Hop Flyt, Inc.

09/10/2026

We’re excited to share that HopFlyt has received a $500,000 investment from TEDCO’s Venture Funds.

This support will help us continue development of autonomous, long-range, hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft, while advancing our mission to combine the reach of fixed-wing aviation with the flexibility of vertical flight.

Thank you to TEDCO for its continued investment in HopFlyt and Maryland innovation.

Read the announcement:

The MyTEDCO portal is your centralized hub to apply for funding and seamlessly manage your venture's engagement with Maryland's innovation ecosystem.

01/16/2026

What's it like to experience a vertical landing in a HopFlyt aircraft?

Fast. Efficient. Stable.

Climb aboard our subscale research aircraft as it performs an approach, transition, and vertical landing. Our novel and patent protected design creates an aircraft that can stop on a dime, then land with precision and control.

11/10/2025

Since 1775, the United States Marine Corps has shaped history — from the shores of Tripoli to the skies above the modern battlefield.

For 250 years, Marines have led with honor, courage, and commitment.

Today, we honor the legacy and generations of Marines who have stood ready to defend our nation, including our founder and CEO Rob Winston.

Happy 250th Birthday, United States Marine Corps.
Semper Fidelis.

09/19/2025

Here at HopFlyt, we are building tomorrow's vertical lift solutions, today. Are you ready for takeoff?

09/15/2025

HopFlyt is proud to support Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore as a local community partner!

SALISBURY, Md. — Junior Achievement is inviting the community to a special event called Bites and Flights, a firsthand look at how the organization is empowering students this Thursday. Erin Williamson, advancement director at Junior Achievement, said, “At JA, we are all about experiential learn...

08/19/2025

National Aviation Day is celebrated on August 19th to mark the birthday of the great American aviation pioneer Orville Wright, who, with his brother Wilbur, became the first humans to achieve powered flight.

This , HopFlyt is proud to continue the time honored tradition of American innovation in aviation through the development of next generation aircraft.

06/27/2025

Are we seeing double!?

This week, HopFlyt's design lead Clark Fuller wheeled out Squall Flight Test Article #02. This aircraft is designed as a fully autonomous performance research tool - providing our engineering team with critical data as we develop the world's most advanced hybrid-electric VTOL UAS.

06/03/2025

HopFlyt wants to thank Aviation Week for featuring the hybrid-electric Cyclone UAS, and especially highlighting our world class partners helping to power this effort:

UAV Turbines: Miami based UAV Turbines is developing the world’s most advanced turbogenerator-based hybrid electric power systems. The Monarch 5 turbogenerator will serve as the powerplant for the Cyclone UAS, providing critical power to enable long range flight operations.

Aerodine Composites: Indianapolis based Aerodine Composites delivers innovative and high-performance manufacturing solutions to industries ranging from motorsports, to aerospace and defense. Aerodine will leverage their expertise in advanced tooling and composite structures to fabricate the Cyclone's airframe and develop scaling solutions.

Sentinel Robotic Solutions, LLC: Virginia based SRS brings together a team with deep ties in the UAS industry. SRS will contribute expertise in avionics, communications, networked systems, ground control, flight test, and range support in development of the Cyclone UAS.

Four small U.S. companies have joined forces to produce a hybrid-electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing uncrewed cargo aircraft.

05/29/2025

Introducing the Cyclone UAS: The world’s most advanced, fully autonomous, VTOL aircraft.

HopFlyt’s Cyclone UAS is the ultimate answer to the critical logistics challenge. Combining advanced aerodynamic design with the most efficient hybrid-electric power system in its class, Cyclone brings revolutionary cost savings to long range logistics missions traditionally operated by helicopters. Designed for operations in demanding offshore and maritime environments, Cyclone’s internal storage allows it to carry 250lbs of internal cargo or fly over 800mi (12hrs+) with a vertical takeoff and landing.

Want to learn more about the Cyclone? Visit us at www.hopflyt.com/aircraft