Air Force Invests in Whisper’s Ultraquiet Propulsion Technology
Flight testing of the electric propulsion developer’s contested logistics concepts is expected to begin in 2027.
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Honda Receives FAA Green Light to Begin Flying Hybrid-Electric Aircraft
Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft concept was first announced in 2021.
U.S. Air Force Releases New Video of B-21 Raider
The service has also announced two additional Air Force base locations for the stealth bomber.
Merlin’s Self-Flying Cessna Begins Testing for FAA Validation
The developer of autonomous flight software for Part 23 aircraft says its test campaign will culminate in a supplemental type certificate.
Report: Boeing Grounds 777X Test Fleet
The company suspended certification flight testing after it discovered problems with engine attachments in three test aircraft.
Vertical Aerospace Begins Testing New Air Taxi Prototype
The U.K. manufacturer is back to trials after an initial prototype aircraft suffered a crash last year.
Joby Advances to Testing with Production Prototype Air Taxi
Until now, the manufacturer had only performed flight testing with less-developed, preproduction prototypes.
MightyFly Obtains ‘Industry First’ FAA Flight Corridor Approval in California
The company says its 2024 Cento is the first large, self-flying, electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) cargo drone to receive the consent.
Take a Look at Airbus’ Newly Unveiled Electric Air Taxi
The manufacturer releases new photos and video of the CityAirbus NextGen, a four-seat eVTOL design for passenger transport, medical services, ecotourism, and more.
Joby Aviation Reports 2023 Earnings, Achieves Key Air Taxi Certification Milestone
The company is now ramping up to for-credit FAA testing and expects to produce 12 aircraft this year, among other projections.
