Certification

The Chinese manufacturer’s EH216-S air taxi was the first in the world to receive type certification from a national regulator.

Xwing and Daedalean—which both produce automated systems for the cockpit—will collaborate on the development of certification standards.

Archer is eyeing “for-credit” testing with the FAA next year ahead of Midnight’s commercial launch, expected in 2025.

The electric air taxi manufacturer could launch commercial passenger services as early as this year, which would beat out U.S. and European rivals.

The installment is expected to be the first of many for Archer, which signed contracts with AFWERX Agility Prime worth up to $142 million in July.

Denver firm says the FAA has accepted its functional hazard analysis for its eFlyer 2.

FAA signs off on Rolls-Royce Pearl engines, which boost speed and fuel efficiency.

The company’s flagship jet flies farther with lower cabin altitude than expected.

The European regulator released a 58-page proposal to craft rules and regulations for drones and eVTOL aircraft, including air taxis.

The company flew its continuous autopilot system aboard a modified Cessna 208 Caravan, including in simulated Class B airspace.