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Natilus secures $3.5 million Air Force contract for blended wing body aircraft development.
Oct 23, 2026
Contract Type
contract
San DiegoOtherAerospace
Description
The Air Force has awarded Natilus a $3.5 million contract to support the development of a blended wing body (BWB) aircraft intended for military cargo transport. This investment aims to de-risk key technologies and assist in achieving a first flight for the KONA aircraft by late next year or early 2028.
Company Information
Company
Natilus
Location
San Diego, California, United States
About
Natilus is an aviation company focused on the development of hyper-efficient blended-wing-body aircraft. Their innovative designs significantly reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions, aimed at addressing global aircraft demand. With a strong order book and patents secured, Natilus is positioned to transform the air freight and commercial aviation markets. The company's technologies enable greater efficiency and operational cost reductions.