The Toyota-based eVTOL maker joins Osaka Metro, Marubeni, Soracle, and local governments to commercialize the Osakako Vertiport on Osaka Bay. SkyDrive has launched Japan's first consortium for the commercial operation and joint usage of an eVTOL vertiport. The Toyota-based company announced the partnership on May 8, 2026. The group will commercialize Osakako Vertiport, a … [Read more...] about SkyDrive, Osaka Metro Launch Japan’s First eVTOL Vertiport Consortium
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SkyDrive Unveils Full-Scale Mockup of SD-05 eVTOL at Expo 2025 Osaka
Visitors Experience the Future of Urban Air Mobility with Life-Size Model and Boarding Opportunity SkyDrive Inc., a leading Japanese eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) aircraft manufacturer, has revealed a full-scale mockup of its SKYDRIVE SD-05 model to the public for the first time at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. The display is part of the Advanced Air Mobility … [Read more...] about SkyDrive Unveils Full-Scale Mockup of SD-05 eVTOL at Expo 2025 Osaka
The Next Model A: Alef Aeronautics’ Flying Car (Which Can Also Drive on the Road)
Model A, Alef Aeronautics' Flying Car, Receives Special Airworthiness Certificate by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb In a significant step forward for personal air mobility, San Mateo-based flying car company Alef Aeronautics recently announced that its “Model A” vehicle has received a Special Airworthiness Certificate from the FAA. While the “Special” certificate … [Read more...] about The Next Model A: Alef Aeronautics’ Flying Car (Which Can Also Drive on the Road)
SkyDrive Funding: Japanese Flying Car and Cargo Drone Company Scores More than $66 Million
Flying Car and Cargo Drone Developer SkyDrive Raises 9.6B Yen (currently $66,432,000 USD) in Series C Funding Round by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian M. Crosby Japanese flying car and cargo drone developer SkyDrive Inc. announced its acquisition of 9.6 billion yen in its Series C funding round, bringing the company’s total to roughly 14.7 billion yen. Continue reading below, or … [Read more...] about SkyDrive Funding: Japanese Flying Car and Cargo Drone Company Scores More than $66 Million
Speeder AUV by Mayman Aerospace – Like a Motorbike with Jet Engines, More Power than an Electric Drone
Mayman Aerospace Showcases Speeder AUV at Draper Venture Network CEO Summit by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian M Crosby This year’s annual Draper Venture Network CEO Summit saw the reveal of Mayman Aerospace’s flight-ready prototype of its Speeder Air Utility Vehicle (AUV). Continue reading below or listen: DroneLife · The - Speeder - AUV - Like - A-Motorcycle - With - … [Read more...] about Speeder AUV by Mayman Aerospace – Like a Motorbike with Jet Engines, More Power than an Electric Drone
