The eVTOL is a new class of electrical vehicle designed to take off, hover and land vertically, much like a traditional helicopter. They are powered by electric propulsion systems, making them eco-friendly and quieter than helicopters. Founded in 2015, Lilium’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities are in Munich, Germany, with teams based across Europe and the […]
Dubai is embarking upon the construction of a $35bn airport terminal that is set to have the world’s largest capacity upon completion, the emirate’s ruler has announced. Al Maktoum International Airport, situated about 45km south of DXB, commenced operations in 2010 with a single terminal. Forthcoming terminal will be five times larger than the existing […]
The Airbus Helicopters Racer high-speed compound helicopter made its first flight in Marignane, France, flying for about 30 minutes and signaling the launch of a two-year test campaign. In 2013, Airbus Helicopters broke the helicopter speed record when its experimental X3 hit 293 mph (255 kt, 472 km/h). Now, with Racer, the company aims at […]
The prototype of the supersonic passenger plane, Overture, completed its first flight.The supersonic aircraft XB-1, created by the American company Boom Supersonic, made its first flight over the Mojave Desert in California on March 22, 2024. This aircraft is the development that will allow for the creation of a new supersonic passenger airliner designed for […]
Airbus has unveiled the completed prototype of its CityAirbus NextGen electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) with advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft, with a planned first flight later this year. The fully assembled aircraft was displayed March 7 during the formal opening of the company’s new CityAirbus test facilities in Donauworth, Germany. A winged multicopter, […]
With the recent announcement that American Airlines is dropping first class on long haul international flights, no major US airlines now offer such a cabin. This is a stark reminder that the first class product is undoubtedly on the decline. Many other airlines have removed the cabin, and others remain uncertain as to its future […]