TOYOTA, Japan, January 28, 2025 – SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, announced the signing of a strategic partnership with JetSetGo Aviation Services Pvt. Ltd (“JetSetGo”) to explore new business structures, initially in the state of Gujarat and potentially in other locations across India. JetSetGo, one of India’s largest private jet operators, has also agreed to pre-order 50 units of the eVTOL “SKYDRIVE” (*2), which will be SkyDrive’s first commercially certified eVTOL. The agreement between SkyDrive and JetSetGo was facilitated by Suzuki Motor Corporation (“Suzuki”) under the business and technical collaboration agreement previously signed by Suzuki and SkyDrive. (*3).

SkyDrive has been exploring the development of the Indian market and potential use cases in India since 2022. SkyDrive established a strategic partnership (*4) with the Government of Gujarat in January 2024 with the aim of combatting the various issues affecting the transportation sector in India, including the large volume of greenhouse gas emissions caused by road traffic and other forms of transport, and also the long-standing issue of extreme urban congestion.

JetSetGo, a leading private jet operator in India, sees collaboration with SkyDrive as a bold leap into the future of sustainable aviation. The pre-order of 50 eVTOL aircraft aligns with JetSetGo’s long-term vision of providing efficient, eco-friendly travel solutions while tackling critical issues such as urban congestion and the environmental impact of current mobility solutions. By introducing eVTOL aircraft to India, JetSetGo aims to not only redefine the passenger experience but also set the standard for the next generation of air travel.

Through this strategic partnership, JetSetGo and SkyDrive are coming together to introduce eVTOL technology in India. Under the project, JetSetGo and SkyDrive will assess the potential for commercially viable eVTOL operations centered around the wider Ahmedabad area, as well as possibilities for the further expansion of route networks to encompass other locations within Gujarat and further afield. Together, both parties will explore market opportunities and assess the demand for eVTOL services. The partnership sets the stage for the wider adoption of air taxis in India, transforming urban mobility with eco-friendly, fast, and accessible transportation solutions.

Source : Skydrive