Natilus Unveils Dual-Deck, Blended-Wing Aircraft Concept

New concept is an ‘evolution’ of the company’s original Horizon, a single-deck design.

Jack Daleo

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 07:00 AM ET

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A digital rendering of Natilus’ Horizon Evo blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft concept, unveiled on Tuesday. [Credit: Natilus]

Key Takeaways:

Natilus unveiled its Horizon Evo, a new dual-deck blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft capable of carrying up to 250 passengers, designed to replace traditional single-aisle narrowbody jets.
The Evo's dual-deck configuration was developed based on FAA and customer feedback, aiming to simplify certification, improve operational efficiency, enhance passenger safety and comfort, and ensure compatibility with existing airport infrastructure.
Expected to launch in the early 2030s, the Horizon Evo targets a 30 percent reduction in fuel burn compared to current tube-and-wing models.
New Series A funding will support Evo wind tunnel testing, flight testing for its Kona aircraft, and the establishment of a full-scale manufacturing facility, with military applications also under exploration.

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A leading U.S. developer of blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft that it bills as a replacement for single-aisle narrowbodies—such as the Boeing 737 Max 8 and 10 and Airbus A321neo—has announced a new, larger flagship concept for up to 250 passengers.

Natilus CEO and co-founder Aleksey Matyushev told FLYING that the company’s Horizon Evo, unveiled Tuesday, is an “evolution” rather than a replacement of its original Horizon design “that we feel is more practical and more market ready.” The Evo, developed with FAA and customer feedback, introduces a dual-deck configuration that Matyushev believes will translate to simpler manufacturing and operations while improving passenger safety and comfort.