As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at an exciting year in the world of Advanced Air Mobility. With over 400 articles published, including new technologies, flight milestones, and partnerships formed.
We’re shortlisting the top 10 most read articles on Advanced Air Mobility International that captured the attention of the AAM community.
1. Critical Analysis of 2024 Pilotless Summit
Aviation subject matter expert Fahad Ibne Masood delivered an in-depth overview and the key takeaways from the Pilotless Summit 2024, London.
Pilotless Summit 2024 brought together industry as well as academia thought leaders and stakeholders to delve into the future of autonomous aviation.
2. Magnetic Gears – An Energy-Efficient Solution for UAM Aircraft
Gary Rodgers, CEO of Magnomatics, explains how innovative magnetically geared motors offer a reliable, efficient, cost-effective solution for urban air transport.
3. Crisalion MD Discusses eVTOL Development & Future of Advanced Air Mobility
Crisalion Mobility Managing Director (MD) Manuel Heredia Ortiz talked to Advanced Air Mobility International at the 2024 Farnborough Airshow about the development of their Integrity eVTOL and the AAM market.
The company exhibited a model of their Integrity eVTOL, and provided visitors with an opportunity to experience a flight in an electric aircraft with their immersive virtual reality simulator.
4. Incheon’s AAM Concept of Operations Released
Incheon Metropolitan City, in partnership with the Institute for Aerospace Industry-Academia Collaboration (IAIAC) and The MITRE Corporation, released Incheon’s AAM Concept of Operations.
This blueprint provides a comprehensive strategy for the successful integration of AAM into Incheon’s transportation network.
The AAM ConOps outlines an approach to AAM integration, with a strong emphasis on safety, community acceptance, and improved mobility.
5. Certification & Safety in eVTOL Aircraft Engineering
Senior Aerospace Engineers from Stirling Dynamics discuss how to meet the unique challenges of certification and safety in the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry.
Stirling Dynamics eVTOL team delivers engineering and certification support to AAM pioneers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. The company asked its experienced safety and certification team about the key issues facing these customers and to understand their approach in overcoming the industry’s collective obstacles.
6. GS E&C Unveils New Vertiport Designs
At Drone Show Korea 2024, GS Engineering & Construction (E&C) revealed its selection of vertiport designs.
The unveiling comes with the aim of delivering a vertiport total service and solution that covers all aspects of from site acquisition to design, construction, ownership, and operation of vertiports.
7. Eve Air Mobility Receives eVTOL Development Support
Eve Air Mobility, a global eVTOL aircraft manufacturer and services provider, received $94 million in new equity financing from multiple investors.
Eve’s eVTOL aircraft utilizes eight dedicated propellers for vertical flight and fixed wings to fly in cruise, with no change in the position of these components during flight. The concept includes an electric pusher powered by dual electric motors that provide propulsion redundancy with the goal of ensuring the highest levels of performance and safety.
8. Horizon Begins Full-Scale Development of eVTOL Aircraft
Horizon Aircraft is progressing in the development of key technological components of its hybrid eVTOL, the Cavorite X7.
Horizon Aircraft’s hybrid eVTOL, the Cavorite X7, is designed to perform at a speed of almost twice that of a comparable helicopter while operating at a materially lower cost. With an estimated maximum speed of 250 miles per hour and an average range of over 500 miles with fuel reserves, Horizon believes this aircraft, if eventually licensed for commercial use, would be well-positioned to excel in medical evacuation, critical supply delivery, disaster relief, and special military missions.
9. Joby Moves to Next Phase of eVTOL Flight Test Program
Joby Aviation completed its pre-production flight test program. The company is now focused on the next phase of flight testing, during which the company will use its production prototype aircraft to prepare for upcoming for-credit flight testing.
10. AAM Institute Partners with Flyv Bird
The Advanced Air Mobility Institute formed a partnership with Flyv Bird, a provider of on-demand regional air travel services.
This collaboration aims to redefine regional air mobility by offering innovative, sustainable, and personalized flight experiences to underserved communities.
