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APR 7, 2026
TechCrunch
Hermeus raises $350M to build unmanned hypersonic fighters
Hermeus, a defense startup, has secured $350 million in funding, pushing its valuation to $1 billion. With the funding, Hermeus plans to further develop its unmanned hypersonic aircraft and expand its manufacturing capabilities. The company is also working with RTX subsidiary Pratt & Whitney to modi
Hermeus, a defense startup, has secured $350 million in funding, pushing its valuation to $1 billion. With the funding, Hermeus plans to further develop its unmanned hypersonic aircraft and expand its manufacturing capabilities. The company is also working with RTX subsidiary Pratt & Whitney to modify an engine for their aircraft, which has already undergone successful test flights and is aimed at achieving supersonic speeds.
