12-Mar-2025Source: Quantum Systems
Quantum-Systems GmbH today announces the complete acquisition of AirRobot GmbH. This strategic acquisition expands Quantum Systems’ product portfolio in drone technology and strengthens technological sovereignty for the Bundeswehr and European partners. Portfolio Expansion and Technological Synergies Quantum Systems, specializing in AI-driven fixed-wing drones and software, expands its offerings to include copter drones through the acquisition... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Airbus
ÖAMTC Flugrettung and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement for the purchase of five H140 helicopters. The Austrian helicopter emergency medical services operator is a launch customer for the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled today at the vertical lift industry show, VERTICON, in Dallas, Texas. “We were very honoured when Airbus invited us together... Read more
27-Feb-2025Source: DRF Luftrettung
[electronic translation] On February 20, 1975, Christoph 42 took off on its first mission. Since then, the DRF Air Rescue station, which has been located at Schachtholm airfield near Rendsburg since 2020, has developed into an important part of emergency care in Schleswig-Holstein. When caring for the islands and Halligen in the tidal North Sea,... Read more
14-Feb-2025Source: DRF Luftrettung
A significant increase in missions in the dark, another milestone in fleet renewal and innovative medical procedures – in 2024, DRF Luftrettung continued to focus on the consistent further development of emergency rescue by air. A total of 35,850 missions by the non-profit air rescue organisation speak for themselves: rapid assistance from the air in... Read more
11-Feb-2025Source: Wingcopter
Wingcopter, a leading German drone manufacturer, seller and service provider, has announced that it will expand its offering beyond cargo drones to include the sale of long-range BVLOS LiDAR surveying solutions. For this, the Wingcopter 198, company’s flagship product, will be equipped with superior laser scanning and camera systems, enabling the efficient and rapid collection... Read more
8-Jan-2025Source: Volocopter
Volocopter GmbH filed an application for the opening of insolvency proceedings at the Karlsruhe Local Court on 26 December 2024. The Karlsruhe Local Court began the provisional insolvency administration the following day and appointed Tobias Wahl, partner, and attorney at Anchor Rechtsanwältegesellschaft mbH, as its administrator. Volocopter is a pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM),... Read more
30-Dec-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium GmbH (“Lilium”), a pioneering electric aircraft manufacturer, announced the signing of an asset purchase agreement with Mobile Uplift Corporation GmbH, a company set up by an experienced consortium of investors from Europe and North America. Mobile Uplift Corporation GmbH intends to acquire the operating assets of the Subsidiaries Lilium GmbH and Lilium eAircraft GmbH.... Read more
18-Dec-2024Source: Polizei Sachsen
On December 16, 2024, State Minister Armin Schuster, together with State Police President Jörg Kubiessa, received the first police helicopter of the new fleet. The Free State of Saxony is investing 60 million euros in the purchase and training of three state-of-the-art H145 police helicopters. This pioneering investment underlines the state’s commitment to an effective... Read more
5-Dec-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium GmbH (“Lilium”), a pioneering electric aircraft manufacturer, confirms that the KPMG-led M&A process aimed at delivering the company’s financial restructuring continues. In parallel, Lilium reports continuing program momentum both on the commercial and technology side as the company gears up towards first manned flight of the all-electric Lilium Jet. M&A process continues as planned... Read more
29-Nov-2024Source: Reiser
Reiser Simulation and Training reports a new NH90 Maintenance Training Rig (MTR) contract for the German Navy. The state-of-the-art training system will replicate the latest NH90 Sea Tiger helicopter, a model set to join the Navy’s fleet starting in 2025. The MTR is a full-scale replica of the NH90 helicopter, meticulously designed for maintenance training.... Read more
18-Nov-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Less than a year after the contract was signed, Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first of up to 82 H145Ms ordered by Germany at its Donauwörth site. The Bundeswehr (German Armed Forces) have named their new H145Ms “Leichter Kampfhubschrauber” (light combat helicopter), or LKH for short. The helicopter’s missions include training, reconnaissance, special forces operations... Read more
18-Nov-2024Source: AUTOFLUG
AUTOFLUG GmbH, a leading provider of safety and rescue systems for aviation and defense technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sylvia Schmenk as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Notably, Schmenk is the first woman to hold this leadership position within the company. Over the past year, she has brought extensive experience from the solar industry, offering... Read more
11-Nov-2024Source: HeliOperations
HeliOperations is proud to announce the award of a £141 million contract to provide comprehensive training for German Navy helicopter pilots. The seven-year contract, awarded by the German Ministry of Defence, will ensure the highest standards of education and operational readiness for German naval pilots as preparation for operating the NH90 Sea Lion and Sea... Read more
11-Nov-2024Source: AirMed World Congress
ADAC Luftrettung, in partnership with the European HEMS and Air Ambulance Committee (EHAC), is proud to announce the return of the AirMed World Congress to Munich. From September 16 to 18, 2026, the event will bring back the world’s premier aeromedical conference to its birthplace 46 years after its inception in 1980. With a projected... Read more
1-Nov-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM) (the “Company” or “Lilium”), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, announced in a Form 6-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission that the Company received a written notice from the staff of the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Department (the “Staff”)... Read more
28-Oct-2024Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade is pleased to announce the successful completion of a transaction involving the sale of a pre-owned H135 helicopter, sourced from Malaysia, to Motorflug GmbH. The aircraft will now serve as part of the fleet for the German Federal Police, with its specific configuration making it the optimal choice for their operational needs. Rotortrade managed... Read more
28-Oct-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), announced that its principal German subsidiaries will apply for self-administration proceedings in the next few days with the competent court in Germany. This follows a lengthy and complex government approval process for a loan from KfW, which failed in... Read more
24-Oct-2024Source: HeliHub.com
eVTOL developer Lilium has its shares traded on the Nasdaq marked in the US, and has advised the SEC that it has run out of money and will not meet liabilities due in the next few days. Here are the pertinent extracts from the formal statement to SEC As previously reported, Lilium N.V. (the “Company”... Read more
16-Oct-2024Source: HeliHub.com
German eVTOL developer Lilium have this week upped the ante and taken a bold move to “play politics” in its attempt to survive. Having flagged up on multiple occasions that it needs more cash to ensure continuing operations, this latest move is seen as its last ditch attempt and failure to raise further money will... Read more
2-Oct-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ:LILM), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), has completed the first power-on milestone of its revolutionary all-electric Lilium Jet. The successful test procedure on the first in-production Lilium Jet, MSN 1, represents a significant achievement on the path to first flight and certification, confirming that the aircraft... Read more
24-Sep-2024
Offshore wind owner/developer EnBW has launched a tender for a helicopter service in the German North Sea for transportation of their workers and luggage in the contract period. The tender also makes mention of one-off flights involving cargo, including dangerous goods, but these appear to be the exception. Energie Baden-Württemberg AG (EnBW) is Germany’s third... Read more
28-Aug-2024Source: LCI
Avincis has taken delivery of two five-bladed H145 aircraft at the Airbus facility in Donauwörth, Germany. Both aircraft will be deployed in Avincis HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Services) operations. One will the join the fleet in Italy, strengthening operations across Avincis’ network of Italian bases. The other will join the Avincis fleet in Stockholm, Sweden,... Read more
12-Aug-2024Source: MV
The procurement of the two new H 145 helicopters for the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania State Police together with the State of Lower Saxony is in full swing . “We are making rapid progress in the modernization of our state police. Now that the key technical data and the equipment required by the police have been determined,... Read more
26-Jul-2024Source: EASA
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched the third release of its digital space for the exchange of information on air taxis and drones with a focus on sustainability and geographical information. The Innovative Air Mobility (IAM) Hub was launched in December 2023 and enables cities, regions, national authorities, operators, and manufacturers that have a... Read more
25-Jul-2024Source: Lilium
Groupe ADP and Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), announced a partnership to collaborate on infrastructures for the Lilium Jet in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Groupe ADP, which operates and develops 23 airports around the globe with its two major partners TAV Airports and... Read more
23-Jul-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium (NASDAQ: LILM), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), confirmed its delivery schedule allowing first customer deliveries in 2026 and provided additional program details. This confirmation is based on a recent program review that considered the testing and validation requirements needed prior to first manned flight, which is now... Read more
10-Jul-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), has successfully completed the first series of tests of its electric jet propulsion unit. For the first time, the electric engines were taken up to maximum thrust on the propulsion unit test bench, representing a landmark achievement on the... Read more
3-Jul-2024Source: Safran Helicopter Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines has signed a major support-by-the-hour contract with Airbus Helicopters for the engines powering the German Bundeswehr’s new fleet of Airbus H145M helicopters. This Support-By-the-Hour (SBH®) contract covers in-service support and MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) for more than 124 Arriel 2E engines, from helicopter entry into service to 2030. This contract is... Read more
3-Jul-2024Source: SPAES
In a recent project, SPAES completed a NVIS (Night Vision Imaging Systems) certification of preinstalled tactical radios in a MD 902 Helicopters for a customer in its own EASA Part 21J Design Organisation. This certification ensures that the radios are fully compatible with night vision equipment and that the helicopter can operate during nighttime missions.... Read more
21-Jun-2024
The NATO Helicopter Management Agency (NAHEMA) and NHIndustries (NHI) announced today the signing of a major contract for the development and delivery of Software Release 3 (SWR3) for the NH90 helicopter. This milestone agreement, valued in excess of 600M€, underscores a continued commitment to enhancing the operational capabilities and performance, and extending the in-service life... Read more
18-Jun-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM) (“Lilium” or the “Company”), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), has released its Q1 2024 Shareholder Letter. The Shareholder Letter discusses Lilium’s progress towards important milestones in the development of its revolutionary Lilium Jet and can be accessed on the Lilium investor relations website. Lilium’s Recent Accomplishments ... Read more
7-Jun-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
HTM Helicopters has placed an order for one Airbus H145 helicopter, with options for two additional helicopters of the same type. The new helicopter will be used in offshore wind operations, transporting technicians and materials to wind farm turbines off the coasts of Germany and France. “Over the past 15 years in the offshore wind business, we’ve... Read more
7-Jun-2024Source: Safran Helicopter Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines will power the German Federal Police’s (Bundespolizei) new fleet of Airbus H225 helicopters, the selection of which was announced at the ILA Berlin show. The 38 helicopters will be powered by our Makila 2A engines. The German Federal Police, which already operates a fleet of Makila-powered AS332 and H215 helicopters, is thus... Read more
30-May-2024Source: DRF
Since the beginning of the year, a new rescue helicopter has been in use in the skies over Berlin: the Christoph 100, operated by DRF Luftrettung. The official inauguration of the station in Berlin-Buch took place today in the presence of the State Secretary for the Interior of the State of Berlin, Christian Hochgrebe, and... Read more
29-May-2024Source: DRF
The nighttime air rescue network for the people of Schleswig-Holstein is getting denser. With Christoph Europa 5 from DRF Air Rescue, a second air rescue vehicle will be switching to 24-hour operation from next Saturday at midnight. In addition to the Christoph 42 helicopter of DRF Air Rescue, which has previously been stationed in Rendsburg,... Read more
28-May-2024Source: Vestas
Vestas will pilot Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the Baltic Eagle Wind Farm in the Baltic Sea during 2024. The pilot project entails Vestas technicians and jack-up vessel crew using helicopters partly powered by SAF to transport themselves to and from the Baltic Eagle wind farm during the construction phase of 50 offshore wind turbines.... Read more
22-May-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ:LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet and global pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), today announced it has started construction of an advanced test facility for integration and certification testing of the Lilium Jet. Designed in partnership with global engineering group SEGULA Technologies and located at Lilium’s headquarters... Read more
22-May-2024Source: Lilium
The Federal Government of Germany and the Free State of Bavaria have commissioned the state development bank KfW in Frankfurt to conduct due diligence on Lilium (NASDAQ: LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet and global pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), as part of the customary state support process.... Read more
21-May-2024Source: Aircraft Electronic Engineering GMBH
German avionics specialist Aircraft Electronic Engineering GMBH (AEE) has been awarded a contract by Airbus for the series production of special mission computers for the H145 and H145M helicopters. AEE General Manager Phillip Volz and Lukas Hamm-Riff, AEE Accountable Manager EASA Part 21G & Part 145, now signed the respective contract. “We developed the first... Read more
30-Apr-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet and global pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), announced that it will unveil the full-scale Lilium Jet model for the first time at EBACE2024: Europe’s premier aviation and advanced air mobility event, taking place 28-30 May 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland... Read more
29-Apr-2024Source: ADAC Luftrettung
On April 10, 2024, winch training by the non-profit ADAC Luftrettung will start in the Eschenlohe municipality. The exercise takes place in cooperation with the Bavarian Mountain Rescue Service west of the A95 motorway. Flights with the ADAC rescue helicopter are planned from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Teams consisting of a total of 14... Read more
26-Apr-2024Source: HeliHub.com
eVTOL developer Volocopter is telling their local German press that they will have to “consider insolvency in the foreseeable future” if their current financial problems are not resolved. The company initially tried to secure a guarantee with the German state of Baden-Württemberg where they are based, but after that was rejected they next turned to... Read more
24-Apr-2024Source: GAMA
General Aviation Manufacturers Association announced, during its press conference at Aero Friedrichshafen, the publication of a white paper entitled “Recommendations for Accelerating the Development of the Electric Aviation Sector in Europe.” The paper proposes important recommendations for European regulators and policymakers to support the emerging sector of electric aviation. The paper builds upon GAMA’s efforts... Read more
24-Apr-2024Source: ADAC Luftrettung
Departure into the fourth decade of life: The non-profit ADAC Luftrettung has been operating the state of Brandenburg’s intensive care transport helicopter (ITH) “Christoph Brandenburg” at its Senftenberg location since April 20, 1994. Together with the ADAC rescue helicopter “Christoph 33”, which has also been stationed there since 1991, it brings people quick help from... Read more
19-Apr-2024Source: Continental Aerospace Technologies
Continental®, a subsidiary of Continental Aerospace Technologies™ Holding Limited (HKEX: 232.HK), is proud to announce its newest Jet-A piston engine variant, the CD-170R. Built upon decades of innovation, Continental® is proud to expand its CD-100 series to include the new CD-170R model specifically for rotorcraft applications. Continental® has submitted the engine certification package to the European Union... Read more
19-Apr-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet, announced that it has received the first set of standby flight instruments from Garmin®, a leading provider of avionics solutions. The deliveries, which follow the multi-year supplier contract signed by Lilium and Garmin in 2023, will be integrated into the... Read more
18-Apr-2024Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet, announced that it has started production of the advanced, aviation grade battery packs that will power the Lilium Jet on its first piloted flight, targeted for end of 2024. This latest milestone represents a landmark in the development of the... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Volocopter
Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), announced that it is now an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) from the German Federal aviation office (Luftfahrtbundesamt) through its subsidiary, Volocopter Air Services. This certification allows Volocopter to train pilots for its future products. The company is the first electric take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer to... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Volocopter
Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), announced that it reached a landmark milestone in certification. It has received the German Federal Aviation Office’s (Luftfahrtbundesamt or LBA) Production Organisation Approval (POA) extension that allows the production of the VoloCity aircraft. This POA extension applies to the two new Volocopter production and hangar facilities in... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Honeywell
Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) announced it will supply 105 T55-GA-714A engines to support Germany’s procurement of new CH-47F aircraft, the country’s first fleet of Chinook helicopters. This sale supports Honeywell’s alignment with the compelling megatrend of the future of aviation. “The German army’s selection of the CH-47F Chinook helicopter is a testament to the reputation of not just... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Loft Dynamics
Loft Dynamics is announcing a partnership with HMotion — a joint venture between Airbus Helicopters and ADAC HEMS Academy — through the delivery of two Airbus H145 VR flight simulation training devices (FSTDs), which will be installed at a new simulator center in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany. This modern training center will offer a wide range of... Read more
28-Feb-2024
As the first HEMS operator in Europe, DRF Luftrettung plans to introduce the “Powered Aero Loader” (PAL)™ developed by HeliMods on its H145 helicopters. The PAL™ is an electro-hydraulic stretcher loading system operated at the push of a button, which allows rapid loading and unloading of ambulance stretchers into rescue helicopters. Furthermore, both parties are... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Airbus
German helicopter emergency medical services operator DRF Luftrettung and Airbus Helicopters have announced orders for up to ten H145 helicopters (seven firm orders, three options). “It is the mission of DRF Luftrettung to continuously improve medical care for people in need. With the new order of ten additional H145s, we continue to ensure the optimal service for our patients by... Read more
21-Feb-2024Source: ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH
ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH has been commissioned by the procurement authority for the Brandenburg police force to supply its pioneering visAIRion laser safety glasses to the pilots and flight technicians of the Brandenburg police helicopter squadron. The laser safety glasses were handed over to the future users at the Ahrensfelde site. The police helicopter squadron... Read more
20-Feb-2024Source: Airborne
Airborne is selected by Airbus Helicopters to renew the cutting room in Donauwörth, Germany, with state of the art digital Kit by Light systems. The main objective is to improve operation and material efficiency by making composite plies kitting faster, easier and without mistakes. The new Cutting & Kitting lines will include full digital control... Read more
16-Feb-2024Source: Priority 1 Air Rescue
Priority 1 Air Rescue (P1AR), a world leader in helicopter Search and Rescue (SAR) and Tactical mission operational training and support, is pleased to announce the award of a multi-year contract by French Ministry of Armed Forces Command to provide virtual SAR, Tactical, Aerial Use of Force/Gunnery , and NVIS simulation and training support services... Read more
19-Dec-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
The German Bundeswehr and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for the purchase of up to 82 multi-role H145M helicopters (62 firm orders plus 20 options). This is the largest order ever placed for the H145M and consequently the largest for the HForce weapon management system. The contract also includes seven years of support and services, ensuring... Read more
13-Dec-2023Source: Wingcopter
The Germany-based delivery drone company Wingcopter, which focuses on improving medical supply chains and the logistics of urgently needed goods, has won the Gründerszene Award 2023, the most prestigious award for German startups. The winner was chosen from 15 pre-selected start-ups in a public voting process. “Being voted Startup of the Year by the Gründerszene... Read more
30-Nov-2023
The first NH90 Sea Tiger took off on-schedule for its maiden flight, at Airbus Helicopters’ site in Donauwörth, Germany. The German Bundeswehr ordered 31 NH90 Sea Tiger multi role frigate helicopters for the German Navy’s shipborne operations in 2020. Airbus Helicopters is now entering a qualification phase that will focus on flight testing the helicopter... Read more
14-Nov-2023Source: Hensoldt
As part of the German Armed Forces’ “Timber Express 2023” exercise, sensor solution provider HENSOLDT has connected several flying platforms via data link and networked them with modern information systems. Using the EUA OPTARION mission support system, situational information could be reliably communicated between the NH90 and TIGER helicopters and other platforms such as the... Read more
11-Oct-2023Source: TRUMPF
The aviation company Airbus Helicopters will in future use 3D printers from the high-tech company TRUMPF to produce components for its helicopters and for aircraft from the parent company Airbus. Airbus Helicopters is expanding its additive manufacturing capacity with a new 3D printing center in Donauwörth. TRUMPF supplies the machines for 3D printing of metal.... Read more
10-Oct-2023Source: Wingcopter
Wingcopter and the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Frankfurt UAS) launched the “Drohnen-Lastenrad-Express-Belieferung“ (“Drone-Cargo Bike Express Delivery”) project. Under the name “LieferMichel”, the pilot project offers residents of remote districts in Michelstadt, Hesse, the opportunity to have groceries and consumer goods delivered to their homes quickly and emission-free by Wingcopter delivery drone and cargo bike.... Read more
27-Sep-2023Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet, announced that it is starting assembly of the Lilium Jet’s revolutionary electric propulsion system at its dedicated propulsion facility located next to its headquarters in Wessling, Germany. The announcement marks another exciting milestone on the targeted path towards industrialization and... Read more
25-Sep-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
During the German National Aviation Conference in Hamburg, Airbus Helicopters unveiled the PioneerLab, its new twin-engine technology demonstrator based on the H145 platform. It complements Airbus’ range of FlightLabs and focuses on testing technologies that reduce helicopter emissions, increase autonomy and integrate bio-based materials. “With PioneerLab, we continue our ambitious strategy to test and mature... Read more
18-Sep-2023Source: Dufour Aerospace
Dufour Aerospace is pleased to announce that the German electric propulsion system manufacturer Plettenberg has been selected as a supplier for the tail thruster propulsion unit of the uncrewed tilt-wing aircraft Aero2. Simon Bendrey, Head of Design of Dufour Aerospace, says: “Plettenberg offer a compact, high torque, electric motor which is perfect for the tail... Read more
8-Sep-2023Source: VÆRIDION
The Danish companies Copenhagen AirTaxi and Copenhagen Helicopter – both based at Roskilde Airport – along with German aircraft manufacturer VÆRIDION, have today signed a cooperation agreement aimed at accelerating the green transition of regional aviation in the Nordic region. By 2030 at the latest, the first 100% electric flights are expected to be introduced... Read more
30-Aug-2023
Lower Saxony and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania (aka Niedersachsen und Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) are jointly purchasing four new Airbus H145 police helicopters – two for each federal state. The contract for the cross-border cooperation has now been awarded to the company Airbus. Joint procurement takes place via the Lower Saxony Logistics Center (LZN), which saves effort, time and money.... Read more
25-Aug-2023Source: Airbp
Air bp, the international aviation fuel products and services supplier, is now offering Jet-A1 fuel at Berlin Brandenburg Airport’s (BER) General Aviation (GA) terminal in a newly agreed agency collaboration with ExecuJet. Air will bp will refuel aircraft at the GA terminal supported by two Air bp tankers. ExecuJet, part of the Luxaviation Group, handles arriving... Read more
19-Jul-2023Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM) (“Lilium” or the “Company”), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing jet, announced that it has successfully arranged a capital raise for a total amount of $192 million. Participants in the upsized round included leading German technology investors Earlybird Venture Capital, BIT Capital, UVC Partners and Frank Thelen, multiple... Read more
15-May-2023Source: Wingcopter
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will provide a €40 million quasi-equity investment into Wingcopter GmbH, a European leader and pioneer in unmanned delivery drone technology and related services. Founded in 2017 in the German state of Hesse, Wingcopter’s electrically powered unmanned aircraft are already delivering goods as part of several small-scale commercial and humanitarian projects.... Read more
28-Mar-2023Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet, and battery cell production partner, Customcells, are ramping up battery cell production of Lilium’s high silicon content cells with weekly deliveries from Customcells production line in Tübingen, Germany. The production line will deliver thousands of cells annually and is on track... Read more
24-Mar-2023Source: DRF Luftrettung
Spring is finally here and with it the new H145 with five-blade rotor in Niebüll. Since March 20, Christoph Europa 5 has been in use with the latest technology currently available in rescue services. The new helicopter was already flown to Niebüll at the weekend and then had to be scaffolded: “We have heard so... Read more
21-Mar-2023Source: HeliHub.com
Business Insider are reporting that Germany is on the point of ordering 82 H145M helicopters from Airbus, 24 of them armed with anti-tank missiles. This follows the rejection of further upgrades to their Tiger gunship fleet. The Germany military currently have a fleet of 51 Tigers, but only a fraction of those are operational at... Read more
17-Mar-2023Source: Wingcopter
Wingcopter, the German developer and operator of delivery drones, and Hamburg-based ZAL Center of Applied Aeronautical Research GmbH have announced a development partnership. Together, they intend to explore the potential of green hydrogen to power Wingcopter’s drones, which are already purely electric, and develop a sustainable, hydrogen-based propulsion system. The propulsion system will later be produced by Wingcopter... Read more
10-Mar-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
The German Federal Police (Bundespolizei) has signed a long-term HCare Classics support contract for 10 H120 helicopters. The fleet of H120 helicopters are used for training pilots at the Bundespolizei aviation school in St. Augustin. The support contract will secure the availability of H120 parts, as well as obsolescence management and technical support. “Our pilot... Read more
