Vertical Aerospace Brings Valo to Miami, Showcasing the Future of Inter-City Travel

The electric aircraft maker will display its Valo model at a free public showcase in Miami Beach on February 24-25, 2026.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Vertical Aerospace (NYSE: EVTL), a leading innovator in electric aviation, is bringing its cutting-edge electric aircraft, Valo, to Miami for a free public showcase on February 24-25, 2026. Visitors can view the full-scale model at the Bass Museum in Collins Park, Miami Beach. The event invites the public to get an up-close look at Valo, chat with the development team, and discover how this technology could transform mobility in South Florida.

Why it matters

Miami thrives on its stunning coastline, rich culture, and energetic vibe. However, heavy traffic often restricts how much people can enjoy in one day. Valo aims to solve this by offering fast, seamless aerial connections between key destinations in South Florida, reducing travel times and improving quality of life.

The details

Valo features a luxurious cabin for four passengers, wide panoramic windows, and ample room for luggage and even pets. Vertical Aerospace is also advancing a hybrid-electric version, aiming for extended flights of up to 1,000 miles. The company collaborates with operators and infrastructure experts to map out potential networks using its electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, focusing on high-demand corridors across South Florida.

  • The public display runs free of charge at the Bass Museum, 2100 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL: Tuesday, February 24, 2026: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET
  • Wednesday, February 25, 2026: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM ET

The players

Vertical Aerospace

A leading innovator in electric aviation and the maker of the Valo electric aircraft.

Daniella Levine Cava

The Miami-Dade County Mayor, who expressed strong support for Vertical Aerospace's plans to bring advanced air mobility to the region.

Stuart Simpson

The CEO of Vertical Aerospace, who shared an optimistic outlook on the potential of Valo to transform travel in South Florida.

UrbanV-Signature Aviation

A joint venture that is a leader in advanced air mobility facilities and a collaborator with Vertical Aerospace.

Skyports Infrastructure

Experts in vertiport design and operations for eVTOLs and helicopters, and a collaborator with Vertical Aerospace.

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What they’re saying

“I am thrilled about Vertical Aerospace's plans to make Miami-Dade County one of the first areas in the country with advanced air mobility.”

— Daniella Levine Cava, Miami-Dade County Mayor (aviationsourcenews.com)

“Valo offers a new way to experience Miami—turning time lost in traffic into time gained. Imagine landing near Fort Lauderdale and heading straight to your tee time without hitting I-95. Or flying from Miami to Palm Beach after lunch and returning for sunset.”

— Stuart Simpson, CEO, Vertical Aerospace (aviationsourcenews.com)

What’s next

Vertical Aerospace is collaborating with operators and infrastructure experts to map out potential networks using its electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, focusing on high-demand corridors across South Florida. The company is working to bring Valo to commercial service in the coming years.

The takeaway

Vertical Aerospace's Valo electric aircraft showcase in Miami represents a significant step towards the future of sustainable and efficient inter-city travel. By offering fast, seamless aerial connections between key destinations in South Florida, Valo has the potential to transform mobility and quality of life in the region.