Our Journey
March
2024
2024
FCX Aero Founded
FCX Aero is founded with the mission to develop fixed-wing autonomous aircraft for agriculture, cargo, and defense — built for Brazil's unique conditions.
May
2024
2024
First Private Investment
FCX Aero signs an agreement with private investors to fund the start of Austro's development, enabling the construction of the first prototype.
February
2025
2025
First Austro Flight
FCX Aero conducts the first flight of the Austro prototype, validating the autonomous fixed-wing concept and marking a historic milestone in the aircraft's development.
June
2025
2025
MOU with the Brazilian Air Force
FCX Aero signs a memorandum of understanding with the Brazilian Air Force to develop a military IVR version of the Austro aircraft.
June
2025
2025
Partnership with Senai Cimatec
FCX Aero signs an MOU with Senai Cimatec to join the future Aerospace Technology Park at the former Salvador Air Base, strengthening its innovation ecosystem.
July
2025
2025
Spray System Test
The first Austro prototype successfully completes spray and pulverization system tests, demonstrating its capability for precision agricultural applications.
August
2025
2025
ROTAX Agreement for Austro Powerplant
FCX Aero signs an agreement with ROTAX for the development and supply of the Austro's propulsion system, establishing a strategic partnership with one of the world's leading manufacturers of light aeronautical engines.
October
2025
2025
First Commercial Contract
FCX Aero signs its first contract with an agricultural customer for field tests and operations — a milestone in the transition from development to the real market.
November
2025
2025
Second Prototype Unveiled
The second Austro prototype is presented, incorporating significant design and performance improvements over the first version.
January
2026
2026
Field Operations Begin
FCX Aero begins field test operations with Austro at its first customer site, accumulating real flight and operational data in an agricultural environment.
February
2026
2026
DCTA Visit — Brazilian Air Force
The FCX team visits the Department of Aerospace Science and Technology (DCTA) in São José dos Campos, advancing discussions on Austro development agreements with the Brazilian Air Force.
February
2026
2026
First Engine Run — Prototype 02
The second Austro prototype successfully completes its first engine startup and run, paving the way for the new aircraft's flight test campaign.
