Eve teams with Ferrovial to explore UAM traffic management
March 24, 2023
The two companies will jointly deveop the safe and reliable operation of vertiports and eVTOLs; an agnostic solution that will enable the integration of all airspace users in the urban environment.
Cormorant welcomes Leichtwerk as design partner
March 23, 2023
Cormorant Seaplanes is working on an electric amphibious STOL aircraft. MD Chris Rijff has visited the Leichtwerk facility where aircraft configuration analyses will take place.
Jekta tempts Gayo with ten amphibious PHA-ZE 100s
March 23, 2023
With this first potential order for Jekta, Gayo Aviation plans to make the seaplanes available for environmental and experiential tourism, and for charter operators wishing to bolster their sustainable transport options.
Jaunt parent plans NASDAQ listing through SPAC merger
March 22, 2023
The merger agreement gives AIRO a path to become a publicly-listed company through a new Delaware holding company, AIRO Group, that will acquire both Kernel and AIRO.
Beta Tech opens Montréal engineering hub
March 22, 2023
The Montréal facility will support development of Beta’s production electric aircraft, and becomes the latest site for its growing team of more than 450 employees.
VPorts makes inroads with ambitious Middle East plan
March 20, 2023
By 2030, VPorts plans to extend its vertiport network to all major industrial areas across the UAE, providing a sustainable transportation solution via eVTOLs. Signing an agreement with Ras Al Khaimah is a good start.
AutoFlight commits to Middle East with EvFly deal
March 18, 2023
A deal between AutoFlight and EvFly sees EvFly initially purchase 205 Prosperity I and Prosperity Cargo aircraft, with EvFly operating the first 10 AutoFlight Cargo aircraft in the Middle East. Asia and Africa are in the pipeline.
Volocopter secures SITA support for air taxis
March 15, 2023
SITA will deploy its expertise in air transport for the emerging UAM industry, developing new operating standards and a digital-first passenger experience. It has identified Volocopter as a key colleague.
Archer's Midnight aircraft begins to come together
March 15, 2023
Archer has begun component manufacturing for its Midnight aircraft. The company is targeting completion of its initial Midnight aircraft in Q4 2023, with flight testing expected to commence in the middle of the year.
ZeroAvia fuel cell development continues apace
March 15, 2023
ZeroAvia's team has made unprecedented deep tech breakthroughs by delivering a pressurised high temperature proton exchange membrane system, using conductive coatings enabling aluminium bipolar plates.
Autoflug lightweight seat is a strong fit for Limosa
March 15, 2023
The first delivery for the Limosa LimoConnect is scheduled for 2028 with a design that includes vertical takeoff and landing, as well as conventional flying. The aircraft will be equipped with the FlyWeight seat by Autoflug.
Sikorsky develops greater than 500nm eVTOL prototype
March 15, 2023
Led by its director, Igor Cherepinsky, the Sikorsky innovations team will design, build and integrate the HEX airframe and electric motors with the company's Matrix autonomy flight control system and test propulsion.
Asian Express lays down gauntlet with sizeable eVTOL order
March 13, 2023
Asian Express Aviation's low-altitude tourism market, which can cover more previously unexplored tourism markets, is burgeoning. The company has put pen to paper for 50 E20s, ideal for short distance travel.
Norwegian foundation collaborates with Airbus on eVTOL
March 13, 2023
With more than 40 years of experience in emergency medical response, the Norsk Luftambulanse supports pre-hospital care across the country. It is working alongside Airbus to come up with eVTOL solutions.
Construction begins on Archer's eVTOL factory
March 9, 2023
The planned approximately 350,000 square-foot facility is strategically located adjacent to the Covington Municipal Airport and will be capable of producing up to 650 aircraft per year.
Volatus signs up to OEM partnership
March 6, 2023
Volatus and Plana are to formulate an ecosystem for accelerating the realisation of advanced air mobility in South Korea.
MintAir adds to electric fixed wing potential in South Korea
March 6, 2023
MintAir has placed an initial order for ten Electron 5 aircraft with Electron Aerospace and secured delivery slots in 2027. Initially it will supply flight schools before establishing passenger services.
Skyportz explores vertiport network with Pelligra
March 6, 2023
Skyportz already has property agreements in place with a car parking company, and this commercial property portfolio completes the capability for a comprehensive vertiport network across Australia's cities.
Airborne assists Limosa with prototype and production airframes
March 6, 2023
The composite manufacturing capability of Airborne will enable Limosa to mass produce the airframe structure while having the environmental issues, such as waste reduction and recyclability, in mind from the beginning.
Aura Aero gets green light for French factory construction
March 6, 2023
With over 100 orders for Integral as well as letters of intent for 330 ERA aircraft, Aura Aero is ramping up its production infrastructure in Toulouse.
Former FAA UAS executive director joins Supernal
March 2, 2023
In his new role on Supernal's policy and regulations team, Jay Merkle will help develop an integrated regulatory and policy framework to support AAM operations globally.
Air taxis to operate from Odense railway station roof
March 2, 2023
HCA Airport and Copenhagen Helicopter are taking the first steps towards putting air taxis into Danish airspace. A fleet of CO2-neutral aircraft will transport passengers between major Danish and European cities.
Lilium tasks Collins with inceptor system build
March 2, 2023
Collins Aerospace will design, develop and build new flight controls for Lilium’s type-conforming aircraft, bringing space and weight savings plus a new piloting philosophy for single pilot operations in the eVTOL realm.
AutoFlight Gen4 achieves world's longest eVTOL flight
March 2, 2023
The Prosperity I Gen4 aircraft flew 250.64km during the test flight, the furthest of any eVTOL aircraft so far. Successful long distance flights are key milestones towards EASA certification.
Signature network carbon neutrality is industry first
March 2, 2023
Signature set out to achieve ambitious emissions reduction targets and is the first FBO to achieve carbon neutrality across its global network, a key step towards the Paris Agreement target of limiting warming.
Microflite collaboration fuels first Aussie SAF flight
March 2, 2023
Microflite's 10 year strategy is to transition its entire fleet to either SAF or electric-powered flight. This Australian-first demonstration use of SAF in a rotary wing aircraft was achieved with Airbus, Safran and Neste.
KinectAir and Electra to exploit 5,200 regional airports
March 2, 2023
A new NASA-funded study by Georgia Tech's School of Aerospace Engineering highlights the potential for regional air mobility in fixed-wing electric aircraft. KinectAir and Electra are teaming up to bring it to market.
DRF Luftrettung tests alternative fuel in Magdeburg
February 28, 2023
For six months, DRF Luftrettung will test bio-kerosene at its Magdeburg HEMS base, during which time it will analyse the impact of SAF on H135 technology along with partners Safran and Airbus.
Volocopter pushes further into Japan
February 23, 2023
JCAB has accepted Volocopter's application for concurrent type certification of its VoloCity aircraft to fly commercially in Japan, and Sumitomo's investment further strengthens its local ties.
SkyDrive to provide lift at Osaka Expo 2025
February 23, 2023
SkyDrive is aiming to fly its SD-05 eVTOL aircraft, currently under development, at Expo 2025 in Japan and to launch an air taxi service during the course of the exhibition.
Maiden flight is Aussie first in eVTOL field
February 23, 2023
The maiden flight of the Vertiia all-electric aircraft is an historic first for Australian aviation. AMSL expects deliveries to aeromedical, cargo, emergency and regional air mobility customers to commence in 2026.
Joby to fly electric air taxis at Japan's Expo 2025
February 23, 2023
The companies plan to operate demonstration electric air taxi flights at the expo. Joby has already applied for type certification of its five seat eVTOL aircraft in Japan, and ANA is a key pillar to introducing the technology.
Bell 505 makes first flight without petroleum-based fuel
February 23, 2023
The five-seat Bell 505 has become the world’s first single engine helicopter to fly using 100 per cent sustainable aviation fuel.
LEO brings Eagle in for Coupe development
February 20, 2023
Eagle Technologies is to provide its design, prototyping, testing and production services for the all-electric flying car.
Skyports given thumbs up for Dubai vertiports
February 20, 2023
Go ahead has been given for vertiport development at four Dubai airports. These initial locations will support high speed, zero-emissions connectivity across some of the country's most popular and populous areas.
EH216 completes Japan's first passenger-carrying demo flight
February 20, 2023
EHang has undertaken the first passenger-carrying, autonomous flight of its EH216 in Oita, Japan. This follows a first demo eVTOL point-to-point flight in July last year.
Safran ACHIEVEs first run of more-electric engine
February 20, 2023
The hybrid electric turboprop demonstrator is an electrical machine with an electronic power converter and controllers. This enables taxiing without power directly from the turbine engines or in-flight electric assistance.
Joby puts propeller through wind tunnel testing
February 20, 2023
The test campaign will cover all tilt angles and speeds through the expected flight envelope, providing Joby with consistent and high-fidelity data on the performance, loads and acoustics of its propeller systems.
Boeing doubles SAF purchase for 2023
February 16, 2023
More than five million gallons of Neste MY SAF will power Boeing in the US during this year. This is 25 per cent of its total jet fuel needs last year for production, delivery, ecoDemonstrator and Dreamlifter flights.
Blade and Beta sail through first eVTOL flight test in NY
February 16, 2023
The flight marks the first test of a piloted eVTOL aircraft in the greater New York City area, and proves to be a big milestone in Blade's transition from helicopters to electric vertical aircraft.
Strong growth for Flyinggroup prompts call for green power
February 16, 2023
Building on strong performance over 2022 and leadership in sustainable operations, Flyinggroup urges the industry to convert airports into gigantic green power plants.
Modern moves for emissions-neutrality by 2050
February 16, 2023
Offering SAF to customers in California, being an early adopter of electric refuellers and providing EV rental vehicles is just the beginning of Modern's efforts to increase its commitment to sustainability.
Joby begins final assembly of first company-conforming aircraft
February 16, 2023
Having built the wing, tail and fuselage, Joby is now mating the structures together and installing the wiring, electronics, actuation and propulsion systems on its pilot production line.
