JetSetGo and Vertical Aerospace have signed an MoU to introduce electric eVTOL aircraft in India, including a pre-order of 50 aircraft and plans to develop advanced air mobility services.
Summary: JetSetGo and Vertical Aerospace have signed an MoU covering a pre-order of 50 eVTOL aircraft, vertiport development, and planning for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) services in India, including a hybrid-electric variant aimed at longer intercity routes.
Electric eVTOL aircraft are set to become a bigger part of India’s aviation conversation after JetSetGo, a company in India’s private aviation sector, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UK-based electric aviation firm Vertical Aerospace. The agreement outlines plans to develop Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) services and introduces a major pre-order intended to support new urban and regional air links.
MoU covers aircraft, vertiports, and AAM services in India
Under the MoU, JetSetGo is pre-ordering 50 eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft. The arrangement also references “Vertical Vertiports” and sets out a partnership framework for JetSetGo and Vertical Aerospace to work on AAM services for India.
The companies say the collaboration is intended to support both short-haul and longer-distance travel needs. Alongside electric aircraft for shorter routes, the partners also plan to develop hybrid-electric aircraft that could serve long-haul routes across India, positioning the initiative as a broader sustainable aviation effort rather than a single-aircraft deployment.
Focus on speed, efficiency, and lower emissions
A central goal of the partnership is to provide air travel options that emphasize faster point-to-point journeys and operational efficiency, while also aiming to reduce the aviation sector’s carbon footprint. The article frames this as a response to demand for more accessible air travel and to congestion challenges in major cities.
Valo aircraft: planned performance and capacity
The article identifies the “Valo” aircraft as the first of its kind in India within this initiative. Vertical Aerospace is developing the electric aircraft for zero-emission operations on short-haul routes, with an intended role in serving congested cities and addressing ground-transport bottlenecks.
- Designed speed: 240 km/h
- Emission-free flight duration: 160 km
- Passenger capacity: 4 passengers
- Hybrid version: under development for longer intercity routes in India
JetSetGo’s role: demand studies and route planning
JetSetGo is expected to take the lead on preparing the market for regional operations, including feasibility work tied to potential routes. According to the article, the company will evaluate demand, operational feasibility, and route planning for specific city corridors, with an emphasis on addressing congestion and serving high-demand short regional and metropolitan travel needs.
The report notes that JetSetGo’s chief executive, Kanika Tekriwal, is optimistic about the hybrid-electric Valo aircraft and its potential to help meet India’s air travel demand more effectively.
Vertical Aerospace positions itself as a sustainable aviation player
Vertical Aerospace is described as a UK aerospace technology company focused on electric aviation. The article says the company is developing the Valo aircraft as a quieter, more carbon-efficient option intended to support more sustainable travel choices within the electric aviation segment.
Vertical Aerospace CEO Stuart Simpson said the partnership will help both companies assess how electric and hybrid-electric aircraft could shape transport in India, and he highlighted JetSetGo’s ability to respond to the needs of the Indian market.
Policy and certification timelines: 2028 market entry target
The article links the timing of the partnership to policy work underway in India, stating that the Indian government is preparing policies and support for an AAM operational framework. It also points to certification as a key milestone for the aircraft’s rollout.
The report adds that the partnership aligns with JetSetGo’s slated 2028 entry to the market. This is expected to coincide with Vertical Aerospace’s anticipation of receiving required aviation regulation certifications for the UK and Europe for the Valo, followed by certification efforts in other global markets.
Why AAM matters for India’s major cities
Advanced Air Mobility is presented as more than a premium convenience product. The article argues it could help reduce urban traffic, expand affordable air travel alternatives, and support job creation as the ecosystem develops. It also highlights severe congestion in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru as a driver for exploring new transport options.
What this means for travelers and the travel industry
For travelers, the JetSetGo–Vertical Aerospace plan signals that India’s air mobility landscape may expand beyond traditional airports and airlines, particularly on short, high-demand city corridors. While certification and policy frameworks remain critical next steps, the MoU indicates active preparation for new types of services that could shorten travel times in congested regions and accelerate investment in sustainable aviation infrastructure.
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