Vertical Aerospace Unveils Valo in New York, Outlining Plans for Electric Air Taxi Routes

Vertical Aerospace is launching its commercial electric aircraft, Valo, in New York City, outlining plans for electric air travel routes with Bristow Group and Skyports Infrastructure. Valo is designed for zero operating emissions, can fly up to 100 miles at 150 mph, and has a certification target in 2028. The aircraft has a premium cabin with four seats and potential expansion to six seats. Vertical is working on routes in and out of Manhattan, cutting multi-hour road journeys to minutes.