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How does Cockpit contribute to shaping the future of aviation innovation?
Cockpit plays a critical role in accelerating aviation innovation by bridging forward-thinking startups with industry leaders like EL AL. Our focus is on solving real-world challenges through collaboration, as demonstrated by our Fast Pass to PoC program, launched this year to streamline partnerships and accelerate startup integrations. We’ve also refined EL AL’s corporate innovation structure, ensuring innovation translates into long-term business impact.
What sets Cockpit apart in bridging startups and the aviation industry?
Our strength lies in balancing startup agility with deep operational insights from the aviation sector. This dual perspective allows us to drive collaborations that are both forward-looking and executable, as seen in the five successful PoCs we implemented this year. Our ability to align innovation with industry needs ensures scalable solutions that make a measurable impact.
What have been some of Cockpit’s key milestones in 2024?
This year has been transformative for Cockpit. We’ve launched five PoCs with innovative startups, introduced the Fast Pass to PoC program with EL AL, and further developed EL AL’s corporate innovation framework. We’ve also seen an impressive increase in deal flow and investment opportunities, which has led us to focus on becoming even more strategic in our investments moving forward. Additionally, we are prioritizing the development of joint ventures in key areas like aviation cybersecurity, robotics, and AI to address the next wave of industry challenges.
What verticals hold the most potential for disruption within aviation?
Customer experience technologies, operational optimization, and sustainability continue to be focal points for innovation. We’re also expanding efforts into high-impact fields like cybersecurity, robotics, and AI, which are becoming increasingly critical for the industry’s long-term resilience and efficiency.
What challenges remain for aviation innovation, and how does Cockpit address them?
Aviation’s regulatory complexity and legacy systems often slow the pace of innovation. Our approach focuses on collaboration from the outset, involving key stakeholders early to align solutions with operational and regulatory requirements. Programs like Fast Pass to PoC are specifically designed to reduce friction and accelerate the adoption of groundbreaking technologies.
How do you measure success in your collaborations with startups?
Success for us goes beyond technology adoption—it’s about generating measurable business impact. Whether through cost reduction, operational efficiency, or enhanced customer satisfaction, our focus is on building long-term partnerships that drive scalable, positive outcomes for the industry.
What’s next for Cockpit?
We’re evolving to play a more significant role in strategic investments and partnerships, expanding our scope beyond aviation into adjacent sectors like travel tech and logistics. With a strong deal flow and proven success in PoCs this year, our next phase will include deeper involvement in joint ventures, particularly in cybersecurity, robotics, and AI—areas where we see major potential for both innovation and long-term business impact.
What makes the partnership between Cockpit and EL AL so effective?
Our partnership thrives on mutual collaboration. Cockpit brings agility and external innovation, while EL AL offers deep operational expertise and a real-world testing ground for solutions. This synergy ensures that innovation isn’t just explored but actively implemented, benefiting both the airline and the broader aviation ecosystem.
Contact Us:
Innovation Program: fastpass@cockpitinnovation.com
General Inquiries:
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