Advanced Air Mobility
Archer announces Part 135 certification to begin operating commercial aircraft
The composite eVTOL developer has now received two key operational certificates required from the FAA to begin operations when Midnight receives type certification.
Read MoreAura Aero ERA aircraft program issues tenders for fuselage design, airframe engineering
The 19-seat hybrid-electric aircraft was conceived to use composite and metal construction. Aura Aero has signed a PAC with EASA to finalize the framework for its CS-23 category certification.
Read MoreFAA issues final airworthiness criteria for Midnight aircraft
Final airworthiness criteria provides a solidified path for Archer to achieve type certification for its eVTOL aircraft.
Read MoreHorizon Aircraft provides update on technical flight testing
Positive progress during eVTOL prototype testing approaches full transition to forward flight, aids in final full-scale aircraft design for completion and testing in 2026.
WatchLilium looks to France to establish high-volume eVTOL production
Lilium is keen to expand its industrial footprint through leveraging of France’s aerospace heritage and vast supplier base in aerospace and electrification, in preparation for the eVTOL aircraft market demand.
Read MoreArcher completes installation of high-volume battery pack manufacturing line
“Automotive-style” line has the capability of producing up to 15,000 battery packs — complete with composite enclosures and cylindrical cells — per year to keep up with eVTOL aircraft production goals.
Read MoreNIAR adds flight test facility for eVTOL aircraft testing
In addition to providing a controlled environment for conducting restrained eVTOL aircraft operation, NIAR provides material development and other testing options.
Read MoreBeta’s Alia eVTOL achieves piloted transition flight
Full transition from VTOL hover, to wing-borne cruise, and back to hover, prepares Beta for next steps in progressing its aircraft platforms.
WatchLilium begins composite battery packs production for Lilium Jet
First units off the battery assembly line in Munich will be used for verification testing ahead of first piloted flight, targeted for end of 2024.
Read MoreEHang secures production certification from CAAC
With production, type and standard airworthiness certification under its belt the AAM company is cleared for mass production of the EH216-S.
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