EHang Holdings Limited (EH) shares are on the rise in pre-market trading after announcing a strategic partnership with Zhuhai Enpower Electric Co., Ltd. The collaboration focuses on developing high-performance electric motors for EHang’s eVTOL aircraft, further boosting the company’s expansion into the air mobility market.
Roelof-Jan “RJ” Steenstra, CEO of PortsToronto, outlines his vision for Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport’s role in shaping Toronto’s future transportation landscape. He envisions a hub for modern technology, including flying taxis and electric aircraft, offering a cleaner and more efficient urban travel experience.
Swedish startup Heart Aerospace has achieved a significant milestone in its journey to revolutionize regional air travel with its hybrid-electric aircraft. The company unveiled its first full-scale demonstrator airplane, the Heart Experimental 1 (Heart X1), a 30-seat aircraft designed to test and develop the ES-30 electric aircraft. The HX-1 will undergo ground-based testing before taking to the skies for its inaugural fully electric flight in Q2 2025.
Volar Air Mobility and Etihad Aviation Training LLC (EAT) have joined forces to advance electric aircraft operations in the UAE, aligning with the nation’s sustainability goals and commitment to innovation. This collaboration will focus on research and development, sustainable projects, and regulatory engagement, marking a significant step towards a greener future for aviation.
Volar Air Mobility and Etihad Aviation Training LLC (EAT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development and implementation of advanced electric aircraft operations. This partnership, announced during the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) event in Montreal, aims to leverage both companies’ expertise to accelerate the adoption of sustainable aviation technologies in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Bye Aerospace, a leading innovator in electric aviation, has officially started construction of its first all-electric aircraft, the eFlyer 2. This groundbreaking project, taking place at the company’s facilities in Denver, Colorado, will see the creation of a full-scale aircraft designed to revolutionize aviation training with its high efficiency and sustainability.
Elysian, a Dutch startup, has presented its design for a fully electric regional aircraft, the E9X, aiming to achieve a 500-mile range and carry 90 passengers. Despite challenges like battery charging times, Elysian believes their aircraft will be commercially viable within a decade, relying on current and near-future battery technology advancements.
Joby Aviation, a leading developer of electric air taxis, has received FAA authorization for its proprietary software suite, ElevateOS, designed for on-demand air taxi operations. ElevateOS, which will be showcased in a virtual presentation today, encompasses a range of tools, including pilot applications, operational management software, and a rider app. Joby plans to deploy ElevateOS for its own air taxi services and offer it to select partners. The company is also preparing for the launch of commercial air taxi operations by 2025, with pilot training programs and simulations.
AURA AERO has partnered with Airbus Protect to expedite the certification of its ERA hybrid-electric regional aircraft. The partnership combines the strengths of both companies, emphasizing safety, cybersecurity, and sustainability throughout the development and manufacturing processes of ERA. By leveraging Airbus Protect’s expertise in these areas, AURA AERO aims to ensure an efficient and secure certification timeline for ERA. This collaboration also offers Airbus Protect an opportunity to expand its knowledge in hybrid propulsion and all-electric systems, along with gaining insights into the CS-23 regulatory framework.
During the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Eve Air Mobility and Saudia Technic have signed a Memorandum of Agreement to collaborate on Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in the region.
