SpaceX Yet to File Paperwork in Starship Investigation, FAA Says
Elon Musk and SpaceX continue to provide hopeful updates on the next Starship flight, but red tape may delay the launch.
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Air Force Awards Archer $142 Million Contract for Midnight eVTOL
The Air Force’s AFWERX division will deploy up to six aircraft for personnel transport, logistics support, rescue operations, and more.
Gogo Delays Launch of Inflight 5G Network for Second Time in 12 Months
The inflight systems provider attributed the delay to a design error made by a third-party subcontractor of its 5G solution provider.
Drones Have Been Used to Commit War Crimes—Now They’re Documenting Them
The U.S. is sending nine Skydio 2+ drones to Ukraine’s Office of the Prosecutor General to collect photos and video of war crimes.
Wisk Aero Completes Groundbreaking Air Taxi Demonstration at Oshkosh
The Boeing-owned eVTOL manufacturer showed off its Generation 5 demonstrator to hundreds of attendees at EAA AirVenture.
Embraer, Eve Air Mobility Announce First eVTOL Production Plant
The aerospace giant and its urban air mobility subsidiary are set to break ground on a new Brazilian facility near São Paulo.
Whisper Aero Announces New Flight Test Center to Develop Ultraquiet Propulsion
Company claims to reduce aircraft noise to a whisper while delivering 20 percent greater efficiency than other ducted fan designs.
Drones May Soon Have New York City Skies Humming
Mayor Eric Adams announced the city’s new rules for drone permits, allowing the public to fly for the first time.
FAA’s MOSAIC Preview Has Major Implications for Helicopters, eVTOL
Soon, helicopters and powered-lift aircraft may be certificated as light sport aircraft, and pilots, instructors, and repairmen may gain new privileges.
FAA Releases Its ‘Innovate28’ Plan for AAM Integration by 2028
Landmark document details early air taxi operations, certification, infrastructure, environmental concerns, and more.
