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REGENT

All-electric seagliders for fast, affordable regional transportation 


Company Size

11 - 50 employees

Year Founded

2020


About REGENT

REGENT is building a new mode of transportation that will redefine regional mobility by 2026. Their first product, the seaglider, is an all-electric, hydrofoiling flying-boat that operates within a wingspan of the water's surface. By flying low on a cushion of air, seagliders unlock the ability to fly twice as far as an electric aircraft, while being regulated by maritime authorities enabling market entry for a fraction of the cost.

REGENT has de-risked seaglider technology with a ¼-scale flying demonstration vehicle. By this summer, REGENT will fly humans on the 15,000 lb (7000kg) first full-scale prototype seaglider, which will be the largest electric-flying machine in history.

By late 2026, REGENT’s customers - airlines and ferry companies – will begin commercial seaglider service on the 12-seat initial product. A 100 passenger version, already with firm orders, will follow several years later.

In just four years, REGENT has accumulated >$10B in pre-orders (including firm deposits) from airlines and ferry companies around the world. Currently a team of 100, REGENT is led by MIT-trained, ex-Boeing engineers Billy Thalheimer and Mike Klinker. REGENT has raised over $100M to date from the likes of Founders Fund, Japan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Lockheed Martin, and is on contract with the US Marine Corps.

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Founders & Key People

Michael Klinker

Michael Klinker

Founder, REGENT

Billy Thalheimer

Billy Thalheimer

Founder, REGENT


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Frequently Asked Questions

What industry is REGENT in?

REGENT is in the Aerospace, Cleantech, and Transportation industry.

Who are REGENT's founders and individuals in key leadership positions?

REGENT has 2 founders and people in key management positions. They are:
  • Michael Klinker
  • Billy Thalheimer
  • How long has REGENT been in business?

    REGENT was established in 2020 (5 years in business).

    Is REGENT currently hiring?

    Yes, REGENT is currently hiring for 1 job positions.

    Visit REGENT's Jobs Page to view a list of all open positions.

    Which country is REGENT headquartered in?

    REGENT is based in United States.

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