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Hyundai Pausing Work on Supernal Air Taxi Program

Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer has struggled to get off the ground.

Hyundai Supernal electric eVTOL air taxi
Supernal is reportedly pausing development of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi. [Courtesy: Supernal]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Supernal, Hyundai's electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi unit, has "paused" its flagship aircraft program and undergone a significant leadership shakeup, including the departures of its CEO and CTO.
  • This strategic pause follows struggles to achieve untethered flight, recent layoffs, and is part of a "strategic review" aimed at realigning the program with long-term goals amidst broader industry challenges.
  • Despite the setbacks and potential delays compared to competitors, Hyundai Motor Group remains strongly committed to its Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) business, with experts viewing the pause as a "re-invention" rather than a shutdown.
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Supernal, the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi unit of South Korean automaker Hyundai, is reportedly pumping the brakes on its flagship aircraft.

The Orange County Register was first to report that Supernal is “pausing” its aircraft program, which began tethered flight testing with a demonstrator in March but for years has struggled to get off the ground. The company is targeting a commercial launch by 2028 in cities such as Los Angeles, where it has acquired facilities in nearby Irvine and Fremont.

Jack Daleo

Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.

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