# Vertical Aerospace’s Flying Taxi Breakthrough | London News

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-07-21T06:05:42+00:00
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Vertical Aerospace just stunned the world with a live demo of their Valo electric aircraft seamlessly switching from winged flight to vertical hover—proof that eVTOL tech is inching closer to reality. Backed by a massive £48 million UK government investment and even eyed for military use, the company is pushing toward passenger flights by 2029 despite past hurdles. With regulators in the loop and a clear vision for cleaner, quieter urban skies, Vertical’s momentum signals a pivotal moment for the future of flight. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/28d9c83862aa9dee

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