Wisk Aero has unveiled the first images of its upcoming Generation 6 aircraft, now under construction. The new craft features a yellow fuselage closely resembling the configuration seen in earlier mockups, with some noticeable deviations, including a rear door larger than initially proposed and an additional aperture at the rear of the fuselage, potentially serving as an access hatch.
In a post on social media, Wisk teased its progress: “In 2024, we rolled up our sleeves. From Mountain View to Montreal, our dedicated team worked together to build our first Generation 6 aircraft. We’re incredibly proud of all that we’ve accomplished this year and for what comes next. In 2025, we FLY!”
Wisk’s CEO Brian Yutko had previously discussed the development during the Farnborough International Airshow in July, noting the company’s focus on the building and testing phases. At that time, the wing of the first prototype was in final assembly at Wisk’s Mountain View facility. While the company had hoped for a first flight by the end of 2024, that timeline will not be met.
The eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft, designed for four passengers, employs a lift-and-cruise configuration, with 12 electrically driven propellers mounted on high wings. The aircraft is expected to cruise at speeds of 110-120 knots, flying at altitudes between 2,500 and 4,000 feet above ground level, with a range of up to 90 miles, including reserves. Unlike its Western competitors, Wisk’s eVTOL will be remotely piloted with human oversight.
First unveiled in October 2022, Wisk’s sixth-generation craft is the latest evolution of its eVTOL concept. The company’s previous CEO, Gary Gysin, described it as “the culmination of years of hard work” and technological advancement.
Wisk Aero’s history traces back to 2010, when Google co-founder Larry Page funded Zee Aero, which later merged with Kitty Hawk to form Wisk. In 2022, Wisk became a fully-owned subsidiary of Boeing. The company is recognized for being one of the first to complete a full transition of its eVTOL prototype, and its current design is positioned as a candidate for autonomous type certification by the FAA.
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