Vertical Aerospace (NYSE: EVTL) director Brown reports initial stock and RSU holdings

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Vertical Aerospace Ltd. director James Keith Brown filed an initial ownership report showing his equity stake in the company. He directly holds 21,679 shares of common stock and 10,832 restricted stock units, each representing one share of common stock. The restricted stock units will vest on June 30, 2026, and have no expiration date, indicating a time-based component to his compensation.

SEC Form 3

FORM 3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Brown James Keith

(Last) (First) (Middle)

UNIT 1 CAMWAL COURT, CHAPEL STREET

(Street)

BRISTOL BS2 0UW

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
03/18/2026

3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Vertical Aerospace Ltd. [ EVTL ]

3a. Foreign Trading Symbol

5. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

4. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director		10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4)	2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4)	3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5)	4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Common Stock	21,679	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4)	2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4)		4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5)	6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units	(1)	(1)	Common Stock	10,832	$0.00	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. The restricted stock units will vest on June 30, 2026, and have no expiration date.

Remarks:

Exhibit 24 - Power of Attorney

	/s/ Darragh Hanley-Crofts as Attorney-in-Fact	03/18/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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FAQ

What does the Form 3 filing by James Keith Brown at EVTL show?

The Form 3 filing discloses director James Keith Brown’s existing equity holdings in Vertical Aerospace Ltd., including common shares and restricted stock units. It is an initial ownership statement and does not reflect new buying or selling activity in the company’s stock.

How many EVTL common shares does James Keith Brown hold?

James Keith Brown directly holds 21,679 shares of Vertical Aerospace Ltd. common stock. This figure represents his reported position following the filing date and provides a baseline view of his direct ownership as a company director at that time.

How many restricted stock units in EVTL does James Keith Brown report?

He reports 10,832 restricted stock units, each tied to one share of Vertical Aerospace common stock. These units form part of his equity-based compensation and contribute to his potential future ownership once they vest according to the stated schedule.

When do James Keith Brown’s EVTL restricted stock units vest?

The restricted stock units are scheduled to vest on June 30, 2026. Vesting means the units convert into shares of common stock if the time-based condition is met, aligning the director’s compensation with the company’s long-term performance horizon.

Does this EVTL Form 3 indicate insider buying or selling activity?

No, the Form 3 reflects existing holdings rather than new transactions. The entries are classified as holdings with unknown transaction codes, showing Brown’s positions in common stock and restricted stock units without reporting recent purchases or sales.