Vertical Aerospace Appoints Defence Technology Pioneer and Former FLIR CEO Andrew Teich to Its Board of Directors

Stuart Simpson, CEO of Vertical Aerospace

“Andy understands both what advanced technology can do and what defence customers need it to deliver. He has taken innovations from development into demanding operational environments, experience that will help us make better decisions about where to take our technology and how to turn its potential into commercial opportunities.”

Stuart Simpson, CEO of Vertical Aerospace

“With Fabrice, Clyde, Marc and Andy, we have brought together leaders who have delivered aircraft programmes, built technology businesses and served military customers. Their experience is invaluable as we bring our products to market. Andy’s decision to join, following these recent appointments, says a great deal about how people who have built and led major aerospace, defence and technology businesses view Vertical. Each of them sees the growth potential in our aircraft, our technology and our team.”

Andrew Teich, Non-Executive Director of Vertical Aerospace

“My experience at FLIR taught me to look beyond the development milestones to what proprietary technology can deliver in operational service. That is what attracts me to Vertical: a highly capable team, Valo’s certification programme targeting the highest safety standard in the eVTOL category, and an architecture designed to accommodate a hybrid-electric powertrain, opening up clear defence and dual-use applications. I believe the market has yet to recognise the full value of that combination.”

Andrew Teich, Non-Executive Director of Vertical Aerospace

“My immediate focus will be working with Fabrice, the Board and the leadership team, alongside Jefferies, to bring in the right strategic or financial partners to support Vertical through certification and into commercialisation.”