Taking off Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) craft, such as the V-22 Osprey, are valued by the military for their ability to land anywhere and fly relatively quickly. (Copyright: USAF) Plucky pioneer The US Pitcairn PCA-2 was built in the 1930s and was the first autogyro to sell in any number ??? one even landed on the lawn of the White House (Copyright: USAF) Flying wing Although not a VTOL cra