A digital rendering of Beta’s Alia-250 eVTOL, with a Helijet livery, flying in the skies above Vancouver, British Columbia. [Courtesy: Helijet]
Key Takeaways:
Helijet became the first Canadian air carrier to order Beta Technologies' Alia-250 eVTOL for future passenger, cargo, and medical transport, aiming for operations by 2026.
SpaceX's Starship is nearing its second test flight after the FAA completed its safety review, with environmental clearance and a pending lawsuit as remaining hurdles.
Zipline is partnering with Cleveland Clinic to launch prescription drone delivery in 2025, utilizing its new Platform 2 system for autonomous last-mile healthcare logistics.
Ongoing developments in the broader aviation industry include legislative efforts against foreign-made drones, the pending expiration of federal counter-drone authority, and various regional advancements in advanced air mobility (AAM).
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
