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Thermopylae Aerospace completes a demonstration of its SPART interceptor for the U.S. Air Force's Game of Drones 26-2 event. Founded by Yehor Balytskyi, the California-based startup raised $1.6 million in pre-seed funding.
PRIVATEAug 15, 2026•about 15 hours ago
Amount Raised
$1.6 Million
Round Type
Seed
CaliforniaAerospaceInvestors
Ua1Naval Ravikant
Description
Thermopylae Aerospace demonstrated its SPART interceptor at Edwards Air Force Base and briefed senior Air Force leadership. The startup aims to counter larger drone threats with its new system, which is designed for integration on various platforms. Founded by a young Ukrainian engineer, the company received significant early-stage funding to develop its technology. This successful demonstration is a crucial step in showcasing their capabilities to the U.S
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