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VINI – A New Startup in On-Demand Regional Aviation
November 10, 2025
Vini, a Germany based start-up harnessing the power of AI, is pioneering an exciting new paradigm in commercial aviation – on demand regional aviation. Formally known as FlyvBird, Vini successfully launched flight operations in Germany this September and is now offering a number of regional connections. Embraer-X, Embraer’s market accelerator acts as an incubator providing support to develop groundbreaking ideas into sustainable businesses.
Embraer-X is supporting Vini on their mission to bring their innovative AI driven platform to market, one that aligns perfectly with Embraer's vision for a more connected and sustainable aviation future, as embodied by the Energia family of concepts.
The Launch and a New Identity
This September, VINI initiated its first passenger flights, connecting German cities Friedrichshafen and Mönchengladbach. The launch, which followed a fully-booked test flight, marks a significant milestone in making regional air travel more accessible. Operating a 12 passenger capacity aircraft, the company served four sectors on its first day, validating its unique data-driven approach.
The company also unveiled its new brand, VINI, inspired by the vibrant and adaptable lorikeet bird. This new identity reflects the company's dynamic and agile approach to conquering the unoccupied market of on-demand regional travel.
An Innovative, AI-Powered Model
VINI's business model is built on a proprietary, AI-powered booking platform that efficiently pools decentralized travel demand. By analyzing over 30,000 organic search requests even before launch, the system identifies and activates routes on-demand, offering competitive prices and connecting currently underserved communities through a vast network of underutilized airfields. This asset-light approach is primarily targeting business travelers, promising to create a scalable on-demand network for regional air mobility in Europe.
Collaboration based on a shared vision for the Future of Aviation
Given the interest in the Regional Air Mobility (RAM) market, Embraer-X is supporting VINI by providing strategic mentorship and industry expertise as them aim to scale and navigate the complexities of the aviation landscape. This is a relationship rooted in a shared belief that the short-range regional aviation segment holds immense potential. VINI's mission to create efficient, on-demand air travel resonates with Embraer's own forward-looking explorations, including the development of next-generation sustainable aircraft.
By supporting innovators like VINI, Embraer-X is actively shaping the future of flight, fostering a new ecosystem where aviation is smarter, more responsive to passenger needs, and more sustainable. We are excited to keep mentoring VINI as they continue on their journey to redefine regional air travel.
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