Ken Karklin has stepped down as CEO of Pivotal, the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company backed by Google co-founder Larry Page. During his four-year tenure, Karklin guided the firm through a critical transition period, successfully moving from theoretical prototypes to the commercial availability of the lightweight Helix aircraft.
Aviation executive and board member Mike Ross will step in as interim CEO to steer the company forward. This leadership transition occurs as Pivotal continues to expand its footprint in Advanced Air Mobility, highlighted by the recent deployment of its BlackFly aircraft in a real-world emergency response in North Carolina.
- CEO Ken Karklin has left Pivotal after more than four years.
- Board member Mike Ross has been appointed as interim CEO.
- Pivotal is known for developing the Helix personal aircraft and BlackFly.
- The company’s aircraft are part of FAA testing and real-world response programs.
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