Vertical Aerospace Shares Surge 8.33% as Next-Gen eVTOL Valo Unveiled, Targets 2028 Certification

Vertical Aerospace shares surged 8.33% in pre-market trading on December 10, 2025, following the unveiling of its next-generation eVTOL aircraft, Valo, designed to revolutionize urban air mobility.

The aircraft, developed with partners including Honeywell and Syensqo, features an advanced aerodynamic design, enhanced battery systems, and a focus on safety with airliner-level certification targets by 2028. Valo’s premium four-seat cabin, expandable to six seats, and its largest-in-class cargo capacity aim to address operator and passenger needs, including emergency medical and cargo missions.

Vertical plans to build seven certification aircraft in the UK, aligning with regulatory goals set by the UK Civil Aviation Authority and EASA. The project is projected to create 2,000 high-skilled jobs and contribute £3 billion annually to the UK economy by 2035, reinforcing the nation’s aerospace leadership.

With 1,500 pre-orders from global airlines, the company’s shift from prototype development to full-scale manufacturing marks a strategic milestone, positioning Valo as a commercial catalyst for electric aviation’s growth and operational scalability.

Investors are closely watching the broader aerospace and electric aviation sectors, given the potential for regulatory advancements and infrastructure investments that may follow successful eVTOL deployment and certification.