Punjab-based Nalwa Aero Receives Design Approval for 5-Seater Electric Air Taxis Capable of Flying at 350 km/h

Punjab-based Nalwa Aero has received design approval for 5-seater electric air taxis capable of flying intra and inter-city for up to 300 km. This is the first such approval in India and marks a milestone for the country's aviation sector. Nalwa Aero aims to make eVTOL operations a reality by 2028, offering cleaner, faster, and safer ways to travel while supporting sustainability and innovation goals.

Vertical Aerospace (Vertical) [NYSE: EVTL], a global aerospace and technology company pioneering electric aviation, has adopted the Combined Charging Standard (CCS) for its VX4 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This move aligns with industry leaders like BETA Technologies and Archer Aviation, marking a significant step towards a global, industry-wide charging infrastructure Vertical Aerospace Adopts Universal Fast-Charging Standard to Accelerate eVTOL Deployment^[1].

The CCS fast-charging standard will enable Vertical’s VX4 to achieve rapid turnaround times, including rapid battery charging and conditioning for shuttle operations. Vertical’s adoption of CCS ensures immediate interoperability with all CCS chargers, including BETA’s growing network. This standardization is crucial for making electric aviation commercially viable and accelerating its adoption Vertical Aerospace Adopts Universal Fast-Charging Standard to Accelerate eVTOL Deployment^[1].

Stuart Simpson, CEO of Vertical Aerospace, stated, "With certification efforts with five aviation authorities and customers across four continents, Vertical, together with BETA and Archer, choosing this standard means the industry has decided. Standardizing charging infrastructure is a crucial step in making electric aviation commercially viable. By adopting the CCS, we’re ensuring that VX4 can integrate seamlessly into a shared charging network, which is great news for our customers and reinforces our commitment to delivering a scalable eVTOL ecosystem."

Chip Palombini, BETA’s Charge Production Lead, added, “The true unlock of the next generation of aviation won’t come just from novel aircraft, it’s about a robust interoperable charging infrastructure that can support all manufacturers. We are building a foundation that will allow eVTOLs to operate and scale safely, reliably, and efficiently across the globe, and Vertical Aerospace shares that vision."

David Dunning, Director of Global Innovation & Policy, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), highlighted the importance of a unified charging standard, stating, "A unified charging standard is important as it would assist in reducing costs, streamlining operations and accelerating adoption of electric aircraft, which benefits manufacturers, operators, infrastructure operators and passengers alike."

Meanwhile, Punjab-based Nalwa Aero has received design approval for 5-seater electric air taxis capable of flying intra and inter-city for up to 300 km. This is the first such approval in India and marks a milestone for the country's aviation sector. Nalwa Aero aims to make eVTOL operations a reality by 2028, offering cleaner, faster, and safer ways to travel while supporting sustainability and innovation goals .