U.K.’s Vertical Unveils 2nd U.S. Air Taxi Network in Florida

Proposed routes would connect Miami, Palm Beach, and other residential, business, and event hubs.

Jack Daleo

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

Vertical’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) Valo air taxi could one day fly passengers between Miami, Palm Beach, and other South Florida locations. [Credit: Vertical Aerospace]

Key Takeaways:

Vertical Aerospace, a leading U.K. eVTOL developer, revealed plans for a second U.S. air taxi network in South Florida, connecting cities like Miami, Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale, following its prior announcement of a New York City network.
The company showcased its Valo eVTOL aircraft, designed for 4 passengers, a 100-mile all-electric range at 150 mph, and significantly quieter operation than helicopters.
Vertical Aerospace aims to drastically reduce travel times between South Florida hubs, such as cutting a 90-minute drive to a 36-minute flight, with commercial operations targeted for 2028.
The Valo features a larger cabin compared to competitors, and the South Florida market is strategically important for its major aviation hubs and potential as a gateway to Latin American and Caribbean operations.

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The U.K.’s leading developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft—which earlier this year unveiled a planned New York City air taxi network—this week revealed it is targeting a second U.S. network on the west coast of South Florida.

Vertical Aerospace on Wednesday said it is working with partners to bring its electric and hybrid-electric aircraft to Miami, Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and other residential, business, and event hubs in the area. The company will host a free public display on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Bass Museum in Collins Park, Florida, giving prospective flyers a firsthand look at its flagship Valo air taxi.