Vertical Aerospace in Discussions with FlyOnE to Integrate Valo eVTOL into Australia’s Lilypad Elevate Air Taxi Network
BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA — FlyOnE Pty Ltd, Australia’s leading vertically integrated electric aviation company, has confirmed it is in discussions with Vertical Aerospace regarding the potential integration of the Valo electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft into FlyOnE’s expanding Lilypad Elevate Air Taxi Network.
The proposed collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing scalable, zero-emissions air mobility solutions across metropolitan and regional Australia. If formalized, the integration would position Australia at the forefront of next-generation aviation infrastructure and sustainable transport innovation.
Vertical Aerospace’s Valo aircraft is among the most advanced eVTOL platforms currently in development globally. Designed to carry five passengers and one pilot, the aircraft is engineered for short urban and regional routes, offering reduced noise profiles and zero operational emissions. Its introduction into FlyOnE’s ecosystem would support a new era of clean, low-altitude mobility.
FlyOnE operates under CASA Part 135 (Air Taxi), Part 138 (Aerial Work), and Part 141 (Pilot Training) certifications, making it one of the few electric aviation companies worldwide with certified commercial operations and revenue-generating electric aircraft already in service. Through its operational Lilypad Elevate network, the company is building a distributed, on-demand air mobility platform connecting cities, regional centers, and tourism destinations.
The potential integration of the Valo aircraft would accelerate several strategic objectives, including the deployment of zero-emission urban air taxi services, expansion of regional electric air connectivity, reduction of aviation-related lead and carbon emissions, and scalable eVTOL operations supported by established infrastructure.
Korum Ellis, Founder and CEO of FlyOnE, emphasized Australia’s readiness for advanced air mobility adoption.
“Australia is uniquely positioned to lead the transition to electric and hybrid aviation. Our discussions with Vertical Aerospace align with our strategy to deploy world-class eVTOL aircraft into an operationally mature, infrastructure-ready environment. We are not waiting for the future — we are building it.”
The collaboration would combine Vertical Aerospace’s cutting-edge aircraft platform with FlyOnE’s vertically integrated operating model. FlyOnE’s structure spans aircraft operations, charging infrastructure, pilot training, aircraft distribution, and ongoing manufacturing development. This comprehensive ecosystem is designed to streamline aircraft integration while ensuring regulatory compliance, operational safety, and infrastructure readiness.
As Australia prepares for rising demand in regional connectivity, sustainable tourism, and next-generation transportation systems, the discussions reflect growing momentum in the country’s advanced air mobility sector. The integration of globally recognized eVTOL technology into an already certified operational framework could significantly accelerate adoption timelines.
In parallel with these strategic discussions, FlyOnE is preparing for its upcoming Series A capital raise. The funding round is intended to support national and Asia-Pacific expansion, fleet scaling, and continued infrastructure deployment.
The Series A capital raise will focus on expanding the Lilypad Elevate Air Taxi Network, deploying additional next-generation electric and hybrid aircraft, rolling out charging and vertiport infrastructure, and advancing proprietary hybrid aircraft development programs. The company continues to engage strategic and institutional investors as it transitions from early-stage deployment toward national scale operations.
About FlyOnE Pty Ltd
FlyOnE is Australia’s first vertically integrated electric aviation company. The business operates across certified air taxi services, aerial work, pilot training, aircraft distribution, and charging infrastructure development. Its mission is to commercialize the low-altitude economy by replacing aging, lead-burning aircraft with scalable electric and hybrid aviation systems.
More information: https://www.flyone.com.au/
About Vertical Aerospace
Vertical Aerospace is a global aerospace and technology company developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to enable zero-emissions air mobility. Its Valo aircraft is designed for efficient short-haul regional and urban routes, significantly reducing both noise and operating costs compared to conventional aircraft.
More information: https://vertical-aerospace.com/
