Natilus Advances HORIZON EVO Toward FAA Certification with Major Design Enhancements
Natilus has unveiled significant upgrades to its blended-wing-body passenger aircraft, HORIZON EVO, as it prepares for FAA certification and future commercial fleet integration. Incorporating feedback from the FAA and global airline customers, the aircraft has evolved from a single-deck to a dual-deck configuration, improving safety, passenger experience, and operational efficiency. The redesigned layout enhances emergency egress, increases overhead storage and window availability, and supports faster turnaround times, while maintaining full compatibility with existing airport infrastructure.
Powered by PW1500G or CFM LEAP engines and capable of operating on Jet A or SAF, HORIZON EVO is designed to carry up to 250 passengers, combining fuel efficiency with operational practicality. Entry into service is targeted for the early 2030s. As global fleet demand accelerates, Natilus positions HORIZON EVO as a next-generation solution addressing airline economics, passenger comfort, and sustainability.
