AIR Reports $1 Billion Order Backlog for Electric Aircraft

26 March, 2026

Backlog driven by thousands of pre-orders for the AIR ONE personal eVTOL and initial cargo drone sales; reservations require a $1,000 refundable deposit, with deliveries subject to regulatory approval

Israeli eVTOL developer AIR says it has surpassed $1 billion in its order backlog, driven primarily by early demand for its personal electric aircraft, the AIR ONE.

According to the company, the backlog includes approximately 3,290 pre-orders for the two-seat AIR ONE, alongside more than 25 orders for unmanned cargo aircraft.

At the same time, AIR reported revenues of over $35 million, largely generated from the sale and delivery of heavy-lift unmanned aerial systems (UAS), ground control stations, spare parts, and service packages—segments where the company is already making customer deliveries.

The AIR ONE is a two-seat electric aircraft designed for personal use. It is expected to offer a range of around 160 kilometers, a top speed of up to 250 km/h, and a payload capacity of approximately 250 kilograms. AIR positions the platform as an intercity personal mobility solution, emphasizing simplified operation, multiple safety systems, and a digital control layer aimed at enabling use by non-professional pilots.

Orders for the aircraft are based on a pre-order model, under which customers place a $1,000 refundable deposit to secure a future delivery slot. Actual deliveries will depend on regulatory progress and the company’s transition to serial production.

Beyond the consumer market, AIR is also active in cargo aviation and defense-related applications. The company has already delivered cargo platforms to customers, including defense and logistics organizations, and is continuing to develop additional capabilities in this segment.

In recent months, AIR completed the establishment of its first production line in Israel, enabling the parallel assembly of multiple aircraft as part of its ramp-up strategy.

The company is also advancing regulatory processes in the United States, including engagement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), while working to expand its footprint in the U.S. market.

“The rapid expansion of the smart aircraft market, combined with AIR’s capabilities, is expected to reshape the future of efficient and accessible transportation,” said founder and CEO Rani Plaut. “Our mission is to make aviation routine and accessible, bridging private, commercial, and defense use cases.”

[Image: AIR ONE two-seat electric aircraft prototype. Credit: AIR]

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