Beyond Aero (YC Winter 2022)

TL;DR: Beyond Aero is a Y Combinator Winter 2022 startup First electric business aircraft designed for hydrogen propulsion, currently active with a team of 80.

First electric business aircraft designed for hydrogen propulsion

YC ID
26134
YC Batch
Winter 2022
Status
Active
Team size
80
Industry
Industrials, Aviation and Space
Tags
Hydrogen Energy, Airplanes, Energy
YC profile
https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/beyond-aero

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Beyond Aero is building the first electric business aircraft powered by hydrogen propulsion, enabling six passengers to fly up to 800 NM (1,500 km), a range unattainable with battery-electric aircraft. Founded in December 2020, the company is redesigning the architecture of an aircraft around hydrogen-electric propulsion, focusing on fuel cell technology, gaseous hydrogen tank integration, and advanced cooling systems. With offices in Toulouse, Paris, and Los Angeles, the company boasts a team of over 80 highly qualified engineers from leading aerospace companies. Beyond Aero has secured over $50 million in funding, backed by investors such as Giant Ventures, Bpifrance, and prior supporters like Initialized Capital, Female Founders Fund, and 7 Percent Ventures. Beyond Aero also completed…

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beyond Aero a YC (Y Combinator) company?

Yes. Beyond Aero was funded by Y Combinator in the Winter 2022 batch. First electric business aircraft designed for hydrogen propulsion

What does Beyond Aero do?

Beyond Aero is building the first electric business aircraft powered by hydrogen propulsion, enabling six passengers to fly up to 800 NM (1,500 km), a range unattainable with battery-electric aircraft. Founded in December 2020, the company is redesigning the architecture of an aircraft around hydrogen-electric propuls…

What YC batch was Beyond Aero in?

Beyond Aero was part of Y Combinator's Winter 2022 batch.

How big is Beyond Aero?

Beyond Aero has a team of 80 people according to Y Combinator's directory.

Is Beyond Aero still active?

Beyond Aero is currently listed as Active with a team of 80 in Y Combinator's directory.

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