Vertical Aerospace (NYSE: EVTL) kicked off Wednesday’s trading session in the plus column. The company has launched its U.S. tour in New York City this week, bringing its new commercial electric aircraft, Valo, to the U.S. for the first time alongside plans for electric air travel routes in New York with Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) and Skyports Infrastructure.
The U.S. tour builds on Valo’s unveiling in London in December 2025 and marks the next step in Vertical’s global engagement with customers, investors, regulators, and partners ahead of entry into service following regulatory approval currently expected in 2028.
Valo is Vertical’s certification-ready aircraft, designed to fly up to 100 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph with zero operating emissions, and engineered to meet airliner-level safety standards.
Valo’s premium cabin will launch with four seats, offering panoramic windows, generous personal space and class-leading luggage capacity. The aircraft’s flexible design, shaped by extensive airline and operator input, enables expansion to six seats, with the potential to improve operator economics and lower fares for passengers.
The aircraft is targeting certification in 2028, enabling entry into service in the U.S. and globally with airline and operator customers including American Airlines.
Valo’s arrival in New York marks the first opportunity for U.S. investors, customers, partners, and the public to experience the aircraft at full scale.
EVTL shares acquired 17 cents, or 2.9%, to $5.90.
