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Vertical Aerospace Opens Valo Assembly Centre

September 25, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Vertical Aerospace opens Valo assembly centre at Cotswold Airport.
The facility will support certification and customer deliveries.
Plans for larger factories and over 2,000 UK jobs.
Valo production expected to start in Q4 2027.

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Strategic Implications

This development may signal a significant shift in UK aerospace manufacturing, with Vertical Aerospace's expansion potentially creating a new hub for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft production. The company's plans could indicate a growing demand for eVTOL technology, which suggests a promising market for UK-based suppliers and manufacturers.

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What Happened

UK Manufacturing Ambitions Take Flight With New Facility

Vertical Aerospace has opened its new Aircraft Assembly Centre at Cotswold Airport, marking a significant step towards manufacturing its Valo certification aircraft and beginning customer deliveries. The £1.5 million refurbished hangar will support the company’s next phase, with plans for larger factories and over 2,000 UK jobs. According to ADS Advance, the facility is expected to assemble more than 25 Valos annually during early production, with a longer-term ambition to produce up to 1,000 aircraft a year.

Source | Originally Published: September 24, 2024

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