Aircraft
News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.
Engines
Qdot Choses H3's Hydrogen Fuel Cells For Uncrewed VTOL Aircraft
Oxford University spinoff says propulsion technology could support eVTOL aircraft and business jets
Regulations and Government
Gulfstream’s G700 Earns Another Certification
The latest authorization brings the new jet's tally to more than 12
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Vertical Splits Stock as eVTOL Aircraft Developer Seeks New Investment
UK eVTOL aircraft developer reports financial results for first half of 2024
Avionics
U.S. Air Force Steps Up Backing for Autonomous Flight Technology
Reliable Robotics wins contract and new funding as rival Merlin steps up flight testing
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Boeing Pays Embraer $150M To Settle Buyout Dispute
Settlement payment confirmed in Securities and Exchange Commission filing
Aircraft
Textron Aviation Gets FAA Nod for Manufacturing SMS Plan
Company has a voluntary reporting program for employees, suppliers, and customers
Aircraft
Lower Costs, Political Momentum Favor Chinese Advanced Air Mobility
Beijing-based consultant Louis Liu of DAP Technologies provides overview of China's eVTOL prospects
Aircraft
AINsight: How To Buy a Bizjet at a Fast Pace
It takes a village to keep a business aircraft transaction on track
Aircraft
Hermeus To Build Hypersonic Testing Facility in Florida
Hypersonic developer is investing $135 million in the Jacksonville test site
Aircraft
Joby Aviation Could Make eVTOL Air Taxi Dreams a Reality in 2025
Working on its eVTOL since 2009, Joby says it is close to type certification
Regulations and Government
FAA Advisory Circular Addresses Unwanted Reverse Thrust
The FAA's recent amendments to Part 25 airworthiness regulations require system safety assessments for key systems
Aircraft
Heart Rolls Out Technology Demonstrator for Hybrid-electric Airliner
Full-scale demonstrator is now in ground trials and is expected to fly in the second quarter of 2025
Charter & Fractional
DC Aviation Orders First G400 for Charter in Europe
Large-cabin twinjet will join the German operator's management and charter fleet
Aircraft
Vertical Completes First Phase of VX4 eVTOL Flight Testing
Next phase will include thrustborne piloted flights at the UK's Cotswold Airport
Aircraft
Embraer Explores Options for Indian Supply Chain
Efforts focus on bid to supply KC-390 Millenium tanker/transport aircraft to Indian Air Force
Aircraft
NBAA To Honor Hundreds for Safe Flying
NBAA's Flying Safety Program highlights professionalism and culture
Charter & Fractional
Luxaviation Grows UK Fleet as Owner Opts for Global 6000
Client adds long-range jet to supplement existing Embraer Phenom 300
Aircraft
GAMA: Bizjet Deliveries, Billings Up in First-half 2024
Turboprop segment saw slight decline, but business jet shipments rose 9% YOY
Aircraft
Bye Begins Building eFlyer 2 Electric Trainer Prototype
Electric airplane developer recovering from financial woes
Aircraft
Bombardier Provides Base for Learjet Restoration Project
New agreement will give the project a long-term home
Aircraft
Business Aviation Flying Sees Gain in August
More declines expected in North America and Europe in September 2024
Environment
EasyJet Teams With JetZero on Blended-Wing-Body Airliners
JetZero's aerodynamic design could get a hydrogen powertrain
Aircraft
Hyundai-backed Supernal Spells Out Its Plans For eVTOL Air Taxi Services
Automakers are increasingly investing in the eVTOL industry
Aircraft
Bombardier Prepared for Stable Deliveries of 150+ Jets Per Year
Company says pricing remains strong and delivery mix will be balanced
Airlines
Loganair and Heart Team To Decarbonize UK Domestic Flights
Scotland-based regional airline aims to achieve zero carbon emissions
Aircraft
Leasing Group Solyu Agrees To Buy Jekta's Electric Amphibious Aircraft
Swiss start-up is developing hydrogen- and battery-powered versions of PHA-ZE 100
Aircraft
Archer Tops 400 Flights with Midnight Aircraft
Archer's Midnight eVTOL prototype has been busy this year
Aircraft
Electric Aircraft Developers Prep for Battery Breakthroughs
Could solid-state batteries be the holy grail for electric airplanes?
Aircraft
Boom's XB-1 Completes Second Test Flight
Company plans for the demonstrator to reach supersonic speeds this year
