Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL)

Vertical take-off and landing describes aircraft that can take off and land vertically; hybrid VTOL drones combine rotors for take-off with wings for cruise.

What is Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL)?

VTOL designs avoid the need for runways.

Related terms

• Fixed-Wing Drone
• Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL)

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