Archer Aviation, a leader in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has achieved a major milestone by receiving its Part 135 Air Carrier & Operator Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This allows Archer Aviation to begin operating aircraft commercially as it works towards the launch of its Midnight eVTOL air taxi.

French aircraft developer VoltAero has reached a significant milestone in its mission to produce an efficient and eco-friendly electric-hybrid aircraft. The company has begun certification testing of the parallel hybrid-electric powertrain that will power its groundbreaking five-seat Cassio 330 aircraft.

EHang Holdings Limited, a leading player in the urban air mobility (UAM) industry, released its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of 2024 on May 20. This announcement highlights several vital achievements and provides insights into the company’s financial performance and strategic progress. Below is a comprehensive summary enriched with details from various sources to give a fuller picture of EHang’s status and future outlook.   Download PDF Version

Mr. Mohamed Al Dhaheri, board member of MLG took a ride on the EH216-S.

Guangzhou, China, May 6, 2024 - EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH), a leader in urban air mobility (UAM) technology, today achieved a significant breakthrough by completing the first passenger-carrying demo flight in Abu Dhabi with its EH216-S pilotless electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This landmark event, not only for the United Arab Emirates but also for the Middle East, marks a significant moment in urban air mobility. The company also successfully showcased the EH216-F, designed for high-rise firefighting, and the EH216-L for aerial logistics, highlighting the versatile applications of its pilotless eVTOL aircraft in the UAE.