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Ampaire raises $19M in Series B funding led by DiamondStream Partners, supported by IAG and Alaska Airlines, to advance its hybrid-electric aircraft technology.

PRIVATEAug 19, 2026

Amount Raised

$19 Million

Round Type

Series B

CaliforniaInformation TechnologyAutomotiveAerospace

Investors

Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator Impact FundDiamondStream PartnersInternational Air GroupAlaska AirlinesForward VenturesTechstars VenturesAutodesk Foundation Impact Fund

Description

Californian startup Ampaire has secured $19 million in Series B funding to enhance its hybrid-electric aircraft development. The funds will accelerate the commercial readiness of its AMP-H570 propulsion system, retrofitted into Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft. Ampaire is also participating in the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program to further advance air mobility technologies. Additionally, the startup is exploring hybrid-electric technology applications for ground power units used by aircraft.

Quick answer

Ampaire raised $19 Million in a Series B round, dated August 19, 2026. Investors: Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator Impact Fund, DiamondStream Partners, International Air Group, Alaska Airlines, Forward Ventures, Techstars Ventures and Autodesk Foundation Impact Fund. Ampaire is based in California, United States.

How much did Ampaire raise?
Ampaire raised $19 Million in a Series B round on August 19, 2026.
Who invested in Ampaire?
Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator Impact Fund, DiamondStream Partners, International Air Group, Alaska Airlines, Forward Ventures, Techstars Ventures and Autodesk Foundation Impact Fund are named as investors in this round.
What does Ampaire do?
Ampaire is a Californian startup focused on developing hybrid-electric aircraft.
Where is Ampaire based and how big is it?
Ampaire is based in California, United States. Fundz records about 28 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Ampaire?
Fundz holds 2 contacts at Ampaire, including the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and VP Engineering. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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  • Voltaback raised $3.2M (Seed) on October 1, 2026.
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  • Simple Energy raised $182M (Series C) on September 30, 2026.
  • Blackswan raised $2.9M (Seed) on September 30, 2026.
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Company Information

Company

Ampaire

Location

California, United States

About

Ampaire is a Californian startup focused on developing hybrid-electric aircraft. The company aims to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions by retrofitting existing aircraft with hybrid technology. Their hybrid aircraft, referred to as the 'Eco Caravan', is based on the Cessna Grand Caravan. Ampaire is also involved in developing applications of hybrid-electric technology for aircraft ground power units.

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Timeline to next round
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Series B companies are expected to scale rapidly and expand market reach

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