7-Sep-2026Source: Elroy Air
Elroy Air, a U.S.-based technology developer of autonomous heavy-cargo drones for commercial logistics, defense and rapid response, today announced the completion of the first autonomous and uncrewed flights authorized under the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP). This marks a historic moment on the way to nationwide... Read more
7-Sep-2026Source: Tata Elxsi
Tata Elxsi, a global leader in design and technology services, and Sarla Aviation, an advanced air mobility company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of Shunya, Sarla Aviation’s six-seater plus one pilot electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The partnership brings together Sarla Aviation’s vision for urban air mobility... Read more
4-Sep-2026Source: Bell
Global helicopter manufacturer Bell Textron Inc. has returned to Salon Privé at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire, England for one of the United Kingdom’s most prestigious luxury automotive events. Bell is showcasing two static models at this year’s show: the Bell 407GXi Designer Series and the Bell 505, reinforcing Bell’s long-established aerial presence in the United Kingdom.... Read more
4-Sep-2026Source: Air Methods
For the last two decades, AirLife Georgia has been providing lifesaving care to the residents of Covington and the surrounding communities. On Thursday, August 27, the base held a celebration that brought together current and former crew members, first responders from throughout the area, hospital partners, and a pair of former patients. Among the former... Read more
4-Sep-2026Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility, a global leader in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and urban air mobility (UAM) solutions, has published its inaugural Sustainability Report. The report outlines Eve’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy and demonstrates how its integrated UAM ecosystem supports cleaner transportation, reduced congestion, and more connected cities. The report reflects Eve’s... Read more
4-Sep-2026Source: Airbus Helicopters
Japan’s Fire and Disaster Management Agency (FDMA), under the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, has signed an order for an Airbus H160, marking the agency’s very first acquisition of the next-generation helicopter. Stationed in Kumamoto prefecture in the Kyushu region, the H160 will join FDMA’s existing helicopter fleet to enhance nationwide emergency response, speed... Read more
4-Sep-2026Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. Operational and Financial Highlights for the Second Quarter of 2026 Sales and deliveries of products included 36 units of electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) aircraft, comprising 35 units of the EH216 series1 and one unit of VT35, compared with 52... Read more
3-Sep-2026Source: DJI
DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, announced the successful completion of three missions on Mount Qomolangma (also known as Mount Everest), advancing breakthroughs in high-altitude delivery, mapping, and atmospheric research. Missions featured the new DJI FlyCart 100 for delivery and the new DJI Matrice 4E for mapping on the South... Read more
3-Sep-2026Source: Midwest Aerospace
Midwest Aerospace, Ltd. is pleased to announce the strategic merger of its newest company, Midwest Blade Tech, with Rotorcraft Repair & Manufacturing, creating a stronger organization dedicated to delivering industry-leading rotor blade repair, engineering, and manufacturing services. The merger combines Midwest Blade Tech’s customer-first approach with Rotorcraft Repair & Manufacturing’s decades of rotor blade expertise... Read more
3-Sep-2026Source: HAL
HAL Airport, Bengaluru, has become the first airport in India to operationalise the Required Navigation Performance – Category H (RNP CAT H) helicopter approach procedure, a satellite-guided precision navigation system designed exclusively for helicopters. Developed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), validated through flight trials by HAL test pilots and approved by the Directorate General of... Read more
3-Sep-2026Source: SkyDrive
Air India Limited (hereinafter, “Air India”), India’s leading global airline, SkyDrive Inc. (hereinafter, “SkyDrive”), a company engaged in the development, manufacture, and sales of eVTOL aircraft, and Suzuki Motor Corporation (hereinafter, “Suzuki”) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to conduct a joint feasibility study on the use of eVTOL aircraft for medical air logistics... Read more
2-Sep-2026Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company announced the selection of Česká letecká servisní, a.s. (ČLS) as an authorized Sikorsky distribution center for BLACK HAWK helicopter parts within the European Union. Leveraging ČLS’s extensive experience delivering turnkey avionics and equipment solutions for both helicopter and fixed‑wing platforms, the agreement reinforces Sikorsky’s commitment to European customers and enhances... Read more
2-Sep-2026Source: SkyMatch
SkyMatch Group, a global private helicopter concierge, is preparing its international network for the next generation of vertical aviation, including certified eVTOL air taxis and advanced air mobility services. The initiative is designed to extend SkyMatch Group’s existing helicopter concierge model into emerging private aviation markets as commercial operations become available. LONDON, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ —... Read more
2-Sep-2026Source: Leonardo
Stefano Villanti is appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters. Stefano Villanti brings extensive experience in Leonardo’s rotorcraft business, having held senior leadership positions within Leonardo Helicopters for the past ten years, including leading Sales, Marketing and Contracts for over the last three years. As Managing Director, Stefano Villanti will ensure that Leonardo Helicopters remains firmly... Read more
1-Sep-2026Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility and RV Connex Co., Ltd., a leading Thai engineering and aerospace company, are signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together on regulatory development that will help shape Thailand’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry. Under the terms of the MOU, RV Connex and Eve will jointly collaborate on long term industry... Read more
1-Sep-2026Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited, the world’s leading advanced air mobility (“AAM”) technology platform company, today announced that its proprietary EH216-S, a pilotless human-carrying electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has successfully completed its first public flight at Hong Kong Cyberport. The flight marked the first public demonstration since the first phase of validation flights began... Read more
31-Aug-2026Source: CoolFly
CoolFly, a developer of personal electric aircraft and eVTOL platforms, officially launched Urban, its standing-position personal aircraft, during the CoolFly Global Product Launch held on Aug. 13 in Hangzhou, China. Under the theme “This Time, It Really Flies,” the event also introduced the Dream series of seated personal aircraft and CoolFly’s NA80 flight control system,... Read more
31-Aug-2026Source: VFS
The 20th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), held at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh on July 18–19, was an outstanding success by all measures. The two-day program featured a record 47 speakers and 12 moderators, and attracted nearly 200 in-person attendees — a 50% increase over last year — also a record. More than 100 registrants... Read more
31-Aug-2026Source: McDermott Aviation
McDermott Aviation apprentice Dylan Martin has been named Apprentice of the Year at the 2026 Queensland Training Awards North Coast Regional Final, recognising his commitment and achievements as he builds a career in aircraft maintenance engineering. Dylan received the award at the North Coast Regional Final in Maroochydore on 31 July and will now represent... Read more
28-Aug-2026Source: HeliHub.com
NHV has announced the appointment of Darren Weatherby-Boon has been appointed as Base Manager in Aberdeen Darren has been an important part of NHV for several years and currently serves as Ground Operations Manager for our UK AOC. In his new role, he will continue to oversee these responsibilities alongside his position as Aberdeen Base... Read more
27-Aug-2026Source: Entrol
Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, announces the sale of a customized H125 FNPT II MCC simulator to the Tunisian Air Force, operating under the Ministry of National Defense of Tunisia. The agreement, formalized in July 2025, marks the second simulator project delivered by entrol to the Tunisian Air Force, reinforcing the... Read more
27-Aug-2026
SkyDrive Inc. announced that Stéphane Ginoux has joined SkyDrive as an advisor, effective August 1, 2026. In his previous role, Ginoux was concurrently the President of Airbus Japan and the Head of Airbus operations in North Asia. Ginoux has approximately 30 years of experience in the aviation industry. During his tenure at Airbus, he spearheaded... Read more
27-Aug-2026Source: Vertical Aerospace
Vertical Aerospace Ltd., a global aerospace and technology company pioneering electric aviation, announces it will hold its Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) at 1:00 pm BST on September 11, 2026 at their Bristol Headquarters, Unit 1, Camwal Court, Chapel St, Bristol BS2 0UW, United Kingdom. Shareholders are invited to consider proposals detailed in the Company’s circular... Read more
27-Aug-2026Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited, the world’s leading advanced air mobility (“AAM”) technology platform company, today announced the dismissal of PricewaterhouseCoopers Zhong Tian LLP (“PwC”) and the engagement of KPMG Huazhen LLP (“KPMG”) as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm to audit the consolidated financial statements of the Company for the fiscal year ending December 31,... Read more
27-Aug-2026Source: Enstrom
For an event that welcomed 734,000 attendees, 10,000 aircraft, 6,000 volunteers, and more than a thousand exhibitors, Enstrom Helicopter still managed to stand out with its terrific rotorcraft display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. Enstrom showcased a 280FX and 480B at its booth, where company representatives welcomed a steady flow of aviation enthusiasts, current Enstrom... Read more
27-Aug-2026Source: EHA
European Helicopter Association (EHA) Chairman Fredrik Kämpfe 🟢 visited the headquarters of VAI | Vertical Aviation International, where he met with VAI President and CEO François Lassale and the VAI management team for wide-ranging discussions on the future of the two associations’ collaboration and the strategic priorities facing the vertical aviation sector. The visit reflects... Read more
27-Aug-2026Source: Wisk Aero
Wisk Aero, an autonomous aviation company, today announced the groundbreaking of a new state-of-the-art vertiport at Hollister Municipal Airport in California. The facility is one of the first public airport vertiports designed to support both piloted and autonomous operations in the United States. Located alongside Wisk’s existing flight test facilities in Hollister, the 100-foot by... Read more
27-Aug-2026Source: Ornge
Enterprise aviation software provider Ramco Systems Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Ramco Systems Limited, announced that its long-time customer, Ornge, has successfully gone live with Ramco’s Digital Task Card with eSign-off and Mechanic Anywhere Mobile Application across all of its maintenance bases. The rollout marks a significant milestone in Ornge’s digital transformation journey, transitioning its maintenance execution operations from... Read more
26-Aug-2026Source: NTU Singapore
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has completed a month-long flight-test campaign in Germany with Singapore’s first indigenously designed, engineered and built electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The prototypes, comprising 8-metre and 3-metre wingspan variants, are research technology demonstrators, currently not designed to carry passengers. Working with flight-test experts from the German Aerospace Center (DLR),... Read more
24-Aug-2026Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced the sale of three Airbus H225 helicopters to Kitz-Air GmbH (“Kitz-Air”), an Austria-based operator specialising in heavy-lift, transport and special missions. The transaction marks Kitz-Air’s first acquisition from Milestone and establishes a new customer relationship between the two companies. The three... Read more
24-Aug-2026Source: HELP Appeal
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) has received more than £800,000 from the HELP Appeal, the only charity in the country dedicated to funding NHS hospital helipads, to support planned safety improvements to the helicopter landing site at Royal Stoke University Hospital. The £814K contribution will help fund works identified through the Trust’s... Read more
24-Aug-2026Source: Enstrom
Innovation extends beyond aircraft performance—it also enhances the pilot experience. Enstrom Helicopter Corporation (Enstrom) is further enhancing the versatility of its 280FX with FAA approval of the Thermacool Electric Air Conditioning system, certified through the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) held by Kelly Aerospace Thermal Systems. The Thermacool electric air conditioning system provides efficient cockpit cooling... Read more
24-Aug-2026Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, before the U.S. market opens. EHang’s management team will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 PM on Tuesday, August... Read more
24-Aug-2026Source: York Region
The Regional Municipality of York and Ornge are pleased to announce they have reached an agreement to keep the helipad at York Region Paramedic Services Headquarters in East Gwillimbury operational, ensuring continued access to timely air ambulance services for residents across York Region. Originally launched on July 12, 2024, as a two-year pilot project following... Read more
24-Aug-2026Source: Davenport Aviation
Davenport Aviation is pleased to announce that the Phoenix Police Department has placed an order for a new Airbus H145 helicopter, further strengthening one of the nation’s premier airborne law enforcement programs. The addition of the H145 reflects the department’s continued investment in modern aviation capabilities that enhance public safety, operational readiness, and mission effectiveness.... Read more
24-Aug-2026Source: HeliOperations
HeliOperations (HeliOps) and Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH (REISER) signed an agreement at the Farnborough International Airshow for the delivery of an AW139 Flight Training Device (FTD) and a stationary REISER hoistAR® training system. The FTD will be built on REISER’s newly developed Next Generation-FTD (NG-FTD) platform and will simulate the Leonardo AW139 in its... Read more
20-Aug-2026Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading compact eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Gold Coast Helitours, a premier helicopter operator based in the Gold Coast, Australia. This milestone agreement represents SkyDrive’s first LOI with an Australian operator regarding the introduction of its aircraft. The parties have... Read more
20-Aug-2026Source: Moog
Moog Inc., a worldwide designer, manufacturer and systems integrator of high-performance precision motion and fluid controls and control systems today announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Near Earth Autonomy (Near Earth) to integrate autonomous flight capabilities into Moog’s Genesys Avionics Suite™. By combining CAPTAIN, Near Earth’s industry-leading autonomous pilot system and Responsive Uncrewed Capability... Read more
20-Aug-2026Source: XTI Aerospace
XTI Aerospace, Inc., an aerospace and advanced technology platform and parent company of Drone Nerds, LLC, (“Drone Nerds”), a leading drone solutions platform serving commercial, enterprise and government customers, announced two leadership changes designed to streamline management and position the company to address the significant growth opportunities across the commercial, industrial and defense drone markets.... Read more
20-Aug-2026Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited, a world-leading advanced air mobility (“AAM”) technology platform company, announced the launch of its Global Fast Track Program — a structured and accelerated pathway for the assessment and introduction of pilotless eVTOL operations in international markets. Sri Lanka is the inaugural market under the initiative, with Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Ports and... Read more
20-Aug-2026Source: Helicopter Institute
Helicopter Institute announced the appointment of Jonathan “Jon” Britton as President, strengthening the company’s leadership as it continues to grow its military, government, public safety and commercial aviation training programs. Founder Randy Rowles will continue as Director of Operations and Training, remaining actively engaged in flight operations, training, checking, safety, regulatory oversight and the development... Read more
20-Aug-2026Source: LifeFlight
LifeFlight’s latest cohort of critical care doctors are now rescue ready to help Queensland communities across the state. The 30-strong group recently underwent a week of intensive aeromedical training at the LifeFlight Training Academy at Brisbane Airport to prepare for their new, exciting roles. The doctors have headed to work in regions and cities across... Read more
20-Aug-2026Source: Loft Dynamics
Loft Dynamics, the leader in virtual reality (VR) pilot training, announced that Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (Kawasaki) will become the first organization in Asia-Pacific to deploy its newly released H145 Multi-Pilot VR Simulator, bringing immersive H145 VR training to the region for the first time. For nearly five decades, Kawasaki has contributed to the development,... Read more
18-Aug-2026Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) President and CEO François Lassale commends FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau’s service and leadership as the FAA veteran prepares to depart the agency: “On behalf of VAI and our members, I congratulate Chris Rocheleau and thank him for his dedicated service to the FAA. Chris provided steady leadership during one of... Read more
18-Aug-2026Source: Air Methods
Patients in southeastern Arizona may now receive emergency air medical care faster because Willcox-based LifeNet Arizona 8 recently obtained first responder status. This means that when they are called to the scene of an emergency by 911 dispatch or a Sheriff’s or fire department, the pilot can identify a safe place to land the helicopter... Read more
18-Aug-2026Source: AutoFlight
AutoFlight, a global leader in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), together with its strategic partner Alatau Advance Air Group Ltd. (AAAG), is showcasing Advanced Air Mobility through live electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) demonstration flights and themed activities during the Games of the Future 2026 in Astana, Kazakhstan. AutoFlight successfully completed its Air Taxi Demonstration... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: Air Methods
Patients needing emergency air medical transport across central and western Iowa will soon receive critical care faster than ever thanks to three upgraded Bell 429 helicopters coming to UnityPoint Health – Des Moines LifeFlight this year. The first arrived in Audubon this week, with the other two arriving in the fourth quarter of the year to serve the areas... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: Archer Aviation
Archer Aviation Inc. announced its aviation foundation model, ZEE, achieved a technical breakthrough demonstrating the capability to accurately predict real-time aircraft trajectories on the airport surface minutes into the future, a frontier breakthrough in its mission to lead the industry in building physical AI for aerospace and defense. Archer shared the technical details underpinning this... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: Davenport Aviation
Davenport Aviation is pleased to announce that the Baltimore County Police Department has placed an order for a new Airbus H125 helicopter. Purchased through Davenport Aviation’s GSA contract, the aircraft represents the department’s second new H125 acquisition through Davenport and will replace an older AS350B3 currently in service. The Baltimore County Police Department operates a... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility, a global leader in eVTOL aircraft and integrated services, is announcing a partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for a focused Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) initiative at SunTrax Air. The FDOT-led initiative will bring together Eve’s expertise in eVTOL aircraft, operations, and services with SunTrax Air’s research, testing, and validation... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: VAI
Awards are available for students, professional aviation mechanics/engineers, and commercial helicopter pilots. VAI is offering four scholarships for 2027 to help students, aviation maintenance technicians, and commercial helicopter pilots continue their education and training. Mechanic/Engineer and Student Scholarships • Robinson Pete Riedl Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Scholarship: Presented by Robinson Helicopter Co., this scholarship honors the late, longtime... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: Summit Aviation
Summit Aviation has named Victor Kriger chief financial officer. Kriger joined the company July 27 and will oversee Summit Aviation’s financial strategy, planning, reporting and decision support. Kriger’s appointment is part of a planned leadership transition ahead of the retirement of Joyce Price Morales, who has served Summit Aviation for more than 39 years. Kriger... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade, the global helicopter dealership, is pleased to announce that its U.S. maintenance facility, Rotortrade MRO Latrobe, has received Mexico’s Workshop Certificate Convalidation (Convalidación de Certificado de Taller de Mantenimiento Aeronáutico) from the Agencia Federal de Aviación Civil (AFAC), extending international recognition of its FAA Part 145 capabilities. The approval authorizes Rotortrade MRO Latrobe to... Read more
17-Aug-2026Source: Air Methods
Expectant mothers with high-risk pregnancies now have improved access to a higher level of care thanks to Native Air and LifeGuard. The Roswell-based emergency air medical provider can now carry a TOCO monitor for continuous in-air fetal monitoring, and their sister bases in Artesia and Carlsbad are also trained to use the device on their... Read more
13-Aug-2026Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading compact eVTOL (*1) aircraft developer based in Japan, announced the completion of a demonstration flight of its “SKYDRIVE” eVTOL aircraft (SkyDrive Model SD-05). The flight, held at the test site inside the Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park, western Japan, was designed to simulate a scenic touring flight over the Seto Inland... Read more
13-Aug-2026Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has expanded its component, repair, and overhaul (CRO) facility in Australia to include hydraulic component maintenance and repair. This marks a major milestone as Bell’s first facility in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to offer specialized hydraulic services, reinforcing the company’s commitment to comprehensive aftermarket support across Australia and... Read more
13-Aug-2026Source: PHI Air Medical
PHI Air Medical, a leading provider of air ambulance services, announced its new partnership with Arizona Fire & Medical Authority (AFMA), which will expand vital emergency air medical transport to residents across Arizona’s West Valley. The co-operative partnership will bring together PHI Air Medical aviation and clinical flight expertise with AFMA public safety paramedicine capabilities,... Read more
13-Aug-2026Source: Penn State Health
Penn State Health Life Lion Critical Care Transport has welcomed a new helicopter to its life-saving fleet, reinforcing the program’s commitment to providing safe, rapid critical care transport across central Pennsylvania and surrounding communities. The newest aircraft will be stationed at Life Lion’s Lancaster base, within the program’s top referral county for both air and... Read more
13-Aug-2026Source: HeliHub.com
The National Fire Agency’s National 119 Rescue Headquarters announced today that it has newly deployed two KUH-1 Surion firefighting helicopters to the Chungcheong-Gangwon 119 Aviation Unit based in Chungju, North Chungcheong Province. Operations are scheduled to commence on August 22. In their primary firefighting role, a 2,000 litre belly-mounted tank is fitted. The KUH-1 also... Read more
13-Aug-2026Source: Ontario
As part of its plan to protect Ontario and keep communities safe, the Ontario government has delivered the first Joint Air Support Unit helicopter in Peel Region. The deployment marks the first helicopter to enter service through Ontario’s Joint Air Support Unit, a $191 million provincewide initiative that is expanding aerial policing capacity across Ontario. “Criminals are... Read more
13-Aug-2026Source: Skyfly
Skyfly Technologies Ltd. announced it has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Florida Department of Transportation to operate at SunTrax in Auburndale, Florida. Skyfly is developing a unique and groundbreaking two seat fixed-wing aircraft that is built to conform to the FAA’s new MOSAIC rules for Light-Sport Category aircraft. Called the Axe, it... Read more
12-Aug-2026Source: HeliHub.com
Flexjet Vertical Lift, he rotary wing arm of the long-established business jet operator, is to move its UK base 15 miles from Fairoaks Airport to Blackbushe Airport, according to a report by Business Air News. This will put their most frequently used helicopters – a pair of Sikorsky S76C++s – further away from central London,... Read more
12-Aug-2026Source: Robinson Helicopter Company
The R44 is known for its simple design, low operating cost and reliable performance. Pilots and small businesses fly it for training, tours, farm work, news coverage and personal travel. It has become one of the most common helicopters in the sky today. “Delivering the 5,000th R44 Raven II reflects the enduring trust operators around... Read more
11-Aug-2026Source: Archer
The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) and Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) today announced the companies have signed definitive agreements in which Archer will acquire Boeing’s Wisk Aero, SkyGrid and Insitu subsidiaries. The deal will combine complementary capabilities developed over decades in autonomy, electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) –... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading compact eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with the following three Thai companies: Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited (“Bangkok Airways”), Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited (“SPI”) and Saha Tokyu Corporation Company Limited (“Saha Tokyu”). Under this partnership, the four... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: Joby Aviation
Hillwood announced that Joby Aviation, Inc. has signed a lease for 45,000 square feet at Alliance Air Trade Center in Haslet, part of Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport. Located within Hillwood’s 27,000-acre AllianceTexas development, the leased space marks the first significant North Texas presence by an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: Fundamental Advisors
Fundamental Advisors, an established alternative asset manager focused on municipal, public purpose and community assets, recently announced the acquisition of BlueSky Helicopters, a Southern California-based aerial services operator focused primarily on firefighting, utility services and other essential aviation services. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Based in Southern California, BlueSky provides specialized helicopter services... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: LifeFlight of Maine
LifeFlight of Maine is excited to share that it has added another state-of-the-art medevac helicopter to its fleet. The aircraft is an Agusta 109 SP twin-engine helicopter, manufactured by Leonardo. LifeFlight acquired this helicopter, referred to as “Yankee Mike” for the last two characters in its tail number, N901YM, late last year and had the interior completely rebuilt to meet the specifications of its sophisticated air medical transport program. Yankee Mike was... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility, a leader in advanced air mobility, announced that its engineering prototype has completed its first partial transition flight, marking an important milestone in the development and testing of the company’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The flight involved the activation of the aircraft’s rear pusher propeller and thus signified the... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, is proud to announce the official opening of its newest Air Methods of Kentucky base. Kentucky 15 is based at Russell County Airport and works with the other six Air Methods of Kentucky aircraft to provide lifesaving care throughout southcentral Kentucky. “It’s always a proud day... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading compact eVTOL (*1) aircraft developer based in Japan, announced the commencement of formal familiarization meetings with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Familiarization meetings, which are designed to deepen a regulatory authority’s understanding of an aircraft’s performance and incorporated technologies, are a critical step in the aircraft type certification process. SkyDrive’s... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: Life Link III
Life Link III is pleased to announce Shane Farmer, DHA, MHA, FACHE, CPHQ, as its next President & Chief Executive Officer, effective July 31, 2026. Farmer brings over 25 years of experience in patient care, healthcare operations, and executive leadership. He began his career as a flight paramedic serving children’s hospitals, an experience that inspired... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited, a world-leading advanced air mobility (“AAM”) technology platform company, announced that its flagship EH216-S successfully completed Central Asia’s first pilotless human-carrying flight of an electric vertical takeoff and landing (“eVTOL”) aircraft in Astana, Kazakhstan. During the Games of the Future 2026 (“GOTF2026”), the EH216-S conducted multiple route flights over the event venue... Read more
10-Aug-2026Source: Vertical Aerospace
Vertical Aerospace is close to announcing $100M in equity financing to fund development of its Valo eVTOL and strengthen its balance sheet, Sky News reported yesterday. The New York-listed British-based company is reported to expect about $35M from existing institutional investors, with Mudrick Capital Management and Yorkville Advisors providing much of the commitment. The transaction,... Read more
7-Aug-2026Source: HeliHub.com
Last December, NHV made an initial announcement to say that Chinese group GDAT, through their leasing company subsidiary GDHF, were pursuing a purchase of the company – but it was not to be. The news on the ground at the Helicopter Investor conference in London in mid-June was pointing to regulator Interfederale Screeningscommissie (Belgian Interfederal... Read more
