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Blade
AddedFeb 19, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Blade

Blade

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BLADE: A tech-powered aviation company offering cost-effective, on-demand air travel solutions.

HQ
New York City, NY, US
Founded
2014
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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.

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Blade - Quick Facts

Who are Blade's competitors?

Companies similar to Blade include AeroVanti, KinectAir, Flewber and Wheels Up Experience.

When was Blade founded?

Blade was founded in 2014.

Where is Blade's headquarters located?

Blade's headquarters is located in New York City, NY, US.

How much has Blade raised to-date?

As of Jan 18, 2023, Blade has raised a total of $175M (USD).

How many employees does Blade have?

Blade has 246 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Blade - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Transportation
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Air Travel
  • Charter
Tags
  • SaaS
  • Travel
NAICS
  • 481000Air Transportation
  • 481100Scheduled Air Transportation
  • 481110Scheduled Air Transportation
  • 481111Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation
  • 480000Transportation and Warehousing
SIC
  • 4500Transportation By Air
  • 4520Air Transportation, Nonscheduled
  • 4522Air Transportation, Nonscheduled
ISIC
  • 5110Passenger air transport
  • 5120Freight air transport
  • 8690Other human health activities
Show 19 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 481200Nonscheduled Air Transportation
  • 481210Nonscheduled Air Transportation
  • 481211Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation
  • 481212Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation
  • 481219Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation
  • 487000Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation
  • 487900Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other
  • 487990Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other
  • 621000Ambulatory Health Care Services
  • 621900Other Ambulatory Health Care Services
  • 621910Ambulance Services
  • 620000Health Care and Social Assistance
SIC
  • 4510Air Transportation, Scheduled, And Air Courier Services
  • 4512Air Transportation, Scheduled
  • 4700Transportation Services
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
  • 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
  • 4720Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation
  • 4729Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation, Not Elsewhere Classified