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Starburst Aerospace

Starburst Aerospace

Los Angeles, Californiastarburst.aero

Overview

Starburst is a global aerospace and defense innovation catalyst that operates startup accelerators, provides strategic consulting, and manages venture investments to support early-stage companies in the aviation, space, and defense sectors.

Year Founded

2012

Portfolio Companies

45

Investments

Starburst Aerospace investments
CompanyDateStageLead
PicogridMay 2026Series ACo-investor
WingleetApr 2026AcceleratorLead
Orbital ParadigmAug 2025Pre SeedCo-investor
Orbital ParadigmAug 2025Pre SeedCo-investor
Alta AresMay 2025SeedLead

Key People

Sandra Budimir

Cofounder, Partner

David Pfurtscheller

Accelerator Principal

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersLos Angeles, California
Year Founded2012

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