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Archer Aviation given FAA’s airworthiness criteria for Midnight eVTOL aircraft In a major milestone, Archer Aviation has received the final airworthiness criteria for its electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft Midnight from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).  The airworthiness criteria, published on May 24, 2024, set out the direction in which Archer must now travel to achieve Type Certification and eventually transport paying passengers. “The FAA announces the special class airworthiness criteria for the Archer Aviation, Inc. This document sets forth the airworthiness criteria the FAA finds to be appropriate and applicable for the powered-lift design,” the FAA airworthiness criteria read.  Read more at: https://lnkd.in/e52zT_TM #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation

Fantastic developments for the Embraer E-Jet E2 platform. While large jets and single aisle aircraft get much of the attention, E-Jets are workhorses with excellent economics. These enhancements to the E2-Jet family are excellent. Embraer indicates the improvements “deliver a net present value of US$6million per aircraft over 15 years in cost reduction and additional revenue.” https://lnkd.in/e322Sx2m

✈️ New fixed-wing aircraft capable of zero emission flight (ZEF) have the potential to transform the UK regional aviation market, but ZEF aircraft will require significant changes to the supporting aviation ecosystem in order to operate.     Connected Places Catapult is therefore launching the Connected ZEF Airfields project. Building on our previous infrastructure work, we are assembling engaged stakeholders to consider wider operational, business and safety considerations for airlines and airfields. We will then apply these to real-world UK case studies, with the aim of accelerating the UK’s adoption of ZEF for regional flight. We are seeking collaboration with stakeholders, including airports and airfields, manufacturers, and aircraft operators, as well as those involved in ground handling, finance, and hydrogen generation and distribution. Find out more and express your interest at the link in the comments 👇 #ZeroEmissions #Aircraft #Aviation #Technology #Innovation Ash Gifford Andrew Chadwick Michael Laski Kevin Greenhill Gerard Taykaldiranian

How will the new FAA regulation impact the future of eVTOL operations? The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) to facilitate the safe integration of eVTOL aircraft into the U.S. aviation system. This groundbreaking regulation lays the foundation for companies like Joby Aviation and Archer to launch commercial passenger services once their aircraft receive type certification. Unveiled by FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker at National Business Aviation Association-BACE 2024, the new rule represents a significant milestone for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Whitaker emphasized that safety will remain the FAA’s top priority as they work to integrate innovative technology into the existing airspace. The SFAR is set to pave the way for powered-lift aircraft, the first new aircraft category in nearly 80 years. The regulation covers key aspects such as pilot training, certification, and operational requirements, ensuring a safe path for instructors, pilots, and operators. The aviation community, including major players like Joby, Archer, and BETA TECHNOLOGIES, welcomed the news as a crucial step towards wide-scale AAM operations. What are your thoughts on the FAA’s efforts to support the future of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft? For more details, visit our blog: https://lnkd.in/gK_zRR7B #AviationRegulations #eVTOL #AdvancedAirMobility #FAA #JobyAviation #ArcherAviation #BETATechnologies #UrbanAirMobility #NBAABACE #AviationInnovation #AvfoilNews

Collaboration is how as an industry we can unlock the challenges to move this to reality sooner. Let’s all get involved.

At the Farnborough International Airshow, the GACA - General Authority of Civil Aviation - Saudi Arabia and Lilium N.V. have signed a pivotal memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop and implement regulations for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) operations in Saudi Arabia, targeting a 2026 launch. This partnership marks a significant step in establishing a regulatory framework for regional electric air mobility (RAM). The collaboration will begin with the formation of a joint Working Group, which will focus on key areas including infrastructure, air operations, airworthiness, and airspace integration. GACA will lead these efforts with strong support from Lilium. Saudi Arabia’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Roadmap underscores the country's commitment to integrating new transport modes into its traffic and airspace systems. Lilium, with its extensive experience in regulatory development from working with International Civil Aviation Organization, EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency, and other international bodies, will provide crucial expertise to support GACA’s objectives. Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, President of GACA, stated, “This agreement reflects GACA’s commitment to advancing sustainable air mobility solutions aligned with Vision 2030. Collaborating with leading AAM companies like Lilium will help us establish a robust regulatory framework for eVTOL aircraft.” Lilium CEO Klaus Roewe added, “We are honored that GACA has chosen us to lead the development of eVTOL regulations in Saudi Arabia. This MoU represents a crucial step towards creating the necessary regulatory environment for the successful launch of eVTOL operations.” Read the full text on our blog. #AvfoilNews #Lilium #GACA #eVTOL #AirMobility #FarnboroughAirshow #Regulations #Innovation #SaudiVision2030 #Aviation

Agreement to explore MRO activities for eVTOL 🤝 Eve Air Mobility and Saudia Technic have signed an agreement to explore the potential demand of MRO activities for eVTOL aircraft in the Middle East. The agreement includes eVTOL MRO training and the evaluation of the infrastructure requirements and processes for the potential reassembly of Eve’s eVTOL in Saudi Arabia. Find out more > > https://hubs.la/Q02yh4KN0 Johann Bordais, CEO of Eve, said; “We are delighted about the collaboration with Saudia Technic, which will support the introduction and scalability of eVTOL operations in the Middle East. "This MoA allows us to examine not only MRO activities, which are essential to ensure safety, reliability, and profitability, but also address the logistical challenges we have to deliver our eVTOL to our customers in the region.” Fahd Cynndy, CEO of Saudia Technic, added; “This MoA is in perfect harmony with Saudi Vision 2030, as it aims to establish Saudia Technic and Eve as leaders in the air mobility sector in Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East. By adopting cutting-edge technologies and seamlessly incorporating them into their operations, they are defining a new benchmark for aviation excellence in the region.” Read more on the Advanced Air Mobility International website. #evtol #aircraft #mobility #aerospace #aviation #transport

Ever heard of a BUTTER LANDING before? In aviation, a "Butter Landing" refers to an exceptionally smooth touchdown, where an aircraft lands so gently that passengers might barely feel it. This term is often used colloquially by pilots and aviation enthusiasts to describe a landing that is executed with great skill and precision, minimizing the impact with the runway. Executing a butter landing, in my opinion, involves maintaining a stable approach with consistent speed, while initiating a gentle flare to reduce the descent rate, and gradually reducing throttle to idle for a smoother touchdown. 📹: Aviacoin #aviation #aviationlovers #aviationdaily #aviationworld #aviationgeek #aviationeducation #civilaviation

Soaring through the clouds, where the beauty of aviation meets the limitless horizon. 🌤️✈️ #vayudootaviation #pilottraining #aircraftstotrainon #beautyofaviation #Flyhigh #avgeek #pilotlife #aviation #cpl #dcga.

Electric #aircraft could take off soon, but where will they charge? NREL studied this question for the Federal Aviation Administration and found that vertiports will need a serious amount of power and updated infrastructure to charge #eVTOL aircraft. But the authors also found key decisions to save on costs and simplify vertiport rollout. Read on: https://bit.ly/3TqRoEE