Poseidon Aerospace raises $60 million for pilotless cargo aircraft
Poseidon Aerospace raised a $60 million Series A led by TQ Ventures after an earlier $11 million seed round. The startup plans its first test flight of a pilotless cargo aircraft by year-end and aims to reduce freight costs by removing pilots. RSS reports do not give the aircraft’s specifications, customers or regulatory pathway.
Why it matters
The financing backs an ambitious attempt to automate large cargo aviation, where certification and safety hurdles remain substantial.
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Part of the September 8, 2026 brief.