Tag: electric aircraft
Japanese Electric eVTOL SkyDrive SD-05 Reaches 100 km/h in Tests
The SkyDrive SD-05, an electric VTOL multicopter supported by Toyota, hit 100 km/h in recent trials, showing strong aerodynamic performance.
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Helios Horizon Completes First Manned Flight Using Solid-State Battery Electric Aircraft
The Helios Horizon, powered by solid-state batteries, completed its maiden manned flight in Florida, marking a milestone in electric aviation.
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AutoFlight Demonstrates Coordinated Flight of 5-Ton V5000 eVTOL with Smaller V2000 Models
AutoFlight successfully flew its large V5000 eVTOL alongside two smaller V2000 aircraft, showcasing multi-weight cooperative aerial operations.
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Skydweller Solar Drone Sets Endurance Record Before Ocean Loss
The Skydweller solar-powered drone achieved a record-long flight but was lost over the ocean after battery depletion amid worsening weather.
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Vertical Aerospace Demonstrates Critical Tilt-Rotor Transition Under Regulatory Supervision
Vertical Aerospace successfully performed a key tilt-rotor maneuver under regulator oversight, advancing eVTOL air taxi capabilities.
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Archer Aviation Files Counterclaim Alleging Fraud Against Joby Aviation
Archer Aviation has filed a counterclaim accusing Joby Aviation of government fraud related to claims about domestic manufacturing.
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Archer Aviation Partners with SpaceX to Use Starlink for eVTOL Connectivity
Archer Aviation will integrate SpaceX Starlink satellite internet to support flight operations and passenger connectivity in its eVTOL air taxis.
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Uber Launches Air Taxi Service in Dubai Using Joby Aircraft Integrated in Its App
Uber introduces air taxi rides in Dubai with Joby aircraft, accessible directly through its mobile app for faster travel between designated ports.
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Archer Aviation Files Lawsuit Accusing Vertical Aerospace of Design Theft
Archer Aviation has sued Vertical Aerospace, alleging that its competitor copied designs from Archer’s Midnight aircraft for the Valo model.
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China Unveils Largest eVTOL Aircraft with 10-Passenger Capacity and 28 Electric Motors
Chinese company AutoFlight tests the world’s largest eVTOL capable of carrying 10 passengers, powered by 28 electric motors.
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