Last year, AIR performed successful forward flight testing of its full-scale prototype, AIR One, just five months after completing its first hover flights. Matthew Smith will lead the company through the certification process.

Incorporating the AIR One on yachting expeditions simplifies near-shore commutes on and off the yacht. The companies will ensure the eVTOL is capable of marine operations such as yacht transport and resupply.

A fully loaded full scale prototype took off and transitioned to cruise speed. The company now plans to transfer operations to the US to continue certification efforts with the FAA.