eVTOL Aircraft Market Report 2026

The evtol aircraft market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $14.36 billion in 2025 to $18.92 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early development of electric propulsion systems enabling vertical takeoff and landing concepts, rising investment in urban air mobility prototypes, advancements in lightweight batteries and motors supporting initial evtol designs, increased interest from aerospace manufacturers in alternative mobility solutions, growth in pilot testing and demonstration flights validating evtol feasibility.

The evtol aircraft market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $41.8 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for clean and efficient urban transportation solutions, advancements in high-energy-density batteries improving flight range and payload capacity, increasing regulatory progress toward commercial certification of evtol aircraft, expansion of infrastructure development including vertiports and charging systems, growing investment from mobility operators to build large-scale evtol fleets. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for urban air mobility services, increasing investment in battery density and lightweight materials, expansion of commercial evtol pilot programs, rising focus on safety certification and airworthiness standards, growth of cargo and logistics-based evtol deployments.

Growing urbanization is anticipated to significantly fuel the growth of the eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft market. As urban areas expand due to factors like employment opportunities, economic growth, and industrialization, more people move into cities, leading to increased demand for efficient air transportation options. This surge in urban population creates a higher need for sustainable travel solutions, particularly as consumers become more environmentally conscious. For instance, the Baker Institute reported that the population in Arab countries reached approximately 465 million, with urban residents expected to increase from 279 million to about 362 million by 2035. This urban growth will drive demand for innovative transportation solutions, including eVTOL aircraft, which offer rapid, efficient, and eco-friendly options for navigating congested urban landscapes. As urbanization continues, the eVTOL market is well-positioned for substantial expansion.

Major companies in the eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft market are making significant strides in technological advancements, particularly in battery efficiency and aerodynamics, to enhance aerial mobility solutions. These innovations are crucial for making urban transportation more accessible and efficient. For example, in June 2024, Air Company, a US-based engineering firm, launched the AIR ONE Cargo, an unmanned variant of its flagship eVTOL aircraft specifically designed for cargo transport. This aircraft can carry payloads of up to 250 kg and utilizes the same design and technology as the passenger version. Notably, it features advanced fly-by-intent technology, which improves connectivity with ground control and facilitates greater automation in flight management. This initiative reflects Air Company's commitment to versatile eVTOL applications, addressing the growing demand for efficient cargo transport solutions in urban environments.

In October 2025, Archer Aviation, a US-based developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, acquired Lilium’s portfolio of 300 patents for $21 million (€18 million). This acquisition enables Archer to expand its eVTOL design capabilities and utilize Lilium’s intellectual property to strengthen its standing in the competitive electric air mobility market. Lilium, a Germany-based provider of eVTOL aircraft and related technologies - including ducted fans, battery systems, and flight control solutions - adds to Archer’s existing portfolio and enhances its technological capabilities in the advanced air mobility sector.

Major companies operating in the evtol aircraft market are Airbus SE, Textron Inc, Embraer SA, Wisk Aero, Volocopter GmbH, Volkswagen Group China, Zerog, Aerofugia, AutoFlight, TCab, Volant Aerotech, MuYu Aero, Pantuo, Plana, MintAir, Tetra Aviation, SkyDrive, XPeng HT Aero, Vertical Aerospace, Zuri, United Aircraft Corporation, Urban Aeronautics Ltd, Moog Inc, Boeing, Joby Aviation, Lift Aircraft, Neva Aerospace, Uber Technologies Inc, Archer Aviation Inc, Jaunt Air Mobility LLC, Overair Inc.

North America was the largest region in the eVTOL aircraft market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the evtol aircraft market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on batteries, electric motors, composite materials, and electronic control systems are impacting the eVTOL aircraft market by increasing manufacturing costs and slowing production timelines. These tariffs most significantly affect fully electric and hybrid-electric propulsion segments and regions heavily dependent on imported components, particularly Asia-Pacific and North America. While challenges include higher procurement costs and supply chain disruptions, some positive effects arise as manufacturers shift toward localized production, strengthen domestic supply chains, and accelerate innovation in alternative materials and propulsion technologies.

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eVTOL aircraft, or electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, utilize electric power for vertical hovering, takeoff, and landing. Designed to revolutionize urban and regional mobility, eVTOLs offer swift, direct, and environmentally-friendly transportation. These aircraft rely on motors, batteries, fuel cells, and electronic controllers to generate electric power for their vertical operations.

Key technologies employed in eVTOL aircraft include vectored thrust, multirotor, and lift pulse cruise. Vectored thrust involves adjusting the thrust angle to control the aircraft's attitude or angular velocity. This technology is commonly used for pitch and yaw attitude control in boosters and upper stages. Propulsion systems for eVTOLs include fully electric, hybrid electric, and hydrogen electric options. These aircraft, available in both autonomous and piloted configurations, find applications in air taxis, air shuttles, private transport, cargo transport, air ambulance services, last-mile delivery, inspection and monitoring, surveying and mapping, surveillance, and more.

The countries covered in the evtol aircraft market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The eVTOL aircraft market consists of sales of eVTOL aircraft having to carry a weight capacity of less than 200 Kg and beyond. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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