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PiperJet Altaire the original Single Engine VLJ

PiperJet Altaire the original Single Engine VLJ

 The PiperJet Altaire was Piper Aircraft's ambitious entry into the very light jet (VLJ) market, designed to combine a single-engine turboprop's efficiency with a business jet's performance. Targeting a maximum cruise speed of 360 knots and a range of 1,300 nautical miles, the Altaire promised a spacious cabin for up to six passengers, advanced avionics, and competitive operating costs. Despite hitting technical milestones and securing over 150 pre-orders, the project was indefinitely suspended in 2011 due to rising development costs and weak market projections for light jets. Piper preserved the Altaire's intellectual property, leaving a legacy of innovation cut short by economic realities.

Vertiport Planning & Zoning: Integrating eVTOL operations in dense urban areas

Vertiport Planning & Zoning: Integrating eVTOL operations in dense urban areas

Advanced Air Mobility and Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft will redefine urban mobility by offering point-to-point aerial transportation. However, their integration into densely populated areas will demand careful planning across three related disciplines: flight corridor design, acoustic impact mitigation, and community acceptance.

ZeroAvia’s Electric Propulsion System Powers Jetcruzer 500E

ZeroAvia’s Electric Propulsion System Powers Jetcruzer 500E

ZeroAvia’s innovative 600 kW electric propulsion system (EPS) has found its first customer in Jetcruzer International, marking a significant step in commercializing hydrogen-electric aviation. This partnership aims to integrate ZeroAvia’s technology into the Jetcruzer 500E, a six-seat hydrogen-electric aircraft targeting entry into service by 2028.

Vertiport Power Demands and Grid Infrastructure Realities

Vertiport Power Demands and Grid Infrastructure Realities

The future of advanced air mobility (AAM) relies on groundbreaking eVTOL aircraft and robust and innovative power infrastructure. Vertiports, the hubs for these electric aircraft, face significant energy challenges as they transition from concept to commercial operation.

NASA’s Sulfur Selenium solid-state battery Technology Impact on eVTOL Aircraft Development

NASA’s Sulfur Selenium solid-state battery Technology Impact on eVTOL Aircraft Development

The introduction of NASA’s sulfur selenium solid-state battery is a game-changer in the quest for sustainable aviation. This innovation, spearheaded by the agency’s Solid-state Architecture Batteries for Enhanced Rechargeability and Safety (SABERS) project, addresses critical challenges in energy storage, safety, and performance for electric aircraft. By redefining the capabilities of battery technology, this breakthrough can accelerate the adoption of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) systems.

Beyond Aero's BYA-1: The Future of Zero-Emission Business Aviation

Beyond Aero's BYA-1: The Future of Zero-Emission Business Aviation

Beyond Aero, a French startup founded in 2020, is developing a hydrogen-electric business jet, the BYA-1 (also referred to as "One"). Designed as a clean-sheet aircraft optimized for hydrogen propulsion, the BYA-1 aims to decarbonize private aviation without compromising performance or luxury. With a targeted entry-into-service date before 2030, This concept aircraft represents a potential contribution to zero-emission air travel.

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