2026 Vertical Aerospace VX4

Vertical Aerospace VX4 is a 2026 electric aircraft for urban and regional air mobility, aimed at operators seeking quieter short trips without roads. Vertical Aerospace offers four passenger seats, rapid charging and a clear range tradeoff.

$ 4,000,000Price from

2026Model Year

United KingdomCountry

160 kWhBattery Size

100 miFlying Range

4Passengers

Vertical Aerospace VX4 at a glance

Vertical Aerospace VX4 is a Vertical Aerospace aircraft with a battery capacity of 160 kWh. Its specifications list seating for 4 passengers, a top speed of 150 mph, a flying range of 100 mi and a flying time of 40 min. The specified flight altitude is 4921.25985 ft. Cargo capacity is listed as 2186.985639 lb, and weight is listed as 13609.135433 lb. These figures describe the supplied specifications for the Vertical Aerospace VX4.

Overview

Why the Vertical Aerospace VX4 stands apart

The 2026 Vertical Aerospace VX4 targets premium air taxi operations between city centres and airports. Vertical Aerospace pairs vertical takeoff with fixed-wing cruise efficiency. Its appeal lies in quieter, zero-emission short-hop travel for commercial operators.

Battery and charging for short urban routes

The battery supports a projected electric flying range suited to dense urban corridors. High-output charging can restore the aircraft within a short ground stop. Operators still need careful route planning around endurance and charging access.

Performance built around efficient flight

Eight electric motors support vertical lift, hover stability and wing-borne travel. Four tilt propellers handle transition, while rear rotors support hover control. The aircraft combines a fixed-wing layout with vertical-flight flexibility.

Cabin, airframe and operating appeal

Carbon-fibre construction supports a high-wing design and V-tail layout. The cabin seats four passengers with a central pilot cockpit. Honeywell avionics, fly-by-wire controls, climate management and live telemetry support a premium fleet proposition.

Who should consider the 2026 Vertical Aerospace VX4?

Airlines, fleet operators and premium airport-transfer providers should shortlist Vertical Aerospace VX4. It suits buyers pursuing quiet urban flights with electric propulsion. Buyers needing longer regional missions or established certified operations may prefer another aircraft type.