JavaScript Required

Jumpseat Aerospace News requires JavaScript to function. Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings to continue.

Vertical Aerospace Partners with ANH Structure and Northrop Grumman LITEF

October 16, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Vertical Aerospace partners with ANH Structure and Northrop Grumman LITEF.
ANH Structure will design and manufacture bespoke seating systems for Valo.
Northrop Grumman LITEF will supply inertial reference systems for the aircraft.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Key Takeaways.

Upgrade

Strategic Implications

These partnerships may indicate Vertical Aerospace's focus on safety and certification, which could strengthen its competitive position in the eVTOL market. The selection of established suppliers suggests a commitment to quality and reliability, which may support the company's goal of achieving regulatory certification.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

Upgrade

What Happened

New Supplier Agreements Strengthen Valo Electric Aircraft Program

Vertical Aerospace has announced long-term supplier agreements with ANH Structure and Northrop Grumman LITEF to support the development of its Valo electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. ANH Structure will design and manufacture bespoke seating systems, while Northrop Grumman LITEF will supply inertial reference systems. The agreements strengthen Vertical’s established supplier network, which includes Honeywell Aerospace and Sonaca, and support the company’s goal of achieving regulatory certification and commercial production. This development was reported by Vertical Aerospace.

Source | Originally Published: October 16, 2026

Companies Mentioned