Aircraft by type

specific classification for aircraft with a gross weight of 12,500 lb (5,670 kg) or less

unpowered fixed-wing aircraft

light aircraft for artillery observation and military communications

thumb|280px|Joby Aviation eVTOL in 2023 thumb|280px|Airbus CityAirbus eVTOL hovering An electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft is a category of VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) aircraft that uses electric power to hover, take off, and land vertically. This technology emerged due to significant advancements in the field of electric propulsion, encompassing motors, batteries, electronic controllers, and propellers. Concurrently, there was an emerging demand for new aerial vehicles capable of facilitating greener and quieter flights within the domain of Advanced Air Mobility

aircraft intended to fulfill multiple non-combat roles

airplane used for transportation to remote or underdeveloped destinations

seaplane that can dive underwater

aircraft with a maximum speed less than the speed of sound

training aircraft powered by a turbofan or turbojet engine, typically for military use

aircraft that can carry passengers or cargo