Eve joins Brazil’s vertiport regulatory sandbox initiative
February 6, 2025
The company's collaboration with infrastructure operators will shape regulations and support future eVTOL operations.
Vertical moves VX4 eVTOL towards wingborne testing
February 6, 2025
Over 30 successful piloted flights have now been completed as Vertical moves towards more advanced real-world testing conditions.
Safran electric motor impresses EASA authorities
February 6, 2025
The ENGINeUS electric motor is designed to meet the varying requirements of the new mobility market. Safran is rolling out production lines in 2026 in Niort, France and Pitstone, UK, producing up to 1,000 units per year.
ZeroAvia secures FAA milestone for 600kW electric propulsion
February 3, 2025
The FAA’s G-1 Issue Paper approval moves ZeroAvia closer to certifying its electric propulsion technology, a key step towards clean aviation expansion.
Avfuel expands SAF supply points across the US
February 3, 2025
Additional supply locations and an extended agreement with Neste will help to support business aviation’s push for lower emissions.
Jekta strengthens PHA-ZE 100 with software and insurance
February 3, 2025
Aerovy’s predictive maintenance software and ATA’s tailored insurance products have been integrated into Jekta’s ecosystem, offering operators enhanced asset protection and operational efficiency.
Regent begins work on Rhode Island seaglider facility
February 3, 2025
Since moving to Rhode Island in the summer of 2022, Regent has built towards this moment. It has grown its global commercial order book to more than 600 seaglider orders valued at $9 billion on six continents.
Vertical raises $90 million to advance VX4 eVTOL
January 31, 2025
Investor confidence led to an increased funding round for the aerospace company, supporting Vertical's operational targets and certification plans.
SkyDrive and JetSetGo see air mobility potential in India
January 30, 2025
Their collaboration includes a pre-order of 50 aircraft and aims to reduce congestion, emissions and travel times in Gujarat.
Partners plan to advance electric air mobility in Utah
January 30, 2025
The agreement between 47G and Beta Technologies will develop electric aircraft infrastructure, supporting sustainability and connectivity ahead of the 2034 Winter Olympics.
Crisalion Mobility to advance AAM in Denmark
January 30, 2025
A partnership between Crisalion Mobility and Copenhagen Helicopter lays the groundwork for future initiatives that combine cutting-edge technology with robust infrastructure tailored to air and ground transportation.
Air Link and AirMed use SAF in emissions trial
January 30, 2025
The Australian operators aim to reduce carbon output by testing a sustainable fuel blend on charter and aeromedical flights.
ACI Jet engages in multiple sustainability projects
January 30, 2025
In line with its commitment to sustainability, ACI Jet exceeded its calculated offset requirements by 10 per cent, rounding contributions to the nearest 100 metric tons to account for assumptions or gaps in reporting.
EHang launches UAM Exhibition Center in Shenzhen’s Luohu District
January 30, 2025
Along with the opening of its UAM Exhibition (Experience) Center in Shenzhen’s Luohu District, EHang showcased the first automated smart eVTOL vertiport for its EH216-S aircraft.
Embraer begins its largest solar energy generation project
January 27, 2025
The onsite solar installation will bring emissions-free energy to the Embraer Executive Jets campus in Melbourne, Florida upon its expected start of operations by the end of 2025.
Electra.aero and Hunch Mobility to introduce hybrid-electric aircraft in India
January 23, 2025
The collaboration will provide sustainable and quiet regional air travel to underserved areas, enhancing connectivity and reducing travel times.
Eve spreads its wings in India thanks to JetSetGo
January 23, 2025
JetSetGo is Eve's 14th Vector customer and its second in India. Authorities in the region believe that Eve's eVTOL could have great potential to improve transportation links in particularly crowded districts and cities.
Vertical completes key piloted thrustborne flight manoeuvres
January 23, 2025
The aerospace company has reached an important milestone in its electric aviation journey after receiving CAA approval.
Skyports receives approval for UAE's first commercial vertiport design
January 20, 2025
The approval marks a major step in building Dubai’s air taxi network, with Dubai International Vertiport facility operations set to launch in 2026.
Ascendance strengthens partnership towards hybrid and VTOL aircraft
January 20, 2025
The collaboration will focus on scaling up the Sterna hybrid propulsion system and Atea VTOL aircraft in a bid to advance sustainable aviation.
EHang's EH216-S completes inaugural Shanghai demo
January 20, 2025
Trial operations of the new eVTOL along the Huangpu River have indicated progress in low-altitude economy goals.
Hydrogen-fuelled turbine engine undergoes testing
January 16, 2025
Turbotech, Elixir Aviation, Safran, Air Liquide and Daher formed the BeautHyFuel joint research project in June 2022. The aim of this project is to design and ground test a hydrogen propulsion system to power aircraft.
Jet Aviation expands SAF availability ahead of WEF
January 16, 2025
The company has secured a new supply of SAF in Basel, and will provide it during the World Economic Forum 2025 in Zurich.
AAM advocates team up on the US East Coast
January 14, 2025
Since its launch in April 2024, UrbanLink has expanded its fleet to include eVTOL aircraft from Lilium and Crisalion Mobility, the nine-passenger Eviation Alice and electric sea vessels. Now it is working with FEAM.
Zuri secures investment to advance development
January 13, 2025
The Czech company successfully closed a €4.4 million funding round, exceeding its original goal three times over.
Sirius rebrands as Stellar and relocates to US
January 13, 2025
The Swiss aviation startup has established a solid foundation for future innovation and sustainable aviation initiatives.
Atlantic brings AAM infrastructure experts in-house
January 12, 2025
The takeover of Ferrovial Vertiports strengthens Atlantic's position in the advanced air mobility market, enhancing its FBO network with future eVTOL operations.
EHang collaborates with Shandong on pilotless eVTOL project
January 12, 2025
The project aims to develop a manufacturing base and promote low-altitude tourism for the advancement of the region’s economic growth and innovation.
Evia to fly 15 Islanders starting 2027
January 9, 2025
Through innovation and strategic partnerships, Evia Aero and Britten-Norman are paving the way for a greener, more efficient future for regional air travel. The German company has put pen to paper for 15 Islander aircraft.
ACI Jet ready to offer SAF at San Luis Obispo
January 3, 2025
Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel averages one of the highest blend ratios available in business aviation to date (30/70 SAF to petroleum-based fuel). Each delivery provides a 19 metric ton carbon emissions reduction.
Skyports to lead heliport development in Manhattan
January 3, 2025
Downtown Skyport is to assume control of operations at Downtown Manhattan Heliport in early 2025. Infrastructure completion is set for 2026 and the contract will last for at least five years.
Mobile Uplift to acquire Lilium assets
January 2, 2025
The parties aim to implement planned restructuring of Lilium’s subsidiaries, which should enable them to restart their business operations. Lilium is now 10 years old.
Volocopter enters court proceedings as it fights to survive
January 2, 2025
Business operations will continue as usual during the provisional insolvency proceedings. The provisional insolvency administrator has now held a staff meeting to inform employees about the current situation.
Archer completes construction of high-volume manufacturing facility
January 2, 2025
Archer has received the certificate of occupancy for its 400,000sq ft aircraft manufacturing facility in Covington, Georgia and held a commemorative ribbon cutting ceremony. Tooling load-in is already underway.
Vaeridion raises 14 million for Microliner roll out
January 2, 2025
The Series A funding will significantly accelerate development efforts, paving the way for certification-conforming prototype flights to take off in 2027, followed by a first commercial flight by 2030.
Joby completes TIA testing and approaches certification
January 2, 2025
Type Inspection Authorisation is considered the final phase of aircraft certification ahead of commercial service. Joby targets 2025 to start TIA flight testing with its first FAA-conforming aircraft, currently being built.
Horizon secures $8.4 million strategic investment
January 2, 2025
This arrangement deepens the investor’s dedication to Horizon Aircraft, supporting continued operations and development of its Cavorite X7 eVTOL.
Vertical investment paves the way to piloted testing
January 2, 2025
This marks the significant advancement of November’s agreement in principle, aimed at strengthening Vertical’s balance sheet by approximately $180m and accelerating its Flightpath 2030 strategy.
Flygreen ups sustainability efforts through 4Air partnership
December 19, 2024
Flygreen’s newly established partnership with 4Air allows it to offer customers suitable options to fly privately while responsibly contributing to environmental stewardship. Plenty of SAF will be used.
Work commences on Skyports vertiport at Bicester
December 19, 2024
The vertiport is being constructed adjacent to Bicester Motion’s existing general aviation grass runways and is due to be completed in early 2025.
Joby impresses FAA panel with a series of tests
December 19, 2024
During the tests Joby engineers applied loads to the aircraft’s tail structure that exceed the maximum forces it is expected to experience during flight. FAA representatives were present for the procedure.
Eve deepens research to accelerate eVTOL adoption
December 16, 2024
A collaboration between Eve Air Mobility and Signature Aviation aims to develop safe, efficient and scalable ground operations for electric vertical take off and landing aircraft.
Joby completes successful flight tests in South Korea
December 16, 2024
The company has become the first electric air taxi developer to complete flight tests in the country as part of the K-UAM Grand Challenge.