Jetson Executives Compete in eVTOL Race

Manufacturer is developing a single-seat eVTOL aircraft that can be purchased for $128,000.

Jack Daleo

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 07:30 AM ET

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Ryan Ewing

Jetson CEO Stéphan D’haene, founder and chief technology officer Tomasz Patan, and chief pilot Andrea Spresian take part in an eVTOL race. [Courtesy: Jetson]

Key Takeaways:

eVTOL developer Jetson recently hosted what it claims was the world's first eVTOL race, featuring its executives piloting the company's single-seat Jetson One aircraft.
The Jetson One is designed for recreational use and aims for Part 103 ultralight certification, meaning users in the U.S. would not need a pilot's license to fly it.
The aircraft has seen strong market interest, with production slots sold out through 2026 and orders currently being taken for 2027 delivery at a price of $128,000.
Beyond Jetson's internal competition, there is a growing trend for eVTOL races, with the all-electric Pulitzer Trophy race revival scheduled for October.

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This month, executives of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer Jetson got in the pilot’s seat, competing in what the company has dubbed the world’s first eVTOL race.

The race—featuring Jetson CEO Stéphan D’haene, founder and chief technology officer Tomasz Patan, and chief pilot Andrea Spresian—comes about one month after the debut flight of the company’s first production Jetson One, SN1. That vehicle flew in the competition against a pair of preproduction demonstration aircraft, finishing second.