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JetZero announces it has raised approximately $175 million in its Series B financing, led by B Capital, a global multi-stage investment firm. JetZero broke ground on its first manufacturing and final assembly campus in Greensboro, North Carolina. Defense industry veteran and seasoned tech CEO join board of directors as JetZero advances toward first flight of all-wing demonstrator. Potential financing support for development of advanced aerospace manufacturing campus in Greensboro, NC. Satellite office to be located at National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University. Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) announces its support and interest in JetZero’s Z4 program. Z4 puts all of Europe and Asia in reach from the Kingdom of Bahrain, with up to 50% better fuel performance and elevated passenger experience. The low-drag, lightweight, all-wing Z4 uses up to 50% less fuel than today’s commercial jets.