eVTOL News by The Vertical Flight Society

The May/June #Vertiflite magazine is online! This issue has an exclusive feature on the X-76 demonstrator with @BellFlight and @DARPA about its potential to balance speed, survivability and operational flexibility in a runway-independent aircraft: vtol.org/news/May-June-…

At Dufour Aerospace, we recently completed a full flight from takeoff to landing using our Unified Velocity Controller (UVC) with GNSS denied. In most drone systems, losing GNSS means losing reliable position and velocity estimates. This typically leads to degraded flight performance, increased pilot workload, or mission interruption. During this flight, the Aero-30 maintained stable control throughout, including transitions between hover and forward flight, without requiring GNSS data for stable flight control. To achieve this, the system combines multiple onboard data sources, including wing-tilt sensors and visual odometry, which estimates movement by analysing camera images, to maintain accurate airspeed and ground speed even when GNSS is unavailable. From an operational perspective, this directly addresses a key limitation in current drone operations: • Missions can continue in GNSS-denied environments instead of being aborted • Hover and transitions remain stable without external positioning • Pilot intervention is reduced during critical phases of flight This is particularly relevant for operations in urban areas, mountainous terrain, or environments where GNSS signals are unreliable or intentionally disrupted. This is a step toward systems that can operate consistently in real-world conditions, not just ideal ones. If you are working in environments where GNSS is not guaranteed, learn more: dufour.aero #eVTOL #AAM #AerospaceEngineering #FlightTesting #AutonomousFlight #DroneTechnology #DufourAerospace

Florida just passed a groundbreaking air taxi bill. Here’s what it does: Exempts eVTOL aircraft from FL sales and use tax Authorizes FL DOT to fund a portion of vertiport project costs Requires FL DOT to expedite approval of vertiports Preempts local governments from regulating vertiport design Prevents local governments from regulating eVTOL charging stations This bill helps reduce uncertainty, expedite approvals and move things forward efficiently.

Yesterday marked International Pilots’ Day, a moment to recognise the people who inspire everything we do. Horizon Aircraft was founded by pilots, and the Cavorite X7 is being built by pilots. That perspective shapes our commitment to safety, performance, and real-world practicality every day. To pilots everywhere, including our own, thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and passion. Photo: Horizon CEO, Brandon Robinson who served for two decades in the Royal Canadian Air Force | Aviation royale canadienne as a CF-18 pilot.

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Elysian Aircraft has made changes to the design of its all-electric E9X regional airliner concept after completing the conceptual design review. Read more ⬇️

Pivotal is on the go. We will be flying in Indianapolis next week at FDIC International Thursday and Friday. Additionally, we will have our flight simulator at our booth for those interested in experiencing flight in our aircraft, firsthand. To book time with our team, visit the link here in our bio for more:  hubs.ly/Q04ccQtN0

The Electric VTOL News for April 14 is online! The Vertical Flight Society's premier resource for advanced air mobility #AAM includes news and updates on #electric #eVTOL #eCTOL and #hydrogen #aviation developers. Please subscribe to stay informed! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-ne…

Remote communities and industrial outposts deserve the same level of critical service as urban hubs, but harsh terrain and long distances make traditional logistics costly, slow, and unpredictable. That’s why we’re designing Aero-200: a hybrid-electric tilt-wing platform built to connect the unconnected with cost-effective, reliable supply missions. Our aircraft features: 🔸Full VTOL: No runway required, perfect for isolated areas. 🔸200 km range with 20 kg payload with room for more: Carry critical supplies over long distances. 🔸Sustainable hybrid-electric power: Reducing emissions even in challenging environments. 🔸Swiss-engineered reliability: Designed for real-world operations in rugged conditions. 🔸Smart integration with existing systems: Optimize logistics across the supply chain without replacing infrastructure. Whether it’s medical supplies to mountain villages, spare parts to offshore platforms, or daily necessities to remote industrial camps, Aero-200 delivers when roads and runways don’t. 👉Learn how Dufour Aerospace is revolutionizing logistics from above: dufour.aero #Aero200 #aviation #droneindustry #Swissengineering #VTOL

Day 2 at the International Aerospace Innovation Forum in Montréal, hosted by @AeroMontreal and Espace Aéro! Our team is engaging in meaningful conversations with some of Canada's leading industry players, and our CEO, Brandon Robinson, participated as a panelist to discuss how new aircraft architectures and propulsion technologies are transforming the future of flight. Come visit us to learn about our progress on our full-scale hybrid eVTOL aircraft and to exchange ideas and explore what’s next for regional air mobility. #Aerospace #Innovation #AAM #eVTOL #FutureOfFlight

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Eve flies eVTOL Prototype for Brazilian authorities helihub.com/2026/03/31/eve…

20 kg over 200 km. No runway required. That is the operational capability the Aero-200 is designed to deliver, combining long-range transport performance with true vertical take-off and landing flexibility. With a 38 kg useful load and efficient cruise flight at 125 km/h, Aero-200 supports critical missions where speed, reach and reliability matter most. Key features include: 🔶Runway-independent VTOL operations from almost any even surface 🔶Hybrid electric propulsion enabling long-range efficiency and operational flexibility 🔶Automated flight systems with precision landing and fault-tolerant control 🔶Ruggedized design for night operations and challenging weather conditions 🔶Integrated mission control with live telemetry, BVLOS readiness and multi-drone scalability From medical logistics and public safety to contested cargo and remote supply missions, Aero-200 is engineered to support uncrewed operations in demanding environments. Discover the Aero-200 platform and its mission profiles here: dufour.aero/aero-200 #Aero200 #BVLOS #droneindustry #uncrewedaviation #VTOL

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CycloTech’s first CycloRotor to be market-ready, transforming a pioneering idea into an industrial solution. Learn more about the CR-60 here: youtu.be/VJo5vIxWawM?si… #AdvancedAirMobility #Technology #Aviation #FutureInnovation

The Electric VTOL News for March 31 is online! The Vertical Flight Society's advanced air mobility newsletter includes #avgeek updates on #electric #eVTOL #eCTOL and #hydrogen #aviation developers from Archer to Zuri. Please subscribe to stay informed! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-ne…

Zuri Technology Demonstrator 2.0 fuselage assembly is advancing. Multiple barrel sections being built and skinned in parallel. All metal, hand riveted. #AdvancedAirMobility #VTOL #eVTOL

We’ve made strong progress - from key piloted flight milestones and advancing transition testing to launching Valo. Today, we’re announcing a comprehensive financing package of up to $850 million to support the next phase of the business. That includes $50 million of equity raised today, with a further $30 million expected shortly - giving us approximately $160 million available in the near term to deliver key certification milestones through 2026. Now the focus is simple: execution - starting with transition. Finance package breakdown: vertical-aerospace.com/wp-content/upl…

The #Vertiflite magazine for March/April is online! Our cover feature celebrates the history of the U.S. Army partnership with NASA Ames Research Center, along with #helicopter and #eVTOL news and updates: vtol.org/news/March-Apr…

Why the Wings Fold! The Cavorite X7.