Urban Air Mobility News & Articles

FAA Proposes New Rules for Training & Certifying eVTOL Pilots

The powered-lift proposed rule is designed to provide certainty to pilots and the industry on what the requirements and expectations will be to operate these aircraft once it is finalized

Jun 12, 2023
Archer’s Midnight eVTOL to Make European Debut at Paris Air Show

Archer’s Midnight will be the featured electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft at the Paris Air Show, positioned in the center of the Air Mobility event, located in Hall 5 at Le Bourget Airport

Jun 09, 2023
Volatus to Provide Vertiport & Charging Support for Aeroauto eVTOL Showroom

The multifaceted agreement will see Volatus Infrastructure provide global vertiport and charging station solutions for the Aeroauto eVTOL sales and services centers

Jun 08, 2023
VPorts Launches Certification Process for Dubai Vertiport

Construction is due to start on the cutting-edge transportation hubs in 2024, incorporating advanced technologies, such as automated landing systems, smart charging infrastructure and robust safety procedures for optimal functionality and passenger comfort

Jun 08, 2023
Funding for Quantum-Systems to Accelerate Production of Vector eVTOL

Silent, mid-endurance electric VTOL fixed-wing sUAS Vector delivers real-time, high-resolution downlink imagery to operators performing mid-range reconnaissance missions

Jun 07, 2023
Real-Time Micro Weather Forecasting Introduced to AAM Ecosystem

Supernal will pilot TruWeather's comprehensive V360° software-as-a-service product in the company’s eVTOL vehicle and surrounding operations to collect and integrate real-time distributed sensor weather data

Jun 07, 2023
Eve Air Mobility to Display eVTOL Cabin Mock-Up at Paris Air Show

Alongside the mock-up, the company will also feature a virtual reality experience at the Paris Air Mobility exhibition area and participate in multiple panel discussions

Jun 06, 2023
PLANA Hosts Irvine Vice Mayor to Discuss Collaboration Opportunities

During the visit to PLANA's R&D facility in Icheon, Vice Mayor Tammy Kim engaged in discussions with leading researchers and executives, gaining insights into the latest advancements and emerging technologies in development

Jun 05, 2023
eVTOL Race Heats Up at AIRTAXI World Congress

The event, to be hosted by San Francisco International Airport from 2-5 October, will focus on the operationalization of air taxis and the development of new air services

Jun 02, 2023
Eve Completes Development of Urban ATM Prototype

The Urban Air Traffic Management (Urban ATM) prototype focuses on concepts and services essential to supporting the introduction and scalability of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) operations

Jun 01, 2023
Electra Appoints New Board Members

James F. Albaugh, Allan McArtor and Kirsten Bartok Touw join the board to guide Electra in its mission to decarbonize aviation and open new air transportation markets with its eSTOL aircraft

May 31, 2023
LYTE & AAM Institute to Launch Seattle Ferry Alternatives

A daily commute accelerated to 300 km/h, travelling back and forth to work 10 times faster, that's what LYTE Aviation is visualizing through its new partnership with the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Institute

May 31, 2023
Volocopter Integrates Swiss-AS AMOS Software for eVTOL Fleet Management

AMOS covers aspects including component design/purchase dates, installation/replacement dates, total operating hours, and will also monitor ground handling operations

May 30, 2023
EvFly Signs Agreement for AAM Development in UAE

EvFly and Al Shaheen Aviation Holding will progress Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technologies in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and develop domestic talent for future jobs, with a focus on training and apprenticeships

May 26, 2023
Korean Startups Collaborate to Grow AAM Ecosystem

Under the partnership, PLANA and MOVIATION will share information, discuss routes, cabin configurations, and customer experience to optimize end-customer satisfaction

May 25, 2023
Aerofugia’s AE200 eVTOL Makes Debut at BEYOND Expo

The Aerofugia AE200 is a 5-6 tilt-rotor eVTOL aircraft designed to meet demands of zero-emission, low-noise, high-frequency commercial operations within urban areas and cities with increase payload capacity and range

May 24, 2023
ASL Group’s Agreement for Delivery of Lilium eVTOLs

ASL Group intends to manage and operate the aircraft for its customers as part of a high-speed network connecting major hubs across Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg and Western Germany

May 24, 2023
Lilium Partners with Air-Dynamic to Serve Switzerland & Italy

Air-Dynamic will operate and manage Lilium Jets for its customers in Switzerland and Italy, which will offer customers early access to the premium club configuration jet, including the Lilium Pioneer Edition

May 23, 2023
Vertical Expands Asia-Pacific Presence with eVTOL Pre-Order from Kakao Mobility

The agreement with Kakao Mobility will enable Vertical to leverage their existing customer base and vehicle network to create a seamless air-to-ground passenger journey and UAM ecosystem in the country

May 22, 2023