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December 2024CertificationLong Beach, CA

Mayman Aerospace Granted Key FAA Certifications for Next-Gen VTOL Aerospace Systems

Mayman Aerospace, a pioneer in vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) technology, announced today that it has secured Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Special Airworthiness Certificates (Experimental Class) for two of its Unmanned Aerial System aircraft: the TBX and P100.

The two certifications, both granted in a single day, mark a significant milestone in Mayman Aerospace's development of dual-use VTOL aerospace platforms, positioning the company at the forefront of next-generation aerospace technology. The achievement was celebrated at the company's R&D/Fabrication facility in Long Beach, where Mayor Rex Richardson joined the Mayman Aerospace engineering team to commemorate the occasion.

"These FAA certifications validate our commitment to developing safe, reliable ultra high-speed VTOL aircraft that meet the highest regulatory standards," said David Mayman, the company's Founder and CEO. "This achievement opens new possibilities for both commercial and government applications."

The TBX has already demonstrated its advanced capabilities through numerous successful autonomous operations at a Department of Defense airbase, marking a crucial milestone in the platform's development. Building on this success, the company announced plans to expand its testing program for the P100 model, which will help further validate the system's capabilities and performance in various operational scenarios.

Said Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson, "Companies such as Mayman Aerospace are the future of our civil and national aviation industries. We are thrilled to have them join our prestigious Long Beach community of cutting-edge technology pioneers."

The P100 family of aircraft is designed to deliver exceptional versatility and efficiency, incorporating advanced VTOL technology that enables operations in diverse environments without the need for traditional runway infrastructure.