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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 received FAA authorization (Letter of Authorization) to begin expanding pilot training for its Alia 250 eVTOL aircraft.
This approval permits dual-seat training for both Beta's personnel and FAA safety inspectors, which is a key step towards the aircraft's commercial certification.
Beta is developing both eVTOL and eCTOL models, targeting FAA certification for its eCTOL in 2025 and the A250 eVTOL in 2026, and is building a nationwide 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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