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Aviation technology company propelling the future of fully autonomous flight

Boston, United StatesFounded 2018Defence
Valuation $500M–1B Last recorded · 2025
Revenue $10–50M Latest reported FY
Headcount 100–500 Current team size
Total funding $100–500M Disclosed equity funding
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About Merlin Labs

Merlin Labs is a pioneering startup in the aviation industry, focusing on the development of autonomous flight technology. The company is creating a highly advanced autonomous pilot system, known as the Merlin Pilot, designed to revolutionize the way we travel by air. The system is designed to be adaptable and scalable, capable of being integrated into any aircraft, regardless of its size or age.

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The company's business model is centered around partnering with aviation authorities and aircraft manufacturers to integrate their autonomous pilot system into existing and future aircraft. They are currently working with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration and the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand to ensure their technology meets safety and regulatory standards.

Merlin Labs' approach to autonomous flight is practical and phased. Initially, the Merlin Pilot will be paired with a human pilot, allowing for a gradual transition towards full autonomy. This approach not only ensures safety but also helps build trust in the technology.

The company's target market includes commercial airlines, cargo transport companies, and potentially, private aircraft owners. By providing a solution that can be easily implemented across diverse fleets, Merlin Labs is positioning itself as a key player in the future of autonomous flight.

Merlin Labs generates revenue by selling and licensing its autonomous flight technology to aircraft manufacturers and operators. As the technology continues to be developed and certified, the company's potential for growth in the expanding market of autonomous flight is significant.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2018
Headquarters
Boston, United States
Employees
208
Open positions
14
Dealroom signal
56.0/100
Sub-industry
Autonomous & Sensor Tech
Sector
Defence, Core AI, Autonomous Mobility, Defence Applications, Autonomous Aerial Vehicle, Aviation and Aerospace, Dual-Use Tech, AI Applications, NIF defense security and resilience
Technology
Artificial Intelligence, Deep Tech, Autonomous & Sensor Tech
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b
Investment activity
1 company, latest Jun 2024
Capital deployed
—
Preferred round
ACQUISITION

Funding history

10 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
POST IPO EQUITYOther financing Apr 2026 $80M — Undisclosed ↗
SPAC PRIVATE PLACEMENTOther financing Nov 2025 $200M — Undisclosed ↗
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Financials

Revenue over time

Revenue, earnings and other financial measures where available. Years marked “E” are estimates.

YearRevenueGrowth
2026
2025 —
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Growth signals

Merlin Labs website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Merlin Labs is 16K monthly website visits, up 23.1% over the last three months. Merlin Labs's team grew 18.2% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits16K 3-month web change+23.1% 1-year team growth+18.2%
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Investments and acquisitions

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Investors

17 investors on the cap table

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Seed7 investors entered at this stage

Series A9 investors entered at this stage

Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage

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Team profiled 7 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 2 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
5 countries with
team presence
🇺🇸 United States88%
🇳🇿 New Zealand9.8%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom0.8%
🇮🇳 India0.8%
🇪🇬 Egypt0.8%
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Market sentiment

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