AutoFlight V5000 Matrix Concludes 'Heterogeneous Three-Aircraft Formation' Flight, Officially Kicks Off Airworthiness Certification

AutoFlight has completed a heterogeneous three‑aircraft formation flight, combining one V5000 Matrix with two V2000‑series eVTOLs, validating key capabilities across 5‑ton and 2‑ton platforms. The mission demonstrated communication links, route planning, flight coordination and safety control, showcasing system integration for low‑altitude logistics, emergency response, maritime support and regional transport networks. The V5000 Matrix targets heavy‑lift, long‑range, point‑to‑point missions, while its transition flight earlier in 2026 led to the V5000CGH entering airworthiness certification, with a 5,700 kg MTOW, 1.5‑ton payload, 14 m³ cargo hold, 280 km/h cruise speed and 1,500 km range.