This milestone is part of a contract to develop a drone that autonomously resupplies U.S. Marine Corps ground forces, with flight tests scheduled at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground in July 2024.

Lilium cited France’s aerospace prowess, electric mobility expertise, skilled labor force, and supportive government policies as key factors influencing its choice.

This strategic collaboration will see UrbanLink purchasing 20 Lilium Jets, marking a significant commitment to integrating eVTOL aircraft into its fleet operations.

The company's intensive flight testing over the past four years involved more than 1,500 flights and covered over 33,000 miles, demonstrating significant advancements in range, speed, and noise reduction.

Simpson, who joined Vertical Aerospace in 2023, moves into the CEO role from Avast, where he served as Group CFO and played a pivotal role in the company’s $9 billion merger with NortonLifeLock in 2021. His previous experience includes senior positions at Royal Mail Group, General Motors, Rolls Royce, and Bentley Motor Car Company.

Eve’s inclusion in the committee marks a significant step in its efforts to influence and drive forward the urban air mobility (UAM) landscape not just in Japan but globally.

ACS Group, which reported revenues of $39 billion in 2023, invested through its infrastructure arm, Iridium Concesiones de Infraestructuras S.A. (IRIDIUM), specializing in sustainable transportation solutions.

The Civil Aviation Administration of Central and Southern China (CAAC) has formally accepted the Type Certificate (TC) application for the air module of the company's innovative vehicle, marking the commencement of the airworthiness certification phase.

The plan, unveiled by Aviation and Technology Minister Anthony Browne, outlines the trajectory for the deployment of flying taxis, emergency service drones, and routine critical care deliveries, marking a significant advancement in the nation's aviation industry.

This approval extends to its newly opened production and hangar facilities in Bruchsal, Germany

This funding, provided through the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Programme, is earmarked for the development of next-generation propellers for its VX4 aircraft.

This third-generation model is designed to autonomously transport up to one hundred pounds of cargo for six hundred miles

This collaboration, initially focusing on high-performance battery cells and safety testing, aims to drive progress in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and potentially in space applications.

Scheduled to begin in early 2024, initial tests at Overair's headquarters in Santa Ana, California, will concentrate on verifying the Butterfly's propulsion systems, flight control mechanics, safety protocols, and efficiency.

This development follows the arrival of the first aircraft fuselage at Lilium’s final assembly line in Germany, marking a pivotal transition from design to industrialization for the company.

This grant, administered by the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), marks a substantial endorsement for AIBOT and the eVTOL sector.

This strategic partnership is set to bolster Archer's recent announcement to initiate air taxi operations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai by 2026.

This event coincides with New York City Mayor Eric Adams' announcement regarding plans to electrify the Downtown Heliport, part of a broader initiative to support cleaner and quieter air travel solutions

The partnership focuses on employing BETA’s Charge Cube systems at Archer's flight test facilities and incorporating BETA's Mini Cube mobile chargers for flexible deployment.

During the third quarter, Joby Aviation reported that it has moved closer to FAA certification, with 84% of its Certification Plans, including those for its energy storage and power distribution, now accepted.

This development is built upon Archer’s extensive flight testing experience, including two years of full-scale tests with its Maker aircraft.

The company has been granted an amount of approximately 12.4 billion yen (about USD 82.7 million) to further its technological development aimed at addressing societal challenges such as traffic congestion and emissions reduction.

The agreement establishes EMCJET as Lilium's exclusive dealer in Texas for private sales, effective through the end of 2030.

This certification by the Aero Club d'Italia (AeCI) permits pilots to operate the Jetson ONE in Italy’s uncontrolled airspace, a first of its kind globally.

This collaboration aims to establish Archer’s first international headquarters and manufacturing facilities in the Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industry (SAVI) Cluster in Abu Dhabi.

This delivery positions Joby as leader in delivering electric air taxis to the U.S. Air Force and possibly the first to achieve such a delivery in the United States

Joby Aviation, which is at the forefront of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft development, announced its plans to cement its presence in the historic city.

Within the scope of this alliance, Bristow has committed to a purchase of two Volocopter VoloCity aircraft, set to be delivered post-certification.

The collaboration between LIFT and Marubeni will focus on the commercialization of LIFT's HEXA personal aerial vehicle in Japan.

This influx of capital pushes Archer’s total funding beyond the $1.1 billion mark, a financial milestone crucial for the company's ambitious roadmap towards obtaining FAA certification and initiating commercial operations by 2025.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed off on the funding on July 31, earmarking it for the creation of an advanced air mobility park named MICH-AIR at the bustling Battle Creek Executive Airport (BTL).

This collaboration sets the stage for an innovative revolution in sustainable urban transportation, with the first flights expected to take off in Rome by 2025.

The deal will involve the delivery of up to six of Archer's Midnight aircraft to the Air Force, in addition to sharing flight test data, pilot training, and developing maintenance and repair operations.

The demonstration took place in Shanghai, China, and involved three of AutoFlight's "Prosperity I" models, a forward step not only for AutoFlight but also for the nascent "battery electric Airtaxi" sector.

In this latest partnership, STILFOLD will support Kookiejar in enhancing the sustainability of advanced air mobility.

The milestone flight took place at EAA AirVenture and showcased Wisk's 5th Generation autonomous eVTOL technology demonstrator, Cora.

This move is part of PLANA's strategic efforts to expedite its technology research and development initiatives and expand its presence globally.

Through this agreement, PLANA is set to become a part of OneSky's Future of Flight program.

The production facility will be located in Taubaté, São Paulo, Brazil

PLANA will provide Hi-Air with its hybrid-electric AAM aircraft, CP-01, starting from 2030.

EHang raised the capital from several strategic investors, with Mr. Lee Soo Man, a well-known South Korean music producer and entrepreneur, leading the group.

This development opens up opportunities for companies like Skyportz to build operational networks for electric air taxis.

The visit included over 70 representatives from various federal agencies with support facilitating the safe entry of eVTOL aircraft into the U.S. market by 2025

The collaboration marks a significant milestone in the Aero2 program, with Connova set to produce the key sub-assemblies of the airframe at their facility in Villmergen, Switzerland.

This certificate enables Joby to initiate flight testing for its first production prototype, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey towards FAA certification and large-scale production.

The demonstrations, scheduled for 2024, will mark the first public display of an autonomous eVTOL, showcasing its ability to transport up to 100 pounds of cargo.

This follows the certification basis issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the Lilium Jet in 2020.

Led by Fall Line Capital, this funding round marks a significant milestone for the company, enabling the expansion of commercial operations nationwide and accelerating the manufacturing of its SC1 aircraft.

Initially, the partnership will focus on Italy and the French Riviera, with UrbanV spearheading operations in these regions and potential expansion into additional markets in the future.

Under this partnership, AIR's aerial vehicles will operate within the airspace coverage provided by High Lander.

The agreement includes up to 50 electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, a service and operation solutions package, and the implementation of Eve's Urban Air Traffic Management (Urban ATM) software solution.

Volocopter, has expanded the potential applications of its battery-powered aircraft beyond air taxi services through a new partnership with ADAC Luftrettung, a German organization specializing in emergency medical response.

The companies are making significant progress in the construction of the world's first high-volume electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturing facility

SkyDrive will establish a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to eVTOL manufacturing in collaboration with Suzuki. This subsidiary will operate within a Suzuki Group production facility located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.

Designed as an unmanned aerial vehicle, the Aero2 features a hybrid-electric propulsion system and an aerodynamically optimized tilt-wing design.

The aim is to provide an aerial commuting option as an alternative to the heavily congested roadways in the region.

Marketed as a "flying car," the SD-05 is an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle designed by Skydrive.