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Vertical Aerospace starts VX4 untethered flights, unveils long-term strategy

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NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Until now Vertical Aerospace had conducted piloted flight tests, but with the aircraft always tethered to the ground by a cable. In July 2024, the United Kingdom’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) approved an extension of Vertical Aerospace’s testing activities at its Cotswold Airport (GBA) facilities, located in the southwest of England.

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Tropic Island Airways signs LOI with Tidal Flight for Polaris hybrid seaplanes

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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Tropic Ocean Airways is a major seaplane airline based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and was founded in 2009 by a former US Navy fighter pilot, Rob Ceravolo. The airline has a current fleet of 14 aircraft a mix of wheeled and amphibious (seaplanes) Cessna 208 Grand Caravans which it operates with an FAA-certified two-pilot crew.

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AutoFlight starts construction of new assembly line in Wuhan

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APRIL 14, 2025

In 2024, AutoFlight received the Chinese type certificate for its V2000CG CarryAll, an unmanned cargo eVTOL capable of carrying a payload of up to 500 kg over distances of 250 km. At the same time, AutoFlight is also working to certify its Prosperity model, a passenger eVTOL aircraft with capacity for four passengers and a pilot.

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Horizon Aircraft reaches milestone with X7 eVTOL transitioning to forward flight

Aerotime

MAY 16, 2025

The aircraft also has twin-boom vertical stabilizers to the rear and a monocoque cabin that can accommodate up to six passengers, plus the operating pilot. We are looking forward to proving this next on our full-scale, piloted technical demonstrator that is currently under construction.

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The innovators and trailblazers of future aviation flourishing in the UK

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JULY 26, 2024

On June 25, 2024, one of the new full-scale VX4 eVTOL prototypes successfully completed its first tethered piloted flight marking a huge milestone for the company. From the aircraft to the batteries powering them, Vertical Aerospace is quite literally propelling the future of aviation,” Cervenka added.

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What Is the Average Flying Altitude of a Commercial Plane?

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

At Leopard Aviation, we train aspiring pilots to master the skies with confidence. Whether you’re pursuing a pilots license or exploring advanced certifications, were here to help you soar. At Leopard Aviation, we prepare aspiring pilots to understand and apply these principles in real-world scenarios.

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Horizon Aircraft is developing the first 800km range hybrid eVTOL aircraft

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The aircraft also has twin-boom vertical stabilizers to the rear and a monocoque cabin that can accommodate up to six passengers, plus the operating pilot. The fans are exposed by way of slidable surfaces that retract into the wing structure when commanded by the operating pilot.

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China rolls out W5000 prototype – the world’s largest cargo-carrying drone

Aerotime

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The aircraft offers a maximum payload of five tonnes (11,023 lbs) and a maximum take-off weight of 10.8 Chinese aviation startup Air White Whale has unveiled its first unmanned cargo aircraft, which the company says is the world's largest transportation drone. tonnes (23,809 lbs).

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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Fiat BR.20 Cicogna

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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Cicogna had a crew of between four or five depending on mission parameters (pilot, copilot, bombardier/navigator, radio operator/gunner, and another gunner). 274, made its maiden flight with test pilot Enrico Rolandi at the controls. On February 10, 1936, the first prototype, MM.274, By September of that year, the Fiat BR.20

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Kratos successfully demonstrates trolley takeoff for XQ-58 Valkyrie UCAV

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JULY 3, 2024

The goal is to extend the range of other aircraft by working together as a human-machine team while keeping pilots out of harm’s way. Both RATO and KTLS methods help the aircraft carry more weight and fuel by forgoing the need for regular retractable gear, which also helps reduce maintenance costs.

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Top Aircraft of the US Air Force: A Comprehensive Guide

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 26, 2024

The legacy of fighter pilots has shaped the culture of the Air Force, evolving from a focus on bombers to the agile and versatile fighter jets we see today. F-22 Raptor The F-22 Raptor is a marvel of modern aviation, embodying the principles of stealth and advanced technology.

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Why the F15 Fighter Jet Reigns Supreme in Aerial Combat

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 6, 2024

It allows pilots to engage enemy aircraft with precision. The cockpit of the F-15 is furnished with cutting-edge flight instruments and avionics, delivering essential flight information compiled from assorted sensors and systems to the pilots.

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The B-17 Bomber: A World War II Icon

Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Crew Composition A standard B-17 crew typically consisted of ten members, including: the pilot co-pilot navigator bombardier various gunners Each crew member had specific duties, such as operating defensive armaments or handling navigation and communication tasks during missions. All machine guns on the B-17G were 12.7

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Ranked: Top 10 fastest fighter jets in the world in 2025

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DECEMBER 28, 2024

Notable for its un-aerodynamic shape, the F-4 can reach high speeds thanks to the raw power of General Electric J79 engines, invoking a saying popular among Phantom pilots and fans alike – A brick can fly if you stick a big enough engine on it.” South Korea retired the last of its F-4E Phantoms in 2024. Grumman F-14 Tomcat Mach 2.3

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Vertical Aerospace starts VX4 untethered flights, unveils long-term strategy

Tropic Island Airways signs LOI with Tidal Flight for Polaris hybrid seaplanes

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