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Joby Aviation Achieves Key Milestone with Crewed eVTOL Transition Flights

Joby Aviation has successfully completed piloted transition flights of its eVTOL aircraft, marking a critical milestone in its test campaign. The full transition from vertical to cruise flight, and back, demonstrates the versatility and operational potential of Joby's tilt-propeller design.

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

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Korean Air to Launch Urban Air Mobility and Aviation Safety Center

2025-04-30T01:36:06.555927-07:00

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EHang Secures China's First Commercial eVTOL Certification

2025-04-29T05:03:53.718364-07:00

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UAE Approves First Hybrid Heliport for Helicopters and eVTOLs

2025-04-28T03:43:56.459380-07:00

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September 2024 eVTOL Industry Developments: A Comprehensive Report

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CustomCells Files for Insolvency After Lilium Payment Default German battery maker CustomCells has initiated insolvency proceedings for its Itzehoe and Tübingen operations after Lilium, its largest customer, defaulted on payments. Despite promising developments, the company said it could not secure new investors to bridge the funding gap.

2025-05-02T00:02:52.586426-07:00

CustomCells Files for Insolvency After Lilium Payment Default

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SiriNor Eyes Commercial Aviation with Scaled Electric Ducted-Fan Propulsion SiriNor, a Norwegian start-up specializing in electric-powered ducted-fan engines for UAVs, is scaling its propulsion system for potential use in commercial aviation. The firm claims its compact platform offers competitive thrust-to-weight ratios and efficiency that could support emerging electric regional and business aircraft markets.

2025-05-01T08:24:16.134612-07:00

SiriNor Eyes Commercial Aviation with Scaled Electric Ducted-Fan Propulsion

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Aurora and Boeing's HSVTOL Concept Pushes Boundaries with Wind Tunnel Success Aurora Flight Sciences and Boeing, as part of the SPRINT program with DARPA, have completed critical wind tunnel testing of their high-speed vertical takeoff and landing (HSVTOL) concept. This milestone advances the preliminary design phase, highlighting runway-independent capabilities aimed at transforming air mobility.

2025-04-30T13:04:50.809191-07:00

Aurora and Boeing's HSVTOL Concept Pushes Boundaries with Wind Tunnel Success

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Pittsburgh International Airport Expands Solar Energy Field for Enhanced Sustainability Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is set to significantly expand its off-grid solar power system, aiming to bolster its sustainability efforts. This expansion highlights PIT's commitment to green energy solutions and positions it as a leader in integrating renewable energy in airport operations.

2025-04-30T09:54:30.923811-07:00

Pittsburgh International Airport Expands Solar Energy Field for Enhanced Sustainability

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Virgin Atlantic Withdraws from UK eVTOL Test Consortium Amid Partnership Changes Virgin Atlantic exited a UK-based eVTOL test consortium prior to ending its partnership with Vertical Aerospace. This strategic withdrawal indicates a shift in Virgin's approach to advanced air mobility and highlights potential re-evaluation of their role in eVTOL market development.

2025-04-30T06:08:20.866968-07:00

Virgin Atlantic Withdraws from UK eVTOL Test Consortium Amid Partnership Changes

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AIBOT Advances Tilt-Wing eVTOL with Enhanced Autonomous Capabilities AIBOT completes core testing of its tilt-wing eVTOL, achieving over 200 flights and 150 hours in live and simulated environments. This phase has successfully validated enhanced autonomous flight systems, marking a significant step towards unveiling its production-intent aircraft.

2025-04-30T03:11:55.446626-07:00

AIBOT Advances Tilt-Wing eVTOL with Enhanced Autonomous Capabilities

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Korean Air to Launch Urban Air Mobility and Aviation Safety Center Korean Air is advancing its aerospace innovation by establishing an urban air mobility and aviation safety center near Seoul. This initiative aims to bolster South Korea's leadership in aviation safety and urban air transport technologies, enhancing national capabilities in these crucial sectors.

2025-04-30T01:36:06.555927-07:00

Korean Air to Launch Urban Air Mobility and Aviation Safety Center

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Advancements in Quiet Propeller Technology for Sustainable Aviation

2025-04-29T19:12:56.662827-07:00

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