VX4 prototype is damaged during an uncrewed motor-failure test at Cotswold Airport

Vertical Aerospace/VX4

Vertical's first VX4 prototype was damaged during a remotely piloted test of how it handles a simulated motor failure at Cotswold Airport. The test evaluated a key requirement before crewed flights; no one was hurt and Vertical continued building a second prototype.

• Test location at Cotswold Airport in the United Kingdom during uncrewed operation
• Motor failure test a key requirement to progress to piloted operations
• Extent of damage sustained not disclosed publicly; no injuries reported
• Vertical working with relevant authorities regarding incident while continuing second VX4 prototype development