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Archer Aviation Secures Abu Dhabi Design Approval for Hybrid Heliport

Archer Aviation has received design approval from the UAE's General Civil Aviation Agency (GCAA) to transform the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal helipad into a hybrid heliport for both helicopters and eVTOL aircraft. This significant milestone supports the development of commercial electric air taxi services in the region.

2025-04-23T14:24:36.561461-07:00

Aviation Week

Electra Raises $115 Million Series B Funding for Hybrid-Electric EL9 Aircraft

2025-04-21T10:46:09.982181-07:00

FAA

Texas A&M University to Lead FAA's Advanced Aviation Technologies Center

2025-04-23T10:04:00.116127-07:00

The Air Current

Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC

2025-04-17T05:32:21.779193-07:00

Hype Analysis

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CycloTech Initiates BlackBird's First Flight in Thrust Vectoring Trials CycloTech GmbH has launched the maiden flight of its BlackBird demonstrator, initiating a series of tests focused on 360-degree thrust vectoring. This breakthrough aims to validate the efficiency and versatility of CycloTech's propulsion technology, integral for future VTOL applications.

2025-04-28T09:35:51.843372-07:00

CycloTech Initiates BlackBird's First Flight in Thrust Vectoring Trials

eVTOL News

Horizon Boosts Cavorite X7 Range with Hybrid Investment Horizon Aircraft is enhancing its hybrid-electric VTOL, Cavorite X7, with an investment aimed at extending its range. This move signals a commitment to advancing regional air mobility and strengthens the company's competitive edge in hybrid VTOL technology.

2025-04-28T09:35:50.124157-07:00

Horizon Boosts Cavorite X7 Range with Hybrid Investment

AINonline

UAE Approves First Hybrid Heliport for Helicopters and eVTOLs The United Arab Emirates has approved the construction of its first hybrid heliport, accommodating both helicopters and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles. This development marks a significant step forward in the integration of urban air mobility solutions within the region's infrastructure.

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

UAE Approves First Hybrid Heliport for Helicopters and eVTOLs

Skift

Silicon Valley Startups Bet Big on Aviation Disruption with Flying Cars and Supersonic Jets A wave of ambitious Silicon Valley startups is set to transform air travel with cutting-edge innovations in flying cars and supersonic jets, aiming to revolutionize the passenger experience. These initiatives emerge amidst increasing scrutiny of U.S. aviation infrastructure, promising significant changes to the aviation landscape.

2025-04-27T05:04:21.990824-07:00

Silicon Valley Startups Bet Big on Aviation Disruption with Flying Cars and Supersonic Jets

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Safety Concerns Halt Flying Car Demos at Osaka Expo Demonstrations of flying cars at the World Expo in Osaka have been suspended due to safety inspections following an incident where a part fell from a vehicle mid-flight. No injuries were reported, highlighting the challenges in advancing urban air mobility technologies.

2025-04-27T03:59:52.416838-07:00

Safety Concerns Halt Flying Car Demos at Osaka Expo

Bloomberg

Redefining Flight: The Rise of Electrified Aviation and Investment Opportunities Electrified aviation is turning the once-fictional concept of flying cars into reality, capturing global attention and investment. This development is reshaping the aerospace landscape by integrating new technologies and highlighting potential market growth in electrified aircraft.

2025-04-25T09:21:01.887462-07:00

Redefining Flight: The Rise of Electrified Aviation and Investment Opportunities

Aviation Week

Robinson CEO Supports Advanced Air Mobility, Skeptical About eVTOL Hype Robinson CEO expresses firm belief in the potential of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), yet remains cautious about the current enthusiasm surrounding electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and distributed electric propulsion systems, citing possible challenges in practical applications.

2025-04-24T14:14:07.971416-07:00

Robinson CEO Supports Advanced Air Mobility, Skeptical About eVTOL Hype

Flying Magazine

The Rise of Private Electric Aircraft Ownership The once futuristic concept of owning an electric aircraft is becoming a reality as private ownership takes flight. This shift signals a new era in personal aviation, potentially transforming the market for electric-powered aircraft as it moves from prototype to personal use.

2025-04-24T04:03:15.879566-07:00

The Rise of Private Electric Aircraft Ownership

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