Diamond Aircraft Completes First Flight of Its Electric-Powered eDA40
Company expects aircraft to be the first electric model to receive FAA Part 23 certification.
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Gulfstream Marks First Flight of Its Second G800 Test Aircraft
Gulfstream began flying its second G800 test aircraft as it continues the certification program for the new model.
Archer Earns First Visit from Newly Formed Federal AAM Interagency Working Group
The air taxi manufacturer hosted federal representatives for a flight testing demo of its four-seat Midnight eVTOL.
Alef Aeronautics’ Flying Car Design Awarded FAA Special Airworthiness Certificate
The startup’s OK to fly under experimental status will enable flight testing of its car-eVTOL hybrid, the Model A.
Joby Rolls Out First Aircraft from Production Line
The California-based manufacturer also names Toyota executive to its board of directors.
DOT: Internal Strife ‘Hindered FAA’s Progress’ on AAM Regs
Audit claims mismanagement and miscommunication continue to inhibit FAA rulemaking on air taxi regulations.
Dufour Releases Final Design for Aero2 Drone
Tilt-wing eVTOL manufacturer is targeting prototype flight testing by 2024 and serial production by 2025.
Archer Aviation Picks Billy Nolen as New Chief Safety Officer
Former acting FAA Administrator is tasked with helping the company through the eVTOL-certification process.
Blade Air Mobility Sees Growth in Medical, Stagnation in Passenger Services
Firm is continuing to progress toward profitability and eVTOL flights.
Delays Plague Vertical Aerospace eVTOL Certification
The company, which has pushed its target to 2026, expects industrywide certification ‘timeline corrections.’
