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Vertical Aerospace and Near Earth Autonomy Partner to Equip Valo Aircraft for Uncrewed Defense and Commercial Operations

$EVTLPress releaseJul 16, 2026, 6:00 AM ETRead the release

Vertical Aerospace signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Near Earth Autonomy to integrate autonomous flight systems into its Valo aircraft, targeting uncrewed defense and commercial operations. The partnership leverages Honeywell Aerospace’s Anthem digital cockpit to facilitate advanced autonomy, with Vertical developing a hybrid-electric Valo variant capable of 1,000 miles range and payloads up to 1,100 kg.

Key figures

Pre orders
1500
Hybrid payload kg
1100
Hybrid range miles
1000
Near earth flights
12000

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