Safran to Supply SkyNaute Navigation Systems for Eve Air Mobility’s eVTOL Aircraft

Safran to Supply SkyNaute Navigation Systems for Eve Air Mobility’s eVTOL Aircraft

(IN BRIEF) Safran Electronics & Defense has been selected to supply its SkyNaute inertial navigation system for Eve Air Mobility’s eVTOL aircraft. Each aircraft will be equipped with two SkyNaute systems. SkyNaute is a hybrid inertial navigation system based on Safran’s patented HRG Crystal hemispherical resonant gyroscope technology. It is designed to deliver accurate, reliable and resilient navigation, including in situations where GNSS signals are unavailable, degraded or jammed. The agreement supports Eve Air Mobility’s development of electric urban air mobility solutions. Eve recently completed the hover and low-speed flight phase of its full-scale eVTOL prototype at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto test facility in São Paulo, accumulating nearly two and a half hours of flight time.

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, 22-Jul-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Safran Electronics & Defense has been selected to supply its next-generation SkyNaute inertial navigation system for the electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft being developed by Eve Air Mobility.

Eve Air Mobility, an Embraer subsidiary, is focused on urban air mobility solutions and is developing an eVTOL aircraft designed to support a new generation of cleaner and more sustainable transport.

Under the programme, Safran will equip each Eve aircraft with two SkyNaute systems.

SkyNaute is a hybrid inertial navigation system based on Safran’s patented HRG Crystal technology, which uses a hemispherical resonant gyroscope.

The system is designed for demanding aeronautical applications and combines high navigation accuracy, integrity and proven in-service reliability.

Safran said SkyNaute’s next-generation architecture provides strong performance and robust navigation continuity, including in environments where Global Navigation Satellite System signals may be unavailable, degraded or jammed.

This capability is particularly important for urban air mobility operations, where aircraft require high levels of safety, reliability and navigation resilience.

SkyNaute was initially developed to meet demanding requirements in both defence and civil aviation applications. Safran said the technology reflects its dual-use approach to advanced inertial navigation.

Benjamin Declety, Head of Avionics Global Business Unit at Safran Electronics & Defense, said Safran is applying its inertial navigation expertise to the next generation of civil aviation.

“With SkyNaute, Safran Electronics & Defense is now leveraging its inertial navigation expertise to serve the next generation of civil aviation,” said Declety.

He added that Safran is proud to support Eve Air Mobility in the development of its eVTOL aircraft and contribute to the emergence of new urban air mobility solutions.

Johann Bordais, Chief Executive Officer of Eve Air Mobility, said integrating an advanced navigation system such as SkyNaute is essential for maximising the safety, reliability and performance of the company’s eVTOL aircraft.

He said Safran’s recognised expertise in inertial navigation strengthens Eve’s aircraft architecture and reinforces its commitment to delivering a robust and certifiable solution for the urban air mobility market.

Eve Air Mobility recently completed the hover and low-speed flight phase in the flight test campaign of its full-scale eVTOL prototype at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto test facility in the State of São Paulo.

The prototype has accumulated nearly two and a half hours of flight time.

The milestone marks an important step in the development of electric and urban aviation, supporting progress toward cleaner and more sustainable mobility solutions.

About Eve Air Mobility

Eve Air Mobility is dedicated to accelerating the Urban Air Mobility (UAM) ecosystem. Benefitting from a start-up mindset, backed by Embraer’s 56-year history of aerospace expertise, and with a singular focus, Eve is taking a holistic approach to advancing the UAM ecosystem, with an advanced eVTOL project, a comprehensive global services and support network and a unique air traffic management solution. Eve is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (EVEX; EVEXW) and the São Paulo Stock Exchange (EVEB31), where its shares of common stock, public warrants and Brazilian Depository Receipts are traded.

For more information, please visit www.eveairmobility.com

About Safran

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with more than 110,000 employees and revenue of 31.3 billion euros in 2025, and holds, alone or in partnership, global or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and Innovation roadmaps. Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.

Safran Electronics & Defense is a high-technology industrial company operating in the aerospace, defense, and space sectors. For over 100 years, the company has been designing, developing, and manufacturing equipment and services for both civil and military clients – on land, at sea, in the air and in space. A leader in its markets, Safran Electronics & Defense offers cutting-edge solutions in avionics, critical electronics, optronics, inertial navigation, precise timing, guidance, actuation, flight controls, satellite engines, and artificial intelligence for industry and defense. Our 19,000 employees across five continents are proud to support their customers, States and their armed forces, in strengthening their autonomy and sovereignty, and to contribute to the safety of air transport passengers.

Media Contacts:

Lucie Bâton
Safran Electronics & Defense
+33 6 30 27 71 41
lucie.baton@safrangroup.com

Communications and Social Media Lead
Rodrigo Flores
EVE AIR MOBILITY
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rodrigo.flores@eveairmobility.com

SOURCE: Safran