May 30, 2025 1:05 PM
ALTI's transition to electric drones aims to simplify operations and reduce costs, while addressing the real-world needs of users in challenging environments.
Most drones promise long endurance or easy takeoff, but rarely both.
South African startup ALTI set out to change that with a rugged, hybrid VTOL that combines electric lift with fuel-powered flight. Now, it’s going fully electric, betting that simplicity, reliability, and customization will win in the world’s harshest environments.
In this episode of Defense Disruptors, we speak with CEO Ian Share about building drones for border patrol, conservation, and conflict zones — and why the market doesn’t need more drones, just smarter ones.
Read the full episode on NextGen Defense: Defense Disruptors: ALTI's Playbook for Surviving the Drone Startup Shakeout
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