AAMI Newsletter Edition 75
Advanced Air Mobility International
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Vertical Aerospace ’s VX4 eVTOL has completed the first phase of its piloted flight test programme.
During Phase 1 at the Vertical?Flight Test Centre, the VX4 prototype conducted multiple piloted tethered flights and ground runs, across 20 piloted test sorties, completing a total of 70 individual test points.
CEO of Vertical Aerospace, Stuart Simpson , said; “It took us just one week to go from our first ground test to our chief test pilot flying the VX4, and we have been making outstanding progress since then. We continue to prove the safety and performance of our design and technology, which we believe to be market leading. Completing this first phase of testing is a significant feat for any eVTOL company and shows the strength of our aircraft, team, and our partners as we progress through our flight test programme and head towards our goal of creating a better way to travel.”
Horizon Aircraft is progressing in the development of key technological components of its hybrid eVTOL, the Cavorite X7.
Brandon Robinson , CEO of Horizon Aircraft, said; “I am extremely proud of the pace of our full-scale aircraft systems development program, the world-class team we’re building, and the game-changing technology that we’re bringing to Advanced Air Mobility. Our unique, customer-first approach prioritizes building a tough eVTOL aircraft that can operate in bad weather, icing conditions, and other challenging operational environments. This strategy is gaining strong traction with operators, driving substantial demand.”
The Advanced Air Mobility Institute has appointed Selika Josiah Talbott , J.D., to its Board of Directors as Vice President of Strategic Policy.
Selika Talbott brings a wealth of experience and expertise in mobility and transportation technology, leveraging her extensive background to drive policy initiatives that support the advancement of air mobility technologies in her role at the Institute.
Talbott said; “AAM will be a dynamic part of the future of mobility. It holds enormous potential for reshaping transportation and connectivity. From access to remote areas, transforming how we travel, and life-saving capabilities, AAM is truly a window into complete freedom of movement. I am honored to be a part of this community and join AAM Institute in their pursuit of educating and advocating in the global aviation ecosystem for the benefit of all.”
Joby Aviation has taken the first step towards becoming a certified air taxi operator in the United Arab Emirates.
During the International Civil Aviation Organization’s inaugural Advanced Air Mobility Summit, taking place in Montreal, Canada this week, JoeBen Bevirt , Founder and CEO of Joby Aviation, met with His Excellency Saif Al Suwaidi , Director General of the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), and presented Joby’s Letter of Intent to initiate Joby’s Air Operator Certificate application.
Bevirt said; “There is incredible momentum behind the adoption of clean flight across the UAE, and we’re excited to be working with a wide range of partners, including the GCAA, to lay the groundwork for one of the world’s first electric air taxi networks, delivering fast, clean and quiet journeys using our revolutionary aircraft.”