eVTOL Insights • Chris Stonor

EHang Partners with Changchun Jingyue High-Tech Zone “to Purchase and Deploy, 41 EH216‑S Craft for eVTOL Applications in Extreme Cold Regions”

eVTOL Insights reports: EHang recently announced it is partnering with the Management Committee of Jingyue High-tech Industrial Development Zone, reports a press release. The two parties are “to develop a provincial-level demonstration zone for low-altitude economic development, integrating industrial development, technological innovation and real-world application scenarios,” explains the release.

Asian Aviation • Asian Aviation

EHang signs deal with Jingyue to deploy eVTOLs

2025-06-24T01:19:17.648202-07:00

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Reuters • Scott Murdoch

Virgin Australia shares soar 11.4% in debut, boost market value

By Reuters: Virgin Australia shares surged 11.4% in its trading debut on Tuesday, lifting its market capitalisation to A$2.58 billion ($1.7 billion), with dealmakers hopeful it will revive Australia's subdued listings market.

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Axios • Barak Ravid

No casualties reported after Iran missile attack on U.S. base in Qatar

By Axios: Qatar, home to the largest U.S. base in the region, announced it was temporarily closing its airspace.

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Aerospace America • Paul Brinkmann

UAE desert might pose a challenge for electric air taxis

By Aerospace America: Archer and Joby did not make anyone available for interviews, but in emailed statements expressed confidence in their designs. Air is less dense in high temperatures, which can decrease aerodynamic lift and “put a large demand on electric motors,” Grant said.

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