Airware

[5] The company produced enterprise drones which combine hardware, on-aircraft and mobile software, and cloud services.

Downey has stated the company is focused on building systems for drones for commercial uses, including anti-poaching efforts, infrastructure inspections, and precision agriculture.

In March 2016, the company announced a $30 million Series C round of financing led by Next World Capital with Andreessen Horowitz, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Cisco Systems executive chairman John T.

[14] Where most software is designed for specific models of drones, Airware was developing a platform that enables compatibility across aircraft.

[15] The company previously collaborated with commercial drone manufacturers to integrate its autopilot hardware and software, then consulted directly with enterprise clients to identify solutions and to ensure regulatory compliance.