A concept image of Destinus' Jungfrau prototype on top of a truck [Photo: Destinus]
Key Takeaways:
Swiss startup Destinus SA raised $29 million in seed funding to develop an autonomous, hydrogen-powered hypersonic aircraft for cargo delivery.
The company aims to create a "hyperplane" capable of flying at Mach 15 (11,500 mph) and 37 miles altitude, enabling global cargo transport in 1-2 hours.
Destinus, led by Mikhail Kokorich, is actively testing prototypes and plans hydrogen-powered supersonic flight tests within the next 12-18 months, despite facing regulatory complexities.
Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on FreightWaves.com.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
