StartupCaliforniaLast reviewed September 2026

Natilus

Developing blended-wing-body aircraft for air freight (KONA) and passenger travel (HORIZON EVO).

Overview

Natilus is a San Diego-based aircraft developer working on blended-wing-body designs that increase internal volume and reduce fuel consumption compared to conventional tube-and-wing aircraft. The company has two product lines: KONA, a freighter purpose-built for cargo operations, and HORIZON EVO, a larger aircraft designed for passenger airline service.

AI Outlook

Adopting

Natilus integrates AI into its autonomous flight systems and logistics optimization for unmanned cargo aircraft operations.

Student Hiring

Entry-Level Friendly