Video: Beta Alia eVTOL nails first piloted heli-to-airplane transition
2 days ago
If you're an aviation enthusiast, particularly when it comes to the new-generation eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing), this video of the Alia-250 will probably give you goosebumps. It's a highly rewarding achievement for the Vermont-based team and another milestone for the AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) industry. (a day ago)
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The most well-known personal electric aircraft scored another milestone: two of these piloted aircraft flew in formation, paving the way for an exciting future. It's almost impossible not to know about Jetson One, the one-seat eVTOL designed for private flight and absolute freedom.
2 days ago
The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) took a historic step when it launched its World eVTOL Aircraft Directory. This month, it officially marked the 1,000th design registered in this unique Directory, and it happens to be the H1-X two-seat personal electric aircraft developed by Doroni Aerospace, headquartered in Coral Springs.
7 days ago
Beta Technologies' most recent product in its electric charging range is now officially the only charger designed specifically for electric aircraft that's also UL-certified. Beta Technologies is widely known as the developer of the Alia eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing), which has impressed not only a wide range of customers but also the US military.
7 days ago
Eve Air Mobility's latest customer is one of the most important names in Japan's public aviation, and it sets another milestone on this Brazilian company's journey to conquer the Asia-Pacific region.
8 days ago
A British drone maker plans to launch air taxis in 2026 after raising a whopping $110mn. The new funding brings commercial air taxis closer to the services on offer. Skyports intends to then bring air taxis into other markets.
9 days ago
The aircraft is currently halfway through the final testing campaign and doing great. Air logistics are becoming increasingly important, from last-mile deliveries to urgent medical supplies.
10 days ago
The world of emission-free air mobility is taking shape in front of our eyes. New aircraft designs, new infrastructure concepts, and a new legal framework are all part of this trailblazing process.
10 days ago
If you've been following the top AAM (Advanced Air Mobility)-related developments in the US and worldwide, you're most likely familiar with the American eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) maker Electra and the Australian infrastructure expert Skyportz.
16 days ago
This Spanish eVTOL has been flying in prototype form for a number of years now, using a unique 4x4-prop FlyFree tilting mechanism designed to keep the cabin level – and a new five-seat design takes things up a level.
17 days ago
The Chinese eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) company seems to be advancing at lightning speed and scoring one success after another. The most recent milestone opened the way for the large-scale production of the Chinese-made pilot-free electric air taxi for passenger transportation.
20 days ago
AutoFlight has just delivered its first Prosperity eVTOL to a Japanese customer, and it's a milestone for the air taxi industry as a whole. AutoFlight is a global company.
21 days ago
Chinese company AeroHT previewed some of the weirdest, and most potentially disruptive vehicles of 2023 at its parent company Xpeng's tech day last October. We had to stifle a giggle when we saw the Land Aircraft Carrier (LAC), an all-terrain van-like six-wheeler that carried and launched its own fold-out personal eVTOL.
22 days ago
EHang is already a household name in the eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) industry worldwide, but there's a new kid on the block with equally ambitious goals. While EHang is one of the pioneers of fully autonomous electric air taxis, TCab Tech aims to commercialize China's first domestically-made tilt-rotor eVTOL.
a month ago
One of the top American eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) makers hits another major milestone on the way to full certification, one that further confirms the future air taxi's resilience and safety.
a month ago
While most aviation operators are dabbling into AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) and considering renewing their fleet with new-generation eVTOLS (electric vertical takeoff and landing), only a handful are brave enough to take one step further and check out flying cars.
a month ago
These are exciting times for new-generation aircraft and a whole new way of understanding urban air transportation. One of the top names when it comes to vertiports is gearing up to take its technology even further through a partnership with the technology giant LG Electronics.
a month ago
Japan just welcomed its first UAM (Urban Air Mobility) hub to introduce regular eVTOL (electric takeoff and landing) flights. One of the main names behind this pioneering aviation project is EHang, a Chinese aircraft manufacturer that is currently one of the world leaders in autonomous electric aviation.
a month ago
Conventional aviation is gradually making room for greener alternatives, including the futuristic eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing) that come in many shapes and sizes. From now on, we'll see more and more traditional events in the industry showcasing the most exciting electric aircraft, such as the ultra-popular Jetson One.
a month ago
Hopefully, you haven't forgotten about the P-12 ferry – the Swedish-designed hydrofoil vessel is still determined to revolutionize maritime transport even though it's taking some time to get there. The good news is that Candela secured an important sum at the closing of its most recent funding round, which means that the commercial version of this game-changing concept is on track.
a month ago
Developing and getting the most impressive eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) concepts certified is not enough to turn electric air taxi rides into an everyday reality. Supporting systems such as this brand-new air traffic management (ATM) software are essential for advancing AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) operations.