Honda aims to fly its full-scale eVTOL prototype in March 2026, with FAA certification expected in the early 2030s.

Honda plans to complete its full-scale eVTOL prototype by end of 2025 and conduct its first flight in March 2026, announcing the timeline at the Dubai Airshow after years of secrecy. The company, which tested a one-third-scale model in California, is refining the aircraft’s design, shifting toward a more uniform fuselage cross-section. Remote piloted flight testing will begin in the U.S. in 2026, with FAA certification expected in the early 2030s. A hybrid-electric powertrain will enable a 400-kilometer range, though certification remains challenging as no such eVTOL has yet been approved. Honda is prioritizing operational value over speed to market.