Archer, Karem Partner on Military-Grade Rotor Tech for Next-Gen VTOL
Archer Aviation has signed an agreement with Karem Aircraft to integrate the latter’s military-grade rotor and tiltrotor systems into Archer’s planned autonomous, hybrid-propulsion vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
Runway? Optional. Attis Aviation ROC VTOL Drone Soars in First Flight
ROC is a runway-free, hybrid-propulsion, long-endurance drone system by Attis Aviation, which successfully completed its maiden flight.
XTI and Valkyrie Launch Vanguard Platform to Power AI-Driven VTOL Flight
Vanguard is a new AI-driven technology platform developed by XTI Aerospace and Valkyrie Sciences to enhance performance and autonomy in the TriFan 600 VTOL aircraft.
French Army Shows Off Next-Gen, Soldier-Made Tactical Drones at Paris Event
The French Army deployed soldiers for a unique assignment: show off its tactical drones to government officials in Paris.
Lockheed’s New VTOL Drone Blurs the Line Between Helicopter and Plane
Nomad is Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s new VTOL drone family, blending helicopter agility with fixed-wing speed, twin proprotor, hybrid-electric power, and MATRIX autonomy.
L3Harris, Joby Partner on Manned-Unmanned VTOL Aircraft for Defense Missions
L3Harris Technologies has partnered with Joby Aviation to develop a next-generation vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) defense aircraft with human-machine hybrid piloting technology.
Pipistrel Completes Maiden Flight of Nuuva V300 VTOL Logistics Drone
Textron Systems segment Pipistrel has completed the initial flight of its Nuuva V300 hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial system.
Joby Aviation Completes Air Taxi Maintenance Training for US Air Force
Joby Aviation has trained the US Air Force in maintaining electric-powered air taxis as part of a contract with the service.
Bell Textron Expands Center in Alabama
Defense contractor Bell Textron has completed the expansion of its center in Huntsville, Alabama, that will support administrative tasks for the company and its partners.
US Military Orders Anti-Drone Systems From Anduril
Anduril Industries has secured a $249.9-million contract to provide counter-unmanned aerial systems to the US military.
Mayman Demos Razor Tactical VTOL Drone Testbed at US Defense Airbase
Mayman has completed a flight test of its Razor vertical takeoff and landing testbed at a US military facility in Southern California.
Electra Demos Ultra Short STOL Aircraft Prototype for US Air Force
Virginia-based aerospace company Electra has completed flight trials of its “Ultra Short” aircraft prototype for the US Air Force.
US Air Force Accepts First Midnight eVTOL From Archer Aviation
The US Air Force has received the first Midnight eVTOL aircraft from Archer Aviation as part of a contract signed in 2023.
Thales to Provide Critical Components for German eVTOL Jet
German aerospace firm Lilium has selected Thales to supply critical components for its electric vertical takeoff and landing jet program.
US Air Force Trials BlackFly eVTOL Aircraft for Military Applications
The US Air Force is testing a BlackFly electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft in Ohio for the Agility Prime program.
AeroVironment Joins Design Team for DARPA’s Naval VTOL Drone
DARPA has partnered with AeroVironment to support design works for the agency’s naval vertical takeoff and landing concept, the “X-Plane.”
Joby to Supply Two Additional eVTOL Taxis to US Air Force
Joby Aviation will deliver two additional electric vertical takeoff and landing systems to the US Air Force in 2025.
DARPA Taps Four Firms to Produce VTOL Aircraft Faster Than Osprey
DARPA has selected four industry partners to develop a vertical takeoff and landing system that offers more speed than the Osprey aircraft.
BAE Systems Wins US Navy Air Traffic, Landing System Upkeep Deal
BAE Systems has signed a $92-million deal with the US Navy to continue logistical services for its air traffic control and landing systems.
US, Israeli Firm to Offer Vibration Reduction Technology for Military Helicopters, Drones
KULR Technology has partnered with ParaZero to offer vibration reduction technology for military helicopters and unmanned aerial systems.
AFWERX, NASA to Develop Advanced Air Mobility Digital Operations Center
US Air Force innovation arm AFWERX has teamed with NASA to establish a digital operations center for the Advanced Air Mobility concept.
DARPA Picks Bell for Next-Gen Runway-Free Aircraft Project
DARPA has selected Bell Textron Inc. for Phase 1A of its high-speed runway-independent aircraft demonstrator program.
BETA Delivers ALIA eVTOL to US Air Force for Military Tests
BETA Technologies has delivered an ALIA electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft to the US Air Force for military tests in Florida.
US Navy, L3Harris to Develop Heavy Fuel Version of FVR-90 Drone
The US Navy has partnered with L3Harris Technologies to develop a heavy fuel engine variant of the FVR-90 drone.
