Vehicle Concepts & Development News & Articles

Doroni Reaches eVTOL Test Flight Milestone

The company has successfully completed over 50 test flights of its eVTOL aircraft, the Doroni H1, at its state-of-the-art facility, marking a major step forward in the development of cutting-edge technology

Jun 15, 2023
Collaboration to Launch eVTOL Service in San Francisco

An important first step as both Eve and United will be working with local and state officials, infrastructure, energy and technology providers to ensure the appropriate infrastructure is in place to introduce eVTOL flights in the area

Jun 14, 2023
Archer Appoints Former FAA Administrator as Chief Safety Officer

In the position, Billy Nolen will play a leadership role to help Archer more effectively collaborate with industry stakeholders and help ensure its safe entry into service as it prepares for planned commercialization in 2025

Jun 13, 2023
Electra Unveils Full-Scale eSTOL Technology Demonstrator

The two-seat technology demonstrator (TD) showcases the Electra eSTOL technology at full scale and will be flown this summer in an extensive flight test program to track performance and inform the design of the 9-passenger production aircraft

Jun 13, 2023
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
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
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
Eve Makes Progress on eVTOL Testing Phase

Eve is continuing progress on its eVTOL testing phase, carrying out propeller tests on a propeller rig and tests of vertical lift rotors aboard a new custom truck-mounted platform

May 26, 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
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