Volocopter has officially unveiled the VoloXPro, an electrically powered ultralight multicopter designed for both professional pilot training and private air sports applications.
Based in Bruchsal, Volocopter developed the aircraft using a modular platform that incorporates components from the existing VoloCity model, which was designed for air taxi and emergency services. This shared architecture allows the VoloXPro to maintain safety structures comparable to commercial airliners, a standard previously uncommon in the ultralight category. By leveraging these shared systems and targeting ultralight certification, the company aims to offer the aircraft at a competitive price point for both commercial operators and private individuals.
The aircraft’s modular nature supports various technical configurations, ranging from minimalist cockpit setups for cost-efficient flight schools to high-end versions for professional operators. Users can customize features including single-stick fly-by-wire controls, single-screen glass cockpits, collision warning assistance systems, and various battery options to suit specific mission requirements. The system is designed to provide stable, repeatable flight performance while reducing pilot workload through advanced flight-assistance technology.
David Bausek stated, “With the ultralight VoloXPro, electric multicopter flying at the safety standard of a passenger aircraft — at the price of a luxury car — will become possible for private customers and commercial operators. Thanks to the fly-by-wire control system, flying is easier than ever before, and all of it is low-noise and emissions-free.”
Beyond its role in conventional air sports and sightseeing, the multicopter is intended to serve as a bridge to next-generation aviation. Its fully electric propulsion and fly-by-wire architecture enable a seamless transition for pilots moving toward emerging eVTOL aircraft. This makes it a strategic tool for flight schools and flying clubs looking to prepare students for the demands of modern air mobility.
Developed throughout 2025 in collaboration with Diamond Aircraft, the VoloXPro features 18 rotors and a dual-seat configuration. The technical specifications include a maximum takeoff mass of 600 kg with a 154 kg payload, achieving a cruise speed of 70 km/h and a maximum range of 40 km. Publicly introduced at AERO 2026 in Friedrichshafen, the aircraft is currently slated for certification in Germany and other European markets by the end of 2026.
