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Beta Gets FAA Sign-Off to Begin eVTOL Pilot Training

Beta will train additional company and FAA personnel using dual controls on its flagship electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) Alia 250.

Wednesday, August 07, 2024 at 12:16 PM ET

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Beta Technologies can begin training more pilots on its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) Alia 250. [Courtesy: Beta Technologies]

Key Takeaways:

Beta Technologies has secured FAA authorization to initiate dual-seat pilot training for its Alia 250 (A250) eVTOL aircraft.
This training targets manufacturer and FAA personnel, including safety inspectors, and is a critical step towards the A250's eventual commercial certification.
The A250, equipped with dual controls as required, will be used for these flights, aligning with FAA powered lift pilot training proposals.
Beta aims for FAA certification of its eCTOL model in 2025 and the A250 eVTOL in 2026, alongside building a nationwide electric aircraft charging network.

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Electric aircraft manufacturer Beta Technologies has the FAA’s sign-off to begin training more pilots on its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) Alia 250 (A250).

The company on Wednesday said the agency granted it a letter of authorization (LOA) to start dual seat pilot training of “manufacturer and FAA personnel,” such as the aviation safety inspector who will ultimately help certify the aircraft for commercial service.

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