Artificial Intelligence Leader and United States Central Command Advisor Charlie Burgoyne Joins XTI Aerospace Corporate Advisory Board
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XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ:XTIA) has appointed Charlie Burgoyne, Founder and CEO of Valkyrie and Andromeda, to its Corporate Advisory Board. Burgoyne, who serves as an advisor to the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), brings over 15 years of expertise in artificial intelligence and data science across defense and commercial sectors.
The appointment strengthens XTI's strategy in developing intelligent aircraft systems, particularly its flagship TriFan 600 xVTOL aircraft and future unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This addition follows recent appointments of key figures from Palantir, U.S. Space Force, and Paramount Group, aligning with the June 2025 Presidential Executive Order on Domestic Drone Production.
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- Strategic alignment with 2025 Presidential Executive Order on Domestic Drone Production
- Addition of high-profile AI expert with CENTCOM advisory experience
- Expansion of advisory board with defense and technology industry leaders
- Positioning for growth in defense and unmanned aircraft systems markets
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On the day this news was published, XTIA gained 5.64%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction.
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XTI Accelerates Defense and Unmanned Aircraft Systems Strategy
"Charlie is helping to architect the AI-powered intelligence systems behind real-time decision making—on the battlefield and in the boardroom," said Scott Pomeroy, Chairman and CEO of XTI Aerospace. "That's the kind of operational edge we're embedding into XTI's strategy."
Mr. Burgoyne brings to XTI 15+ years of cutting-edge experience in artificial intelligence and data science across defense and commercial sectors. From NASA and the United States Department of Energy to Rosetta Stone, F1 Racing and now two thriving AI ventures, he's helped pioneer applied AI in high-stakes environments. His appointment deepens XTI's ability to design and market aircraft systems that are not only vertically agile but algorithmically smart—vital to rapidly evolving unmanned aircraft systems ("UAS"), regional transportation, and multi-use mission platforms.
XTI is building upon its national security-grade brain trust following the recent additions of Hanna Tomory, head of Palantir Canada, Preston Dunlap, former Chief Technology Officer and Chief Architect of
"The future of aerospace belongs to intelligent platforms that combine real-world utility with next-gen software and data systems," said Mr. Burgoyne. "The TriFan 600 sets the bar for high-performance, manned VTOL—I am excited to bring my knowledge and experience to the intersection of AI and defense to expand the foundation of XTI technologies to develop a broad defense and autonomy-focused portfolio."
XTI's strategic priorities are directly aligned with the national posture articulated in the June 2025 Presidential Executive Order on Domestic Drone Production, which positions
About XTI Aerospace, Inc.
XTI Aerospace (XTIAerospace.com) (Nasdaq: XTIA) is the parent company of XTI Aircraft Company, an aviation business based near
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