Flapper Overview
- Year Founded
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2016
- Status
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Private
- Employees
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53
- Latest Deal Type
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Later Stage VC
- Latest Deal Amount
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$916K
- Investors
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12
Flapper General Information
Description
Operator of an on-demand private jet and helicopter charter platform intended to simplify air travel through real-time booking and access to certified aircraft. The company offers proprietary booking technology, ownership of an air carrier certificate, and partnerships with eVTOL manufacturers, enabling high-net-worth individuals and corporate travelers greater flexibility, safety, and a pathway toward sustainable urban air mobility.
Contact Information
Website
www.flyflapper.comCorporate Office
- Rua Boaventura 2312
- Hangar 7 - Black
- Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais 31270-310
- Brazil
Corporate Office
- Rua Boaventura 2312
- Hangar 7 - Black
- Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais 31270-310
- Brazil
Flapper Timeline
Flapper Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Raised to Date | Post-Val | Status | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7. Later Stage VC | 20-Jan-2026 | $916K | Completed | Generating Revenue | ||
| 6. Equity Crowdfunding | 30-Jun-2025 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 5. Later Stage VC (Series A2) | 17-Nov-2022 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 4. Later Stage VC (Series A1) | 01-Mar-2021 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 3. Equity Crowdfunding | 16-Nov-2020 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 2. Seed Round | 03-Nov-2017 | $936K | $1.01M | Completed | Generating Revenue | |
| 1. Accelerator/Incubator | 10-Oct-2016 | $76.8K | $76.8K | Completed | Startup |
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Flapper Comparisons
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Flapper Competitors (9)
One of Flapper’s 9 competitors is Fly Victor, a Private Equity-Backed company based in London, United Kingdom.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fly Victor | Private Equity-Backed | London, United Kingdom | ||||
| Aero (Air) | Venture Capital-Backed | Los Angeles, CA | ||||
| Air Charter Service | Private Equity-Backed | Surbiton, United Kingdom | ||||
| Wheels Up Experience | Formerly VC-backed | New York, NY | ||||
| Surf Air Mobility | Formerly VC-backed | Addison, TX |
Flapper Signals
Flapper Investors (12)
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahalo Ventures (Porto Alegre) | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| Arien Invest Resource Management | Infrastructure | Minority | ||
| Brazilian Development Bank | Limited Partner | Minority | ||
| DXA Gestão De Investimentos | Asset Manager | Minority | ||
| Investidores.vc | Angel Group | Minority |
Flapper Acquisitions (1)
Flapper’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with BLACK Aviação - Táxi Aéreo. The deal was made on 22-Aug-2025.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK Aviação - Táxi Aéreo | 22-Aug-2025 | Merger/Acquisition | Air |
Flapper Affiliates
Subsidiaries (1)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK Aviação - Táxi Aéreo | Belo Horizonte, Brazil | 2017 |
Flapper FAQs
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When was Flapper founded?
Flapper was founded in 2016.
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Where is Flapper headquartered?
Flapper is headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
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What is the size of Flapper?
Flapper has 53 total employees.
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What industry is Flapper in?
Flapper’s primary industry is Air.
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Is Flapper a private or public company?
Flapper is a Private company.
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What is Flapper’s current revenue?
The current revenue for Flapper is .
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How much funding has Flapper raised over time?
Flapper has raised $6.24M.
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Who are Flapper’s investors?
Mahalo Ventures (Porto Alegre), Arien Invest Resource Management, Brazilian Development Bank, DXA Gestão De Investimentos, and Investidores.vc are 5 of 12 investors who have invested in Flapper.
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Who are Flapper’s competitors?
Fly Victor, Aero (Air), Air Charter Service, Wheels Up Experience, and Surf Air Mobility are some of the 9 competitors of Flapper.
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