Vertical Aerospace progresses Valo eVTOL testing and manufacturing while facing liquidity concerns and issuing a going concern warning.
The FAA issued special conditions for ZeroAvia's 600kW ZA601 electric engine, establishing safety standards for hydrogen-electric aircraft certification.
KULR Technology Group and Robinson Helicopter Company partner to develop a next-gen battery system for the eR66 electric helicopter, targeting late 2026 milestones.
AURA AERO obtains building permit for 50,000 sqm AURA Factory in Toulouse to produce hybrid-electric aircraft and drones by 2028.
NRG2fly installs first Megawatt Charging System at Væridion’s Munich facility, supporting fast charging for electric aircraft and regional flight decarbonization.
Vertical Aerospace starts automated battery pilot production to support Valo eVTOL certification and plans expanded manufacturing with new VEC2 facility.
Joby Aviation completed a piloted electric air taxi flight over San Francisco Bay, starting its 2026 Electric Skies Tour and advancing FAA certification.
Collins Aerospace initiates testing of hybrid-electric propulsion systems at The Grid lab for the EU Clean Aviation SWITCH project to reduce emissions and improve efficiency.
SkyDrive reached an agreement with JCAB on the General Certification Plan for its SD-05 eVTOL, moving toward certification and a 2028 commercial launch.
Joby Aviation initiates flight tests for its FAA conforming aircraft, advancing toward commercial certification and expanding operations across 10 states.