18-Feb-2026
AirMobility Inc. (Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Hisashi Asai) and Skyportz (Melbourne, Australia; CEO: Clem Newton-Brown) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance the introduction of Skyportz’s patented modular vertipad, the Aeroberm™, into the Japanese market. Background and Objectives As the commercial launch of eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft and large... Read more
16-Feb-2026Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, is pleased to announce that it will conduct demo flights of its “SKYDRIVE” (SkyDrive Model SD-05) over the five days between February 24 (Tue) and February 28 (Sat), 2026. This initiative is being organized in collaboration with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Mitsubishi Estate Co.,... Read more
9-Feb-2026Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility, a global leader in the development of next-generation electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) solutions, has signed its second binding order with Tokyo-based, AirX, a leading Japanese provider of innovative air mobility services. The binding order includes the purchase of up to 50 eVTOL aircraft. This agreement marks a significant step toward... Read more
6-Feb-2026Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, continues to expand its footprint in Asia Pacific with new orders for the Bell 429 from Japan and a recent delivery to Indonesia. Nakanihon Air Co., Ltd. (NNK), one of Japan’s largest helicopter operators, has signed a purchase agreement for two additional Bell 429 aircraft to support helicopter... Read more
5-Feb-2026Source: Vertical Aerospace
Vertical Aerospace announces a major acceleration of its commercial roadmap in Japan, working in partnership with Marubeni Corporation (“Marubeni”), one of Japan’s largest trading and investment companies with deep experience in aviation, infrastructure and mobility. Together, the companies are advancing plans for a future Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) route network across the country, marking a... Read more
29-Jan-2026Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, announced today that it has entered into a development agreement with SASMOS HET Technologies Ltd., an Indian aerospace and defence engineering and manufacturing company, for the design of the Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) for its eVTOL, the “SKYDRIVE” (SkyDrive Model SD-05). Under this... Read more
7-Jan-2026Source: Wingcopter
Wingcopter’s authorized partner in Japan, ITOCHU Corporation, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the practical use of Wingcopter’s long-range drones in aerial surveying together with PASCO Corporation and YellowScan Japan Co., Ltd. The companies initially plan to use the Wingcopter 198 in disaster management where drone-based surveying is playing an increasingly important... Read more
26-Nov-2025Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, together with a consortium led by Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd., has announced the selection of its joint proposal for the “eVTOL Implementation Project (Phase I) ” by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The consortium includes ANA Holdings Inc., East Japan Railway Company,... Read more
11-Nov-2025Source: Archer Aviation
Archer Aviation Inc. announced the Japan Airlines-led consortium, which features Archer’s Midnight Aircraft, was selected by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to participate in phase one of Tokyo’s “eVTOL Implementation Project.” Phase one of the project will assess the market and build the operating ecosystem, leading up to planned demonstration flights over Tokyo Bay and river... Read more
5-Nov-2025Source: TRU Simulation + Training
TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a Textron Inc. company, and an affiliate of Bell Textron Inc., announced the SUBARU Bell 412EPX Flight Training Device (FTD) has received Level 5 qualification from the Japanese Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB), marking a significant milestone in advancing rotorcraft training capabilities in Japan. Developed in collaboration with Bell, the FTD supports SUBARU’s mission... Read more
27-Oct-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Hiroshima City Fire Services Bureau of Japan has taken delivery of its first Airbus H160, becoming the world’s first firefighting operator of the type. The helicopter will enter into service in early 2026, and will be deployed for a wide range of public service missions including aerial firefighting, search and rescue, emergency medical missions, and... Read more
14-Oct-2025Source: Joby
ANA Holdings (ANA HD) and Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced a successful public flight demonstration of Joby’s air taxi at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The flight, the first of its kind at a world expo, included vertical takeoff, full transition to wingborne... Read more
8-Oct-2025Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Naomi Ishii, Representative Director and Executive Vice President of Suzuki Motor Corporation, and Mr. Yuki Takemori, Executive Officer, Head of Innovation Investment Department at Development Bank of Japan Inc.(DBJ), as independent directors of the company... Read more
8-Oct-2025Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a Japanese leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer, announced its participation in a public-private discussion in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 10, 2025. The discussion focused on establishing eVTOL aircraft operations in Thailand. This follows a last June MOU (memorandum of understanding) with Thai conglomerate Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited and Saha Tokyu Corporation... Read more
8-Oct-2025Source: Archer Aviation
Archer Aviation announced that its partner, Soracle, a joint venture between Japan Airlines and Sumitomo Corporation, has been named to lead the establishment of air taxi services in the Osaka Prefecture. This makes Archer the only U.S. eVTOL manufacturer set to play a key role in the establishment of air taxi services in Osaka. With... Read more
3-Oct-2025Source: US DoD
Moog Military Aircraft LLC, Elma, New York, is being awarded $43,318,100 for a firm-fixed-price, definitive contract for the procurement of swashplate actuators used on V-22 aircraft. All work will be performed in Elma, New York, and work is expected to be completed by June 2030. This contract involves Foreign Military Sales to Japan (5%). Fiscal... Read more
18-Sep-2025Source: Skyportz
Shenzhen-based Haylion Technologies, a leader in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure and energy systems, and Australia’s Skyportz, developer of a patented modular vertipad solution, today announced a strategic collaboration at the AAM Asia Symposium in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. This collaboration will bring Skyportz’s innovative vertipad landing infrastructure to the Chinese market. The partnership will commence... Read more
16-Sep-2025Source: US Army
Members of the 374th Airlift Wing and the Japan Self-Defense Force gathered in a hangar for a ceremony hosted by the wing at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 5, 2025, to witness the final flight of the UH-1N Huey at the installation and commemorate the aircraft’s retirement from the 459th Airlift Squadron. During the ceremony,... Read more
8-Sep-2025Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. a leading electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, announced the signing of a strategic partnership with PT Whitesky Aviation, one of Indonesia’s foremost helicopter operators. The collaboration aims to accelerate the adoption of eVTOL aircraft in Indonesia and explore innovative business models that can transform both urban and... Read more
5-Sep-2025Source: VAI
VAI Board Member Chris Baur, CEO of Hughes Aerospace Corp. and industry chairman of the US Helicopter Safety Team (USHST), met Aug. 20 in Tokyo, Japan, with Hiro Onishi, chairman of the Association for Promotion of Helicopter Industry, Japan (APHIJ) to discuss collaborative pathways to improve helicopter safety and expand IFR infrastructure. The conversation centered... Read more
4-Sep-2025Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, is pleased to announce the safe and successful completion of a series of demonstration flights of the SKYDRIVE (SkyDrive Model SD-05) conducted at the Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan between July 31 and August 24. The flight loops, of a few minutes in duration,... Read more
27-Aug-2025Source: Airbus Corporate Helicopters
Japanese non-classical hospitality operator NOT A HOTEL has placed an order for the country’s first ACH130 Aston Martin Edition, becoming Airbus Corporate Helicopters’ latest customer. The ACH130 is the hospitality group’s first-ever aircraft purchase, and will be used to offer unique aerial experiences for its guests seeking an elevated lifestyle immersion through its NOT A... Read more
11-Aug-2025Source: Joby Aviation
ANA Holdings and Joby Aviation, Inc., a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced a significant expansion of their relationship to bring electric air taxi service to Japan. Under new terms, the two companies intend to establish a joint venture and plan to deploy more than 100 Joby aircraft within a new... Read more
6-Aug-2025
SkyDrive Inc., a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, is pleased to announce the safe and successful completion of a demonstration flight of the SKYDRIVE (SkyDrive Model SD-05) at the Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan. SkyDrive will continue to showcase the capabilities of the SKYDRIVE with a series of further demonstration flights through... Read more
28-Jul-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Japan’s Tokyo Fire Department has awarded Airbus Helicopters with a contract for an Airbus H225 following a tender. This new helicopter will replace an older aircraft as part of the organisation’s fleet modernisation strategy. This acquisition reinforces the agency’s commitment to maintaining high operational readiness across critical missions including aerial firefighting, search and rescue, emergency... Read more
18-Jul-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Japan’s Nagoya City Fire Bureau placed an order for an Airbus H160. The helicopter will be deployed for fire fighting, search and rescue missions, as well as disaster response operations, including reconnaissance of affected areas. “We are honoured that our long-standing customer Nagoya City Fire Bureau has selected the H160 for their vital missions. This... Read more
30-Jun-2025Source: Kawasaki
Kawasaki Heavy Industries has received an order from Kobe City for one H145//BK117 D-3 (hereinafter referred to as the D-3 ), the latest model in the BK117 helicopter series, which is scheduled for delivery in March 2027. This is the sixth order for the D-3 for firefighting and disaster prevention, and the helicopter will be used as a firefighting helicopter. This marks the 37th order for the D-3 ordered by our company... Read more
17-Jun-2025Source: Wisk
Wisk Aero, a leading Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company and developer of the first all-electric, self-flying air taxi in the U.S., today announced it has signed a three-party Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The City of Kaga, Ishikawa, Japan, and Japan Airlines’ subsidiary, JAL Engineering Co., Ltd (JALEC). This unprecedented partnership will establish opportunities for... Read more
11-Jun-2025Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced that Shin-Nihon Helicopters has signed a purchase agreement for its first two Bell 429 helicopters, further expanding the largest Bell fleet in Japan. Slated to perform both powerline patrol and personnel transportation work, the new additions will bolster Shin-Nihon Helicopters’ fleet, which also includes other models like... Read more
26-May-2025Source: Honeywell
Honeywell announced the expansion of its support for Japan’s defense modernization efforts with the delivery of advanced aerospace systems for two key helicopter programs. These latest awards expand Honeywell’s footprint in Japan’s defense sector and reinforce the company’s commitment to mission readiness and long-term operational performance. As the Japan Ministry of Defense enhances its airborne... Read more
9-Apr-2025Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, is pleased to announce that, on April 9th, 2025, we successfully conducted a demo flight of “SKYDRIVE (SkyDrive SD-05 model)” as part of the Media Day event at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai (“the Expo”). Additionally, we have released footage of recent test flights... Read more
7-Apr-2025Source: Kawasaki
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced its delivery of two H145//BK117 D-3 helicopters (hereafter, “D-3”) to National Police Agency. These are the third and fourth D-3s to National Police Agency. With its excellent maneuverability, high speed, and high visibility, the D-3 is not only used as a police helicopter for patrol, and investigation of accident sites... Read more
17-Feb-2025Source: Boeing
The Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) has ordered 17 CH-47 Block II Chinooks Extended Range to modernize its fleet, replacing some of its CH-47 JA aircraft. The aircraft will be co-produced by Boeing and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI). Boeing and KHI have delivered over 100 Chinooks to the JSDF since the 1980s, making it one of... Read more
12-Feb-2025Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, is pleased to announce that the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (“JCAB”) has issued a G-1 certification basis (*2) for its eVTOL aircraft. The JCAB’s decision, which represents an important milestone along SkyDrive’s path to aircraft certification and commercial operations, follows agreement between the... Read more
20-Jan-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
The National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has taken delivery of two Airbus H160 helicopters, making it the first para-public operator of the type in Japan. The first H160 was delivered at the end of last year, with the second delivery in January. “We are very proud of the delivery of the first public service version of... Read more
20-Dec-2024Source: Robinson Helicopter Company
Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, secured approval from EASA authority, Argentina, Japan, and India for its improved empennage on all Robinson helicopter models. This follows the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) prior approval of the same configuration for the R66 in 2023 and R44 and R22 in 2024. The new empennage... Read more
20-Dec-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, and Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. (“Osaka Metro”) announced plans for the “Osaka Diamond Routes” at the “Osaka Roundtable” (*2). These proposed eVTOL routes connect four key destinations in Osaka: Shin-Osaka/Umeda, Morinomiya, Tennoji/Abeno, and the Osaka Bay Area. Market research has already identified these... Read more
20-Dec-2024Source: Wingcopter
ITOCHU Corporation, Wingcopter’s partner in Japan, have tested the transport of research blood1 using Wingcopter’s delivery drone in a research project. Together with ANA Holdings and the local blood center of the Japanese Red Cross, research blood was flown between the cities of Urasoe and Nago in Okinawa Prefecture. The project2 aims to investigate the effectiveness and... Read more
18-Dec-2024Source: HeliHub.com
The Doctor Heli network in Japan is to expand after Nagasaki Prefecture announced its forward intentions. The geographic nature of the westerly-most prefecture is that of many islands, and separately to an emergency helicopter the Prefectural Hospital Corporation has its own helicopter to transport medical personnel to the islands The full-time response helicopter is a... Read more
11-Dec-2024Source: Enstrom
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation representatives traveled across the Pacific to celebrate the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) reaching 100,000 flight hours in their fleet of TH-480Bs. The JGSDF focuses on disaster relief, civil protection, and the promotion of international cooperation. It is also Enstrom’s largest customer to date with 30 turbine helicopters purchased. Enstrom President Todd... Read more
10-Dec-2024Source: AutoFlight
AutoFlight, a leading innovator in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology, has marked a significant milestone with its first successful flight in Japan. On November 29, the company’s two-ton eVTOL aircraft completed its inaugural demonstration flight in Okayama Prefecture. The historic eVTOL flight was conducted in collaboration with MASC, a Japanese non-profit organization dedicated... Read more
4-Dec-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) manufacturer based in Japan, SAI Flight (*2), one of the largest private jet charter companies in South Carolina, and Greenville Downtown Airport, the state’s busiest general aviation hub, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop innovative business opportunities utilizing the cutting-edge SKYDRIVE (*3) eVTOL aircraft.... Read more
3-Dec-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) manufacturer based in Japan, announced today that it has signed an agreement with JTB Corp. (“JTB”), a leading provider of travel solutions in Japan, to create new tourism value using eVOTLs. The partnership aims to contribute to regional revitalization by introducing eVTOL tourism services to local companies and... Read more
20-Nov-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Co., Ltd., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, is proud to celebrate a decade since its formation as a registered company in Japan, honoring a 72-year legacy. “As Bell Japan commemorates the 10th anniversary of its opening, we are reminded of an outstanding legacy in the Japanese archipelago that we have carefully cultivated... Read more
14-Nov-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, has announced the signing of a strategic alliance with F&E Aircraft Maintenance (Miami), LLC (“FEAM Aero”). This partnership combines SkyDrive’s innovative air mobility solutions with FEAM Aero’s extensive expertise in line maintenance, creating a robust framework for the maintenance, support, and scalability of... Read more
11-Nov-2024Source: Archer Aviation
Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) and Soracle Corporation (Soracle), a joint venture newly established by Japan Airlines and Sumitomo Corporation, signed agreements focused on bringing advanced air mobility (AAM) services to Japan. Soracle plans to launch its AAM operation in Japan using Archer’s Midnight aircraft, with the goal of offering electric air taxi flights in cities where existing... Read more
11-Nov-2024Source: Joby Aviation
Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota; NYSE: TM) and Joby Aviation, Inc. (Joby; NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced the completion of Joby’s first international exhibition flight which took place at Toyota’s Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Shizuoka, Japan earlier this week. The flight, completed within sight of Mount Fuji, marked... Read more
30-Oct-2024Source: S&K Federal Services
S&K Federal Services, LLC, a leading provider of technical services, has been awarded a significant contract by the U.S. Air Force to support the United States Marine Corps (USMC) by performing comprehensive aircraft maintenance services at key locations in Japan, including Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Futenma in Okinawa and MCAS Iwakuni. The contract covers... Read more
21-Oct-2024Source: Bell
At Japan Aerospace International Exhibition 2024, Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced the sale of one Bell 505 to Heli Service Co., Ltd., an operator in Japan. This marks Heli Service’s third purchase of the Bell 505 and when delivered, it will join a fleet that includes two other Bell 505s, delivered... Read more
18-Oct-2024Source: Leonardo
Leonardo and Mitsui Bussan Aerospace are celebrating 20 years of successful collaboration in the Japanese helicopter market. This longstanding partnership started in 2004 has strongly contributed to reshape and modernize the Japan’s helicopter fleet, with the introduction of latest generation rotorcraft models which have greatly benefited the widest scope of market applications and segments. Since... Read more
17-Oct-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, named Japan General Aviation Service (JGAS) as the new Bell 505 authorized reseller for the Japanese market. This appointment aims to continue the model’s momentum in the key Asian market. “We have seen the Bell 505 grow from strength to strength in the region over the last... Read more
17-Oct-2024Source: Leonardo
At Japan Aerospace (Tokyo, 16-18 October) Toho Air Service, Co., Ltd., Mitsui Bussan Aerospace, Co., Ltd. and Leonardo signed a contract for the supply of an additional Leonardo AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopter for Tokyo-Ai land shuttle services. The aircraft is expected to be delivered in 2025. Toho Air, headquartered in Tokyo and with over... Read more
16-Oct-2024Source: Horizon Aircraft
New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. (NASDAQ: HOVR), doing business as Horizon Aircraft (“Horizon Aircraft” or the “Company”), a leading hybrid electric Vertical TakeOff and Landing (“eVTOL”) aircraft developer, announced today that it will attend the Japan International Aerospace Exhibition 2024 (“JA2024”) being held October 16 to 19, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan at the Tokyo Big Site.... Read more
12-Sep-2024Source: Teledyne
Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), has announced that it is delivering its Star SAFIRE® 380-HLD multi-spectral imaging systems to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) as part of an agreement worth up to $20.8 million. JMSDF will integrate the imaging systems into the SH-60L helicopter, a licensed Japan-based production version of... Read more
2-Sep-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, announced the completion of another additional Series C funding round, secured through a third-party allocation of new shares to four organizations. With this latest investment, the company has raised a total of eight billion yen across three additional Series C funding rounds. Investors... Read more
28-Aug-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading Japanese eVTOL aircraft (*1) manufacturer based in Japan, announced that it has signed an agreement with Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. (“Osaka Metro”) to study the feasibility of using eVTOL in the Osaka area after the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (“the Expo”). In addition, Osaka Metro invested in SkyDrive. SkyDrive’s... Read more
25-Jul-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced that the Aichi Prefectural Police in Japan has placed an order for the Bell 505 helicopter for airborne law enforcement. When delivered, Aichi Prefecture will be the first in Asia Pacific to operate the Bell 505 for police work. “This marks a new chapter for... Read more
26-Jun-2024Source: Leonardo
On the occasion of the first AW09 Sales Network event dedicated to distributors and partners recently held at Kopter’s facility in Mollis, Switzerland, Leonardo announced the appointment of Aero Facility as an official distributor for the next generation single engine type in Japan. Aero Facility signed Preliminary Sales Contracts for six units in March 2023... Read more
18-Jun-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading Japanese eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer, announced that the company has submitted type certificate application of its three-seat eVTOL “SKYDRIVE” (*2) to the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) through the Japan’s Civil Aviation Bureau (“JCAB”). The application was accepted on April 29, 2024. Since its founding, one of SkyDrive’s core ambitions has... Read more
14-Jun-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced that Subaru Corporation has signed a contract for two additional SUBARU BELL 412 EPX helicopters with the Japan Coast Guard. These SUBARU BELL 412EPX helicopters will support the Japanese Coast Guard’s maritime security, search and rescue operations, maritime disaster relief efforts, and cargo transport needs. With... Read more
30-May-2024Source: Leonardo
Aero Asahi Corporation (Aero Asahi), one of Japan’s leading general aviation service providers, will introduce an AW169 light intermediate twin engine helicopter with a dedicated Agusta configuration into service. Aero Asahi is the first Japanese operator to use an exclusive VIP Leonardo helicopter in Japan under the relevant Agusta brand. Aero Asahi has become highly... Read more
21-May-2024Source: SkyScape
SkyScape, a Japanese vertiport development and management company headquartered in Osaka, Japan, and LYNEports, an Advance air mobility planning solution/software developer based in Europe have announced an agreement to integrate LYNEports location assessment software into SkyScape’s Vertiport development offering, enabling smoother and more efficient evaluations of potential Vertiport sites for all SkyScape clients. LYNEports solutions... Read more
1-May-2024Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) has been named a member of Japan’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Public-Private Committee. The committee is responsible to evaluate and make recommendations to the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport & Tourism on AAM regulations & policies for Japan. Established in... Read more
30-Apr-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive announced the appointment of Mr. Adam Hollis, former Senior Supply Chain Manager of Rolls-Royce as the Company’s General Manager of AirMobility Supply Chain Management Department. Adam joined SkyDrive on 1st of April, 2024. Adam holds a Manufacturing Engineering and Management Masters Degree from University of Nottingham and has 15+ years experience at Rolls-Royce. He... Read more
19-Apr-2024Source: Kawasaki
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced the receipt of an order by Shizuoka City for a H145//BK117 D-3 helicopter (hereafter, “D-3”), the newest model in the BK117 series. This will be delivered in March 2026, and used as a firefighting and disaster relief helicopter . This order is the fourth D-3 to be used for firefighting... Read more
19-Apr-2024Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) has signed a letter of intent with AirX Inc., Japan’s largest public helicopter air charter service, for up to 10 firm and up to 40 optional electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The order will support the continued development and scaling of innovative transportation operations in Japan.... Read more
12-Apr-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has placed an additional order for three H225 helicopters, taking its total H225 fleet up to 18. The largest Super Puma operator in Japan received three H225s in December 2023 and one in February 2024 for its growing fleet. The new helicopters will support territorial coastal activities, maritime law enforcement, as... Read more
10-Apr-2024Source: AutoFlight
AutoFlight has achieved a significant milestone by officially delivering its first Prosperity aircraft to a customer in Japan, marking the world’s inaugural delivery of a civilian ton-class eVTOL aircraft. The five-seater Prosperity aircraft was handed over to the customer, a pioneering Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operator in Japan. The operator, to be identified in due course, is currently developing... Read more
2-Apr-2024Source: Unifly
Unifly, a group company of Terra Drone Corporation, and a pioneer in Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) deeply rooted in aviation, announces an ambitious rebranding initiative. This strategic move is designed to encapsulate the company’s evolving focus towards Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), marking a new era of growth and innovation in... Read more
28-Mar-2024Source: Terra Drone
Terra Drone Corporation (Terra Drone), a leading drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technology provider headquartered in Japan, has announced an investment in Aloft Technologies (Aloft), a company focusing on developing UTM, and a market leader in drone fleet and airspace management in the United States. This investment makes Terra Drone the largest shareholder in... Read more
22-Mar-2024Source: US DoD
Bell Boeing Joint Program Office, Amarillo, Texas, is awarded a $19,324,299 cost-plus-fixed-fee order (N0001924F0167) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001922G0002). This order provides recurring and non-recurring engineering to complete software upgrades for the government of Japan in support of V-22 aircraft program. Work will be performed in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania (50%); Fort Worth,... Read more
18-Mar-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”) a leading Japanese eVTOL aircraft (*1) manufacturer, and Bravo Air, a well-established private air charter service operator based in Augusta, GA, USA, have signed a letter of intent for the purchase of up to (5) “SD-05 “SKYDRIVE” (*2) aircraft. The agreement also includes the formation of a “Partnership” to conduct joint studies in... Read more
13-Mar-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced the delivery of a Bell 505 helicopter to Honda Airways in Japan. Honda Airways, a subsidiary of Honda Motors, was established in 1964 by Souichiro Honda, legendary founder of Honda Motors. Today, Honda Airways offers scenic flights using light aircraft and helicopters, skydiving, corporate charters, flight... Read more
12-Mar-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement for Japan’s first Designer Series Bell 429 helicopter to Japan General Aviation Service (JGAS). JGAS is a leading Japanese aerospace organization offering aircraft sales and aftermarket support services. After delivery, Japan Biz Aviation Co. Ltd. (JBZ), a subsidiary of JGAS, will utilize... Read more
11-Mar-2024Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc., a leading Japanese eVTOL (*1) aircraft manufacturer, announced the start of production of its highly anticipated “SKYDRIVE (SD-05)” (*2) aircraft at Suzuki Motor Corporation’s (“Suzuki”) manufacturing plant in Iwata-city, Shizuoka, Japan. This marks a significant milestone in SkyDrive’s mission to revolutionize urban air mobility. The first riveting ceremony took place on March 6,... Read more
