Global airlines have made a significant commitment to purchase 2 million tons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by 2030. The announcement, made at the IATA World Air Transport Summit in Dubai, is a crucial step towards the industry's goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. This

Eve Air Mobility, the urban air mobility unit of Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer, is officially targeting 2026 for the certification and commercial launch of its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This ambitious timeline places Eve among the leading contenders in the race to bring electric air taxis

Australian infrastructure developer Skyportz has announced plans to test a full-scale, modular vertiport in southeastern Australia in 2025. This 'vertiport-in-a-box' concept is a prefabricated terminal building designed for rapid and cost-effective deployment. The structure, based on repurposed shipping containers, is developed with partners

The UK's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released a significant new report on managing noise from drones and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. A key finding from the research, conducted with GHD, is that public perception is more influenced by the unique characteristics of a

United Airlines is advancing its sustainability goals through a new partnership with the Phillips 66 refinery in Alton, Illinois. The facility is being converted to produce renewable fuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This collaboration is a key part of United's strategy to significantly increase its use of

Moldovan low-cost carrier FlyOne has signed a provisional agreement to acquire 10 MDA1 Eviator aircraft from the new U.S. manufacturer, Meridian Jet. The letter of intent also includes options for an additional 10 planes. This marks the first commitment from a European airline for the new hybrid-electric,

Virginia Tech's Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP) is conducting crucial tests with electric aircraft in Southwest Virginia. The 'Smart Airspace' project, a collaboration with NASA, aims to develop the infrastructure for advanced air mobility, including air taxis and drone deliveries. Researchers are flying a Kitty Hawk

Royal Air Maroc has partnered with Thales to digitalize its flight operations, marking a significant step in the airline's technological transformation. The agreement involves deploying Thales's AVIOBOOK solution suite, including an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), across the carrier's entire fleet. This suite of applications

Investment analysts are highlighting Joby Aviation as a key player in the emerging electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) sector. The company is advancing through the FAA certification process and aims to launch commercial air taxi services by 2025. Supported by major partners like Toyota and Delta Air Lines, Joby

The UK's Civil Aviation Authority has published a consultation paper proposing a new way to assess and manage noise from drones, eVTOLs, and other new aerial vehicles. The framework, detailed in publication CAP2727, aims to support the safe integration of these aircraft by providing a flexible methodology for

West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) has installed its first electric aircraft charging station in a significant move towards sustainable aviation. The multimodal, interoperable charger was developed by Beta Technologies and will be located at the Marshall University Bill Noe Flight School hangar. This initiative positions CRW as a leader

The aviation industry has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as its cornerstone strategy. However, scaling SAF production faces significant hurdles that threaten this ambitious goal. SAF currently costs two to five times more than conventional jet fuel and its production is severely

Chinese scientists have developed a highly efficient new catalyst that converts agricultural waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The process, which uses corn stover, achieves a record-high conversion efficiency of 86.4 percent. This breakthrough is projected to significantly lower the cost of SAF, which is currently a major

Startup eVio Aero is developing a nine-passenger hybrid-electric aircraft to make regional air travel more sustainable and affordable. Faced with complex engineering challenges, the company is using Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud for design and simulation. This integrated environment allows their globally distributed team to collaborate

Aeon Blue is planning to develop a major sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. The proposed plant will utilize green hydrogen and green methanol to produce approximately 110 million liters of SAF annually. This project aims to support the global aviation industry's urgent

Chinese eVTOL startup Volato has achieved a significant regulatory milestone for its M1 aircraft. The East China Regional Administration of the CAAC granted the company a Prototype Flight Test Qualification for the two-ton tilt-rotor vehicle. This marks the first time this specific approval has been given to a

The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market is projected to become a multi-trillion dollar industry by 2050, attracting significant investor attention. An analysis highlights Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation as two of the leading companies poised for substantial growth. Joby is recognized for its partnership with Toyota and

Japanese eVTOL developer SkyDrive has signed a partnership agreement with the Kansai Electric Power Company (KEPCO) to commercialize air mobility. The collaboration focuses on developing the first-ever charging facilities and ground infrastructure for eVTOL aircraft in Japan. This initiative will concentrate on the Kansai region in Western Japan, a

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has demonstrated an all-electric, vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft as part of its Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) initiative. The event at Spanish Fork Airport featured the ALIA aircraft, developed by BETA Technologies. This demonstration is a key step in UDOT's

Joby Aviation has been ordered to pay $116.9 million to Blade Air Mobility following an arbitration ruling. The dispute centers on a 2021 agreement related to the purchase of Joby's eVTOL aircraft, which the arbitrator found Joby had breached. The eVTOL developer has expressed strong disagreement with

Delta Air Lines is collaborating with Georgia state leaders to explore producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from the state's vast, unused timber resources. A recent feasibility study, involving the Georgia Center of Innovation, found significant potential for establishing a new SAF production industry. This initiative supports Delta'

United Airlines is advancing its sustainability goals by sourcing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from a converted refinery in Illinois. The Phillips 66 facility in Wood River is transitioning to produce renewable fuels, including SAF, from feedstocks like used cooking oil and soybean oil. This partnership is a key part of

Japanese eVTOL developer SkyDrive Inc. is partnering with six prominent companies in the Kansai region, including MUFG Bank, to launch a feasibility study for commercial air taxi services. The collaboration aims to evaluate the business potential and operational requirements for launching electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in Western

Metro Aviation is collaborating with BETA Technologies to test an all-electric aircraft for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) operations in Texas. The demonstration involves flying BETA's ALIA CX300 eCTOL aircraft from Vermont to Texas to simulate real-world medical transport scenarios. This test aims to showcase the aircraft&

Japanese eVTOL developer SkyDrive has partnered with construction firm Takenaka Corporation to study the feasibility of converting existing rooftop helipads in Osaka into vertiports. The joint study will identify suitable buildings and assess technical requirements for the conversion, including structural integrity, fire safety, and flight paths. This initiative is part