12 days agoUSDOT Initiates eVTOL Pilot Program to Boost Aviation Innovation in North Carolina
The USDOT has launched a pilot program in North Carolina testing eVTOL aircraft as part of the Advanced Air Mobility Integration Pilot Program. This initiative, involving partnerships with Joby Aviation and BETA Technologies, aims to develop regulations, enhance connectivity, and create jobs within the rapidly growing field of advanced air mobility.
25 days agoUSDOT Kicks Off Innovative eVTOL Pilot Program in Texas
The U.S. Department of Transportation launched the eVTOL pilot program to advance air mobility in Texas. Key industry players like Joby Aviation and BETA Technologies are involved, indicating a burgeoning market for contractors in this sector.
36 days agoFAA Advances Hybrid-Electric Cargo Aviation with Successful Louisiana Flight
The FAA successfully demonstrated Elroy Air's hybrid-electric cargo aircraft, marking a significant step in integrating autonomous aviation into U.S. airspace. The collaboration with Louisiana’s Department of Transportation opens pathways for procurement opportunities in the emerging advanced air mobility sector.
102 days agoDOT and FAA Launch $8.3M Advanced Air Mobility Research Facility in Oklahoma City
The DOT and FAA have broken ground on the Vertical Take-Off and Landing Procedures and Analysis Range in Oklahoma City. This $8.3 million facility will enhance research and training for integrating VTOL aircraft into the National Airspace System, signaling growth opportunities in the aerospace sector.