SkyDrive receives ADO certification from Japan's Civil Aviation Bureau, becoming the first dedicated eVTOL developer in Japan to achieve the designation. SkyDrive Inc. has received Approved Design Organization (ADO) certification from the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB). The company is the first dedicated eVTOL developer in Japan to earn this designation. The ADO marks a … [Read more...] about SkyDrive Earns Japan ADO Certification, Advances 2028 eVTOL Commercial Launch
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LIFT Aircraft Begins FAA Type Certification for Commercial HEXA eVTOL
Move expands HEXA lineup and positions the company for commercial and autonomous air taxi operations LIFT Aircraft has started the Federal Aviation Administration Type Certification process for a new commercial version of its HEXA electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. The company announced the milestone from Austin, Texas. The new aircraft, called the HEXA … [Read more...] about LIFT Aircraft Begins FAA Type Certification for Commercial HEXA eVTOL
Wisk Aero Announces First Flight of Sixth Gen Aircraft
Autonomous aviation company Wisk Aero has successfully completed the first flight of its Generation 6 aircraft, marking a significant milestone in its effort to deliver the first FAA-certified autonomous passenger-carrying eVTOL to market in the United States. The Generation 6 aircraft performed its initial vertical takeoff, hover, and stabilized flight maneuvers at Wisk's … [Read more...] about Wisk Aero Announces First Flight of Sixth Gen Aircraft
SkyDrive Secures Certification Basis for eVTOL from Japan Civil Aviation Bureau
Company Releases First Photos Ahead of Expo 2025 Demonstration Flights All images courtesy SkyDrive Inc. SkyDrive Inc. has reached a significant milestone in the certification process for its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) has issued a G-1 certification basis for the 'SKYDRIVE' eVTOL. This agreement outlines … [Read more...] about SkyDrive Secures Certification Basis for eVTOL from Japan Civil Aviation Bureau
