A demonstration drone equipped with Whisper’s electric ducted fans takes flight. [Credit: Whisper Aero]
Key Takeaways:
Whisper Aero raised $32 million in Series A funding to develop and scale its innovative electric ducted fan technology.
Their core technology achieves ultra-quiet operation by shifting noise frequencies to the inaudible ultrasonic range, without sacrificing efficiency, and also provides 20% greater efficiency compared to other ducted fans.
The company is initially focused on the defense sector with existing contracts, but envisions future applications in commercial aviation (drones, eVTOLs) and consumer/industrial products.
Whisper Aero is taking a page from Muhammed Ali’s book.
Last week, the Crossville, Tennessee-based startup raised $32 million to help create aircraft in The Greatest’s image, capable of floating (flying) silently like a butterfly, and stinging—or in this context, delivering high efficiency—like a bee.
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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.
