Electric Aircraft

The manufacturer of the seven-seat Lilium Jet begins to install a serial production line for the aircraft’s electric propulsion system, which powers 36 electric ducted fans.

The company is now ramping up to for-credit FAA testing and expects to produce 12 aircraft this year, among other projections.

The manufacturer partnered with the city of Sugar Land, Texas, to explore operations of its autonomous air taxi in Greater Houston.

The company flew its hybrid-electric Eco Caravan using 100 percent ASTM D7566 SAF produced by partner Dimensional Energy.

lectric airplanes, air taxis, flying cars, drones, and other aircraft are being developed to address issues such as carbon emissions and the pilot shortage.

The manufacturer’s flagship Lilium Jet—an all-electric seven-seater—will be supported by chargers from Star Charge and the company’s new service, Power-On.

The German manufacturer and its partner will study regional air mobility routes, city pairs, passenger demand, and more in the ASEAN market.

The air taxi manufacturer will work with Singapore-based private aviation firm Yugo to explore regulatory and infrastructure requirements for service in the region.

The agreement calls for Electra to deliver 90 aircraft to Surf Air, which will integrate them into its green regional air mobility platform.

Other electric air taxi manufacturers, including Joby competitor Archer Aviation, had previously announced operational agreements to fly in the region in 2026.