SkyDrive in Motion: Testing Across Japan’s Diverse Landscapes

By Joe Macey / 21 Feb 2026
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SKYDRIVE (SD-05) is undergoing extensive flight testing across diverse locations in Japan. It includes the Expo 2025 venue, the Osakako Vertiport in an urban setting, the mountain test field in Toyota city, Aichi, and the large test field situated next to the ocean in Yamaguchi. SKYDRIVE’s rigorous testing program, which spans various environments, signifies a steady and significant leap forward in our mission to develop safe, reliable aircraft.

Posted by Joe Macey Joseph Macey is a Content Specialist at Advanced Air Mobility International, focusing on emerging aviation technologies since joining in 2022. He has particular expertise in eVTOLs, vertiports, and propulsion systems. A graduate of Falmouth University in Journalism, Joseph began his career in 2019 as a local reporter. His journalism experience sharpens both his reporting and interview skills, enabling him to deliver well-informed, authoritative insights on the latest trends in the aviation sector. Connect