eVTOL developer Horizon Aircraft has appointed John Wyzykowski as a Technical Expert.
John Wyzykowski brings decades of experience in advanced aerospace propulsion systems and joins Horizon Aircraft from Lilium where he served as Head of Propulsion. His expertise in propulsion system design, integration, and optimization will play a crucial role in refining and optimizing the Cavorite X7’s hybrid-electric propulsion architecture.
A recognized leader in propulsion innovation, Wyzykowski has a deep understanding of gas turbine and fully electric propulsion architectures, with specialized knowledge in power density, thermal management, and system redundancy—key challenges in eVTOL design. His appointment is the latest in a series of strategic hires as Horizon Aircraft expands its engineering team to accelerate the testing and development of its revolutionary eVTOL platform.
Tom Brassington, CTO of Horizon Aircraft, said, “John’s expertise in propulsion systems is second to none. His experience in both traditional and next-generation aerospace powerplants will help us push the boundaries of hybrid-electric flight. As we advance towards commercialization, his contributions will be invaluable in ensuring that the Cavorite X7 delivers the best possible combination of efficiency, performance, and reliability.”
John Wyzykowski added, “I am thrilled to be working with the Horizon Aircraft team. The Cavorite X7 is one of the most exciting eVTOL platforms in development today, offering a truly innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system that balances power, range, and operational flexibility. I look forward to contributing my expertise to help bring this groundbreaking Canadian aircraft to market.”
With Wyzykowski’s leadership in propulsion technology, Horizon Aircraft is poised to push the boundaries of hybrid-electric flight, ensuring the Cavorite X7 delivers exceptional efficiency, reliability, and performance in the rapidly evolving advanced air mobility sector.
