FlyNow Arabia secures investment
Summary
Together, with the support of our investors and the Saudi government, we are proud to build a new era of clean, quiet, and affordable 3D mobility made in the Kingdom.The FlyNow eCopter, which includes cargo and passenger variants, is fully electric, ultra-lightweight, and offers industry-leading efficiency with operating costs comparable to a taxi ride. The aircraft flies below 55 dB(A), quieter than a household dishwasher, and is designed for automated flight using proven autopilot technology, enabling faster certification and smoother regulatory adoption.In addition to its core models, FlyNow is also developing specialized configurations for firefighting and medevac use cases, extending the impact of 3D mobility into critical public service applications where speed, safety, and precision are essential.The funding supports FlyNow Arabias mission to contribute directly to several key pillars of Vision 2030, including logistics innovation, sustainable industrialization, smart mobility, and regional job creation. Its an ambitious platform built to meet tomorrows challenges, fully aligned with regulation and the aspirations of Vision 2030, and we are happy to be part of this journey, said Waleed Khalil, Managing Partner at Den VC.FlyNow Aviation is revolutionizing the future of urban mobility with its fleet of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft called eCopter. These aircraft are designed to solve the growing issues of urban congestion and environmental degradation by offering an on-demand, fast, and efficient mode of transport.The eCopter family includes one- and two-seater models for personal transportation, a cargo version with a 200 kg payload capable of carrying a standard Euro pallet, as well as dedicated firefighting and rescue models offering maximum flexibility for diverse urban and regional applications.Den VC is a US-based venture capital firm operating across Africa, the Arab region and other emerging markets. With a strong commitment to impact, Den invests in technology-enabled startups that address fundamental needs such as financial inclusion, education, healthcare, womens empowerment, environmental sustainability and job creation.