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The three of us lived in Silicon Valley, New York, and Munich. What united us wasn’t geography—it was India. Like my co-founders Shivam Chauhan and Rakesh Gaonkar, I always wanted to change the future for the better. But we realized that the ‘developed West’ didn’t hold the same potential for true, transformational impact. The largest economy in history wasn’t in the West—it was right here, in India. So we left behind what we knew, packed our visions, and came to India with a mission: to build the mass mobility backbone for a Viksit Bharat. 🇮🇳 Fast forward, and today Sarla Aviation is no longer just an idea. We’re a team of 20 brilliant individuals, including talent from Joby Aviation, Lilium, and Volocopter, all working together to shape the future of flying taxies in India. In less than a year, we’ve built something beyond my wildest expectations, and I couldn’t be more grateful to work alongside such a dedicated, inspiring group and Co-Founders - wouldn’t want to do this with anyone else Shivam Chauhan Rakesh Gaonkar This journey has only just begun. #ViksitBharat #eVTOL #MobilityRevolution #SarlaAviation
It's amazing to see your trying to bring change and new technology loved to be part of your team one day Adrian Schmidt 😀 🙌
You're on to something really big. All the best!
Blessed to have a wonderful team who didn’t just believe in the idea of Sarla Aviation but also firm believer of Viksit Bharat 🇮🇳 Sarla Aviation is not just a startup for us instead we feel it’s our duty towards India.
Transportation has long been a major concern in most urban cities, especially in Bangalore, India, where traffic congestion and commuting challenges have reached critical levels. I am eagerly looking forward to seeing "Sarla Ride" provide an innovative solution to address these pressing issues.
Keep growing 🌟
Dream team dawg 🪔 keep growingg
Count me in for Beta users program!
Hi Adrian, Ich hoffe, es geht dir gut. It was indeed a great pleasure to know about the Air Taxi project which is not less than a fantasy. Appreciate your 'Out of the Box' idea which is the Need of the Hour for big and congested cities like Bangalore. This will indeed be a game changer which will deeply impact the future of humaity in the years to come. Can imagine the amount of time, energy, efforts, traffic (stress, trauma and the related healtch conditions arising from it) and of course the money part too, which one can save. Bangalore is a thriving city and this will also help 'Not To Reduce The Regional Economic Health'. This is really a boon for the Bangaloreans who can avail this. They will always bless you and won't be able to thank you enough for this. Wenn Sie mir erlauben, kann ich etwas sinnvolleres und froemmigkeitsorientierteres vorschlagen, das einen tieferen einfluss auf die zukunft der menschheit haben koennte. Wishing you all the very best and lots of success for this project. If given an opportunity, I will be very gald to be a part of your projects. Ich wuerde mich freuen, von Ihnen zu hoeren. MfG, Kiran Bangalore mob: 7259378146
Hi Adrian Schmidt , I am truly impressed with the recent progress and updates from the company. The business model, particularly the comparison of travel costs per person (against OLA SUV) and the capacity of each aircraft (6+1 passengers), is compelling. Given my background in the same industry and your expertise in the eVTOL sector, I am eager to learn more about the following: Many eVTOL companies are currently in a phase of 'firefighting,' as they work through challenges related to propulsion systems, aircraft certification, and market entry. In your view, what are the key lessons that Sarla Aviation has taken to heart? Furthermore, how is the company leveraging these lessons to provide a technological edge and stand out in this competitive landscape? Would love to know if Mark Moore has any views on this venture in India.
Co-Founder & CEO at Sarla Aviation
4moWe are hiring and we consider every application even if it takes time to review. We get lots of amazing talent applying every day. Please hang in there and consider the following: For all Software/Programming/Powertrain/Battery/Electronics related roles please connect to Shivam Chauhan our Chief Innovation Officer - for all Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aero/Structures/and more connect to Rakesh Gaonkar our Chief Technology Officer - and for the business folks, connect to me :)