Jeju Island, South Korea’s “Hawaii of the East” will have it’s on network of vertiports developed by London-based Skyports Infrastructure. On September 5th, during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Jeju Global Future Aerospace Confesta, held at Jeju Shinhwa World, a binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Skyports and Jeju Provincial Government, that lays the…
TORONTO, September 10, 2025 — Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR), a trailblazer in hybrid electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) design, today revealed substantial technical strides in its Cavorite X7 development program. The update highlights the company’s progression toward building a full-scale demonstrator—and its evolving potential in the advanced air mobility market. In May 2025, Horizon completed one of the…
Vertical Aerospace [NYSE: EVTL], has just completed its Phase 3 of flight testing the VX4 prototype eVTOL aircraft. The next phase is expected to be completed by the end of this year (2025). These flights were flown by the experienced pilots Paul Stone, and Chief Test Pilot Simon Davies. “Completing wingborne flight is a historic…
SANTA CRUZ, CA – September 3, 2025 – Joby Aviation has crossed a new threshold in autonomy, completing a landmark U.S. Department of Defense exercise, ReFORPAC 2025 (Resolute Force Pacific), leveraging its SuperPilot technology to log over 7,000 miles of autonomous operations and more than 40 flight hours across the Pacific Ocean and Hawaii. ReFORPAC 2025 During the exercise, Joby’s Superpilot™ autonomous…
We’ll discuss in their pursuit to dramatically reduce noise pollution, how Joby’s Actions Speak Quieter than Words: Joby Aviation (NYSE: JOBY) has been making strides in flight testing, and has been documenting it on social media. As explained by Austin Thai, Acoustics Senior Engineer at Joby Aviation, Joby envisioned their all-electric eVTOL to generate minimal…
In order to stay true to the founders’ mission of bringing to market an eco-friendly hybrid-electric Cavorite X7 eVTOL without compromising on safety and performance (speed, range, and payload), Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) has obtained $17M in cash and recruited top experts in the field as new talent. This will allow Horizon Aircraft to keep…
On August 19th, 2025, the FAA granted a P-1 Special Conditions Issue Paper for ZeroAvia’s 600kW Electric Propulsion System (EPS). This regulatory milestone comes after the FAA G-1 in February 2025. From the FAA: Certification Basis (G-1). G-1 is an IP that designates the applicable airworthiness andenvironmental regulations (i.e., noise, fuel venting and exhaust emissions), including ELOSfindings…
On August 18th 2025, BETA Technologies was welcomed with open arms at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) during an event hosted by PortsToronto (owner and administrator of Billy Bishop Airport), and Stolport (a FBO with the longest operational history at Billy Bishop Airport). BETA Technologies made a grand demonstration flight with a CTOL version…
United in Support for eVTOLS In a stride that brings urban air mobility closer to reality, Archer Aviation has achieved its longest-ever piloted flight for its Midnight eVTOL aircraft—covering roughly 55 miles in just 31 minutes, reaching speeds over 126 mph. The test, held at Archer’s flight test facility in Salinas, California, showcased not just impressive…
Capital Infusion: Fueling Flight Forward Eve Air Mobility (NYSE:EVEX) has executed a substantial $230 million equity capital raise through a registered direct offering, selling 47,422,680 shares at $4.85 each. The investors include BNDESPAR (a Brazilian Development Bank subsidiary), Embraer, and other institutional backers, right in line with Eve’s strategy of deepening financial roots in both hemispheres. The offering is set to close…
Munich, August 8, 2025 — In a move that could reshape the European advanced air mobility (AAM) landscape, Ambitious Air Mobility Group N.V. (AAMG) has reaffirmed its strong interest in acquiring key assets from Lilium, including intellectual property, certification infrastructure, and engineering expertise. The European investment and industrial holding company says it is ready to…
SANTA CLARA, CA – August 11, 2025 – If there’s one thing Archer Aviation is proving this quarter, it’s that talk of electrifying the skies is evolving into action—with actual aircraft rolling off the line. Midnight Manufacturing: From Concept to Assembly Line Archer’s manufacturing ramp is no longer just an idea. In Q2 2025, the…
In a defining leap for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in Scandinavia, Norway’s highly anticipated Test Arena for Zero‑ & Low‑Emission Aviation vaulted into reality on August 8, 2025, as Bristow Norway took to the skies with BETA Technologies’ all‑electric ALIA CX300 at Stavanger Airport. Test Flight Unfolds: A Milestone for Clean Aviation The flight, which…
Denver, July 31, 2025 — In a calculated leap beyond propulsion and performance, XTI Aerospace (Nasdaq: XTIA) has partnered with design innovator IDEO to reshape the way customers experience vertical flight. This isn’t just about building a flying machine—it’s about crafting an emotional journey from first glance to life-long ownership In the world of aviation, engineering…
Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) is sharpening its edge in the defense aviation race with two strategic acquisitions aimed at fast-tracking development of its hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft for military applications. Following last year’s splashy partnership with Anduril Industries, Archer is now layering in critical technology, talent, and manufacturing muscle—all to meet rising global demand for next-gen…
Dubai is working nonstop to become the world’s first city with a fully developed vertiport network for eVTOLs by 2026. Once complete, this will pave the way for other cities and areas across the globe to catch up to Dubai and join the worldwide trend of air taxi services within an Urban Air Mobility (UAM)…
London, August 5, 2025 – Vertical Aerospace (NYSE: EVTL), the pioneering electric aviation company based in Bristol, England, has provided an exciting update on its operations for the first half of 2025, marking significant advancements in the development of its flagship VX4 eVTOL aircraft. With strong operational and commercial momentum, the company has made critical strides in…
On August 4, 2025, Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) struck a deal to acquire Blade Air Mobility’s (NASDAQ:BLDE) urban passenger business, including the Blade brand and operations in the U.S. and Europe, for up to $125 million, with $35 million tied to performance and retention milestones This is a logical step for Joby, which is projected to be a leader in…
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