MightyFly Obtains ‘Industry First’ FAA Flight Corridor Approval in California

The company says its 2024 Cento is the first large, self-flying, electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) cargo drone to receive the consent.

Jack Daleo

Friday, May 03, 2024 at 02:10 PM ET

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MightyFly’s third-generation Cento drone performs an autonomous hover flight in California in March 2023. [Courtesy: MightyFly]

Key Takeaways:

MightyFly has obtained a "first-of-its-kind" FAA authorization to test its large (550 lbs MTOW) self-flying Cento cargo eVTOL within a dedicated flight corridor in California.
This industry-first approval allows for A-to-B flights, beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) testing, and autonomous point-to-point deliveries, critical for scaling drone logistics.
The 2024 Cento is designed for expedited delivery of up to 100 pounds over 600 miles, featuring autonomous loading/unloading, with future demonstrations planned with partners and the U.S. Air Force.

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A self-flying electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) drone for the cargo logistics industry has obtained a first-of-its-kind approval, according to its manufacturer.

California-based MightyFly this week announced what the company is calling an “industry first” FAA authorization, granting it permission to test its recently unveiled 2024 Cento within a flight corridor between New Jerusalem Airport (1Q4) and Byron Airport (C83) in California.