Joby Aviation (JOBY): Joby Aviation is a leading U.S.-based electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) developer focused on urban air mobility and regional air taxi services. The company is vertically integrated, designing its own aircraft, propulsion systems, and software, and plans to operate its own commercial network. Joby has made significant progress in FAA certification, completed thousands of test flights, and benefits from strategic partnerships and investments from Toyota, Delta Air Lines, and the U.S. Department of Defense.

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Beta Technologies (BETA): Beta Technologies develops electric aircraft targeting both urban mobility and regional logistics, with a strong emphasis on charging infrastructure. Its ALIA aircraft platform supports both eVTOL and conventional takeoff configurations, making it attractive for cargo, military, and medical transport use cases. Beta is notable for its vertically integrated approach to aircraft, battery systems, and nationwide charging networks, with customers including UPS, the U.S. Air Force, and Blade.

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Archer Aviation (ACHR): Archer Aviation is an eVTOL manufacturer focused on short-range urban air taxi operations, with an initial commercial launch planned in major metropolitan areas. The company has strong strategic backing from Stellantis and United Airlines, which provides both manufacturing expertise and a built-in customer pathway. Archer is pursuing a capital-light operating model, partnering with airlines and infrastructure providers rather than fully owning its service network.

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Vertical Aerospace (EVTL): Vertical Aerospace is a UK-based eVTOL developer targeting certified aircraft sales to airlines and leasing companies rather than direct operations. Its VX4 aircraft is designed for short-haul routes and regional connectivity, with conditional preorders from major aviation players including American Airlines, Avolon, and Virgin Atlantic. Vertical’s strategy emphasizes certification under both UK and European aviation authorities to enable international scalability.

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New Horizon Aircraft (HOVR): Horizon Aircraft is developing a hybrid-electric eVTOL aircraft that integrates lift fans into a conventional fixed-wing design, allowing vertical takeoff with efficient wing-borne cruise flight. This approach aims to reduce technical risk while enabling longer range and higher payload capacity compared to pure multicopter designs. Horizon is positioning its aircraft for defense, regional mobility, and special-mission applications, in addition to future commercial use.

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EHang (EH): EHang is a China-based autonomous aerial vehicle company focused on passenger-grade, pilotless eVTOL systems. Unlike most competitors, EHang emphasizes full autonomy and centralized fleet operations rather than piloted aircraft. The company has achieved notable regulatory milestones in China, including type certification for its EH216-S, and is targeting applications across passenger transport, tourism, emergency response, and smart city infrastructure.