Volocopter's VoloCity eVTOL air taxi is coming to America through a partnership with helicopter operator Bristow Group. [Courtesy: Volocopter]
Key Takeaways:
German eVTOL firm Volocopter is entering the U.S. market via a partnership with Bristow Group, aiming for European certification in 2024 and a potential commercial launch before U.S. competitors.
NASA astronaut Frank Rubio set a new U.S. record for consecutive days in space, spending over 355 days on the International Space Station due to an unexpected mission extension.
The FAA extended the compliance deadline for drone operators to implement Remote ID technology until March 2024, acknowledging challenges in acquiring the necessary equipment.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
