Natilus designs, builds, tests and sells hyper-efficient blended wing body aircraft for both cargo and passenger applications.
Natilus was founded in San Francisco in 2016 by Aleksey Matyushev and Anatoly Starikov. The company moved its headquarters from San Francisco to San Diego in 2021.
Why are blended wing body aircraft superior to tube and wing aircraft?
Blended wing body (BWB) aircraft outperform traditional tube and wing aircraft in the areas of efficiency, performance, and environmental impact resulting in improved fleet operations while protecting our planet for future generations.
Does Natilus make both cargo and passenger aircraft?
Yes, our first product Kona is designed as a regional cargo aircraft and our second product Horizon is designed to transport 200+ passengers from Los Angeles to Boston or from New York to London.
No, Natilus develops blended wing body aircraft that utilize existing and readily available engine technology produced by today’s leading engine manufacturers.
No, Natilus develops and manufactures aircraft for purchase by global commercial aviation fleets and operators.
Yes, Natilus is an American company based in San Diego, California.
We are developing autonomous flight capabilities for our cargo aircraft Kona to increase asset utilization. We’re not currently looking to implement autonomous operations for passenger aircraft.
Can Natilus aircraft operate on both traditional jet A fuel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)?
Our entire fleet of blended wing body (BWB) aircraft is designed for versatile fuel compatibility. Our aircraft can efficiently operate using either standard Jet A fuel or Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), offering flexibility and environmental consciousness in air transport.
Our aircraft are purposefully engineered to be fully compatible with existing airport infrastructure. This design approach ensures effortless adoption into current commercial aviation operations, eliminating the need for costly modifications or specialized equipment.
