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#flyawayFriday - While we may also see recreational ultralite eVTOLs joining the millions of UAS eVTOLs in the skies, only three eVTOLs stand any chance of going into commercial service by or in 2025, namely the EHang (NASDAQ: EH) 216S in China, the Joby Aviation S4 in the US and the Volocopter GmbH VoloCity in Europe - you need a conforming prototype to make that deadline, Robb Report. Considering that the Airbus Helicopters H160 received certification by the Federal Aviation Administration recently, almost a full 3 years after it was certified by the EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency , its highly unlikely that any aircraft that has yet to make its first flight, like the Archer Midnight pictured will be flying commercially before 2027, despite the promises.

#flyawayFriday - despite all the #advancedairmobility hype and dreams, like helicopters and helicopter charters there is a market, but will it be big enough to justify all the moneys that have been ingested in eVTOL development, when the market is likely to be dominated by a handful of aerospace companies, like every other aerospace market segment, and on the aviation side, profit margins on airservices are unlikely to be that much better than the part 135 operators and the airlines, even with autonomous flight systems? AAM is really about making aviation more sustainable and quieter, starting with small fixed wing and VTOL aircraft. Welcome to the third era of aviation, the electric age, which officially started with the type certification of the game changing Pipistrel Aircraft Velis Electro, in June 2020, its going to be an interest "flight" for many AAM companies and their investors.

#Sundaythoughts - as leading eVTOL "air/flying taxis", like the Joby Aviation S4 (first flight 2017) near type certification, subject to the Federal Aviation Administration actually being ready to issue such, one has to ask what will it take to compete with current leading urban airtaxis and commuter air VTOL aircraft, like the Airbus Helicopters H125, Bell Flight 407 and 505, and Robinson Helicopter Company R66? Firstly an eVTOL aircraft needs to be able to do 3 typical airport city centre fully laden one way flights per peak hour for 3 peak hours with just top-up charging at a similar cost per seat mile, something no eVTOL developer has demonstrated yet. Secondly existing public heliports need to be assessed to ensure that they can handle the weight and downwinds generated by a specific eVTOL. Other challenges include up-skilling aircraft maintenance facilities to support electric aircraft, especially on the battery and electrical side with high voltages. Aerospace supply chains need to be expanded to provide parts and components support for electric aircraft. A major challenge is finalizing and promulgating regulations to allow regulators to issue type certificates for eVTOLs and larger electric fixed wing aircraft. The lack of dedicated airworthiness standards for powered lift aircraft, by the FAA, despite having issued the b certification for the Leonardo AW609 in late 2007, is of particular con The biggest challenge is still public acceptance of premium midmile niche transport mode, current helicopters and eVTOLs (which include eHelicopters), by the average person catching a more energy efficient and sustaimable electric bus or train at a fraction of the price, with often minimal door to door time savings. #advancedairmolity #airtaxi #commuteraircarrier #eVTOL #flyingtaxi #urbanairmobiliyu

eVTOL airworthiness criteria released! 💡 Eve Air Mobility has released its proposed airworthiness criteria for public consultation. The National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC) unveiled the criteria, representing a noteworthy milestone in the certification process and showcasing the progress achieved in the development of Eve’s eVTOL aircraft. Find out more > > https://hubs.la/Q02fb-3W0 “The publication of the proposed airworthiness criteria is an important milestone towards the certification path of Eve’s eVTOL, and the opening for public comments contributes to the alignment of the certification basis within the industry and among different certification authorities. This is in line with Eve’s path of having the vehicle type certificate issued by ANAC, as the primary certification authority, and validated by other authorities around the world, where the eVTOL will be operated,” said Luiz Valentini, Chief Technology Officer of Eve. Read more on the AAMI website. #advancedairmobility #aam #evtol #aircraft #aerospace #aviation #transport #mobility #innovation

A few years ago one of my aviation mentors explain the importance of the airworthiness compliance process around civil aviation aircraft for transport in one sentence, the aircraft value without documentation it's near to cero, this initiatives strength the innovation for comercial prospect, the real effectiveness is in business efforts.

📰 News we're reading about: More than two dozen major eVTOL builders have been founded in the past decade, and a few are nearing commercial certification from the FAA or EASA. What's next: Each company is working on its own aircraft design, but all have the same goal -- to provide on-demand short, high-speed air trips to transport commuters or cargo. Why it matters: eVTOLs could be four or five times less noisy to nearby listeners than helicopter engines. They can also be significantly safer, greener, and cheaper to fly. Read more from Scientific American ↓ cc: Joby Aviation, Archer, Aurora Flight Sciences

#advancedairmobility / #innovativeairmobility #realitycheck needed - I sm somewhat disappointed that Lufthansa are focusing on niche eVTOLs and ignoring far more efficient eCTOL aircraft, like the BETA TECHNOLOGIES CX300, Electra.aero eSTL and Eviation Aircraft Alice, as well as the ground breaking Pipistrel Aircraft Velis Electro for initial pilot training. Advanced air mobility is not just eVTOLs and airtaxis, which have been around since 1919 are not just eVTOLs. With ~450000 fixed wing GA aircraft and just ~26000 civilian VTOLs (helicopters) globally, the real gamechanger and value add is fixed wing electric aircraft, not eVTOL. PS. Advanced / Innovative Air Mobikity is also not just electric aircraft, its also autonomous flight initiatives like the Xwing Cessna Aircraft Company Caravan, and Sikorsky Matrix helicopter flight system for helicopters. https://lnkd.in/dfYR23CV

Conforming piloted eVTOLs under construction 🚁 Archer is well underway in constructing its first three conforming Midnight eVTOL aircraft. Archer’s initial fleet of piloted aircraft will begin piloted flight testing later this year, and subsequently be used in “for credit” flight testing with the FAA as the company progresses towards commercialization. Find out more > > https://hubs.la/Q02ktFt20 “The key to achieving FAA certification is flying a conforming aircraft. I believe we are positioned to be the first in the sector to do so,” said Archer Founder & CEO Adam Goldstein. “From day one, Archer’s strategy has been to build an aircraft that is certifiable and manufacturable at scale. This focus is what has allowed us to move quicker and more efficiently than any other company in the industry over the last few years.” Read more on the Advanced Air Mobility International website. #evtol #advancedairmobility #aircraft #aviation #aerospace #transport #mobility

Exciting times ahead in Florida as Urban Link explore the use of electrical aviation vehicles! While electric vehicles offer a promising future for sustainable transportation, it's important to consider potential challenges that could arise. Factors such as battery technology, safety regulations, and infrastructure development could all seriously impact the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. By addressing these challenges proactively, it will ensure a smoother transition to a greener and more efficient transportation system. Let me know your thoughts on how this will change the aviation industry, for better or worse? #ElectricAviation #SustainableTransportation #FloridaInnovation 

Midnight eVTOL finishes first phase of testing ✈️ Archer's Midnight eVTOL aircraft has achieved another key milestone with the completion of Phase 1 of its flight test program. Phase 1 covered an array of progressively more complex flight maneuvers and data gathering missions. Archer’s Midnight aircraft finished the flight test phase in approximately three months. Find out more: https://hubs.la/Q02jGSW-0 “Midnight is progressing efficiently through our flight test program,” said Archer’s founder and CEO Adam Goldstein. “Over the last four years of flight testing, our team has been able to gather a tremendous amount of data and learnings that enable us to advance Midnight rapidly towards certification. Our team’s focus on safety and relentless execution has gotten us to where we are today and is what will allow us to achieve what no other company in the world has done to date – bring electric air taxis to cities across the U.S. and the globe.” Read more on the Advanced Air Mobility International website. #advancedairmobility #flight #aircraft #transport #mobility #test #aviation