Vertical selects GKN for eVTOL electrical wiring
September 23, 2021
Vertical has assembled diverse expertise from experienced organisations to ensure it can accelerate its path to certification, de-risk execution, allow for a lean cost structure, and enable production at scale.
Bristow and Vertical form MoU including working group
September 23, 2021
Bristow's pre-order of 25 aircraft, along with the option for an additional 25, builds on Vertical's pre-order book of up to 1,000 aircraft. Vertical's four-passenger, one pilot VA-X4 is expected to reach up to 200 mph.
Airbus Helicopters tests engine backup on H130
September 23, 2021
While evaluating the safety margins and performance benefits onboard the Flightlab, Airbus Helicopters' flight campaign also aims to demonstrate a performance increase, thanks to the prompt electric power input.
Airbus looks to take advantage as UAM market 'firms up'
September 23, 2021
CityAirbus is being developed to fly with a 80 km range and to reach a cruise speed of 120 km/h, making it perfectly suited for operations in major cities for a variety of missions. The OEM is leading the UAM charge.
Gol and Grupo join Avolon bid for Brazilian eVTOL
September 23, 2021
The VA-X4, manufactured by Vertical Aerospace, is set to be the most advanced and safest eVTOL in the market on its introduction in 2024. Several leading companies in Brazil are looking to bring it to market.
Ascendance's Atea VTOL could be ready by Paris Olympics
September 23, 2021
Putting the company on the right financial track to certification and commercialisation, Ascendance has attracted top tier financial investors. It also boasts a hugely experienced board, as it works to realise Atea.
Helipass and Eve to deploy eVTOLs in France
September 23, 2021
Helipass plans to open digital bookings on its platform to offer an innovative and seamless user experience to customers throughout its network. The two companies will collaborate on on-site training and support.
Volocopter has an eye on UAM in Los Angeles
September 23, 2021
Volocopter's family of aircraft for UAM services includes the VoloCity air taxi for short intracity routes, the VoloDrone for heavy-lift goods transport and the VoloConnect for longer routes. All could be coming to LA.
Urban Aeronautics' CityHawk is on its way following funding
September 23, 2021
Urban Aeronautics is currently raising a Series A round of at least $100 million. The aerospace company, which was founded in 2006, has been under new leadership following the appointment of Nimrod Golan-Yanay to CEO.
Book and claim solution helps Air BP widen SAF access
September 17, 2021
One of the big challenges with SAF is that current volumes and existing supply points are limited. Subsequently, delivering SAF far from the supply points can be an expensive process. Air BP is working to bring it to market.
Beta identifies CAE as an ideal training partner
September 17, 2021
CAE's advanced air mobility group offers training and operational support solutions to help innovative companies, such as Beta, certify their eVTOL aircraft, train their pilots and maintainers, and scale up ops.
Heli-Eastern sees the benefits of EHang at low altitudes
September 17, 2021
EHang and Heli-Eastern have joined hands in taking the initiative to build a pilot project focusing on integrated airspace for UAM operations in the Greater Bay Area. A Heli-Eastern Bell 206 flew alongside an EHang aircraft.
4Air launches interactive SAF map for business jets
September 17, 2021
The interactive map will allow business jet owners and operators to find the closest supplier of SAF to their location, regardless of the airport, FBO or fuel provider.
Clay Lacy prepares to charge up Eviation Alices
September 17, 2021
For more than 50 years, Clay Lacy has offered aircraft management, charter, maintenance, avionics, interiors, aircraft cleaning and FBO services, which will now include electric aircraft charging. It share's Eviation's values.
Dufour and Rega collaborate to develop air ambulance
September 17, 2021
During the project development Swiss Air Rescue Rega will provide Dufour Aerospace with information on medical and aviation equipment and will advise on operational standards and certification.
VoltAero takes Cassio on tour with Channel crossing
September 17, 2021
Cassio 1 stopped off at Cranfield University so students could inspect it, before making its way to ACE'21 where the aircraft was on display and VoltAero CEO Jean Botti joined a panel on aircraft sustainability.
Safran runs helicopter engine on 100% SAF
September 13, 2021
In a world first, Safran has run a helicopter engine on 100% sustainable aviation fuel. A test will be carried out to determine the operational impact on using only SAF on a helicopter engine.
ZeroAvia orders hydrogen fuel cells for ground testing
September 13, 2021
Hyzon's Gen3 fuel cell stack achieves a volumetric power density above 6.0 kW/litre and gravimetric power density more than 5.5 kW/kg, offering a power to weight ratio suitable for aviation.
G-1 certification basis propels Archer closer to end goal
September 13, 2021
FAA type certification is the name of the game for Archer and the G-1 certification basis is a step in the right direction for the Maker aircraft. Archer can now focus on finalising its G-2 Issue Paper with the FAA.
Samad begins certification process for the Starling Cargo aircraft
September 8, 2021
The Starling Cargo eVTOL has drawn interest from around the world in various industry sectors including oil and gas, gemstone mining, medical logistics and emergency response.
Deutsche teams up with Heggemann for D328eco wing
September 6, 2021
Heggemann has over 55 years industrial experience, mastering high-volume, industrialised production, which will support the growth of the aviation sector. It will bring its expertise to the table for the D328.
BVLOS trial flights validate the EHang 216
September 6, 2021
To date, EHang has conducted multiple trial and demo flights of its passenger-grade AAVs in 10 countries across Asia, Europe and North America. It is now making significant inroads into Estonia.
Microflite teams up with Eve to develop Australian eVTOL operations
September 4, 2021
Microflite aims to tap into the Australian COVID-19 recovery by developing high-tech and low carbon jobs that support transport and tourism. Partnering up with Eve, it aims to inject new mobility solutions to the market.
NASA and Joby work together to assess eVTOL noise
September 4, 2021
The number of blades and tip speeds were all selected to minimise the acoustic footprint, helping it blend into existing background noise. Joby aims to see the eVTOL begin work as a commercial air taxi in 2024.
Leading lights of Latam come together for UAM CONOPS
August 31, 2021
The substantial CONOPS collaboration in Latin America includes partners such as Helisul Aviation, one of the largest helicopter operators in the region; vertiport designer Skyports; Flapper and energy company EDP.
Reykjavik to greet three all-electric Bye trainers
August 31, 2021
Until now, the limited flight endurance of electric aircraft has been the main limitation to their uptake in the general aviation market. Aircraft from Bye Aerospace, however, can fly for up to three hours at a time.
Dufour releases flagship Aero3 specifications
August 27, 2021
Powered by eight motors, with six propellers on the main tilt wing and two propellers on the tail the Aero3 has cruising speeds of up to 350 km/h and a range of up to 1020 km.
Ampaire extends demonstrations of hybrid electric flight
August 27, 2021
The revolution for sustainable aviation is well under way. Low-emission aircraft are now vitally needed on short haul regional routes for the UK to meet its net-zero objective in aviation, says Ampaire.
Archer and REEF partnership expected to foster growth
August 26, 2021
REEF's network lends itself to Archer's plans for developing vertiports in dense urban areas. With proximity to high-traffic city hubs, Archer is looking to establish operations in locations that will benefit the most from UAM.
Bristow inks deal with Electra to certify eSTOLs
August 26, 2021
Just as Bristow broke into the vertical transportation market some 70 or more years ago, a new MOU sets the stage for early collaboration and development between Bristow and Electra for a new class of aircraft.
Le Bourget SAF furthers Jetex sustainability drive
August 26, 2021
The use of SAF is a major focus for Jetex and forms part of the company's commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 through a series of short, medium and long-term initiatives, including electric trucks.
Partnership brings PA-890 eVTOL a step closer
August 26, 2021
Testing has shown that HyPoint's hydrogen fuel cell system should be able to achieve up to 2,000 watts per kg of power, more than triple the power to weight ratio of traditional hydrogen fuel cell systems.
Former Embraer CEO joins Airflow board
August 24, 2021
Paulo Silva's main goals are to help the company to become net-carbon zero and to reduce costs for both customers and providers. Airflow has announced that orders have flown past the $600m mark.
Samad Aerospace expands team ahead of relocation
August 24, 2021
Samad Aerospace will shortly be moving into new larger headquarters at Cranfield Technology Park in Bedfordshire, UK. There will be plenty of space for its seven new senior employees to settle in.
Electra brings in veteran certification expert
August 23, 2021
The first commercial product for Electra is planned to be a Level 3, low speed aircraft in 2026, designed to carry up to seven passengers and a pilot as far as 500 miles. Randy Griffith is there to make it happen.
Sheltair Melbourne to distribute Avfuel/Embraer SAF
August 20, 2021
Avfuel provided its first delivery of SAF to Embraer at the Sheltair Melbourne FBO on 14 July. Each truckload of the fuel from Neste's Houston location provides a 19.1 metric tonne reduction in carbon emissions.
Ampaire's electric EEL flies high in the Highlands
August 20, 2021
Ampaire's Electric EEL technology demonstrator, a modified six-seat Cessna 337, runs on battery power and a conventional combustion engine. The aircraft completed a flight from the Orkney Isles to John O'Groats.
BendixKing to kit out the flight deck of Alice
August 20, 2021
Alice will utilise Honeywell's compact fly-by-wire system, which is also used with smaller autonomous cargo and urban air mobility (UAM) vehicles, and adds stability and performance by driving flight controls electrically.
Pyka targets crop-sprayer experience to passenger aircraft
August 20, 2021
Pyka's autonomous electric aircraft are operational with global agriculture brands in Latin America, providing a new level of safety, sustainability and cost-efficiency to the industry. The P3 will take things up a notch.
Ross shows carbon who's boss with hybrid vehicles
August 20, 2021
New-generation HEV Toyota Sienna vans at Ross Aviation facilities are part of an ongoing agreement with Go Rentals, the California-based car rental company that specialises in the business aviation industry.
Overair ready to emerge as Butterfly from design cocoon
August 20, 2021
Butterfly's capability stems from its propulsion system, known as Optimum Speed Propulsion (OSP). The aircraft's four large propellers spin slowly in hover and even slower cruise, resulting in aerodynamic advantages.
JSSI offers customers Avfuel offset programme
August 17, 2021
In an effort to drive change toward a sustainable future, JSSI will provide online resources within its customer portal to facilitate the purchase of SAF through Avfuel. A CO2 calculator will estimate emissions.
Electric powertrain starts high-power ground tests
August 16, 2021
ZeroAvia's 600kW powertrain has proved it can pull the company's 15-ton HyperTruck mobile ground testing platform across the tarmac. Tests aboard a Dornier 228 are expected later this year.
