JetBlue Ventures

JetBlue Ventures, established in 2016, is the corporate venture capital arm of JetBlue Airways, headquartered in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage startups within the travel, hospitality, transportation, and technology sectors. It provides funding and supports these companies through an accelerator program, typically investing $0.05 million in exchange for equity. JetBlue Ventures aims to foster innovation and improve the future of travel and hospitality by partnering with promising startups.

Amy Burr

CEO

Ryan Chou

Managing Director, Investments

Eliza Dragomir

Analyst, Investments

Ruchit Majmudar

Senior Analyst, Operations and Partnerships

Stefan Sandova

Associate, Investments

Stephen Snyder

Managing Director and Head of Operations and Partnerships

Steve Taub

Managing Director, Investments

Amy Wang

Senior Analyst, Operations and Partnerships

Past deals in Aviation

Beacon AI

Series A in 2024
Beacon AI develops advanced pilot assistant technology designed to enhance flight safety for commercial, charter, and defense aviation fleets. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the company aims to minimize human error and improve operational efficiency. Its platform offers various features, including pilot assistance, fleet monitoring, third-party integration, and route optimization. These innovations empower pilots to enhance safety and address challenges at the intersection of technology and aviation, thereby contributing to a safer flying experience.

Aether Fuels

Seed Round in 2023
Aether Fuels is a pioneering climate technology company specializing in the development of innovative, scalable, and affordable fuel solutions. The company focuses on decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors such as aviation and ocean shipping by creating sustainable fuels from waste biomass and biogenic carbon dioxide. Their technologies aim to make sustainable fuels practical and economical, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Volantio

Series A in 2022
Volantio Inc. is a software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, that specializes in developing technology solutions for the airline industry. The company focuses on maximizing unit revenues and improving customer experience through its automated, mobile-based software. Volantio's platforms, such as SmartAlerts and PriceStream, enable airlines to engage with customers during their booking journey and enhance retargeted marketing efforts. By capturing customer intent data, the software helps airlines dynamically re-accommodate passengers and optimize capacity utilization, ultimately increasing yield and reducing operational costs. Volantio collaborates with major airlines worldwide, providing tools that offer better predictability and control for travelers while enhancing airline operational efficiency. The company was established in 2008 and has expanded its reach with team members in the Netherlands and Australia.

FLYR

Series C in 2021
FLYR, Inc. is a technology company that develops advanced travel planning and booking solutions specifically for the airline industry. Its core offering, FusionRM, is a revenue management platform that utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making across an airline's commerce funnel. By aggregating data from various sources, FLYR's platform forecasts user demand, enabling airlines to optimize pricing strategies, improve customer experiences through dynamic pricing, and bundle attractive offers for travelers. The platform also provides crucial insights such as sell-out risk, historical pricing trends, and price elasticity predictions, thereby helping clients maximize their revenue potential. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, FLYR also operates an office in Kraków, Poland.

Beacon AI

Seed Round in 2021
Beacon AI develops advanced pilot assistant technology designed to enhance flight safety for commercial, charter, and defense aviation fleets. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the company aims to minimize human error and improve operational efficiency. Its platform offers various features, including pilot assistance, fleet monitoring, third-party integration, and route optimization. These innovations empower pilots to enhance safety and address challenges at the intersection of technology and aviation, thereby contributing to a safer flying experience.

Lacuna

Series A in 2021
Lacuna Technologies, Inc., established in 2018 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing and providing cloud-based, open-source transportation software and services for local governments worldwide. The company offers a comprehensive transportation operating system (tOS) designed to scale across various mobility modes, including public transit, bikeshare, and emerging open mapping systems. Lacuna's services encompass operation, integration, and support for open-source specifications like MDS, GTFS, and GBFS, along with strategic consulting and technology delivery services. By providing real-time traffic control, analysis, and modeling tools, Lacuna enables transportation agencies to optimize operations and explore new mobility models efficiently.

Universal Hydrogen

Series A in 2021
Universal Hydrogen is focused on advancing hydrogen aviation by creating a comprehensive hydrogen ecosystem tailored for the aviation industry. Founded in 2020 and based in Hawthorne, California, the company develops innovative technologies for hydrogen distribution and propulsion. It manufactures capsule modules designed to safely store hydrogen during transit, which also function as modular fuel tanks that can be directly loaded onto aircraft. Universal Hydrogen provides an end-to-end hydrogen value chain, facilitating the transport of hydrogen from production facilities to airports using existing freight infrastructure. This approach eliminates the need for expensive new pipelines and storage facilities, supporting the transition to carbon-free flight and helping to mitigate the climate impact of air travel. Through strategic partnerships and dedicated logistics, Universal Hydrogen aims to make hydrogen-powered aviation a practical reality.

i6 Group

Series A in 2020
I6 Group Limited is a provider of data and software solutions tailored for the energy, aviation, defense, and transportation sectors. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Farnborough, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Europe, Canada, and the United States, the company specializes in developing integrated digital fuel management platforms. Its key offerings include Fusion6, a comprehensive refueling management platform; Synthesis6, which streamlines airline fuel management processes; and eHandshake, a mobile application that allows pilots to manage fuel orders efficiently. I6 Group serves a diverse clientele, including airlines, airports, fuel managers, and logistics providers, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting environmentally sustainable practices through advanced technology and data integration.

Joby Aviation

Series C in 2020
Joby Aviation, LLC is an electric mobility company focused on developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, Joby aims to provide air-transportation-as-a-service by operating a fast, quiet, and convenient air taxi service set to launch in 2024. The aircraft is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers, with a range of 150 miles on a single charge and speeds reaching up to 200 mph. By delivering an innovative air transportation solution, Joby Aviation seeks to alleviate urban congestion and promote sustainable transit alternatives.

FLYR

Series B in 2019
FLYR, Inc. is a technology company that develops advanced travel planning and booking solutions specifically for the airline industry. Its core offering, FusionRM, is a revenue management platform that utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making across an airline's commerce funnel. By aggregating data from various sources, FLYR's platform forecasts user demand, enabling airlines to optimize pricing strategies, improve customer experiences through dynamic pricing, and bundle attractive offers for travelers. The platform also provides crucial insights such as sell-out risk, historical pricing trends, and price elasticity predictions, thereby helping clients maximize their revenue potential. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, FLYR also operates an office in Kraków, Poland.

Lumo

Seed Round in 2018
Lumo is a developer of a smart air travel application that focuses on managing flight disruptions. The application utilizes predictive analytics to forecast flight delays well in advance, offering users real-time predictions and insights into flight delay patterns. By presenting alternative flight options in the event of delays, Lumo aims to help travelers proactively address potential issues, thereby reducing the costs and inconveniences typically associated with air travel disruptions. The company's commitment to enhancing the travel experience makes it a valuable resource for passengers seeking to navigate the complexities of air travel more effectively.

Volantio

Seed Round in 2018
Volantio Inc. is a software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, that specializes in developing technology solutions for the airline industry. The company focuses on maximizing unit revenues and improving customer experience through its automated, mobile-based software. Volantio's platforms, such as SmartAlerts and PriceStream, enable airlines to engage with customers during their booking journey and enhance retargeted marketing efforts. By capturing customer intent data, the software helps airlines dynamically re-accommodate passengers and optimize capacity utilization, ultimately increasing yield and reducing operational costs. Volantio collaborates with major airlines worldwide, providing tools that offer better predictability and control for travelers while enhancing airline operational efficiency. The company was established in 2008 and has expanded its reach with team members in the Netherlands and Australia.

Joby Aviation

Series B in 2018
Joby Aviation, LLC is an electric mobility company focused on developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, Joby aims to provide air-transportation-as-a-service by operating a fast, quiet, and convenient air taxi service set to launch in 2024. The aircraft is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers, with a range of 150 miles on a single charge and speeds reaching up to 200 mph. By delivering an innovative air transportation solution, Joby Aviation seeks to alleviate urban congestion and promote sustainable transit alternatives.

Unicoaero

Venture Round in 2018
Unicobag is the on demand baggage delivery company for airlines and passengers. Unicobag helps airlines to deliver mishandled bags and passengers to bypass baggage carousels. Unicobag's mission is to be a leading baggage service provider, so airlines, airports, and passengers never deal with bags anymore.

Skyhour

Venture Round in 2017
Skyhour is an innovative online gifting platform that transforms the way individuals gift and receive flight hours. It allows users to gift flight hours at a fixed cost of $60 per hour, which can be redeemed with over 350 airlines. This service provides a seamless and straightforward method for users to book flights, making it accessible to anyone, regardless of their travel preferences. By focusing on the convenience of gifting and the flexibility of flight redemption, Skyhour aims to enhance the travel experience for both gift givers and recipients.

Zunum Aero

Venture Round in 2017
Zunum Aero Inc. is based in Kirkland, Washington, and specializes in the manufacture of hybrid-to-electric aircraft aimed at enhancing short-distance commercial travel. Founded in 2014, the company seeks to address the gap in air service for smaller communities, leveraging a vast network of over 13,500 airports. Zunum Aero's innovative aircraft utilize advanced powertrain and propulsion technologies, enabling efficient and cost-effective flights that significantly reduce travel times compared to traditional methods. By focusing on electric and hybrid technologies, the company aims to eliminate a substantial portion of aviation emissions associated with short-haul flights, promoting environmentally friendly air travel. With a vision of frequent electric air service, Zunum Aero is poised to transform regional transit and improve accessibility for underserved areas.

FLYR

Series A in 2017
FLYR, Inc. is a technology company that develops advanced travel planning and booking solutions specifically for the airline industry. Its core offering, FusionRM, is a revenue management platform that utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making across an airline's commerce funnel. By aggregating data from various sources, FLYR's platform forecasts user demand, enabling airlines to optimize pricing strategies, improve customer experiences through dynamic pricing, and bundle attractive offers for travelers. The platform also provides crucial insights such as sell-out risk, historical pricing trends, and price elasticity predictions, thereby helping clients maximize their revenue potential. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, FLYR also operates an office in Kraków, Poland.

FLYR

Seed Round in 2016
FLYR, Inc. is a technology company that develops advanced travel planning and booking solutions specifically for the airline industry. Its core offering, FusionRM, is a revenue management platform that utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making across an airline's commerce funnel. By aggregating data from various sources, FLYR's platform forecasts user demand, enabling airlines to optimize pricing strategies, improve customer experiences through dynamic pricing, and bundle attractive offers for travelers. The platform also provides crucial insights such as sell-out risk, historical pricing trends, and price elasticity predictions, thereby helping clients maximize their revenue potential. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, FLYR also operates an office in Kraków, Poland.
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