
Abu Dhabi, November 15, 2024 Blackshape, an Italian aircraft design and manufacturing company (part of Angel Holding), will be a key participant at the Air...
Read MoreAbu Dhabi, November 15, 2024 Blackshape, an Italian aircraft design and manufacturing company (part of Angel Holding), will be a key participant at the Air...
Read MoreBlackshape is delighted to appoint Indianapolis-based BravoFox as their distributor for the US market. Effective from October 2024, BravoFox will be providing sales and maintenance...
Read MoreBlackshape, renowned for its blend of Italian aesthetics and cutting-edge technology, captivated aviation enthusiasts from around the globe with the debut of the Prime Veloce...
Read MoreBlackshape, known for its fusion of Italian aesthetics and cutting-edge technology, today proudly announces the Gabriél BK160-200’s esteemed FAA certification. This achievement emphasizes Blackshape's steadfast...
Read MoreBlackshape is a globally recognized leader in designing and producing premium ultralight and certified small aircraft. Situated in the heart of the Apulian Aerospace district in Monopoli, Blackshape embodies the epitome of Italian craftsmanship, with a focus on uncompromising attention to detail and unparalleled quality.
Founded in 2011, Blackshape is led by President Giuseppe Mariano and CEO Niccolò Chierroni. Blackshape released their first model, the Prime, in 2012, which gained popularity worldwide. In 2019, their Gabriél BK160 model received EASA certification. Believing in the increasing need for modern military and civil training aircraft, the BK160-TR took shape in a contemporary data-driven training aircraft. Mid 2022 also this aircraft achieved EASA certification.
At Blackshape we are driven by the quest to continuously rethink and improve the future of aviation by setting ourselves the highest quality standards. We combine state-of-the-art production processes, top-of-the-line materials, sourced from local suppliers whenever possible, with experienced employees, to build aircraft of greatest finesse and safety.
Quality is a fundamental principle at Blackshape, permeating every single action we undertake. Our goal is to ensure that every aircraft that leaves our facilities surpasses your expectations. It is this very philosophy that propels our continuous pursuit of excellence. Our choices in materials, personnel, processes, and systems are guided by our intentions, efforts, and vision. As a result, the quality of our molds, avionics, and advanced security systems, to name just a few, is consistently top-rated.
Blackshape is strategically located in the heart of the Apulian Aerospace district, in Monopoli, Italy. The Apulian aerospace industry is one of the most important clusters in Europe and is characterized by dynamic, flexible and innovative companies who represent an important part of the world’s aviation market and who help drive the future of aviation.