Investment of $13 Million Secured by FlyGuys for Growth and Expansion
FlyGuys Secures $13 Million in Funding for Global Expansion of Drone Services Platform
FlyGuys, a North American startup dubbed as the "Uber for drone pilots," is on a strong growth trajectory within the drone services industry. The company recently secured $13 million in funding, aimed at scaling its global drone services platform [1].
Based in North America, FlyGuys connects licensed drone operators with commercial clients in various industries, including construction, insurance, real estate, and agriculture [2]. The platform automates operational elements such as regulatory compliance checks, flight scheduling, and post-mission data delivery, making it easier for businesses to access aerial data services [3].
The funding round underscores investor belief in the growing demand for streamlined aerial data solutions. With the new capital, FlyGuys plans to expand into Latin America and selected European regions [1]. This expansion will be supported by technology upgrades and new service offerings [4].
FlyGuys' vision is to make drone services as accessible and scalable as ride-hailing apps, empowering both businesses and pilots with a centralized, efficient platform [5]. The company has rapidly expanded its pilot network across the U.S. and serves national and regional clients, particularly those needing multi-location drone services [6].
Over the past year, FlyGuys has seen a surge in mission volume and forged strategic partnerships with enterprise users [6]. The company integrates quality control and analytics tools that ensure repeatable, reliable results across large-scale projects [3].
FlyGuys' CEO, Jacob Stoner, is a licensed commercial drone operator in Canada and a highly respected figure within the drone community. Stoner is passionate about the potential societal impact of drone technology advancements [7].
The investment will enable deeper integrations with national aviation authorities for automated compliance with region-specific drone laws, a key barrier in expanding drone services internationally [1]. FlyGuys' mission is to simplify aerial data collection by offering an on-demand network of certified drone pilots [8]. The platform dynamically matches clients with drone pilots based on mission type, geography, and availability [8].
As the commercial drone market continues to grow, with projections reaching $22.55 billion by 2026 in the U.S. alone [2], FlyGuys is emerging as a global leader in on-demand aerial data solutions. The company is uniquely positioned to shape the next wave of drone operations as it expands its reach and deepens platform capabilities [4].
Technology advancements will support FlyGuys' expansion across Latin America and selected European regions, as the platform's automation features, such as regulatory compliance checks and flight scheduling, will be further enhanced [4]. The company's vision is to make drone services as technology-driven as ride-hailing apps, providing businesses with streamlined aerial data solutions [5].
