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Industry

Aerospace and Aviation

Company Type

hVTOL

Size

$20 Million

Investment Type

Equity

For additional information, please contact:
Gary Levy | Managing Director
(516) 457-0104

Overview

 

Alpine Vertical is raising $20 million of equity to grow its next generation electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

 

  • Designed for safety, efficiency, sustainability and cost effectiveness

 

  • Used for emergency services, vertical flight training, and personal vertical flight

 

  • Leveraging a proven airframe and proprietary vertical lift modifications, Alpine significantly reduces development risks and accelerates time to market (approximately 24-30 months) as compared to competitors building from the ground up and requiring FAA part 135 certification (approximately 7-16 years)

 

  • Management team has significant experience and expertise as leaders in the evolving eVTOL industry

Opportunity/Differentiation

 

  • The global market for eVTOL aircrafts was $1.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $17.7 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 47.5% from 2023 to 2030

 

  • The private eVTOL market alone is expected to see up to 300,000 vehicle shipments between 2025-2050

 

  • Alpine Vertical’s strategic advantage is its use of an existing certified aircraft kit (i.e. experimental amateur-built certification approach), allowing for:
    • reduced regulatory hurdles
    • accelerated time-to-market
    • immediate revenue generation

 

  • Model is more cost-effective than traditional helicopters and many eVTOL competitors, benefiting from a simplified production process using existing supply chains

The Problem

 

  • The vast majority of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) investment has been in the Urban Air Mobility (UAM) sub-segment market

 

  • This has created vehicle concepts that have certain operations in mind and high associated costs

 

  • Typically, a pilot plus 4 passengers result in $3-$5 million vehicle prices

 

  • This has created demand for:
    • lower cost vehicles for the mainstream market
    • enthusiasts and emergency services
    • training systems for pilots

Solution

 

THE ARGON – hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (hVTOL) aircraft – combines electric propulsion with enhanced aerodynamics, offering superior operational safety and efficiency compared to conventional rotorcraft.

 

  • Patent Pending US 17252201 – Electric Vertical Take-off and Landing Blended Wing-Body Aircraft

 

  • Patent Pending US (provisional) 63402950 – Method and Apparatus of a Vertical Takeoff Modular Kit for Attachment to an Aircraft

The Argon

 

  • Two-seat hybrid aircraft – electric lift system w/ Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) cruise

 

  • Vertical take-off and landing: no runway required – land and take-off anywhere

 

  • Useful load: 605 lbs. / Range: 330 nautical miles

  • Cruise speed: 140 mph / Single pilot operation

 

  • Highest level of safety – flyable with 100% power failure

 

  • Ideal air vehicle for emergency services and training aircraft

Competition

 

Business Model/Commercialization Strategy

 

Commercialization Plan:

  1. Initial kit sales and market penetration (2025-2027) – Early revenue generation via experimental amateur-built aircraft, using a third-party kit and retrofitting with our patent pending modifications to convert into an hVTOL. The aircraft will be certified as amateur-built experimental receiving a “Special Airworthiness Certificate” and the steps to certification are easier and much quicker than FAA Part 135 regulations for commercial carriers. Furthermore, this go-to-market strategy provides early cash flow for the company
  2. Full FAA certification and mass production (2027+) – Expanding market reach and scalability
  3. On-demand air mobility services (2028+) – Positioning for the future of air transportation

 

Projected Revenue Milestones:

  • 2026: Scaling production, early adopter deliveries

 

  • 2027: Full commercial market launch

Management

Stephen Tibbitts – CEO and Chairman

Arguably the earliest prognosticator of eVTOL technology as proven in a 2005 NASA SBIR proposal. Four-time serial entrepreneur with multiple exits. Engineer and inventor – founded Silicon Reality, PICCO, FabLab LLC, and RealTool. Held several Director and VP level positions. Holds five US patents and three pending patents. Private pilot and electric vehicle enthusiast. BSEE from Washington State University.

Gurbir Singh- CTO

Engineer, inventor, and former Intel employee for 27 years. Helped invent the multiprocessor technology used in most server systems today, led the development of several processors, and was responsible for the invention of the multiprocessor technology used in most server systems today. Evaluated patents, technology, and companies for acquisition by Intel. Has 29 US and three international patents. Author and co-author of several papers and a book on multiprocessor interconnection technology. Master of Science in electrical engineering from Clemson University. 

Don McLane – VP of Engineering

Worked in both educational and commercial engineering. Thesis was in system identification and has multiple publications. Develops and creates open- source hardware and software. One of the organizers of the Pacific Rim Collegiate CyberDefense Competition. Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Notre Dame.

Sean Solly

In aerospace industry for over 34 years with 22 years in the US Air Force and 12 years in industry.  Multiple assignments flying the E-3, VC-25 and VC-32.  While in the Air Force worked assignments in experimental and developmental flight test, requirements, safety, and line operations.  In industry, worked for several companies with roles in operational concepts, flight deck design and integration, configuration management, program and product management, sales, marketing, and business development. BS in Aerospace Engineering from the US Air Force Academy and MBA from Oklahoma City University.    

  

Specific Risks

 

Capital Intensity and Funding Risks

    • Developing, testing, and manufacturing eVTOLs requires significant capital
    • If the company cannot secure continued funding, it may face liquidity issues, production delays, or insolvency

 

Market Adoption and Infrastructure Challenges

    • Widespread eVTOL adoption depends on consumer acceptance, air traffic management solutions
    • Delays in market acceptance could hinder revenue generation

 

Technological and Supply Chain Risks

    • Battery technology limitations (range, charging time, degradation) impact performance and operational viability
    • Dependence on specialized suppliers for key components (e.g., electric propulsion systems, avionics) creates potential production bottlenecks

 

Competitive and First-Mover Disadvantages

    • Established aerospace giants and well-funded startups (e.g., Joby Aviation, Archer, Beta) already dominate the space
    • Alpine Vertical may struggle to differentiate itself or scale quickly enough to compete effectively

 

Regulatory and Certification Risks

    • eVTOL aircraft must meet stringent aviation safety standards set by regulatory bodies (e.g., FAA, EASA). Delays or failure to obtain certification could push back commercial operations, increasing costs and investor uncertainty

 

Private securities are speculative, illiquid, and carry a high degree of risk – including the loss of the entire investment

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