Special-purpose Aircraft

Study Finds Fractal Vertiport Panels Could Reduce eVTOL Noise

Fractal vertiport panels could reduce eVTOL ground-effect noise, a modeling study suggests. Explore what the findings mean for quieter vertiport design.

Joby Launches Florida eVTOL Flights Under US Integration Pilot Program

Joby Aviation launches piloted eVTOL flights in Florida under the US Integration Pilot Program. Explore what the week-long activity means for air taxi integration.

California AAM Plan Addresses eVTOL Infrastructure and Regulatory Challenges

California’s AAM plan tackles eVTOL infrastructure and regulatory challenges. Explore its eight priorities and what they could mean for future operations.

How to test real-time environmental perception latency in cargo drones

Test “digital environmental perception real time” capabilities in cargo drones. Learn to measure latency, detect stale data, and set safety-based deadlines with practical testing steps.

Archer Plans Texas Air Taxi Network Across Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth and Austin

Explore Archer’s planned Texas air taxi network serving Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth and Austin, with electric Midnight aircraft targeting 10–20-minute flights and six Houston vertiports.

FAA Releases Draft Vertical Flight Facility Design Standards for eVTOL Integration

FAA draft vertical flight facility design standards guide eVTOL integration planning. Explore key implications for airport owners and AAM developers as proposed guidance evolves.

UK Skyfly Raises $10 Million to Advance Axe Personal eVTOL Production

Skyfly raises $10 million to advance Axe personal eVTOL production. Explore its $180,000 base price, planned 2027 deliveries and key MOSAIC compliance questions.

Ohio DOT Releases Three-Year Advanced Air Mobility Action Plan

Ohio DOT’s advanced air mobility action plan outlines a 2026–2029 strategy for eVTOLs and drones. Explore six pillars and what suppliers and operators should watch next.

EASA Issues Latest Supplementary Guidance on eVTOL Airworthiness Certification

Explore reported EASA eVTOL airworthiness certification guidance on battery thermal management, redundancy and flight control software—and what it could mean for suppliers and project planning.

How state of charge affects eVTOL battery pack power during landing

Can your eVTOL battery pack deliver safe landing power at low charge? Explore how voltage sag, temperature, and aging affect performance—and what credible reserve testing should prove.