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1 week ago

NRG2fly Delivers First Megawatt Aircraft Charger to Væridion in Munich NRG2fly installs first Megawatt Charging System at Væridion’s Munich facility, supporting fast charging for electric aircraft and regional flight decarbonization.

NRG2fly delivered its first Megawatt Charging System to Væridion’s new hangar near Munich, enabling sub-30-minute charging for electric aircraft. Væridion targets prototype flights by 2027 and commercial ops by 2030. #NRG2fly #Væridion #ElectricAviation
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NRG2fly Delivers First Megawatt Aircraft Charger to Væridion in Munich NRG2fly installs first Megawatt Charging System at Væridion’s Munich facility, supporting fast charging for electric aircraft and regional flight decarbonization.

NRG2fly delivered its first Megawatt Charging System to Væridion’s new hangar near Munich, enabling sub-30-minute charging for electric aircraft. Væridion targets prototype flights by 2027 and commercial ops by 2030. #NRG2fly #Væridion #ElectricAviation

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2 weeks ago

Loganair and BETA Technologies Launch Electric Flight Trials for Royal Mail Deliveries in Scotland Aviation News – Loganair and BETA Technologies have commenced a landmark series of demonstration flights using the ALIA CTOL electric aircraft to modernize mail delivery across the United Kingdom. This initiative specifically evaluates how the Royal Mail can integrate electric aviation into its essential daily services to reach remote Scottish communities. The flight program officially took flight on March 20, 2026, with an inaugural journey from Glasgow to Dundee.

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3 weeks ago

Joby Aviation Hits Major Milestone with First FAA-Conforming Aircraft Tests Aviation News – Joby Aviation has officially commenced flight testing of its first FAA-conforming aircraft, marking a critical advancement toward Type Inspection Authorization (TIA) and commercial passenger service. This development coincides with a major White House-backed initiative that allows mature eVTOL designs to begin early operations across the United States this year. The California-based company is currently utilizing its own pilots to conduct initial tests at its Marina facility.

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3 weeks ago

Electra Selected as Premier Private Partner for Trump Administration’s New Advanced Air Mobility Program

#Aviation #Electra #AAM #eVTOL #FAA #TrumpAdministration #FutureOfFlight #AirMobility #ElectricAviation #eIPP

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3 weeks ago

Presenter urges preparation for eVTOL integration into national airspace A presenter urged federal support for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs), saying the Department of Transportation and the White House want U.S. innovators to lead and calling for seamless integration of eVTOLs into the national airspace system.

A call to action has been made for the U.S. to embrace electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, heralding a revolution in how we travel and transport goods.

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1 month ago

Vaeridion Partners with Molicel for Electric Microliner Battery Supply Vaeridion secures Molicel as battery supplier for its electric Microliner, targeting first flight in 2027 and commercial entry by 2030.

Vaeridion partners with Molicel to supply lithium-ion cells for its nine-passenger electric Microliner, aiming for first flight in 2027 and commercial service by 2030. Wing-integrated batteries support efficiency and safety. #Vaeridion #Molicel #ElectricAviation
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1 month ago

Uber and Joby Aviation launch in-app air taxi booking ahead of Dubai debut Uber has integrated Joby Aviation's electric air taxis into its app ahead of a Dubai launch later in 2025, with one-tap booking connecting ground and air travel as Joby nears final FAA certification for US operations.

Uber has integrated Joby Aviation's electric air taxis into its app ahead of a Dubai launch later in 2025, with one-tap booking connecting ground and air travel as Joby nears final FAA certification for US operations. Bne IntelliNews #Uber #JobyAviation #AirTaxi #Dubai #ElectricAviation

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1 month ago

MD Aircraft Signs LOI with Makmor for 10 Electric Aircraft in India MD Aircraft GmbH and Makmor sign LOI for 10 MDA1 electric aircraft to expand regional connectivity in India with fixed-wing electric planes.

MD Aircraft signs LOI with Makmor for 10 MDA1 electric fixed-wing aircraft to connect regional Indian cities. Flight testing starts 2028; service expected by 2030. #MDAircraft #India #ElectricAviation
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1 month ago

Electra Secures U.S. Patents to Protect Hybrid-Electric EL9 Ultra-Short Takeoff Aircraft Aviation News – Electra has secured multiple U.S. patents safeguarding the core technologies behind its hybrid-electric propulsion and flight control architecture, a move that strengthens certification progress for its nine-passenger EL9 Ultra Short aircraft and supports safer, more efficient short-field operations. The newly granted patents protect critical systems that enable the company’s electric blown lift concept, including control logic…

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1 month ago

Munich Startup Tests Heavy-Lift eVTOL Romeo for Emergency Medical Missions Aviation News – Munich-based ERC System has completed the first public test flight of its 2.7-tonne electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, marking one of Europe’s largest electric air mobility demonstrations and signaling new potential for rapid medical evacuation and heavy-lift operations. The startup unveiled the prototype, named Romeo, during a flight demonstration on Friday at the Erding military airfield near Munich.

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1 month ago

H55 Completes First EASA Battery Certification Tests in Aviation H55 successfully passes all EASA-required propulsion battery certification tests, advancing electric aviation safety and production readiness.

H55 completes the first EASA-required propulsion battery certification tests using serial-conforming hardware. Their Adagio battery module manages thermal runaway at the cell level, advancing electric aviation safety. #H55 #EASA #ElectricAviation
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1 month ago

JetSetGo Plans 50 Electric Valo Aircraft to Launch India’s Air Taxi Network Aviation News – JetSetGo has signed a deal with Vertical Aerospace to purchase up to 50 electric Valo aircraft and jointly roll out advanced air mobility services across India, a move that could bolt the country toward cleaner, faster regional air travel. The agreement, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding on 5 February 2026, sets the framework for the two companies to build route networks, define operating models and work with regulators to introduce electric and hybrid-electric aircraft into commercial service.

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1 month ago

AutoFlight Tests 10-Seat eVTOL in Public Transition Flight Aviation News – Chinese eVTOL developer AutoFlight has revealed its new Matrix air taxi, a five-ton electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, following a successful public full transition flight on February 5, 2026, marking what the company calls a world first in heavy-class urban air mobility. The Matrix is designed to carry up to 10 passengers and represents AutoFlight’s latest step in scaling electric air mobility beyond small two- to four-seat prototypes.

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2 months ago

Eve Expands Japan Footprint With Major eVTOL Deal Aviation News – Eve Air Mobility has secured a second binding agreement with Tokyo-based operator AirX for up to 50 electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, accelerating plans to launch zero-emission urban air services across Japan. The deal marks Eve’s latest expansion in Asia and deepens its partnership with AirX, a leading provider of helicopter charter and advanced air mobility services in Japan.

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2 months ago

Vertical Aerospace Wins Singapore Grant for eVTOL Air Ambulance Aviation News – Vertical Aerospace has secured a Proof-of-Concept grant in Singapore to develop and test its Valo electric air taxi as a rapid-response air ambulance, aiming to speed up medical evacuations for remote island communities. The UK-based aircraft developer was selected as a winner of the “Dimension X Cohort 7 Challenge,” run by Hatch, the innovation centre of Singapore’s Home Team Science & Technology Agency (HTX).

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2 months ago

Norway Completes First Electric Aviation Test with Bristow and BETA Norway's first electric aviation test project with Bristow and BETA Technologies completed over 100 flights, validating winter operations and airspace integration.

Norway completes its first electric aviation test with Bristow and BETA Technologies. Over 100 flights of the ALIA CX300 proved reliable winter operations and airspace integration on Stavanger-Bergen route. #BristowGroup #Norway #ElectricAviation
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2 months ago

Vertical Aerospace Unveils Valo eVTOL in New York, Eyes Manhattan Air Route Aviation News – Vertical Aerospace has made its U.S. debut in New York City, unveiling its electric aircraft Valo and outlining plans for rapid air routes serving Manhattan. The initiative, developed with Bristow Group and Skyports Infrastructure, aims to dramatically cut travel times across the city and surrounding region. Vertical Aerospace is launching its U.S. tour this week, marking the first time its commercial electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, Valo, has been brought to the American market.

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2 months ago

Bristow Secures First Delivery Slots for Electra’s EL9 Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Aviation News – Bristow Group has secured the earliest delivery positions for Electra’s EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft through a binding pre-delivery payment agreement. The move positions Bristow to lead early commercial operations of a new aircraft class designed to transform regional and point-to-point aviation. Electra and Bristow signed the PDP deposit agreement under commercial aviation industry standards, subject to aircraft certification, converting a long-standing partnership into firm commitments.

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2 months ago

Russia's United Engine Corporation (UEC)has unveiled a 500 kW hybrid power plant for drones at the UMEX 2026 international exhibition in Abu Dhabi.

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2 months ago

UrbanLink Secures $200 Million Deal for Elfly’s NOEMI Electric Seaplanes to Transform Coastal Travel AviationNews – UrbanLink Air Mobility has entered into a strategic partnership with Norway’s Elfly Group to acquire up to 20 NOEMI electric amphibious aircraft, a move set to revolutionize sustainable regional travel. This agreement, valued at approximately $200 million, positions the Florida-based operator as a primary launch customer for the world’s first all-electric commercial seaplane. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

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2 months ago

REGENT Craft Secures 30-Vessel Seaglider Order for U.S. Coastal Mobility Aviation News – REGENT Craft has secured an order for 30 all-electric Seaglider vessels from XXV, a private members club, marking a new step in high-speed coastal transportation in the United States. The deal underscores growing demand for faster, quieter, and more seamless connectivity between coastal hubs. The agreement introduces a new customer category for REGENT Craft, expanding beyond traditional transport operators into premium mobility services.

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2 months ago

Vertical Aerospace Strengthens Leadership for Valo Industrialization Vertical Aerospace appoints key executives to lead data, powertrain, and people operations supporting the Valo aircraft's certification by 2028.

Vertical Aerospace appoints Juan Carlos Sacristan, Richard Moore, and Ollie Roberts to lead data, powertrain, and people functions as it advances the Valo toward 2028 certification and commercial service. #VerticalAerospace #Valo #ElectricAviation
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3 months ago

Pipistrel Velis Electro Secures First Electric Aircraft Safety Certification in Asia Pipistrel's Velis Electro receives South Korea's first safety certification for electric aircraft, enabling commercial flight training in Asia.

Pipistrel’s Velis Electro became the first electric aircraft certified in Asia by South Korea’s Civil Aviation Authority. The plane is designed for flight training with a quiet 60 dBa profile and redundant battery systems. #Pipistrel #SouthKorea #ElectricAviation
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3 months ago

EHang Pilotless eVTOL Completes First Cross-Strait Flight in Southern China Aviation News – EHang has completed a landmark pilotless eVTOL flight across China’s Qiongzhou Strait, sharply cutting regional travel times and showcasing low-altitude mobility potential. The EH216-series aircraft flew autonomously from Haikou in Hainan Province to Zhanjiang in Guangdong Province, demonstrating how electric vertical takeoff and landing technology could transform short-distance transport. The flight took place on December 31, 2025, covering 22 kilometers between Nanhai Mingzhu Island in Haikou City and Xuwen Port in Zhanjiang City.

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3 months ago

Vertical Aerospace Completes Final Prototype to Boost Flight Testing Aviation News – Vertical Aerospace has completed its third and final full-scale prototype aircraft, a milestone that will double the company’s flight test capacity as it prepares for piloted testing and public demonstrations in 2026. The UK-based aerospace company confirmed that the new aircraft will begin piloted flight testing after commissioning in January 2026. The prototype mirrors Vertical’s current full-scale test aircraft, which is conducting transition flight tests at the company’s UK Flight Test Centre, with its most recent flight carried out on 19 December.

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3 months ago

1. #electricaviation is already working well & biofuels barely used to replace lead based obsolete General Aviation, which is the only transition use it has.

2. Every #ICEvehicle is obsolete and no new ones should be made anywhere at all. China is dumping used ones on Africa & Russia. #ChineseEV

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3 months ago

Jetson One Copies Are Now on Alibaba — Delivered in 15 Days YouTube video by Electric Aviation

You won't see this in America will you.
Ok, maybe in some gated millionaire pop-up store.
But you COULD buy one of these...
INSTEAD of paying monthly for HEALTHCARE
to make insurance companies rich playing with your life.
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3 months ago

Eve Air Mobility Completes First Flight of Full-Scale Uncrewed eVTOL Prototype

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3 months ago

Joby Aviation to Double U.S. Manufacturing Capacity for Electric Air Taxis Aviation News – Joby Aviation has announced plans to double its manufacturing capacity in the United States to support large-scale production of electric air taxis. The investment aims to enable production of up to four aircraft per month by 2027, marking a key step toward commercial passenger operations. The California-based company is expanding its manufacturing footprint amid growing public and private backing for advanced air mobility.

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