MightyFly: The Female-Founded eVTOL Startup Revolutionizing Autonomous Cargo Delivery

In a world racing toward automation and on-demand convenience, logistics is undergoing a radical transformation—and MightyFly is leading the charge. This San Francisco-based startup is taking flight with a powerful vision: to reshape cargo delivery through autonomous eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft that move goods faster, more sustainably, and at a fraction of traditional costs.

But what sets MightyFly apart? Not just the technology—but the remarkable story behind its founder, and a bold mission that aligns perfectly with the next-generation digital world Ceekers crave.

The Founder: Manal Habib — From MIT to Skies of Innovation

At the heart of MightyFly is Manal Habib, an aerospace engineer and licensed pilot whose path reads like a script from a modern tech epic. With degrees from MIT and Stanford, and prior work in flight control systems at Zipline (a leader in drone-based medical delivery), Habib had one core realization: the middle mile of logistics was broken.

Big companies focused on either the last mile or long-haul transport, but few were tackling the gap in between—especially not with autonomy and aerial innovation. So, in 2019, Habib co-founded MightyFly to fill that void.

“I wanted to build something that truly scales—something that doesn’t just digitize logistics but revolutionizes how we think about cargo movement,” she shared in a recent interview.

With that vision, she assembled a team of aerospace pioneers, engineers, and futurists.

The Tech: Meet the MightyFly Cento

At the core of the company’s innovation is its aircraft—the Cento, now in its third generation.

Cento Specs at a Glance:

               •             Payload: Up to 100 pounds (45 kg)

               •             Range: 600 miles (965 km)

               •             Cruise Speed: 150 mph (240 km/h)

               •             Cargo Bay: Fits up to 212 small packages

               •             Autonomous Loading: Its proprietary ALMS (Autonomous Load Mastering System) handles loading/unloading

The hybrid-electric propulsion means it’s not only efficient but capable of delivering goods between cities, remote areas, or isolated hubs—without a pilot or runway. It’s perfect for industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and e-commerce.

“The Cento isn’t just a drone. It’s a flying logistics hub,” says Habib.

Mission: Speed. Scale. Sustainability.

MightyFly’s mission is as bold as its tech:

               •             Fast: Deliver same-day cargo anywhere within 600 miles

               •             Affordable: Reduce logistics costs through automation and direct routes

               •             Low Emissions: Hybrid-electric design that cuts down the carbon footprint of middle-mile transport

This is not just about tech—it’s about democratizing logistics access and empowering businesses, governments, and even humanitarian organizations with real-time delivery options.

Regulatory Milestones & Partnerships

In 2024, MightyFly achieved a major breakthrough: FAA approval for a dedicated flight corridor between two California airports—New Jerusalem and Byron. This corridor allows for BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) testing, an essential step toward full autonomy and regulatory clearance for commercial operations.

MightyFly is also supported by:

               •             $5.1M in Seed Funding: From 500 Startups, At One Ventures, Global Founders Capital

               •             Government Grants: $150K grant from Michigan Mobility Platform

               •             U.S. Air Force AFWERX Program: Exploring defense logistics applications

With these partnerships, the company is bridging the gap between civil, commercial, and government sectors.

Why Ceekers Should Watch MightyFly

For Ceekers—trailblazers in the worlds of tech, innovation, immersive entertainment, and Web3—MightyFly is more than just a drone startup. It represents the future of intelligent infrastructure, where automation, airspace, and data converge.

               •             Creator economies need fast global logistics—especially for merchandise, digital hardware, and drop-shipping.

               •             Blockchain supply chains are only as powerful as the physical layer beneath them—and MightyFly offers that reliability.

               •             Sustainability advocates will love the hybrid-electric impact.

               •             Tech founders and investors should keep an eye on MightyFly’s scalable model and military-grade vision.

Looking to the Skies Ahead

MightyFly is currently preparing for commercial launches, with plans to obtain FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certification. Once certified, they’ll be able to offer real-time autonomous delivery services—forever changing how we move goods through the air.

So whether you’re a logistics lover, future-tech enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates visionary leadership—MightyFly is a name worth following.

For more information, check out their official site: www.mightyfly.com

PhotoCredit:  MightyFly