LONG BEACH, CA, Jan 21, 2026 – JetZero has raised about $175 million in a Series B round led by B Capital. The financing includes United Airlines Ventures, Northrop Grumman, 3M Ventures, Trucks VC, Marlinspike, and RTX Ventures. With grants, incentives, and commercial commitments, JetZero has secured more than $1.0 billion.
JetZero aims to fly its full-size Demonstrator prototype in 2027. The new funding should speed up the work, supporting a design that targets at least a 30% aerodynamics improvement over conventional tube-and-wing aircraft.
“The strength and diversity of our investor base reflects the momentum behind JetZero and the industry’s readiness to reshape the future of aviation,” said Tom O’Leary, JetZero co-founder and CEO. “This round brings together key strategic partners across the value chain from demand to supply to implementation, including United Airlines Ventures and RTX Ventures, as well as longtime supporters of JetZero from our Series A financing and a new, lead investor in B Capital, focused on innovative, resilient technology. Together, we are delivering an efficient aircraft that elevates the passenger experience, drives American leadership in advanced manufacturing and exports, and strengthens the aviation supply chain.”
“JetZero is redefining aviation with its all-wing aircraft, setting a new benchmark for efficiency, cost, and the passenger experience,” said Jeff Johnson, general partner at B Capital. “As aviation faces rising emissions and fuel costs, the need for a step change in efficiency has never been greater. JetZero is positioned to reshape the industry, and we’re proud to partner with the team as they advance this groundbreaking technology.”
Source: JetZero
About JetZero
JetZero is a U.S.-based aerospace company focused on the design and development of advanced aircraft platforms. Founded in 2021, the company is headquartered in Long Beach, California, United States. JetZero develops blended-wing body aircraft concepts for commercial aviation, defense, and government applications. Its work includes full aircraft design, systems integration, and manufacturing planning. The company serves customers across the airline industry, defense sector, and aerospace supply chain. JetZero collaborates with commercial carriers, government agencies, and industrial partners on research, development, and demonstration programs. Its primary programs target fuel efficiency, range, and payload improvements for future aircraft fleets. JetZero supports both civilian and military use cases through configurable airframe designs. The company funds its operations through private investment, government grants, incentives, and commercial commitments. JetZero continues development of large-scale demonstrator aircraft in the United States.