Aviation News – Wisk Aero has successfully completed the first flight of its Generation 6 autonomous electric aircraft in California.
The milestone brings the company closer to introducing the first certified, passenger-carrying autonomous eVTOL aircraft in the United States.
The flight took place on December 16, 2025, at Wisk’s flight test facility in Hollister, California. Based in Mountain View, Wisk Aero said the achievement marks a pivotal step in its certification journey, as the Generation 6 aircraft is the platform submitted under its active type certification application. Wisk remains the only company to have designed, built, and flown six generations of eVTOL aircraft.
During the initial test, the aircraft completed vertical takeoff, hover, and stabilized flight maneuvers. These early tests are designed to validate core flight systems and software before moving into a broader flight test campaign. The Generation 6 aircraft integrates autonomous controls intended to bolt safety, redundancy, and reliability into every phase of flight.
“This first flight is a critical validation of our aircraft and a major step toward delivering safe, autonomous air mobility,” Wisk said, underscoring the importance of the milestone for certification and commercial readiness.
Looking ahead, the successful flight clears the path for expanded testing and continued engagement with regulators. As the certification process advances, Wisk aims to demonstrate that autonomous eVTOL aircraft can meet the rigorous safety standards required for passenger operations in U.S. airspace.
The Generation 6 first flight signals tangible progress in autonomous aviation. With testing now underway, Wisk moves closer to redefining short-range air travel and setting a new benchmark for certified, pilotless passenger aircraft.
