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Jul 31, 2026
FAA MOSAIC Milestone Marks a Major Step Forward for Personal Flight
The FAA's MOSAIC framework is now fully in effect, establishing a defined regulatory framework for qualifying two seat electric powered-lift aircraft and reinforcing Doroni's long held vision for the future of personal flight.
There are moments that move an entire industry forward. We believe this is one of them.
The Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) framework is now fully in effect for light sport electric powered-lift aircraft, establishing a defined regulatory framework and accepted technical standards for manufacturers developing qualifying two seat electric powered-lift aircraft, including aircraft such as the Doroni H1-X.
For Doroni Aerospace, this is more than a regulatory milestone. It is an important step toward the future we have been building from the very beginning.
A Vision That Started Years Ago
When Doroni began developing the H1-X, much of the advanced air mobility industry focused on larger commercial air taxi aircraft designed for fleet operators.
We believed there was another opportunity.
Our vision was that the future of aviation would not only be about transporting passengers through commercial fleets. It would also be about giving individuals the freedom to own and fly their own aircraft.
That belief shaped every major decision we made.
From day one, the H1-X was designed as a two seat personal aircraft with one mission: making personal flight practical, safe and accessible.
Today, the regulatory framework has evolved in a direction that closely aligns with that vision.
Why This Milestone Matters
For years, one of the biggest questions facing the personal electric powered-lift industry was how aircraft like the H1-X would ultimately move through certification.
With MOSAIC now fully in effect and the FAA announcing the applicable consensus standards for this new category, manufacturers have a clearer regulatory framework to work toward certification for qualifying light sport electric powered-lift aircraft.
This milestone provides greater clarity for companies developing personal aircraft and represents an important step forward for the industry as a whole.
What This Means for the H1-X
This announcement does not mean the H1-X is certified.
Like every aircraft manufacturer, we still have significant work ahead. Engineering, testing, manufacturing validation and certification activities remain essential before the H1-X can enter service.
What has changed is that one of the industry's biggest regulatory uncertainties now has a defined framework.
Rather than wondering what the certification path might look like, our team can continue advancing the H1-X within a clearer regulatory environment.
Looking Ahead
Our focus remains exactly where it has always been: building a safe, practical aircraft that can make personal flight an everyday reality.
We continue to advance the H1-X through engineering development, third party validation and prototype development, with multiple flying prototypes targeted for 2027.
This FAA milestone does not change our mission. It strengthens our confidence that we are building the right aircraft for the future of personal flight.
To every investor, supporter and future customer who has believed in this vision, thank you.
Your support has helped bring us to this point, and we look forward to sharing many more milestones as we continue progressing toward certification and bringing the H1-X to market.
Together, we are making personal flight a reality.

