Founded in 2018 by AJ Piplica, Skyler Shuford, Glenn Case, and Mike Smayda, Hermeus Corporation is an American aerospace startup based in Atlanta, Georgia. The company’s core mission is to operationalize hypersonic aircraft, aiming to revolutionize air travel with Mach 5 capable commercial airliners. Hermeus focuses on developing multiple dual-use aircraft, including products like Chimera, Quarterhorse, Darkhorse, and Halcyon, designed to drastically reduce flight times and enhance global connectivity.
Hermeus has garnered significant attention and investment, notably receiving an initial funding round led by Khosla Ventures and raising $100 million in March 2022. The company’s leadership team includes notable figures such as CEO AJ Piplica and CTO Glenn Case. Hermeus has made substantial progress in the aerospace industry, contributing to advancements in hypersonic technology and positioning itself as a key player in the future of high-speed air travel.
