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Vertical Aerospace Achieves Historic First Public eVTOL Transition Flight at Farnborough Airshow

Vertical Aerospace has made history at the Farnborough International Airshow by completing the first-ever public transition flight of its full-scale VX4 eVTOL aircraft. The critical maneuver involves shifting from vertical, helicopter-like flight to conventional, wing-borne flight. This successful demonstration, performed by the company's second-generation prototype, marks a significant milestone in the aircraft's development. Achieving this in front of industry leaders and the public showcases major progress towards certification. The event is a pivotal moment for both Vertical Aerospace and the wider Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry.

Official Source: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260720851031/en/Vertical-Aerospace-Makes-History-With-First-Public-eVTOL-Transition-Flight-at-Farnborough-International-Airshow