Flying Magazine
JULY 26, 2025
The FAA this month quietly published long-awaited guidance for the certification of powered-lift aircraft—the first new category of civil aircraft since helicopters were introduced in the 1940s. Previously, manufacturers worked toward eVTOL type certification under Part 23 regulations for light aircraft.
AV Web
JULY 6, 2025
-Fully certified aircraft and pilots will be ready by then -Smaller for-profit operations to get waivers in the meantime FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau says there will be certified eVTOLs in the airspace in 2028 as the push to establish the industry moves from technological to regulatory.
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AV Web
APRIL 15, 2025
With lateral options dwindling, the Bell 47D went into a vertical lift. After one full revolution, the helicopter lifted rapidly from the ground and climbed immediately. The helicopter pilot assumed that the Cessna would turn onto another taxiway however the Cessna continued toward the helicopter. Feliz ao nuevo! pole dancer.
Aerotime
OCTOBER 23, 2024
At 2024 NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas on October 22, 2024, the FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker announced the introduction of the ‘powered-lift’ category, thus paving the way for the qualifications and training that instructors and pilots must hold in order to fly eVTOL aircraft. “The regulation published today will ensure the U.S.
AV Web
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
The FAA’s long awaited rules governing the operation of eVTOL (powered-lift) aircraft will be released in October, a couple of months ahead of the date mandated by Congress according to a senior Department of Transportation official.
AV Web
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
It’s not clear how that will mesh with the FAR amendments and Special Federal Aviation Regulation for powered lift operations and pilot training announced at NBAA-BACE in October. For Eve, it means getting going on type certification for the vehicle.
Air Facts
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Once certified, they must undergo ongoing training and recurrent checks to maintain their licenses and fly commercially, which is mandated by their employer and federal aviation regulations. Airline Pilots Continuing education is required for airline pilots. This is not training; this is a pass or fail check.
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