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Joby Aviation maintains momentum with eVTOL certification, operational and manufacturing readiness
In its Letter to Shareholders, Joby announces its agreement with the FAA on a revised eVTOL certification basis, its application for U.K. type certification validation, cites new developments with the U.S. DOD and more.
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Hyundai Motor Group, Safran sign MOU for advanced air mobility development cooperation
The cooperation will include — but is not limited to — exploration of electric propulsion systems, avionics and flight control and cabin interiors, with composites as a potential component.
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Matrix Composites secures $14 million to support deepwater floating rig project in Asia
High-performance composite deepwater drill riser buoyancy systems supply capitalizes on increased activity in the subsea segment.
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Hexa eVTOL aircraft reaches new flight milestone
Composites-intensive unmanned aerial vehicle from LIFT Aircraft completes first test flight at Air Force Duke Field, prepping it for future public and military applications.
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Horizon Aircraft completes construction of composites-intensive 50%-scale prototype eVTOL aircraft
Five-seat hybrid-electric craft will undergo comprehensive testing to remove technical risk as Horizon continues development of the full-scale version.
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Engineering hub in Montreal extends Wisk's global reach
The new Wisk hub adds to its headquarters and facilities around the San Francisco Bay Area, in Atlanta, Georgia, New Zealand and Australia.
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Archer receives pre-delivery payment from United Airlines for 100 eVTOL aircraft
The $10 million pre-delivery payment emphasizes financial commitment to the composite eVTOL, Maker, following recent completion of the aircraft’s Preliminary Design Review.
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Vertical Aerospace completes VX4 eVTOL build, begins flight test program
Over the summer the composite VX4 prototype is to undergo an intensive flight program, including a series of ground tests, for its targeted 2025 entry into service.
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We're going to need a lot of propeller blades
As advanced air mobility expands and annual shipsets get into the thousands, the demand for composite propeller blades is expected to skyrocket. What are the implications for the composites supply chain?
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Archer successfully completes second phase of Maker flight testing
Archer completes the second of three key flight test phases, demonstrating takeoff and landing robustness of its Maker aircraft. The company now moves on to the third phase toward full transition.
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