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Starburst Ventures

Starburst Ventures is an innovation catalyst in the aerospace sector, recognized as the first global accelerator dedicated to aviation, space, and defense. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in California, it specializes in facilitating connections between established corporations and startups while offering strategic growth mentoring and consulting services. With a presence in major cities including Los Angeles, Paris, Montreal, Munich, San Francisco, and Singapore, Starburst has cultivated an extensive ecosystem that encompasses over 4,000 startups related to aerospace. The organization also hosts numerous international and national events, highlighting innovation in the industry, particularly at prominent air shows. Starburst Ventures focuses on series A and series B-stage investments, emphasizing the growth and development of aerospace companies worldwide.
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Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Brandon Florian

Business Development and Corporate Relations Director

Julius Yeo

Managing Director

Past deals in Aerospace

Modularity Space

Venture Round in 2021
Modularity Space is developing low-cost modular reusable satellites designed to be repaired, refueled, and upgraded in space.

Robotic Skies

Venture Round in 2021
Robotic Skies, Inc. is a provider of maintenance and repair services for commercial unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced air mobility aircraft (AAM). Founded in 2013 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company operates a global network of over 150 independently-owned and operated repair stations. These stations are staffed with aviation experts who specialize in the maintenance of commercial drone aircraft. Robotic Skies offers a comprehensive field service program designed to ensure that UAS remain operational, safe, and efficient. By leveraging FAA-approved maintenance organizations, the company aims to optimize certification and repair services for emerging drone fleets worldwide.

Nebula Compute

Venture Round in 2021
Space Technology Solutions for Government and Commercial Customers

Near Earth Autonomy

Venture Round in 2021
Near Earth Autonomy is creating a future where autonomous flight is commonplace and safe. Their work enables a range of unmanned aircraft (i.e., sub-meter to full scale) to operate across multiple applications.

Atomic-6

Venture Round in 2021
Atomic-6 is an advanced manufacturing startup bringing next-generation composite products to the forefront of the logistics, military, and aerospace industries.

C4 Systems

Venture Round in 2020
C4 Systems, Inc. is an Israeli company that specializes in the development of airborne systems and aerospace-grade technologies focused on aerial homeland security and para-military applications. The company creates an aerial command-and-control system that consolidates critical mission information into a unified platform, providing a real-time common operational picture for all involved units. This integration enhances situational awareness, facilitating smarter decision-making and quicker response times, which ultimately leads to improved mission success rates.

Launcher

Venture Round in 2020
Launcher Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in delivering small satellites into orbit. The company is also involved in the development of advanced rocket engines, including a three-dimensional printed liquid propellant rocket engine that uses liquid oxygen and kerosene as fuel. With a focus on innovative technology and efficient delivery services, Launcher aims to enhance access to space for small satellite operators.

Block Aero Technologies Holdings Limited

Venture Round in 2020
Block Aero is an AI-powered platform to digitize the global aerospace supply-chain and create digital passports for each asset. We are working with consortiums of high profile aviation companies to unite their asset data on an intelligent blockchain network.

Momentus

Venture Round in 2019
Momentus Inc. is a company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in water-powered transportation services for spacecraft. Founded in 2017, it is a pioneer in developing in-space transportation and infrastructure technology, focusing on the commercialization of space. The company employs a team of experienced aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers who have created an energy-efficient transport system utilizing plasma water propulsion technology. Momentus has established service agreements with notable entities, including Lockheed Martin and NASA, as well as various private satellite companies and government agencies. Its inaugural Vigoride™ transport system launch was scheduled for December 2020, marking a significant step in its mission to enhance space logistics.

airfree SAS

Series A in 2019
Airfree SAS specialized respectively in duty-free commerce, technology, digital and e-commerce.

airfree SAS

Venture Round in 2018
Airfree SAS specialized respectively in duty-free commerce, technology, digital and e-commerce.

Ampaire

Venture Round in 2018
The Third Revolution in Aviation has begun and Ampaire is leading the charge by developing aircraft that make flying clean, quiet, safe, reliable, affordable, and more accessible to more people than ever before. With key innovations in energy storage, propulsion, and aircraft architecture, the Ampaire team is maximizing the potential of the aircraft industry. Ampaire is a portfolio company of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator. It was founded in year 2016 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

EVA

Venture Round in 2018
ELECTRIC VISIONARY AIRCRAFTS, INC. designs landing and charging stations for drones and electric flying vehicles. It also manufactures battery-enabled aircrafts. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Lisbon, Portugal with additional offices in Toulouse, Paris, France; Doha, Qatar; and Tokyo Japan.

airfree SAS

Seed Round in 2017
Airfree SAS specialized respectively in duty-free commerce, technology, digital and e-commerce.