Category: Aviation
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Virgin Atlantic is one step closer to make zero-emission short-haul air travel a reality
Virgin Atlantic accelerates the introduction of zero emission flight to UK customers. The technology needed for new, quicker ways to travel – including short-haul, vertical take-off aircraft – is one step closer to being developed. Virgin Atlantic, has joined a consortium to work on developing the technology needed to introduce Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in…
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Volkswagen enters the eVTOL segment with a Flying Tiger
This initial prototype has also been nicknamed the ‘Flying Tiger’ due to its distinctive black and gold livery, which was painted to commemorate its launch in the Year of the Tiger. Volkswagen Group China unveiled its first electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) passenger drone prototype, as part of its strategy to explore and break…
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Supernal revealed its eVTOL concept at 2022 Farnborough International Airshow
In order for Advanced Air Mobility to become a wide-spread mode of transportation, every detail – from the passenger experience to regulations and infrastructure – needs to be addressed from the start and work in lockstep with one another. Supernal Company revealed its initial eVTOL vehicle cabin concept at 2022 Farnborough International Airshow, providing the…
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Ampaire Achieves Longest Flight to Date for a Hybrid-Electric Aircraft
Electric EEL Aircraft Shows the Real-World Capability of Hybrid-Electric Upgrades. The Ampaire Electric EEL flew 1,075 miles (1730 km) nonstop on its journey to Oshkosh—a groundbreaking accomplishment for an electrified aircraft. The Ampaire hybrid-electric EEL demonstrator aircraft completed a 1,880 statute mile mission from Los Angeles to Oshkosh, Wisconsin, where it was on display at…
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Latest innovations in performance fibers and composites for aviation industry
The Farnborough International Airshow will make its return on 18-22 July 2022. For decades, the Farnborough International Airshow has been the global platform for the aerospace and defence industry. This year, its role will carry even greater significance with FIA2022 serving as the first major event to reconnect colleagues from around the world, enabling business…
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Airplanes to fly on sustainable fuel for Farnborough Airshow. Boeing unveils sustainability tool
Boeing’s fuel efficient 777-9 and 737-10 jets are coming to Farnborough Airshow 2022. Both airplanes are making their UK debut with flights from Seattle powered by a blend of sustainable aviation fuel to reduce CO2 emissions. CH-47 Chinook, P-8A Poseidon, FA-18E/F among defense platforms on display. Wisk Aero’s pilotless, all-electric air taxi to make European…