SkyDrive Inc.

31/07/2026

SkyDrive is proud to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Air India and Suzuki Motor Corporation to conduct a joint feasibility study on using eVTOL aircraft for medical air logistics in India.

Combining SkyDrive’s eVTOL technology, Air India’s operational expertise, and Suzuki’s market insight, the three companies will take on the challenge of realizing time-critical, last-mile emergency medical logistics in India.

▼Read the full press release here:
https://skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72800

31/07/2026

On July 21, 2026, the Japanese government approved its "Japan Growth Strategy" during a Cabinet meeting. eVTOLs have been included as a key technology within the "17 Strategic Fields (Aviation and Space)," marking the sector for focused national investment and support.

Reaffirming the economic and strategic importance of eVTOLs, SkyDrive will further strengthen our collaboration with relevant government ministries, agencies, and partner companies to accelerate our technological development and business initiatives.

▼Read the full news here:
https://skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72818/

SkyDrive — Japan's pioneer in flying car (eVTOL) development. Targeting commercial launch in 2028, we develop SKYDRIVE (SD-05), an electric, autonomous, vertical take-off and landing aircraft. Leading the once-in-a-century mobility revolution.

24/07/2026

On July 17, SkyDrive CEO Fukuzawa and Chairman Kishi paid a courtesy visit to Mr. Kaneko, Minister of MLIT.
Joined by JCAB Director-General Mr. Miyazawa and Safety Department Director Mr. Ishii, they exchanged views on ongoing work to secure type certification and the future of eVTOLs.

Minister Kaneko offered warm words of encouragement for SkyDrive’s progress in this rare post-war Japanese aircraft project, highlighting eVTOLs' long-term potential for regional transport and disaster relief.

Read the full news here:
https://skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72752/

23/07/2026

A flying car has arrived at the Osaka Metro Hommachi Building!

From July 19 to August 18, our flight-tested prototype, "SD-03" (which actually flew in 2020), is on display on the 1st floor of the Osaka Metro Hommachi Building.

On Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM during the exhibition, you can even sit in the cockpit and take photos! 📸✨

Come by and get a up-close look at the future of flight!
🔗https://advanced-air-mobility.osakametro.co.jp/event-external/590/

23/07/2026

SkyDrive is proud to announce the signing of a comprehensive partnership agreement with Bangkok Airways, Saha Pathana Inter-Holding, and Saha Tokyu Corporation to advance the social implementation and commercialization of eVTOL aircraft in Thailand.

Under this agreement, the four companies have formulated a business roadmap that includes flight route validation in Sriracha, Bangkok, and Koh Samui, as well as the establishment of sales and maintenance bases to realize next-generation air mobility in the region.

▼Read the full press release here:
https://skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72634/

23/07/2026

Watch the full video of the press conference from our flight demonstration in Yamaguchi on July 13!
Please take a moment to listen to their inspiring remarks.

Speakers
- Tsugumasa Muraoka, Governor of Yamaguchi Prefecture
- Toru Kawano, Vice Chairperson of the Yamaguchi Prefectural Assembly
- Toshihiro Suzuki, President of Suzuki Motor Corporation
- Tomohiro Fukuzawa, Founder and CEO of SkyDrive Inc.

🔗https://youtu.be/ubBzeXKIRF0?si=OwmDTMUyzolgw0Os

This video features the on-site media briefing following the eVTOL ...

22/07/2026

We are pleased to announce that at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, SkyDrive signed an agreement with ITO Corporation—a specialist in ultra-precision machining for aerospace—for the manufacture and supply of key metallic structural components supporting the lightweight design of our production eVTOL, "SKYDRIVE (Model SD-05)."

By leveraging ITO's advanced metallic processing technologies in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, we are further strengthening our domestic manufacturing base as we progress toward serial production.

▼Read the full press release here:
skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72727

22/07/2026

SkyDrive is proud to announce the signing of a strategic partnership with Sanyoh Manufacturing Co., announced at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026.

Through a Sales and Purchase Agreement, Sanyoh will supply key high-precision sheet metal parts for the production aircraft "SKYDRIVE" (Model SD-05). Integrating Sanyoh’s resilient, fully in-house domestic manufacturing capabilities in Tochigi, this partnership ensures the highest standards of safety and structural reliability for our global supply network.

▶Read the full press release here: https://skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72735

22/07/2026

SkyDrive is pleased to announce the signing of a strategic partnership with Airtificial Aerospace & Defense, S.A.U., announced at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026.

Through a Sales and Purchase Agreement, Airtificial will manufacture and supply key lightweight carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) structural parts for the production aircraft "SKYDRIVE" (Model SD-05).

▶Read the full press release here: https://skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72740

22/07/2026

SkyDrive is pleased to announce the signing of a strategic partnership with Airtificial Aerospace & Defense, S.A.U., announced at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026.

Through a Sales and Purchase Agreement, Airtificial will manufacture and supply key lightweight carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) structural parts for the production aircraft "SKYDRIVE" (Model SD-05).

▼Read the full press release here: https://skydrive.co.jp/en/news/72740