Japan's JCAB Agrees to SkyDrive's eVTOL Certification Plan
The Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) has reached an agreement with SkyDrive on the certification plan for its SD-05 eVTOL aircraft. This is a major regulatory milestone, establishing the specific tests and safety standards the aircraft must meet to achieve type certification. The agreement paves the way for SkyDrive to proceed with the final phases of testing and compliance demonstration. This progress is a critical step for the company as it aims to launch commercial air taxi services. The plan is based on JCAB’s airworthiness inspection manual for this new class of aircraft.
Official Source: https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-03-09/jcab-agrees-skydrive-general-certification-plan
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