The first electric flight landed at Gatwick Airport

Pipistrel

In a landmark event for sustainable aviation, the Pipistrel Velis Electro, a fully electric two-seater aircraft, made history by landing at Gatwick Airport in 2025.

Denmark’s first domestic electric flight takes off

On July 11, 2025, Denmark marked a significant step in aviation history with its first fully electric domestic flight, departing from Sønderborg Airport to Copenhagen.

Are the US, China, or Europe leading the way in eVTOL development?

evtol race

The race to dominate this emerging sector pits the United States, China, and Europe against one another, each leveraging unique strengths in innovation, policy, and market strategy.

Market growth and financial forecasts in the Evtol sector

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The sector’s momentum stems from advancements in electric motors, batteries, and autonomous systems, enabling quieter, zero-emission flights compared to conventional helicopters. Major aerospace players like Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer, alongside startups such as Joby Aviation and Volocopter, are pouring resources into this emerging field.

How to audit an eVTOL parts supplier: A procurement manager’s checklist

manager’s checklist

This rapid expansion, driven by urban air mobility (UAM) and sustainability goals, places unprecedented pressure on procurement managers to ensure that parts suppliers meet rigorous standards. Auditing these suppliers is not just a checkbox exercise it’s a critical process to safeguard quality, compliance, and safety in a nascent industry where innovation often outpaces regulation.