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Vertical Aerospace, Honeywell deepen partnership to accelerate VX4 eVTOL certification and production

Vertical Aerospace and Honeywell have signed a new long-term agreement to strengthen their collaboration on flight control and aircraft management systems, aiming to fast-track the civil certification and production of the VX4 eVTOL as the company targets entry into service in 2025.

2025-05-09T05:13:05.743757-07:00

Reuters

Honeywell-Vertical Aerospace ink $1B deal to certify VX4 eVTOL to airliner safety standards

2025-05-08T03:32:46.593059-07:00

The Air Current

Boeing shifts Wisk Aero leadership as Brian Yutko moves to head Commercial Airplanes product development

2025-05-07T09:35:22.601944-07:00

The Air Current

Joby Aviation Achieves Key Milestone with Crewed eVTOL Transition Flights

2025-04-29T03:11:45.879318-07:00

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SkyDrive, 7A Drones and ITRI to Launch eVTOL Aeromedical Flights in Taiwan’s Penghu Islands SkyDrive has partnered with Taiwan’s 7A Drones and the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) to deploy electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for aeromedical transport in the Penghu archipelago. The deal includes a pre-order for up to 10 units, aiming to establish rapid-response medical services in island communities.

2025-05-09T14:42:42.943269-07:00

SkyDrive, 7A Drones and ITRI to Launch eVTOL Aeromedical Flights in Taiwan’s Penghu Islands

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Klein Vision Unveils Production Prototype AirCar after 170 Flight Hours Klein Vision has unveiled its production prototype of the AirCar roadable aircraft, now certified airworthy after more than 170 flight hours and 500 take-offs. The updated design features aerodynamic and structural refinements aimed at streamlining the transition between driving and flying modes.

2025-05-09T06:27:22.239336-07:00

Klein Vision Unveils Production Prototype AirCar after 170 Flight Hours

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Vertical Aerospace, Honeywell deepen partnership to accelerate VX4 eVTOL certification and production Vertical Aerospace and Honeywell have signed a new long-term agreement to strengthen their collaboration on flight control and aircraft management systems, aiming to fast-track the civil certification and production of the VX4 eVTOL as the company targets entry into service in 2025.

2025-05-09T05:13:05.743757-07:00

Vertical Aerospace, Honeywell deepen partnership to accelerate VX4 eVTOL certification and production

Reuters

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Honeywell-Vertical Aerospace ink $1B deal to certify VX4 eVTOL to airliner safety standards Honeywell and Vertical Aerospace have signed a long-term agreement to deepen their existing partnership, certifying the VX4’s avionics and flight-critical systems to a 10⁻⁹ failure rate. Under Vertical’s Flightpath 2030 plan, the deal supports type certification in 2028 and at least 150 aircraft deliveries by 2030.

2025-05-08T03:32:46.593059-07:00

Honeywell-Vertical Aerospace ink $1B deal to certify VX4 eVTOL to airliner safety standards

The Air Current

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Boeing shifts Wisk Aero leadership as Brian Yutko moves to head Commercial Airplanes product development Boeing-owned Wisk Aero has named Sebastien Vigneron as its new CEO, succeeding Brian Yutko, who will take over product development for Boeing Commercial Airplanes while retaining strategic oversight of Wisk’s autonomous air taxi program. Vigneron previously led engineering and programs on Wisk’s Gen 6 eVTOL.

2025-05-07T09:35:22.601944-07:00

Boeing shifts Wisk Aero leadership as Brian Yutko moves to head Commercial Airplanes product development

Aviation Week

Whisper Aero Unveils Hybrid-Electric Autonomous Cargo Aircraft Family for Contested Logistics U.S. startup Whisper Aero plans to develop a family of hybrid-electric autonomous cargo aircraft designed to operate in contested environments. Leveraging hybrid-electric propulsion and advanced autonomy, the platform aims to extend range, reduce acoustic signature and boost battlefield logistics resilience.

2025-05-06T05:06:04.320543-07:00

Whisper Aero Unveils Hybrid-Electric Autonomous Cargo Aircraft Family for Contested Logistics

eVTOL Insights

Archer appoints retired Brig. Gen. Cristiano Tartaglione as COO for UAE eVTOL operations Archer Aviation has named retired Brigadier General Cristiano Tartaglione as chief operating officer for its UAE operations, tasking him with building and mentoring the local team, developing operational infrastructure and preparing for the commercial roll-out of its Midnight electric air taxi services in Abu Dhabi.

2025-05-06T02:06:18.433707-07:00

Archer appoints retired Brig. Gen. Cristiano Tartaglione as COO for UAE eVTOL operations

Vertical Mag

Amprius unveils 450 Wh/kg SiCore battery to extend electric aircraft range Amprius has introduced its SiCore cell with a record 450 Wh/kg energy density built on proprietary silicon anode technology. Delivering up to 80% more energy than conventional lithium-ion, it promises longer flight times, greater range and enhanced performance for electric aviation platforms.

2025-05-05T08:51:14.968627-07:00

Amprius unveils 450 Wh/kg SiCore battery to extend electric aircraft range

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