Coolfly unveiled an ultralight personal eVTOL at CES 2026, featuring AI gravity-sensing control and zero-emission electric propulsion, aiming to make low-altitude urban flight affordable and accessible.
Archer Aviation announced a strategic partnership with NVIDIA to integrate IGX Thor AI computing into its Midnight eVTOL aircraft, boosting flight safety, real-time decision making and future autonomy readiness.
Turkey and Libya are jointly investigating the plane crash near Ankara that killed Libya’s Chief of Staff and others. Authorities are analyzing black box data, wreckage, and flight records, stressing international cooperation to determine the cause of the accident.
European aviation regulators have ordered inspections on selected Airbus A320 aircraft after discovering a fuselage manufacturing flaw. The issue may impact aircraft deliveries and highlights ongoing quality challenges in commercial aviation manufacturing.
The FAA has begun reviewing Boeing’s updated cockpit alerting system for the 737 MAX 10 as part of its certification process. The evaluation focuses on pilot alert clarity, safety compliance, and alignment with modern flight deck standards.
Vertical Aerospace has unveiled Valo, a next-generation eVTOL aircraft designed for scalable urban air mobility. Focused on efficiency, low noise, and certification readiness, Valo reflects the industry’s shift toward commercially viable electric air taxi operations.
United Airlines will launch its first-ever nonstop flights between San Francisco and Adelaide in December 2025. The new route strengthens transpacific connectivity, boosts tourism and business ties, and marks a major milestone for South Australia’s global access.
Turkey is imposing SAF mandates to curb aviation emissions, while major airlines like FlyDubai and Emirates expand their fleets at the Dubai Airshow. Simultaneously, the FAA is reducing U.S. air traffic by up to 10% amid controller staffing shortages.