Vertical Developing Hybrid-Electric Version Of VX4 EVTOL

Vertical has bench-tested its hybrid-electric architecture with plans for flight tests in 2026.

Credit: Vertical Aerospace
Vertical Aerospace is the latest eVTOL developer to announce plans to develop a hybrid-electric version of its eVTOL aircraft with longer range. The hybrid VX4 will enable applications in defense, logistics and commercial missions requiring more capability, such as air ambulance services that...
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