A vertical and/or short take-off and landing (V/STOL) aircraft is an airplane able to take off or land vertically or on short runways. Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft are a subset of …

Each year, VFS organizes meetings and activities around the world that advance the state of the art of VTOL aircraft technology. Hundreds of VFS members have been recognized over our 80 …

Jun 11, 2024 · As the name suggests, a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft can become airborne or land vertically without the use of a runway strip. While helicopters are designed for …

2 days ago · Vertical Aerospace unveiled its new eVTOL, with controls inspired by the F-35 that make it easier to hover. Its first routes are planned for 2029.

Dec 1, 2024 · VTOL, which stands for Vertical Takeoff and Landing drones, are Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) that can lift off and land vertically. They don’t need a long runway and can …

VTOL airplane, any of several unconventional aircraft with rotating wing systems, such as the helicopter and autogiro. They may also have rotatable jet systems capable of vertical lift-off …

Jul 23, 2025 · VTOL drones—short for Vertical Take-Off and Landing drones—are a fast-growing category of UAV that combine the hovering ability of multirotors with the range and efficiency …

Feb 24, 2025 · Discover what a VTOL aircraft is in this beginner's guide. Learn about vertical takeoff and landing technology, its history, types, advantages, and future applications in …

Although both VTOL and conventional rotorcraft make use of propulsion to lift into the air, VTOLs are using more than two propulsion units, referred to as distributed propulsion.

Aug 4, 2025 · In modern aviation and drone technology, the terms VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) and CTOL (Conventional Take-Off and Landing) define how an aircraft launches and …