WHERE SOLUTIONS TAKE FLIGHT
WHERE SOLUTIONS TAKE FLIGHT
MightyFly is remaking the future of logistics with large autonomous cargo aircraft. Our team of forward-thinking engineers is developing patent-pending autonomous hybrid eVTOL aircraft with payload of up to 500 pounds, range of up to 1,000 miles, and max cruise speeds of 150 mph. MightyFly provides rapid, resilient, and efficient transportation of cargo for commercial, healthcare, government, and defense customers, enabling time-critical deliveries and mission-critical operations.
October 2019
Founded
- MightyFly is founded in the San Francisco Bay Area to remake the future of logistics.
April 2021
MVP, SAC & Flight
- MightyFly earns Special Airworthiness Certification and performs first flight
December 2022
Cento (2nd gen)
- Cento receive the Special Airworthiness Certificate with approval for long range flight and performs its first flight.
January 2024
Cento (3nd gen)
- Cento approved by the FAA with expanded cargo capacity and autonomous loading/unloading
May 2025
USAF Autonomous Demo
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Cento funded demo to the US Air Force showcasing autonomous flight, loading and uploading.
AND BEYOND 2026
$50M Signed Contract
- MightyFly signs a $50M, five-year healthcare logistics contract to expand access to rapid diagnostic testing
October 2019
Founded
- MightyFly is founded in the San Francisco Bay Area to remake the future of logistics.
April 2021
MVP, SAC & Flight
- MightyFly earns Special Airworthiness Certification and performs first flight
December 2022
Cento (2nd gen)
- Cento receive the Special Airworthiness Certificate with approval for long range flight and performs its first flight.
January 2024
Cento (3nd gen)
- Cento approved by the FAA with expanded cargo capacity and autonomous loading/unloading
May 2025
USAF Autonomous Demo
-
Cento funded demo to the US Air Force showcasing autonomous flight, loading and uploading.
AND BEYOND 2026
$50M Signed Contract
- MightyFly signs a $50M, five-year healthcare logistics contract to expand access to rapid diagnostic testing
Our LEADERSHIP
Manal Habib
Manal Habib is the CEO and founder of MightyFly. A graduate from both MIT and Stanford, Habib has developed a strong technical background in aerospace engineering. She previously specialized in flight controls and developed the first robust commercial flight controller. Manal is also a private pilot and in the process of building her own airplane. Her passion for aerospace, vision for a better world, and determination make her a motivated and unstoppable entrepreneur and leader.
Damen Cheung
Damen Cheung is the Head of Software and Avionics at MightyFly. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Georgia Tech and has 23 years of experience in autonomy, flight software and avionics integration. He previously led numerous software teams at Boeing across various military and commercial aviation programs. His specializations include real-time embedded software, hardware/software integration, automated testing, communication networks, and safety critical systems.
Steve Wollenberg
Steve Wollenberg is the Chief Commercial Officer at MightyFly. He brings over 30 years of experience in business development, sales, operations, and engineering in the robotics, mobility, and renewable energy sectors. Steve is a serial entrepreneur, having co-founded and grown 4 start-ups in silicon valley, with successful exits and partnerships.
Brendan Szuwalski
Brendan Szuwalski is the Head of Airframe at MightyFly. He holds a Master’s Degree in Vehicle Engineering from TU Delft and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Johns Hopkins. He has worked in the development of three aircraft projects, from design to autonomous flight, in the Part 103 ultralight and Class 3 UAV categories. His specialties include primary structures, mechanisms, and powertrain development.
MARCUS Blechschmidt
Dr. Markus Blechschmidt is the Lead Aircraft Designer at MightyFly and holds a doctorate in Aerodynamics from the Technical University of Berlin. His background includes projects ranging from A350 landing gear certification and take-off and landing optimization for modern subsonic aircraft, to the manipulation of turbulent boundary layers via active flow control and the design of a flying car. He played an integral role in the development of the TriFan600, a VTOL-capable business jet. Dr. Blechschmidt’s expertise spans the entire design spectrum—from conceptual to detailed—covering Weight & Balance, Flight Mechanics, Aerodynamics, and Performance. Additionally, he is trained in Communications and Project Management by the Airbus Group.
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