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Advanced automation systems for aircraft

Mountain View, United StatesFounded 2017Defence
Valuation $1–2.5B Last recorded · 2026
Headcount 100–500 Current team size
Total funding $100–500M Disclosed equity funding
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About Reliable Robotics

Reliable Robotics is a pioneering startup in the aerospace industry, focused on developing advanced automation technology for aircraft. The company aims to make flying safer, more accessible, and more affordable by enabling aircraft to operate autonomously. This transformative approach has the potential to revolutionize the transportation of goods and people globally.

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The company primarily serves two types of clients: cargo operators and passenger airlines. Reliable Robotics operates in the aviation market, specifically targeting Part 23 and Part 25 aircraft. Part 23 refers to small aircraft, typically used for cargo, while Part 25 includes larger passenger aircraft.

Reliable Robotics employs a "certification forward" approach, meaning they prioritize meeting regulatory standards early in the development process. This strategy ensures that their automated systems are safe and reliable from the outset. The company has already demonstrated fully automated gate-to-gate operations for a Part 23 aircraft and is now working towards commercializing this technology for both cargo and passenger vehicles.

The business model of Reliable Robotics revolves around the commercialization of its automation technology. They generate revenue by selling or licensing their advanced systems to cargo operators and passenger airlines. Additionally, they may offer maintenance and support services to ensure the smooth operation of their automated systems.

Robert W. Rose, the co-founder and CEO, brings extensive experience in engineering systems for aerospace, self-driving cars, and robotics. His previous roles at Tesla, SpaceX, and the X Skunkworks division have equipped him with the expertise needed to lead Reliable Robotics towards its ambitious goals.

In summary, Reliable Robotics is at the forefront of automating aircraft, aiming to make air travel safer, more efficient, and more affordable. Their innovative technology has the potential to significantly impact the aviation industry.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Mountain View, United States
Employees
238
Open positions
17
Dealroom signal
95.6/100
Sub-industry
Autonomous & Sensor Tech
Sector
Defence, Industrial Automation, Core AI, Autonomous Mobility, Autonomous Aerial Vehicle, Aviation and Aerospace, Verified Unicorns and $1B Exits
Technology
Artificial Intelligence, Hardware, Deep Tech, Autonomous & Sensor Tech
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

7 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
LATE VCOther financing Apr 2026 $160M $1B Eclipse Ventures · Pathbreaker Ventures · UP.Partners · Calm Ventures ↗
GRANTOther financing Sep 2024 $3.6M — US Air Force ↗
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Growth signals

Reliable Robotics website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Reliable Robotics is 13K monthly website visits, down 7.1% over the last three months. Reliable Robotics's team grew 45.1% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits13K 3-month web change-7.1% 1-year team growth+45.1%
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Investors

17 investors on the cap table

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Seed1 investor entered at this stage

  • US Air Force

Series A4 investors entered at this stage

Series B and later12 investors entered at this stage

Team profiled 17 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 4 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
4 countries with
team presence
🇺🇸 United States95.4%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom2.6%
🇨🇦 Canada1.3%
🇫🇷 France0.7%
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Market sentiment

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