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The manufacturer collaborates with artificial intelligence provider Daedalean on a yearlong trial using its SW4 and SW4 Solo RUAS/OPH helicopters.

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 light eVTOL manufacturer is working with AFWERX, the innovation arm of the U.S. Air Force, to assess the aircraft for a range of use cases.

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 Boston-based company says the approval puts it on a viable path to certification and commercial operations for Merlin Pilot, its flagship autonomous flight system.

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.