In a landmark moment for the aerospace and electric mobility industries, Beta Technologies made its public market debut on Tuesday, soaring into the spotlight after raising $1 billion in an upsized initial public offering (IPO). The Vermont-based electric aircraft and propulsion systems manufacturer was advised by Kirkland & Ellis LLP, while Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP represented the underwriters.
The company, backed by private equity powerhouse TPG, priced 29.9 million shares at $34 apiece, above its initial target, reflecting strong investor appetite for clean aviation technology. Shares began trading under the ticker symbol “BETA” on the New York Stock Exchange, with the offering set to close Wednesday.
At pricing, Beta Technologies achieved a fully diluted market value of $8.3 billion, positioning it as one of the most valuable next-generation aviation startups to go public.
A Vision to Electrify the Skies
Founded in 2018, Beta Technologies is racing to revolutionize aviation through high-performance electric aircraft and advanced propulsion systems. Its technologies extend beyond flight — the company also produces charging systems and key electric components, laying the groundwork for a vertically integrated ecosystem of sustainable aerospace solutions.
In its filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Beta said its scalable designs could power a variety of missions across cargo, logistics, defense, passenger transport, and even medical operations.
“We are redefining the aerospace industry,” the company declared. “Our simplified approach to designing electric aircraft allows us to serve diverse markets and mission types using the same core technologies.”
