Michigan Awards $2M for Drone, AAM Projects
Five state agencies will test aerial systems for wildfire monitoring, infrastructure, environmental sensing, drone detection and pesticide investigations.
Five state agencies will test aerial systems for wildfire monitoring, infrastructure, environmental sensing, drone detection and pesticide investigations.
Agency projects advanced air mobility operations could grow to more than 1.6 million annual departures by Year 6.
Boeing will take a stake in Archer as part of the deal.
The company is targeting its first passenger operations under the federal pilot program before the end of 2026.
The Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act would require the FAA to publish a certification plan and expected time ranges for advanced aircraft projects.
The first missions transported manufactured organs in Maryland and Virginia.
Former Wisk manager alleges rushed software testing and retaliation over eVTOL safety concerns.
The companies plan to study access points for Electra’s nine-passenger EL9 aircraft.
Electric aircraft, drones and autonomous flight companies are scheduled for Boeing Plaza and Tuesday air show appearances.
The joint venture will focus on production systems and future scale-up of Joby’s electric air taxi.