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Vertical Aerospace Becomes First eVTOL Developer to Achieve AS9100 Aerospace Quality Certification

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  • Vertical Aerospace has achieved AS9100 certification, the international quality management standard used by major aerospace manufacturers like Airbus & Boeing.
  • The certification was awarded by the British Standards Institution (BSI) on World Quality Day following a year-long internal improvement program.
  • Vertical believes it is the first eVTOL developer to obtain this specific accreditation.
  • The standard covers quality management systems across design & production, providing independent assurance for airline customers & operating partners.
  • AS9100 is developed by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) & builds on ISO 9001 with specific requirements for aviation, space, & defence.
  • CEO Stuart Simpson stated the certification aligns Vertical's quality discipline with industry leaders & customer expectations for the Valo aircraft.
  • Vertical has approximately 1,500 pre-orders for its four-passenger Valo eVTOL from customers across four continents, including American Airlines, Avolon, Bristow, GOL, & Japan Airlines.
  • The company partners with aerospace firms such as Honeywell, Syensqo, & Sonaca while utilizing proprietary battery & propeller technology.
  • Vertical is headquartered in Bristol, UK, & its leadership team has experience in certifying over 30 civil & military aircraft systems.