Key Takeaways
- Pyka has entered into a distribution agreement with Synerjet for 60 Pelican 2 aircraft.
- The partnership makes Synerjet the company’s first authorized distributor in Brazil.
- Deliveries are scheduled to begin in August 2025.
- The Pelican 2 aircraft is designed for autonomous, electric crop protection.
- Synerjet will provide sales, training, and technical support for Brazilian customers.
Pyka Expands Reach with Synerjet Partnership in Brazil
Pyka, a company specializing in autonomous electric aircraft, has signed an agreement with Synerjet, a Latin American aircraft dealer and aviation services provider. The agreement includes the sale of 60 Pelican 2 aircraft and marks the company’s first authorized distribution partnership in Brazil.
Executives from both companies met at Pyka’s headquarters in Alameda, California, to formalize the partnership and discuss plans for deployment in Brazil. Deliveries of the aircraft are expected to begin in August 2025.
“Brazil is a global powerhouse in agricultural production and we’re proud to support its growers with technology that’s been proven in the field,” said Michael Norcia, CEO of Pyka. “With deep local knowledge and a strong commercial track record, Synerjet is a great partner for this next phase of our growth.”
Features and Intended Use of the Pelican 2 Aircraft
The Pelican 2 is Pyka’s second-generation autonomous crop protection aircraft. It is designed for fixed-wing aerial spraying and operates without an onboard pilot. The aircraft is currently in use in Brazil, Central America, and the United States for agricultural purposes.
The platform is built to conduct spraying operations during both daytime and nighttime and is intended to offer an alternative to conventional piloted aircraft. According to Pyka, the aircraft is used across a range of commercial farming operations.
Synerjet to Support Adoption in Brazilian Market
Under the terms of the agreement, Synerjet will handle sales, training, and support services for growers adopting the Pelican 2 platform in Brazil. The company, which has experience in aviation services in the region, will be responsible for ensuring local customers are equipped to operate and maintain the aircraft.
The announcement follows previous deployments of Pyka’s technology in other markets and represents an effort to expand its presence in Latin America through partnerships with local firms.
Pyka
Pyka develops autonomous electric aircraft aimed at providing clean, cost-efficient transportation for industrial and agricultural applications. The company manufactures its own flight control software, avionics, electric propulsion systems, and carbon-fiber airframes.
Currently, Pyka serves clients across four continents with aircraft for cargo delivery and crop protection. Its aircraft are designed to improve safety, reduce environmental impact, and provide operational efficiency. Pyka has received regulatory approvals, including from the FAA, to support commercial deployment of its technologies.
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