U.K.’s Vertical Aerospace Unveils NYC Electric Air Taxi Network

Helicopter operator Bristow and vertiport developer Skyports will work with the company to develop routes in and out of Manhattan.

Jack Daleo

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 03:45 PM ET

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Travis Tingle

Digital rendering of Vertical’s Valo electric air taxi soaring over Manhattan, the hub of the company’s planned New York City-area network. [Credit: Vertical Aerospace]

Key Takeaways:

Vertical Aerospace, a U.K. eVTOL developer, has announced plans for an electric air taxi network in the New York City area, marking its entry into the U.S. market.
The network, developed with partners Bristow Group and Skyports, will utilize Skyports' Downtown Skyport as a hub, connecting to major airports like JFK, Newark, and East Hampton.
Their flagship Valo air taxi, offering a 100-mile range and 150 mph cruise speed, is currently on public display in NYC, with EASA certification targeted for 2028.
The initiative aims to serve diverse travel needs, from airport transfers to leisure, urban connections, and potential medical transport, with production goals of 175 aircraft by 2030.

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The U.K.’s leading electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi developer has landed in the U.S., announcing plans for a New York City-area network.

Vertical Aerospace, which in December unveiled its flagship Valo air taxi in London, this week brought a full-scale model to NYC, where it will be on display at the Classic Car Club Manhattan on Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. The event will be open to the public, with no tickets required.