XTI Aerospace CEO Scott Pomeroy Publishes Forbes Article on the Future of VTOL and Advanced Air Mobility

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XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ:XTIA) CEO Scott Pomeroy has published an article in Forbes discussing the growing momentum of VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing) technology in the aerospace industry. The piece highlights how U.S. policy shifts, FAA certification frameworks, and global investment trends are transforming VTOL from concept to reality.

Pomeroy emphasizes that VTOL technology offers immediate solutions for various applications, including medivac, disaster response, business aviation, and logistics. The article discusses how VTOL systems can address current aviation challenges such as staffing shortages, congestion, and outdated control systems by providing a distributed, resilient alternative.

Aviation Industry at Inflection Point as Policy, Certification Standards, and Market Demand Align

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) ("XTI"), a pioneer in xVTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, today announced that its CEO, Scott Pomeroy, has published a new article in Forbes as part of his role on the Forbes Business Council. The article, "Why VTOL Technology Is Gaining Momentum In The Aerospace Industry" outlines how recent policy shifts, FAA certification framework progress, and global investment trends have moved vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft from concept to near-term reality.

In the piece, Pomeroy highlights a key turning point: U.S. policy has formally pivoted toward supporting next-generation aviation systems, with FAA certification pathways and infrastructure planning already underway. Far from being speculative, VTOL is operationally viable today—and poised to meet urgent needs in both commercial and government applications.

"The alignment of innovation, policy, and global demand creates a rare moment of strategic clarity. VTOL isn't a future ambition—it's a present solution, ready to transform how we move, deliver, and connect," Pomeroy writes.

Why It Matters

At a time when America's aviation backbone faces strain—staffing shortages, congestion, and outdated control systems—VTOL provides a distributed, resilient alternative that can relieve pressure and enhance national readiness. From medivac and disaster response to business aviation and logistics, VTOL technologies offer flexibility and dual-use resilience in both civilian and governmental applications.

Pomeroy also calls on investors and industry leaders to recognize the strategic opportunity in supporting VTOL and advanced air mobility. With executive direction established and regulatory standards evolving, the U.S. has a window to lead—but only if capital, infrastructure, and innovation align quickly.

XTI Aerospace's Perspective

XTI Aerospace views the vertical economy as central to the next century of aviation. By integrating manned and unmanned VTOL systems, advanced materials, and distributed airspace management, XTI is building toward a future where air mobility is more accessible, resilient, and transformative.

"This isn't about a niche market," said Pomeroy. "It's about building the aviation architecture of the future—one that is faster, more versatile, and more connected to the needs of people, businesses, and communities."

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About XTI Aerospace, Inc. 

XTI Aerospace (XTIAerospace.com) (Nasdaq: XTIA) is the parent company of XTI Aircraft Company, an aviation business based near Denver, Colorado, currently developing the TriFan 600, a fixed-wing business aircraft designed to have the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capability of a helicopter, maximum cruising speeds of over 300 mph and a range up to 1,000 miles, creating an entirely new category – the xVTOL. Additionally, the Inpixon (inpixon.com) business unit of XTI Aerospace is a leader in real-time location systems (RTLS) technology with customers around the world who use the Company's location intelligence solutions in factories and other industrial facilities to help optimize operations, increase productivity, and enhance safety. For more information about XTI, please visit XTIAerospace.com and follow XTI on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including without limitation, statements about the products under development by XTI, the advantages of XTI's technology and VTOL technology, and XTI's customers, plans and strategies are forward-looking statements.

Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including "believe," "continue," "could," "would," "will," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "target," "projects," or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar expressions. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are based upon estimates, forecasts, and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by XTI Aerospace and its management, are inherently uncertain, and many factors may cause the actual results to differ materially from current expectations which include, but are not limited to, changes in market demand for VTOL technology, changes in applicable laws or regulations, and the impact of the regulatory environment and complexities with compliance related to such environment. XTI undertakes no obligation to revise any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that might subsequently arise. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the risk factors discussed from time to time in XTI's filings with the SEC, including those factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in its most recent annual report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on April 15, 2025, and in subsequent reports filed with or furnished to the SEC.

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FAQ

What is the main focus of XTI Aerospace CEO Scott Pomeroy's Forbes article about VTOL technology?

The article focuses on how U.S. policy shifts, FAA certification frameworks, and global investment trends are making VTOL technology a near-term reality rather than a future concept.

What applications does XTI Aerospace (XTIA) envision for VTOL technology?

XTI Aerospace envisions VTOL technology being used for medivac, disaster response, business aviation, and logistics, offering flexibility in both civilian and governmental applications.

How does VTOL technology address current aviation industry challenges according to XTI Aerospace?

VTOL technology provides a distributed, resilient alternative to address challenges like staffing shortages, congestion, and outdated control systems in traditional aviation.

What is XTI Aerospace's (XTIA) vision for the future of aviation?

XTI Aerospace envisions a future where air mobility is more accessible, resilient, and transformative, integrating manned and unmanned VTOL systems, advanced materials, and distributed airspace management.