German electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer developing autonomous urban air mobility solutions.
| Founded | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | ๐ฉ๐ช Bruchsal, Germany |
| Region | EUROPE |
Volocopter is a pioneer in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) technology, focused on developing crewed and autonomous aircraft for urban air mobility and logistics applications. The company has conducted numerous test flights and demonstrations of its multicopter designs, positioning itself as a leader in the emerging eVTOL market.
While primarily focused on civilian urban air mobility, the company's advanced aviation technology has potential defense and security applications, though Volocopter's primary business model targets commercial passenger transport and cargo delivery.
Founded in 2011 in Germany, Volocopter has grown to become one of the most well-funded eVTOL companies globally, conducting public demonstrations and securing investment from major automotive and industrial partners.