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Having been born at about the same time as automobiles, machines that can take to the sky through whatever means have quickly grown into pillars of the society we now know. From drones to supersonic passenger jets and VTOLs, you can experience this magnificent world here, in autoevolution's Aviation section.
Swedish Company Gears up for Hydrogen-Powered Flights with Support from a Major Airline
Swedish Company Gears up for Hydrogen-Powered Flights with Support from a Major Airline

29 Apr 2022, 04:50 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / GKN Aerospace is working on groundbreaking hydrogen propulsion systems for aircraft and is getting ready for the first flight demonstrations

 
This Electric Aircraft Sports a Smart Motor, Can Be Charged in 20 Minutes
This Electric Aircraft Sports a Smart Motor, Can Be Charged in 20 Minutes

29 Apr 2022, 02:43 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / This Austrian single-motor aircraft claims to be the first EASA and FAA certified all-electric aircraft with DC fast charging

 
CityAirbus NextGen Air Taxi to Fly Over Italian Cities
CityAirbus NextGen Air Taxi to Fly Over Italian Cities

28 Apr 2022, 06:47 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / Airbus looking to deploy its upcoming air taxi, the CityAirbus NextGen, in Italy, partners with local airline to find the best solutions

 
80 Military Aircraft on Display at the National WASP Museum in Honor of WWII Female Pilots
80 Military Aircraft on Display at the National WASP Museum in Honor of WWII Female Pilots

28 Apr 2022, 05:34 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The first women in the U.S. to fly military aircraft are being honored during a special celebration in Texas, this weekend

 
Beta Technologies Scores Another Big Order for the eVTOL That Recharges in Under One Hour
Beta Technologies Scores Another Big Order for the eVTOL That Recharges in Under One Hour

28 Apr 2022, 04:48 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The Alia-250 eVTOL with an unusual shape and impressive capabilities, backed by USAF and UPS, scores another big purchase agreement

 
World's First Fully Operational Hub for eVTOLs Is Ready to Be Introduced to the Public
World's First Fully Operational Hub for eVTOLs Is Ready to Be Introduced to the Public

27 Apr 2022, 07:14 UTC · By: Cristina Mircea / The world's first operational hub for eVTOLs and autonomous delivery drones is now ready to be introduced to the public. Meet the Air-One vertiport

 
USAF-Backed Florida Startup Is Developing a Next-Gen Propulsion System for Flying Cars
USAF-Backed Florida Startup Is Developing a Next-Gen Propulsion System for Flying Cars

27 Apr 2022, 03:04 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / A young company that won an USAF Challenge has developed an innovative non-rotating propulsion system, looking for flying car proposals

 
Record-Setting Mid-Air Plane Swap Attempt Ends in Crash, FAA Is Not Happy About It
Record-Setting Mid-Air Plane Swap Attempt Ends in Crash, FAA Is Not Happy About It

26 Apr 2022, 09:38 UTC · By: Elena Gorgan / The Red Bull Plane Swap event was livestreamed for U.S. audiences and held in defiance with a direct order from the Federal Aviation Administration

 
Royal Junk: Brand-New, Custom $300 Million Boeing 747-8 Arrives at Scrapyard
Royal Junk: Brand-New, Custom $300 Million Boeing 747-8 Arrives at Scrapyard

26 Apr 2022, 07:30 UTC · By: Elena Gorgan / Delivered in 2012 to the Saudi Arabian Royal Flight group, the aircraft spent the next decade parked and forgotten at a Swiss airport

 
Prince Albert II of Monaco to Unveil the $92K Electric Personal Aircraft of the Future
Prince Albert II of Monaco to Unveil the $92K Electric Personal Aircraft of the Future

26 Apr 2022, 04:10 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The super-popular Jetson One aircraft is gearing up for its first public appearance, next to supercars and superyachts in Monaco

 
Fly With This Airline and Enjoy Free Starlink Wi-Fi Internet
Fly With This Airline and Enjoy Free Starlink Wi-Fi Internet

26 Apr 2022, 02:06 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / Tired of lag while flying? There won’t be any slow internet if you book your tickets with this company. They’ve already struck a deal with Starlink

 
Ampaire Begins Ground Testing on Hybrid-Electric Cessna Grand Caravan
Ampaire Begins Ground Testing on Hybrid-Electric Cessna Grand Caravan

25 Apr 2022, 15:26 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Amapire has started ground testing of its Eco Caravan, a modified Cessna Grand Caravan equipped with a hybrid-electric propulsion system

 
This VTOL Hybrid Drone Can Carry Hundreds of Pounds in Its Bay for a Few Hundred Miles
This VTOL Hybrid Drone Can Carry Hundreds of Pounds in Its Bay for a Few Hundred Miles

24 Apr 2022, 22:00 UTC · By: Tudor Serban / The world definitely needs more drones like this, which can be real life-saver in many situations since they are able to lift the weight of two people at once

 
Dedrone's First Portable Drone Detection Unit Is AI-Powered, Can Detect 300 Drone Types
Dedrone's First Portable Drone Detection Unit Is AI-Powered, Can Detect 300 Drone Types

23 Apr 2022, 14:00 UTC · By: Cristina Mircea / Airspace security is an important aspect to have in mind at large, outdoor events. Dedrone's portable drone detection unit keeps its eye on the sky

 
Alaskan Pilot Shows Enthralling Taking Off Skills, Becomes an Instagram Sensation
Alaskan Pilot Shows Enthralling Taking Off Skills, Becomes an Instagram Sensation

22 Apr 2022, 20:46 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / If you find yourself in need of some aviation-related inspiration, then you should check what’s inside this article. It’ll amaze you. The footage is great

 
The Wonders of Free Starlink Internet From Space Can Soon Be Enjoyed Inside Airplanes
The Wonders of Free Starlink Internet From Space Can Soon Be Enjoyed Inside Airplanes

22 Apr 2022, 10:04 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / American regional airline JSX announced this week it became the first of its kind to adopt Starlink wi-fi Internet for its planes

 
Hybrid Electric Saab 340B Testbed to Fly BAE Systems Energy Management Solutions
Hybrid Electric Saab 340B Testbed to Fly BAE Systems Energy Management Solutions

22 Apr 2022, 08:35 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / GE Aviation brings BAE Systems on board for the hybrid electric NASA demonstrator, new company to supply energy management solutions

 
Walmart Heir Reportedly Bought Paul Allen’s Entire Heritage Aviation Collection
Walmart Heir Reportedly Bought Paul Allen’s Entire Heritage Aviation Collection

22 Apr 2022, 02:30 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Microsoft co-founder's stunning aviation and military artefact collection was sold in its entirety and allegedly belongs to a Walmart millionaire heir.

 
Lightweight but Powerful Drone Interceptor Catches Small UAVs in Its Kevlar Net
Lightweight but Powerful Drone Interceptor Catches Small UAVs in Its Kevlar Net

21 Apr 2022, 16:05 UTC · By: Cristina Mircea / Boasting a high power-to-weight ratio, the Drone Interceptor can take down small, flying targets by capturing them in its net.

 
German-Made Hydrogen Passenger Aircraft HY4 Reaches New Heights, Sets New World Record
German-Made Hydrogen Passenger Aircraft HY4 Reaches New Heights, Sets New World Record

21 Apr 2022, 08:11 UTC · By: Cristina Mircea / German-developed, hydrogen-powered passenger aircraft HY4 has set a new world record by flying at altitudes never reached by this type of aircraft to date.