Skyryse Advances Towards FAA Certification with For-Credit Flight Testing
As the creator of SkyOS™, the world's first universal operating system for flight, Skyryse has been approved to enter for-credit flight testing with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
EL SEGUNDO, CA — As the creator of SkyOS™, the world's first universal operating system for flight, Skyryse has been approved to enter for-credit flight testing with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
As the first production helicopter to feature a single control stick and two touch screens, Skyryse One™ replaces conventional, complex mechanical flight controls with its SkyOS operating system, creating a streamlined, intuitive interface and fly-by-wire system that enhances safety in all flying conditions.
Built on a Rolls Royce-powered Robinson R66 platform, Skyryse One is a landmark advancement in aviation safety and pilot control. Entering FAA For-Credit Testing represents a critical milestone in FAA certification, ultimately paving the way for a new era of accessibility in general aviation, including private and commercial applications.
First announced in 2024, reservations for the first edition of Skyryse One sold out within six months. Skyryse One is scheduled to ship in 2026, and the company is continuing to accept reservations at $2,500 for the next edition of the Skyryse One aircraft, with final pricing based on customization and delivery preferences. To join the reservation list, visit skyryse.com/reserve.
“Our goal is to make aviation safer and more accessible for everyone – across personal, commercial, and military,” said Dr. Mark Groden, Founder and CEO of Skyryse. “Between signing a new agreement with the US Army this year, and now entering For-Credit Testing with the FAA, we’re gaining momentum toward scaling our aviation software across the industry. Starting for-credit flight testing with the FAA is not just a technical milestone — it’s a major step toward making aviation so simple and safe that anyone can fly any aircraft.”
In addition to accelerating its testing program for Skyryse One, Skyryse recently entered into an agreement with the U.S. Army to develop solutions to reduce time to train for pilots, increase interoperability between aircraft, and deliver optionally-piloted capability which could be applied to their fleet of 2,400 Black Hawk helicopters, among others.
As testing progresses, Skyryse continues working closely with the FAA to demonstrate the capabilities and reliability of SkyOS, bringing the company closer to certification and commercial availability.
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About Skyryse, Inc.
Founded in 2016, Skyryse® is an aviation software company ushering in a new era in flight safety. Its proprietary technology, SkyOS™ is a universal operating system for flight – which powers their first aircraft, the Skyryse One™ – giving pilots greater control by simplifying the management of an aircraft during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies. Named as one of the best transportation designs by Fast Company, Skyryse has secured partnerships with the Air Methods, Ace Aeronautics, United Rotorcraft and the US Army. To date, Skyryse has raised more than $300 million from leading investors, including Fidelity Management & Research Company, Monashee Investment Management, Positive Sum, ArrowMark Partners, Venrock, Eclipse Ventures, Cantos, Stanford University, and Bill Ford, Executive Chair, Ford Motor Company. For more information on Skyryse and SkyOS, please visit skyryse.com or visit YouTube to see Skyryse in action.
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