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SICDRONE develops supermaneuverable and multimodular commercial-grade drone systems. The company specializes in aggressive design and advanced manufacturing, utilizing proprietary flight control software and aggressive flight dynamics. Their technology focuses on creating highly stable unmanned aerial systems capable of demanding commercial applications.
The company was founded in January 2016 by Daniel Bosch, an aerospace engineer. Bosch launched SICDRONE with an unprecedented and aggressive approach to small unmanned aerial system design, aiming to push the boundaries of drone capabilities for rigorous commercial use cases.
SICDRONE's products attract significant interest from city, state, and federal government agencies, first responders, and inspection service providers. The company envisions becoming the leading provider of ultimate commercial-grade drone systems, continuously advancing the capabilities of unmanned aircraft for critical, high-performance operational environments.
SICDRONE has raised $130K across 1 funding round.
SICDRONE has raised $130K in total across 1 funding round.
SICDRONE has raised $130K in total across 1 funding round.
SICDRONE's investors include Kompas VC.
SICDRONE is a technology company that manufactures high-speed, supermaneuverable unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), also known as drones, capable of exceeding 100 mph while carrying payloads of 5 to 25 lbs.[1][2] These drones serve first responders, government agencies, commercial enterprises, and military organizations, solving critical problems in search and rescue, inspections, security, asset monitoring, tactical operations, offshore wind farm inspections, and data collection in harsh environments like wind gusts over 50 mph.[1][2][3] The company emphasizes US-manufactured products using "BLUE" compliant components from non-adversarial countries, ensuring regulatory compliance and security.[1] With funding under $100K, SICDRONE shows early-stage growth through facility expansions and partnerships, including a new 6,000 sq ft manufacturing site at Scappoose Airport in Oregon announced in 2022 for military, wind farm, and first responder applications.[4]
Founded in 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts, by CEO Daniel Bosch, SICDRONE began as a startup accepted into the Jaguar Land Rover Tech Incubator program in Portland, Oregon.[2][4] Bosch, highlighting the company's focus on the fastest industry drones with multimodular and supermaneuverable features, later relocated operations to the greater Boston area via Techstars and AFWERX opportunities before planning a return to Oregon.[4] A pivotal moment came in July 2022 with the announcement of a new manufacturing facility at Scappoose Airport, signaling expansion with plans to hire 5-10 engineers and support staff for advanced UAS design and production.[4] This move underscores SICDRONE's evolution from incubator-backed startup to a player targeting serious commercial and government missions.[2][4]
SICDRONE rides the surging demand for advanced UAVs in defense, public safety, and renewable energy, where high-speed, rugged drones address gaps in rapid response and data collection amid rising geopolitical tensions and infrastructure needs.[1][2][4] Timing aligns with US policies favoring domestic drone production (e.g., "BLUE" standards) and market growth in offshore wind and wildfire management, positioning SICDRONE against competitors like Robodub and Parallel Flight Technologies.[2] By expanding manufacturing in Oregon and leveraging test ranges, it bolsters the US drone ecosystem, creating jobs and supporting allied supply chains while influencing adoption in first-responder and military programs.[4]
SICDRONE's trajectory points to scaled production from its Scappoose facility, potential defense contracts, and hires in engineering to fuel R&D for even faster, more autonomous UAS.[4] Trends like hybrid propulsion, AI integration, and expanded commercial uses (e.g., wind farms, logistics) will shape its path, amplifying influence in secure, high-stakes drone markets.[2] As domestic manufacturing gains priority, SICDRONE could emerge as a key innovator, delivering the speed and reliability that redefine missions from rescue to reconnaissance—echoing its promise as the industry's fastest platform.[1][4]
SICDRONE has raised $130K across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $130K Seed in April 2016.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2016 | $130K Seed | Kompas VC |