HayesX Announces Debut of the HayesX-250 Flying Vehicle at SEMA, Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary
HayesX today announced that it will unveil the HayesX-250 at the SEMA Show, taking place November 3–6, 2026, in Las Vegas, commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. The HayesX-250 is an electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft designed to showcase a new approach to personal flight.
With the tagline “Where Dreams Take Flight,” the HayesX-250 is intended to appeal to enthusiasts at the forefront of automotive and aviation innovation, as well as individuals seeking a more accessible way to experience personal flight. In the United States, the HayesX-250 is designed to operate under the FAA Part 103 regulations for ultralight vehicles, meaning no pilot license is required, provided operations comply with applicable FAA regulations.
Designed and built in Las Vegas, Nevada, the HayesX-250 reflects a family aviation heritage rooted in the U.S. Air Force and the SR-71 program. Safety has been a central focus throughout the aircraft’s development, with features including a Formula 1-inspired protective roll cage, aviation-grade materials, validated manufacturing processes, and multiple layers of system redundancy.
For more information about HayesX and HayesX-250, visit www.hayesx.net.
2026 DELIVERY
Let HayesX-250 eVTOL change the way you see the world.
Fly without a pilot license in a fully FAA Part 103 compliant craft. Built in the US, HayesX-250 is engineered and manufactured with aviation grade materials. It has one of the highest safety standards in the category, with its whole-craft parachute clearance as low as ten meters. Order now in time for 2026 delivery.
Potential Use Cases
SEARCH AND RESCUE
Save lives with an agile and quick response time.
Locate climbers in difficult terrain.
Provide early triage and emergency first aid.
AERIAL SURVEY & PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional tool that can be used to enhance satellite imagery and aerial photography and
Assist developers in maximizing the development potential of land.
AGRICULTURE
HayesX could be used for farm management as an aerial farmhand.
Quickly and easily check your herd, crops, boundary lines or fencing.
EVERYONE IS
A PILOT
FAA 14 CFR PART 103 (US)
HayesX-250 eVTOL is fully FAA Part 103 compliant.
Key Aspects of FAA Part 103:
Vehicle Definition: Vehicles must be have a single seat, be under 254 lbs empty weight (powered), and have a top speed of 63mph.
Operating Rules:
Airspace: Generally restricted to uncontrolled airspace (Class G).
Visibility: Must maintain visual reference with the surface.
Congested Areas: Operations over congested areas are prohibited.
Right of Way: Ultralights must yield right-of-way to all other aircraft.
Time: Operations are limited to daylight hours.
Pilot Requirements: No airman certificate, license, or medical certificate is required for the operator.
Equipment/Registration: No FAA registration, airworthiness certificate, or inspection is required for the vehicle.
Let Your Dream Take Flight
Order a HayesX-250
We are now taking limited orders for 2026 holiday delivery. Reserve yours today with a fully refundable deposit.