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Vertical Aerospace Valo | Airframer | Vertical Aerospace Ltd

16/04/2026Press Release:
Vertical Aerospace achieves world first two-way piloted transition flight
09/04/2026News:
The achievement coincides with a financing package of up to $850 million to support entry into service.

Vertical proves full-scale eVTOL transition in piloted flight

A test flight at Cotswold Airport demonstrated vertical take-off and transition to wingborne flight, confirming a key capability required for Valo’s certification and commercial use.

30/03/2026Press Release:
Vertical's Valo certification aircraft, launched in December 2025.		Vertical Aerospace assembles comprehensive financing package of up to $850 million
25/03/2026News:
The Vertical Energy Centre has been upgraded with automated manufacturing processes to support certification and production.

Vertical advances Valo testing as battery production line goes live

The company strengthened its financial position during 2025, securing more than $175 million in capital to invest towards certification, testing and production.

12/02/2026News:
Evolito joins Honeywell, Syensqo and Aciturri as key suppliers on the Valo programme.

Evolito to power Vertical’s Valo eVTOL

A long-term agreement between the two companies supports certification plans and advances development toward commercial service in 2028.

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