The operator of the Melbourne heliport on the Yarra River, Microflite in collaboration with Skyportz are exploring options for new electric air taxi vertiport sites to access Melbourne, starting with the existing helipad on the Yarra River. Microflite Chief Operating Officer, Rodney Higgins has plans [...]
There are currently 1,044 vertiports being planned for development between 2024-2028 around the world, or implicit in the network launch plans of eVTOL operators, according to our latest research report The global vertiport market map and forecast 2024-2028 compiled by the Global AAM/UAM Market Map research team. Of [...]
Unmanned Airspace’s bi-annual review of the UTM market, The market for UAV Traffic Management Services – 2024-2028, September 2024 edition concludes the market for UTM systems and services will be worth USD1.8 billion between 2024 and 2028, and identifies eight revenue streams for UTM infrastructure and service providers. [...]
The Advanced Air Mobility Institute has announce a new collaboration with Global AAM/UAM Market Map, providing members with valuable insights into the rapidly evolving Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) sectors. As part of this collaboration, the AAM Institute has negotiated an [...]
October 13, 2024Comments Off on SiriusJet “to test proprietary aircraft hydrogen fuel tank prototype in January 2025”
SiriusJet is actively developing metal hydride-based hydrogen storage technologies for its own use, according to the aircraft manufacturer in a Linkedin post. The company is developing the SiriusJet hydrogen-powered regional aircraft with a range of [...]
October 12, 2024Comments Off on First LiliumJet arrives in Saudi Arabia and goes on display at the Global Logistics Forum
Saudi Airlines (Saudia) in a Linkedin post has announced the arrival of its first eVTOL jet from Lilium. The aircraft will be on display until October 14 at the Global Logistics Forum in Riyadh. In [...]
October 11, 2024Comments Off on Future lower airspace flight rules: Digital or enhanced IFR?
This is a shortened version of a much longer article published in Air Traffic Management Magazine. For free access to the full version please visit https://www.airtrafficmanagement.net/air-traffic-management-magazine. By Philip Butterworth-Hayes The September 2024 Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) […]
October 10, 2024Comments Off on eVTOL installation demonstrated in central London as part of “Invest in the Emirates” campaign
An eVTOL concept is being demonstrated in central London between 9 and 16 October as part of the United Arab Emirates (UAS) “Invest in the Emirates” campaign. The installation has been built at Charing Cross […]
October 10, 2024Comments Off on SAMVA research demonstrates “integration of EGNOS GNSS with autonomous eVTOL operations”
The SAMVA project successfully hosted a dissemination event at Lleida-Alguaire Airport, aimed at raising awareness and fostering public acceptance of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) solutions. The event showcased how EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service) […]
October 10, 2024Comments Off on “Funding for eVTOL programmes is slowing” – latest McKinsey report
Funding for future air mobility (FAM) has slowed since its 2021 peak of USD6.8 billion, in line with a broader decline in venture funding for all sectors, according to a report Bridging the gap: How […]
October 9, 2024Comments Off on Skyports, SEA Milano and 2i Aeroporti launch AAM infrastructure company VEGA
Skyports Infrastructure, SEA Milan and investment company 2i Aeroporti have announced the formation of VEGA, a joint venture company established to advance the AAM ecosystem across Milan and the wider Lombardy region. According to a […]
October 8, 2024Comments Off on Textron eAviation to flight test its Nexus eVTOL at Salina Regional Airport
Textron eAviation has announced it will conduct flight testing for its Nexus eVTOL full-scale technology demonstrator aircraft at Salina Regional Airport (SLN) in collaboration with the Salina Airport Authority, in Kansas, USA. “This programme will […]
September 25, 2024Comments Off on AutoFlight and Dassault Systèmes to partner on eVTOL product development and research
In a Linkedin post China’s eVTOL manufacturer AutoFlight has announced it has signed a strategic cooperative agreement with France’s Dassault Systèmes. “The two parties will build a collaborative R&D platform covering the entire process of […]
August 28, 2024Comments Off on SkyDrive announces new investment, links with Osaka Metro to develop vertiports in Osaka
SkyDrive Inc has announced that it has signed an agreement with Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. (Osaka Metro) to study the feasibility of using eVTOL in the Osaka area after the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. […]
July 24, 2024Comments Off on Groupe ADP and Lilium partner to develop vertiports in Europe, Middle East, Asia
Groupe ADP and Lilium N.V. today announced a partnership to collaborate on infrastructures for the Lilium Jet in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Groupe ADP, which operates and develops 23 airports around the globe […]
July 24, 2024Comments Off on FI 2024: Honeywell and Odys partner to develop eVTOL/drone ground stations in the Middle East
Honeywell and Odys Aviation, a developer of advanced hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) aircraft, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the design of new Ground Control Stations to support the […]
July 23, 2024Comments Off on FI 2024: Cranfield Aerospace and Evia Aero partner to develop electric and hydrogen/electric infrastructure
Evia Energy, an affiliate of Evia Aero GmbH, and Cranfield Aerospace Solutions Limited today agreed to partner in the development of airport infrastructure to enable both electric and hydrogen-electric aircraft operations at regional airports. “This […]
July 23, 2024Comments Off on FI 2024: Lilium, SEA and Skyports partner to develop AAM services in Northern Italy
Lilium, SEA – the operator of Milan’s airports – and Skyports Infrastructure have today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) laying the groundwork for the development of a passenger electric vertical take-off […]
October 9, 2024Comments Off on Skyports, SEA Milano and 2i Aeroporti launch AAM infrastructure company VEGA
Skyports Infrastructure, SEA Milan and investment company 2i Aeroporti have announced the formation of VEGA, a joint venture company established to advance the AAM ecosystem across Milan and the wider Lombardy region. According to a […]
October 3, 2024Comments Off on Skyports and Parkin sign deal for parking facilities at Dubai vertiports
Parkin Company PJSC, the largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services in Dubai, has today entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Skyports Infrastructure. Parkin and Skyports will collaborate on the provision of […]
October 3, 2024Comments Off on Skyportz and Microflite outline plans to build vertiport network in Melbourne
The operator of the Melbourne heliport on the Yarra River, Microflite in collaboration with Skyportz are exploring options for new electric air taxi vertiport sites to access Melbourne, starting with the existing helipad on the […]
October 1, 2024Comments Off on HOK develops immersive vertiport/spectator space for Airspeeder eVTOL races
Airspeeder collaborated with the senior design team at HOK to develop this immersive solution, focused on the future of air race infrastructure. The design addresses the viewing challenges of air racing while providing a modern, […]
September 27, 2024Comments Off on The world is planning 1,044 vertiports for construction by 2028 – our latest report
There are currently 1,044 vertiports being planned for development between 2024-2028 around the world, or implicit in the network launch plans of eVTOL operators, according to our latest research report The global vertiport market map […]
September 25, 2024Comments Off on Oklahoma launches AAM strategy; around USD 35 million in vertiport investment in 2025
Oklahoma’s new advanced air mobility strategy predicts private and public investments of around USD35 million in vertiport infrastructure in 2025 and around USD 5 million in radar equipment, according to figures in the plan. “AAM […]
September 27, 2024Comments Off on The world is planning 1,044 vertiports for construction by 2028 – our latest report
There are currently 1,044 vertiports being planned for development between 2024-2028 around the world, or implicit in the network launch plans of eVTOL operators, according to our latest research report The global vertiport market map […]
September 19, 2024Comments Off on Aerial Cities 2024: Introducing 15 New Expert Speakers
This November 13th-14th, London will host DroneTalks’ Aerial Cities 2024 conference, connecting executive-level stakeholders to unlock the integration of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and drone technologies into our cities worldwide. This year, the exclusive VIP event […]
July 4, 2024Comments Off on “Our eVTOL vehicles will integrate seamlessly into existing transit infrastructure”
David Rottblatt is Senior Director, Strategy & Commercialization, at Supernal What is the latest progress/news on S-A2 eVTOL development? The S-A2 program is on track to certify and deliver our aircraft in 2028, and we […]
“Boeing 5kW compact lasers down Group 3 drones during Red Sands exercise” https://www.unmannedairspace.info/counter-uas-systems-and-policies/boeing-5kw-compact-lasers-down-group-3-drones-during-red-sands-exercise/
Future lower airspace flight rules: Digital or enhanced IFR? https://www.unmannedairspace.info/emerging-regulations/future-lower-airspace-flight-rules-digital-or-enhanced-ifr/
SAMVA research demonstrates “integration of EGNOS GNSS with autonomous eVTOL operations” https://www.unmannedairspace.info/latest-news-and-information/samva-research-demonstrates-integration-of-egnos-gnss-with-autonomous-evtol-operations/