FAA Issues Special Airworthiness Cert for Skyryse One Single-flight-control user interface makes helicopter flying safer and easier By Matt Thurber The Skyryse One, a Robinson R66 helicopter modified with fly-by-wire flight controls and a single-control user interface, has received a special airworthiness certificate from the FAA. The certificate is another step toward supplemental type certification of the Skyryse One and...Read More

Toyota to invest $500M in Joby Aviation Toyota Motor Corporation and Joby Aviation, Inc., a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced that Toyota will invest an additional $500 million to support the certification and commercial production of Joby’s electric air taxi, with the aim of realizing the two companies’ shared vision of air mobility. Toyota...Read More

FAA soon to release final SFAR for powered-lift aircraft By Jen Nevans, Vertical The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is preparing to release a crucial regulation that will help pave the way for the commercialization of eVTOL aircraft in the U.S., according to Christopher Coes, acting under secretary of transportation for policy at the U.S. Department of Transportation. Speaking at...Read More

Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) – Global Strategic Business Report The global market for Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) is estimated at US$49.1 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach US$66.2 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.4% from 2023 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts,...Read More

EASA launches public consultation for proposals on drone airworthiness and certification The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA) 2024-06 to consult aviation stakeholders and citizens on draft proposals for the initial and continuing airworthiness of certified unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). EASA proposes amendments to the existing acceptable means of compliance and guidance material (AMC &...Read More

FAA Issues First Artificial Intelligence Roadmap 31-page document recommends AI safety assurance strategies By Hanneke Weitering The FAA has released the first iteration of its “Roadmap for Artificial Intelligence Safety Assurance,” a 31-page document outlining the U.S. air safety regulator’s approach to safely integrating novel AI technologies in aviation. In addition to making AI safe, the FAA also seeks to...Read More

What Skills Do You Need to Become an Aviation Maintenance Technician? By Andrew Chen Being an AMT is a challenging job and requires certain abilities and expertise. Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) play a critical role in the aviation industry. Working tirelessly behind the scenes, AMTs keep aircraft in safe working condition. Becoming an AMT can lead to a lucrative and rewarding career. However,...Read More

Reverse engineering to determine airworthiness IFA comments: Part replacement using reverse engineering can be safe but the maker needs to fully understand past design assumptions and applicable rules. By Shivakumar Raman When parts from aging aircraft begin to fail, they often require an assessment of repair versus replacement using reverse engineering. Our research is focusing on the sustainment of aging...Read More

CFM International announced that progress is accelerating for the RISE program CFM International have announced that progress is accelerating for the Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE*) technology demonstration program, with more than 250 tests completed and new research partnerships formed as technologies continue to mature on the way to full-scale Open Fan tests. The latest program updates were shared...Read More

‘World’s most advanced’ hypersonic engine for suborbital flights tested Startup New Frontier Aerospace has started tests of the engine that will power high-speed, point-to-point travel aircraft. By Mrigakshi Dixit Startup New Frontier Aerospace has started tests of the engine that will power high-speed, point-to-point travel aircraft. Alex Tai, chairman of the space transportation startup, gave the update during a panel discussion held...Read More