SkyGrid

SkyGrid functions as a software-defined airspace management platform developer, positioned as a Tier 1 service provider in the unmanned traffic management (UTM) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sectors. The organisation focuses on integrating autonomous flight operations into existing national airspace structures through a high-integrity data exchange layer that monitors weather, regulatory constraints, and vehicle health in real-time. Formed as a joint venture between The Boeing Company and SparkCognition, the organisation serves commercial drone operators, delivery services, and regional aviation authorities. Its core product, AerialOS, is designed to automate mission planning and deconfliction for autonomous aircraft. The platform is intended to support a diverse range of unmanned systems, from small tactical drones to larger electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles currently in development. Prospective partners should verify the specific regulatory certifications held by the platform within their local aviation authority's jurisdiction, such as FAA or EASA compliance levels. Buyers must also confirm the hardware compatibility of their existing fleet with the SkyGrid API and evaluate the cybersecurity protocols governing the command-and-control links between the ground station and the air vehicle.