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246 employees
BLADE: A tech-powered aviation company offering cost-effective, on-demand air travel solutions.
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Founded
2014
Blade is a technology-powered aviation company founded in May 2014 by Rob Wiesenthal and Steve Martocci. Headquartered in New York City, Blade offers cost-effective, on-demand air travel solutions, including helicopter transfers, charters, and scheduled air services. The company aims to reduce travel friction by providing efficient air transportation alternatives.
Blade has achieved significant milestones, including a revenue of $146.1 million in 2022 and employing 246 people. The company is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker BLDE. Key figures include Rob Wiesenthal, Melissa Tomkiel, Will Heyburn, and Amir Cohen. Blade continues to impact the transportation industry by leveraging technology for better air travel experiences.
Operating Status
Active
Ownership Type(s)
Public
Main Product(s)
Air Travel, Charter
Technology
Transportation
Tags
SaaS, Travel
Model Types
Platform
Revenue Type(s)
Transactional
Customer Type(s)
Consumers
Geographic Exposure
United States
When was Blade founded?
Blade was founded in 2014.
Where is Blade's headquarters located?
Blade's headquarters is located in DE, US.
How many employees does Blade have?
Blade has 246 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.
How much has Blade raised to-date?
As of July 05, 2023, Blade has raised a total of $175M (USD) since Jan 18, 2023.
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Total Raised to Date
$175M
USD
Last Update Jan 18, 2023
Current Employees
246
Last updated: Feb 6, 2024
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