GE AEROSPACE COMPLETES GROUND TEST OF MEGAWATT-CLASS HYBRID ELECTRIC ENGINE SYSTEM

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GE Aerospace has completed ground testing of a megawatt-class hybrid electric engine system, advancing development of future hybrid-electric propulsion technologies for commercial aviation. CINCINNATI, USA – GE Aerospace has completed ground testing of a megawatt-class hybrid electric engine system developed through NASA’s Electrified Powertrain Flight Demonstration (EPFD) programme, marking a significant milestone in the development […]

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AUTOFLIGHT COMPLETES FIRST EVTOL DEMONSTRATION FLIGHT IN CENTRAL ASIA

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AutoFlight has completed the first ton-class eVTOL demonstration flight in Central Asia, supporting Kazakhstan’s emerging urban air mobility sector. KAZAKHSTAN ADVANCES URBAN AIR MOBILITY DEVELOPMENT WITH ALATAU CITY PROJECT AutoFlight has completed what it describes as the first ton-class eVTOL demonstration flight in Central Asia, conducted in Alatau City, Kazakhstan. The demonstration marked the region’s […]

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ARCHER TARGETS INITIAL US EVTOL OPERATIONS IN 2026 FOLLOWING FAA CERTIFICATION MILESTONE

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Archer Aviation says initial US eVTOL operations could begin in 2026 following record FAA certification progress for its Midnight aircraft and expanded flight testing activities. Archer Aviation has announced record progress in the FAA certification process for its Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with the company targeting the launch of initial US […]

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JOBY COMPLETES EVTOL AIR TAXI DEMONSTRATION FLIGHTS IN NEW YORK

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Joby Aviation completes New York City’s first eVTOL air taxi demonstration flights, advancing urban air mobility integration and FAA certification progress. Campaign marks integration milestone within controlled urban airspace NEW YORK — Joby Aviation has completed a series of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) demonstration flights across New York City, marking the first point-to-point […]

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SMARTFLYER SFX1 PROGRAM ADVANCES WITH DELIVERY OF CERTIFIABLE BATTERY MODULES

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Smartflyer has received certifiable battery modules from H55 for its SFX1 hybrid-electric aircraft, advancing system integration and preparing for ground testing and first flight. Sion & Selzach, 20 April 2026 – Smartflyer has received the first batch of certifiable battery modules from H55, marking a key development milestone in the SFX1 hybrid-electric aircraft programme. The […]

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ELECTRIC SEAPLANES SHIFT FROM CONCEPT TO OPERATIONAL NECESSITY

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Rising fuel costs, noise constraints and emissions pressure reshape regional aviation For regional operators, the transition to electric aviation is moving beyond long-term planning into immediate operational consideration, particularly in niche segments such as seaplane operations where route flexibility and environmental constraints intersect. COST PRESSURES ACCELERATE TRANSITION According to Ole Christiansen, CEO of Nordic Seaplanes, […]

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EMBRAER TO SHOWCASE INNOVATION STRATEGY AT HANNOVER MESSE 2026

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Focus on technology integration, sustainability and global partnerships Embraer is set to participate in Hannover Messe 2026, taking place from 20 to 24 April in Hannover, Germany, where the company will present its latest developments in innovation, sustainability, and advanced aerospace technologies. INNOVATION AND COLLABORATION IN FOCUS The Brazilian manufacturer will use the event as […]

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EVE AIR MOBILITY REACHES 50 TEST FLIGHTS AS EVTOL PROGRAMME ADVANCES

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Eve Air Mobility has completed 50 successful test flights of its full-scale engineering prototype, marking a key development milestone as the company progresses toward certification of its eVTOL aircraft. FLIGHT TEST PROGRAMME GAINS MOMENTUM Eve Air Mobility has achieved 50 successful flights with its full-scale engineering prototype, accumulating more than two hours of flight time […]

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IATA TRIALS CONFIRM READINESS FOR CONTACTLESS INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has confirmed that contactless, biometric-enabled international travel is technically achievable, following a series of successful Proofs of Concept (PoCs) conducted across Europe and Asia-Pacific. DIGITAL IDENTITY ENABLES PAPERLESS TRAVEL The trials demonstrated that digital identity systems can replace traditional paper-based travel documentation, enabling passengers to move through airport processes […]

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H55 BATTERY TECHNOLOGY ENABLES KEY MILESTONE FOR RTX HYBRID-ELECTRIC PROGRAMME

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H55 advances its 200 kWh Energy Storage System for the RTX Hybrid-Electric Flight Demonstrator, targeting a 30% fuel efficiency gain for regional aviation through EASA-validated technology. SION, SWITZERLAND — H55, the Swiss specialist in certified electric propulsion, has announced significant progress in the development of its 200 kWh Energy Storage System (ESS) for the RTX […]

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