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Pyka Inc.
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2026
11 June

ReleasePyka's DropShip unlocks fully autonomous low-altitude airdrop capability for military logistics

27 April

ReleasePyka's autonomous DropShip completes first flight

2025
13 October

ReleasePyka expands into defense sector with DropShip UAS platform

13 February The Pelican 2 is the world’s largest and most productive autonomous electric agricultural aircraft.

Pyka introduces Pelican 2 with expanded payload and FAA approval

The upgraded autonomous agricultural aircraft features a 300-litre capacity, FAA commercial authorisation and a major order in Brazil for large-scale operations.

2024
23 September

ReleasePyka secures $40M Series B to advance commercialization of dual-use autonomous electric aircraft

6 May

ReleasePyka and SNC partner to offer large-scale all-electric cargo UAS to U.S. Department of Defense

2023
7 September

ReleasePyka and Dole successfully complete trial phase of autonomous spray aircraft

3 May

ReleaseOakland-based Pyka awarded $7 million California Tax Credit to expand manufacturing of zero-emission autonomous aircraft

2 February The Pyka Pelican.

Flight testing puts cargo UAV on track for commercial ops

Following the commercial success of its agricultural spray aircraft, which led to a $37 million Series A raise in April 2022, Pyka has secured pre-commitments of over 80 orders and options for its Pelican Cargo.

2021
7 October The Pelican is already flying for customers in Central America.

EmbraerX teams up with Pyka to place Pelican in Brazil

EmbraerX and Pyka intend to concentrate joint efforts on getting the Pelican into the precision agricultural sector, particularly across Brazil. It already has a presence in Central America.

18 August The P3 will use a unique, patented propulsion system that utilises fixed pitch folding propellers in a pusher puller configuration.

Pyka brings in automotive expert as the P3 takes shape

Agricultural spray drone-maker Pyka has spent over four years working on a larger aircraft for cargo and passenger missions. Now it has appointed former Ford man Dan Grossman to preside over its development.