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The NCC calls for interest in TPC pipe permeability project

The joint industry project seeks to better understand the permeability performance of thermoplastic composite pipes for hydrogen distribution to de-risk for widespread adoption.  

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Plana, DUC Hélices Propellers to develop propellers for AAM

High-performance, low-noise, and eco-friendly composite propulsion systems will be designed, produced, tested and certified for the CP-01 hybrid eVTOL aircraft.

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AutoFlight Prosperity I enters the eVTOL market

The eVTOL’s full-scale interior and exterior design by Frank Stephenson Design is being showcased at the 2023 Paris Air Show. 

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Thermoplastics

GKN Aerospace, Joby Aviation sign aerostructures agreement

GKN Aerospace will manufacture thermoplastic composite flight control surfaces for Joby’s all-electric, four-passenger, composites-intensive ride-sharing aircraft.

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GKN Aerospace to provide aerospace expertise for Supernal eVTOL vehicle

GKN’s supply of lightweight aerostructures, EWIS and maturation of high-rate manufacturing technologies will lay the foundation for scaled AAM manufacturing.

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United Airlines, Eve Air Mobility to bring eVTOL flights to San Francisco

Eve’s efficient transportation option will expand electric air commuting options in the Bay Area after its entry into service in 2026.

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Stellantis, Archer move partnership to “execution phase”

Construction is well underway on Archer’s high-volume eVTOL aircraft manufacturing facility, with experienced Stellantis personnel provided expertise alongside Archer teams to prepare for efficient manufacturing operations.

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Defense

Piasecki acquires former Lockheed Sikorsky facility for VTOL development

Former Heliplex facility in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, will be transformed into an R&D center for VTOL and UAS aircraft, including Piasecki’s HAXEL demonstrator and PA-890 which use composites.

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Plana targets full-scale, hybrid-electric eVTOL prototype by 2025

Leading up to commercial operations in 2028, Plana is establishing U.S. locations to accelerate FAA certification and brand awareness of its composite hybrid eVTOL.

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Eve Air Mobility advances eVTOL testing phase

The Brazilian aircraft company makes strides toward maturing critical technologies for scheduled certification and entry-into-service in 2026.

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