Volocopter
Founded 2011 · 178 employees on LinkedIn · 4 known investors
Volocopter manufactures electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility, including air taxis and passenger aircraft designed to reduce city congestion and emissions. The company develops all-electric aviation solutions serving metropolitan transit markets globally.
Founders & leadership
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Liqun (Frank) ZhangChief Executive Officer (CEO)
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David Bausek
Investors · 4
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2 people who came through Volocopter went on to found or lead other companies.
Competitors · 6
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Air EV154 shared keywordsAIR develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft designed with modular architecture for autonomy, electric propulsion, and multi-industry applications. The company serves cargo operators and logistics customers, with aircraft in production as of 2025.
Liftaircraft132 shared keywordsLIFT Aircraft develops a new type of personal, electric vertical-takeoff aircraft and operates an experiential entertainment business that lets everyday people fly. It aims to make personal, vertical flight accessible beyond traditional pilots.
Archer Aviation95 shared keywordsArcher Aviation is an aircraft manufacturer developing commercial aviation technology, including certification and defense applications.
EVE Mobility94 shared keywordsEve Air Mobility develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility, combining electric propulsion with human-centric design. The company also provides comprehensive operations services, maintenance, training, and air traffic management systems to support eVTOL operators and the broader urban air mobility ecosystem.
Amprius93 shared keywordsAmprius develops and manufactures silicon-anode lithium-ion battery cells that deliver high energy density. The company operates in the advanced battery and energy storage industry.
Joby Aviation (NYSE: JOBY)79 shared keywordsJoby develops electric aircraft for urban air mobility and air taxi services. The company builds eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft for commercial operations and has received FAA Part 135 certification to operate as an air carrier.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Volocopter do?
- Volocopter manufactures electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility, including air taxis and passenger aircraft designed to reduce city congestion and emissions. The company develops all-electric aviation solutions serving metropolitan transit markets globally.
- Who are Volocopter's investors?
- Volocopter's investors include Manta Ray Ventures, MS&AD Ventures, NTT DOCOMO Ventures, Micron Ventures.