Intelligent Transportation Systems technology

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ASX designs, develops, and manufactures the Sigma-6 modular tiltwing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft with swappable battery pods and interchangeable mission payloads, supported by an autonomous omni-directional ground skateboard for payload/battery exchange and the AeroNet Universal Traffic Management (UTM) software platform for coordinating air and ground fleet operations.

Product overview

Airspace Experience Technologies (ASX) offers a modular eVTOL aircraft ecosystem centered on the Sigma-6 platform with interchangeable payload modules. The portfolio includes the core Sigma-6 tiltwing aircraft with its skateboard ground vehicle for battery swapping, AeroNet UTM traffic management system for fleet coordination, and purpose-built mission pods (Life Module for passengers, Cargo Module for logistics, Defense Mission Pods for military operations, and First Response configurations for emergency services). The company leverages automotive technologies to create operationally emission-free air mobility solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sigma-6: Modular Multi-Mission eVTOL aircraft - a flexible 2-phase electric VTOL capable of moving a variety of payloads. Features include 1,200 hp total installed power, 125 mph cruise speed, 2,000 lbs lifting capacity, and swappable battery pods.
• AeroNet
• Skateboard

Products and services

• Sigma-6 Modular Multi-Mission eVTOL Sigma-6 is a tiltwing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft with direct-drive electric motors, 1,200 hp total installed power, a 125 mph cruise speed (150 mph top), 6,000 lb max takeoff weight, 2,000 lb lifting capacity, and a 761-mile hybrid range. It features a flexible payload bay and swappable battery pods that support interchangeable mission-specific pods for cargo, passenger, defense, and emergency response applications. Customers include U.S. Department of Defense agencies, cargo logistics operators, and postal services.
• AeroNet Universal Traffic Management (UTM) AeroNet is a Universal Traffic Management platform that enables Advanced Air Mobility at scale. It empowers fleet operators with tools to coordinate aircraft and ground vehicles using Connected Intelligent Transportation Systems (C-ITS) technology, providing collision avoidance, traffic sequencing, and separation for arriving and departing aircraft. The platform is targeted at eVTOL fleet operators, logistics companies, and ground transportation integrators.
• Omni-Directional Ground Skateboard The Skateboard is an autonomous, omni-directional four-wheel-drive ground vehicle designed to swap payload modules and battery pods for the Sigma-6 aircraft. It features 360-degree rotation, self-leveling, and remote/autonomous operation to reduce aircraft turnaround time between flights. It is intended for closed-circuit applications including airports, factories, medical centers, and distribution centers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Under $3M invested to produce functional VTOL aircraft, autonomous ground robot, 2 prototype pods, and file multiple patents
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• U.S. Air Force Agility PrimeflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 May 2023ASX selected for Agility Prime program to accelerate development of Sigma-6 for cargo logistics. Progressed through three phases of evaluation. USAF requested formal Rapid Prototype Proposal submitted May 19, 2023.
• Eaton CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner listed on Sigma-6 page as part of the aircraft development ecosystem. Specific nature of partnership not detailed in available source material.
• Spirit AeroSystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner listed on Sigma-6 page as part of the aircraft development ecosystem. Specific nature of partnership not detailed in available source material.
• Wayne State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner listed on Sigma-6 page as part of the aircraft development ecosystem. Specific nature of partnership not detailed in available source material.
• City of DetroitcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic-private partnership at Coleman A. Young International Airport for design, build, test and maintenance of ASX aircraft.
• U.S. Dept. of Navy (Future Air Mobility Command)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLetter of Intent received. Dept. of Navy described Sigma-6 as 'the most innovative air mobility platform that we have seen.'

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Emerging players

• Reliable Robotics: Autonomous flight systems developer for fixed-wing cargo aircraft. Comparable to ASX on autonomous flight technology, C-ITS-style traffic management focus, and cargo/logistics GTM.
• Elroy Air: Cargo eVTOL developer building autonomous hybrid-electric VTOL for logistics. Comparable to ASX on cargo/defense vertical prioritization, hybrid-electric architecture, and modular payload bay design.

Direct peers

• Joby Aviation: Leading eVTOL aircraft developer pursuing FAA type certification for air taxi service. Directly comparable to ASX on tilt-wing/payload eVTOL product category, multi-mission ambition, and defense-adjacent strategy.
• Archer Aviation: eVTOL aircraft developer targeting urban air mobility with a tilt-rotor design. Comparable to ASX on eVTOL product category, certification pathway, and pursuit of both passenger and cargo/defense markets.
• Eve Air Mobility: Embraer-backed eVTOL developer targeting urban air mobility with a dedicated UTM/services platform. Comparable to ASX on eVTOL product, urban air taxi use case, and UTM services offering.
• Beta Technologies: eVTOL developer focused on cargo, medical, and defense applications with strong DoD relationships. Directly comparable to ASX on cargo/defense-first GTM, modular mission pods, and tilt/fixed-wing configuration.
• Lilium: eVTOL developer building a ducted-fan regional air mobility aircraft. Comparable to ASX on eVTOL category, multi-mission positioning, and pursuit of urban/regional passenger and logistics use cases.
• Wisk Aero: Boeing-backed autonomous eVTOL developer focused on passenger air taxi. Comparable to ASX on eVTOL technology stack, autonomous flight ambitions, and UTM-adjacent software development.

Others

• Skyward (Verizon): Drone/UAV traffic management and UTM platform owned by Verizon. Comparable to ASX's AeroNet UTM offering as a peer in air-traffic management software for commercial drone and Advanced Air Mobility operations.
• AirMap: UAS traffic management and airspace services provider. Comparable to ASX's AeroNet UTM offering on connected airspace management, C-ITS integration, and fleet coordination tooling.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/iFlyASX
• Facebookfacebook.com/iFlyASX
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/airspacex/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true
• Instagraminstagram.com/iflyasx

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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