In early May, ballot papers shaped the political landscape of the South West as voters cast their ballots. From Wiltshire to Cornwall, five local government elections unfolded, with Reform UK gaining traction and securing 66 councillors across the region. Labour,...
Welcome to WEAF – The West of England Aerospace Forum
The leading association for aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing in the South West.
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For over 20 years, WEAF has been a central hub for the Aerospace, Defence and Advanced Manufacturing communities. We’ve long been a platform for sharing industry information, networking, funding, connectivity and events, driving businesses forward across the board.
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South West Elections Set Stage for Change

Announcement of new Hybrid-Electric VTOL programme
Vertical recently announced our hybrid-electric VX4 VTOL program — a new variant of our aircraft designed for missions that demand more range, payload, and resilience. Built on our all-electric VX4 and powered by Vertical’s world-class battery technology, the hybrid...