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Sarla Aviation

Bengaluru, IN · Founded 2023 · 103 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors

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Sarla Aviation develops Shunya, an eVTOL flying taxi designed for affordable mass urban transportation, with cabin configurations for passengers, cargo, and medical response. The company is building this vertical take-off and landing aircraft in Bengaluru, India, targeting urban mobility across India.

Founders & leadership

Sarla Aviation was founded in 2023 by Rakesh Gaonkar and Adrian Schmidt.

RGRakesh Gaonkar
Rakesh GaonkarCo-FounderCo-founder and CTO of Sarla Aviation, Rakesh Gaonkar previously worked in digital design and production engineering on automotive and aviation programs. He now leads the company's engineering, manufacturing, and certification efforts for its eVTOL aircraft development.
ASAdrian Schmidt
Adrian SchmidtCo-Founder & CEO

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Frequently asked questions

What does Sarla Aviation do?
Sarla Aviation develops Shunya, an eVTOL flying taxi designed for affordable mass urban transportation, with cabin configurations for passengers, cargo, and medical response. The company is building this vertical take-off and landing aircraft in Bengaluru, India, targeting urban mobility across India.
Who founded Sarla Aviation?
Sarla Aviation was founded by Rakesh Gaonkar, Adrian Schmidt in 2023.
Who are Sarla Aviation's investors?
Sarla Aviation's investors include Accel, Theia Ventures.
Where is Sarla Aviation headquartered?
Sarla Aviation is headquartered in Bengaluru, IN.