AIR ONE Set to Become First eVTOL Certified as Light Sport Aircraft Following FAA Approval of MOSAIC Rule
- Gil Charnes
- Jul 24
- 2 min read
We’re proud to share a major milestone for AIR and the entire aviation community: the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially approved the long-anticipated Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) rule. This landmark decision clears the way for AIR ONE to become the first electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft qualified as a Light Sport Aircraft (LSA).
A Milestone for Personal Aviation
From the start, AIR ONE was designed to meet rigorous FAA safety and certification standards. This approval puts AIR on a clear path to certify and deliver AIR ONE as a personal eVTOL aircraft — allowing us to manufacture and sell directly to customers for the first time.
Unlike previous rules written for traditional fixed-wing or rotary aircraft, the MOSAIC update finally recognizes modern technologies such as distributed electric propulsion and fly-by-wire flight controls, reflecting the progress our industry has made.
A Team Effort, Years in the Making
This achievement is the result of years of close collaboration with the FAA, ASTM, and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). Our sincere thanks go out to Matthew Smith, AIR’s Director of Airworthiness and Certification, and Shirry Knitel Manor, Program & Airworthiness Manager, for their leadership, persistence, and technical guidance. Their work helped ensure that forward-thinking aircraft like AIR ONE are included in the new certification standards.
What This Means for the Future of Flight
This rule change marks a turning point for eVTOLs in the U.S., signaling that regulators recognize the unique safety, accessibility, and simplicity these new aircraft can bring to the skies.
While many players in the space are focused on urban air taxis, AIR remains committed to personal aviation — an underserved sector with massive potential. At the same time, we are actively expanding our capabilities in uncrewed logistics, using our proven technology to support cargo and supply chain needs.
With this regulatory update, our vision for accessible, electric personal flight is closer than ever to becoming reality.