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Joby delivers eVTOL aircraft to Edwards Air Force Base ahead of schedule

Composites-intensive air taxi is delivered six months ahead of schedule for use in logistic mission demonstrations by the U.S. Air Force and AAM-focused research by NASA.

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Lilium commences fuselage assembly for Lilium Jet

First of seven fuselages, to be manufactured and assembled at partner Aciturri’s facility in Spain by the end of 2023, marks a pivotal step in the eVTOL aircraft’s industrialization.

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Joby selects Dayton, Ohio, for first scaled eVTOL manufacturing facility

Located in the “birthplace of aviation,” Joby’s 2025 facility, led by state and local support, will deliver up to 500 aircraft per year with potential to reinforce further growth.

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Vertical Aerospace VX4 program moves to the next phase

The company’s latest announcement touches on eVTOL flight and program updates, confirming that Vertical is still on track with no changes to the timeline.

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Recycling

VIDEO: Sustainable pressure vessel systems for heavy-duty vehicles

Automotive and filament winding experts at Voith Composites showcased their Type IV hydrogen storage tanks at JEC 2023. These 350-liter pressure vessels, manufactured with recycled carbon fiber, are primarily designed for heavy-duty vehicles.

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Toray announces opening of AAM collaboration space in Ohio

As part of the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE) space, Toray enables a closer partnership between AAM community members and global composite material experts.

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Thermoplastics

9T Labs selected to supply composite connectors to Dufour eVTOL

Structural thermoplastic composite connectors will further lightweight the Aero2 tilt-wing aircraft.

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PAL-V launches Germany-based flying car showroom

The advanced air mobility company takes a decisive step toward mainstreaming the two-person PAL-V Liberty for potential buyers, investors and enthusiasts.

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EHang completes eVTOL flight testing, preps for type certification

Since its application acceptance in 2021, the EH216-S has met all CAAC safety standards and airworthiness requirements to achieve type certification, and the end goal of commercial operation.

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Vertical Aerospace eVTOL prototype goes down during uncrewed test flight

The U.K. company has confirmed the Aug. 9 accident that resulted in significant aircraft damage and potential setbacks.

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