

FAA eVTOL Integration Pilot ProgramWelcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I’m Priscilla, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime. Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we’re truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we’ll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese. Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let’s explore what’s making news in aviation today. 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-03-31/faa-evtol-integration-pilot-program-flips-script FAA eVTOL Integration Pilot Program Flips the Script on Certification April 3,2026 The FAA’s eVTOL Integration Pilot Program, or eIPP, is set to reshape how advanced air mobility enters service in the United States. Under this White House-backed initiative, electric, hybrid-electric, and autonomous aircraft will begin flying commercial cargo and medical missions this year—before type certification is complete and before final regulations are in place. At the core of the program is the FAA’s use of an Other Transaction Authority, or OTA, framework, which allows selected participants to conduct commercial operations under experimental approvals. This marks a major departure from the traditional sequence where certification must come before commercialization. Instead, the eIPP enables early operations to generate real-world data that will help shape future regulations. Eight projects, selected from more than 30 proposals, span 26 states and involve a wide range of use cases, from offshore logistics and organ delivery to firefighting. For companies like Wisk Aero, a Boeing subsidiary developing a fully autonomous eVTOL aircraft, the program represents a significant acceleration of its path to market. Wisk is participating in a Texas-led project alongside Archer Aviation, Joby Aviation, and Beta Technologies, as well as operators including Metro Aviation and Amazon. While Wisk ultimately aims to certify its pilotless Gen 6 aircraft by the end of the decade, it plans to begin with piloted aircraft on eVTOL routes to collect operational and certification data for its autonomy systems. According to CEO Sebastien Vigneron, the goal is not just to test aircraft, but to validate the entire digital and physical ecosystem. The data gathered through eIPP will directly inform FAA policy, helping ensure that when full commercial eVTOL services launch, both the aircraft and the regulatory environment are ready. 2.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-04-06/japan-targets-2027-launch-commercial-evtol-flights Japan Targets 2027 Launch for Commercial eVTOL Flights April 6, 2026 Japan is taking a more measured approach to advanced air mobility, pushing its timeline for commercial eVTOL passenger operations to 2027 or 2028. While the 2025 World Expo in Osaka was initially positioned as a launch point, the flights conducted there were limited to demonstrations, highlighting how much work remains before passenger service can begin. Under the revised national roadmap, Japan plans to introduce commercial eVTOL operations in select regions later this decade, followed by autonomous passenger transport and more advanced traffic management systems in the early 2030s, and full integration into urban transport networks in the 2040s. At the regional level, Osaka is moving ahead with more concrete deployment plans. The Kansai Economic Federation aims to support around 100 aircraft operating within an 80-kilometer radius of Osaka Bay by 2035. Central to this vision is the Osakako Vertiport, which is expected to evolve from a demonstration site into a hub anchoring the planned “Diamond Routes” network across the Kansai region. Among the companies involved, SkyDrive is positioning itself at the forefront of early operations. Its three-seat SD-05 aircraft completed demonstration flights at the Expo and is now moving from an experimental phase to an implementation phase. The company aims to begin operations around Osaka and in Kyushu by 2028, and recently secured approval of its general certification plan from Japan’s aviation regulator. However, the Expo demonstrations also revealed key challenges. None of the participating aircraft were certified for passenger operations. Some programs faced technical setbacks, while others had not progressed far enough in flight testing. Even SkyDrive’s flights were conducted remotely, with no onboard pilot. 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-04-09/french-funding-advance-ascendances-dual-use-battery French Funding Backs Ascendance’s Hybrid Propulsion System April 10,2026 Ascendance has secured €12.2 million ($14.25 million) to develop its proprietary hybrid-electric propulsion system, applicable to drones and its in-development Atea eVTOL aircraft. This four-year funding commitment—made available through the France 2030 investment program and announced on April 9— will enable Ascendance to scale its industrial efforts, explained the company. According to the French start-up, the new government backing will help it to achieve a key milestone in it work to start series production of its Sterna Hybrid Pack propulsion system, including its battery technology. The company said that it also plans to progress plans for aircraft production by establishing a dedicated manufacturing facility for assembly civil and defense models, including the Atea, "in the medium term." In March, Ascendance’s full-scale Atea demonstrator aircraft entered its final assembly phase at the company’s facility in Toulouse. With the airframe’s structure now complete, the integration of propulsion elements, flight control system, and avionics are set to be completed by the end of the year. Ascendance also aims to pursue separate applications for its modular Sterna hybrid-electric modular propulsion system to power fixed wing aircraft and drones. In February 2025, Ascendance announced it was partnering with French drone manufacture Delair to integrate Sterna within the former’s DT46 long-range, fixed-wing drone. “At a moment when the limits of all-electric and uncertainties around hydrogen challenge the sector, hybrid-electric is establishing itself as an immediately deployable solution to reduce emissions while guaranteeing performance and autonomy,” concluded Ascendance. Initial Sterna series production will begin at its existing facilities at Muret L'Herm, in southern France. 4.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-04-06/vaeridion-fundraising-build-flying-microliner-hardware Vaeridion Fundraising to Build Microliner Prototype April 9, 2026 Vaeridion is pushing ahead with its all-electric Microliner regional aircraft, targeting a first flight around 2027 as it shifts from concept development toward industrialization. A key step in that transition is the opening of a new battery manufacturing facility at Oberpfaffenhofen Airport in Germany, acquired from the insolvent eVTOL developer Lilium. According to CEO Ivor van Dartel, the facility is a critical enabler for building and testing hardware leading up to the company’s first aircraft. Unlike many early-stage programs, Vaeridion plans to produce a conforming prototype rather than a technology demonstrator, signaling a direct path toward certification. The nine-seat Microliner features a single-propeller, multi-engine electric architecture, combining a proprietary electrical system with lithium-ion batteries supplied by Molicel. The aircraft is designed for a range of up to 400 kilometers, with battery packs expected to last several thousand cycles before replacement. A major upcoming milestone will be in-flight battery testing, potentially using the Dornier 328-based UpLift flying testbed. Ground validation will also be supported by a “copper bird” test rig, allowing engineers to simulate system failures and validate safety scenarios. Vaeridion is targeting EASA Part 23 certification by the end of the decade, with launch operator ASL Group expected to begin commercial operations shortly after. While acknowledging a more cautious investment environment, van Dartel emphasized that strong programs continue to attract funding. By combining existing battery technology with optimized aircraft design, the company believes it can deliver a viable and scalable electric regional aircraft—and aims to be among the first to bring such a platform to market. The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Priscilla. Sound Edited by Priscilla. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.
FAA eVTOL 融合试点计划改写适航认证逻辑欢迎收听《Aviation Newsletter》,这里是掌握所有航空动态的专属平台。我是Priscilla,本期播客由《飞行故事汇》团队倾力呈现。无论你是资深航空爱好者、常旅客,还是单纯对云端之上的世界充满好奇,我们都由衷感谢你的相伴。今年,我们将继续为你带来更深度的行业洞察、动人的航空故事,以及塑造飞行未来的前沿技术资讯。欢迎大家在评论区分享想法与反馈,本播客将持续提供英汉双语版本。感谢与我们一同踏上这段航空之旅,现在,就让我们一同聚焦今日航空热点。 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-03-31/faa-evtol-integration-pilot-program-flips-script FAA eVTOL 融合试点计划改写适航认证逻辑 2026年4月3日 美国联邦航空管理局(FAA)的eVTOL融合试点计划(eIPP)将重塑先进空中交通在美国投入运营的方式。在白宫支持的这一计划推动下,电动、混合电动和自主飞行飞机今年就将开始执行商业货运和医疗任务,甚至在型号认证完成和最终监管规则出台之前就已投入运行。 该项目的核心在于FAA采用“其他交易权限”框架,使入选参与方能够在实验性批准下开展商业运营。这标志着对传统流程的重大改变,在传统流程中,认证必须先于商业化。相反,eIPP允许通过早期运营获取真实世界数据,以帮助制定未来的监管规则。 从30多个提案中选出的8个项目覆盖26个州,涉及广泛的应用场景,包括海上物流、器官运输以及消防等。对于像Wisk Aero这样一家正在开发全自主eVTOL 飞机的波音子公司,该项目显著加快了其进入市场的进程。 Wisk正参与由德克萨斯州牵头的项目,合作方包括Archer Aviation、Joby Aviation 和Beta Technologies,以及Metro Aviation和亚马逊等运营方。尽管Wisk的最终目标是在本十年末前完成其无飞行员Gen 6飞机的认证,但公司计划先使用有人驾驶飞机在 eVTOL 航线上运行,以收集其自动驾驶系统所需的运营和认证数据。 首席执行Sebastien Vigneron表示,该项目的目标不仅是测试飞机本身,更是验证整个数字与物理生态系统。通过eIPP收集的数据将直接用于制定FAA政策,从而确保在eVTOL 全面商业化服务启动时,飞机和监管环境都已准备就绪。 2.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-04-06/japan-targets-2027-launch-commercial-evtol-flights 日本计划于2027年启动商业eVTOL运营 2026年4月6日 日本在推进先进空中交通(AAM)方面采取了更为审慎的路径,将商业eVTOL载客运营的时间推迟至2027或2028年。尽管2025年大阪世博会最初被视为商业运营的起点,但当时进行的飞行仅限于演示,这凸显出在真正实现载客服务之前仍有大量工作需要完成。 根据修订后的国家路线图,日本计划在本十年后期于部分地区启动商业eVTOL 运营,随后在2030年代初引入自动驾驶载客运输和更先进的空中交通管理系统,并在2040年代实现与城市交通网络的全面融合。 在区域层面,大阪正推进更为具体的部署规划。关西经济联合会的目标是到2035 年,在大阪湾80公里范围内支持约100架飞机运行。这一愿景的核心是大阪港垂直起降场(Osakako Vertiport),其预计将从演示场地发展为枢纽,支撑规划中的“钻石航线”(Diamond Routes)网络,连接整个关西地区的城市。 在参与企业中,SkyDrive正处于早期运营的前沿位置。其三架eVTOL机型SD-05 已在世博会完成演示飞行,目前正从“实验阶段”转向“实施阶段”。公司计划在2028 年前后在大阪及九州地区启动运营,并已获得日本航空监管机构对其总体认证方案的批准。 然而,世博会的演示也暴露出关键挑战。参与飞行的机型均未获得载客适航认证。一些项目遭遇技术问题,另一些则尚未在飞行测试方面取得足够进展。即便是 SkyDrive的飞行,也是通过远程操控完成的,机上并未搭载飞行员。 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-04-09/french-funding-advance-ascendances-dual-use-battery Ascendance 混合推进系统获法国资金支持 2026年4月10日 Ascendance已获得1220万欧元(1425万美元)资金,用于开发其自主研发的混合电推进系统,该系统可应用于无人机以及其正在研发的Atea垂直起降飞机。公司表示,这项为期四年的资金支持通过法国 “France 2030” 投资计划提供,并于4月9日公布,这将使Ascendance能够扩大其工业化能力。 这家法国初创公司表示,新的政府支持将帮助其在推进Sterna Hybrid Pack混合动力系统(包括其电池技术)实现批量生产方面达成一个关键里程碑。公司还表示,计划在“中期内”通过建立一座专用制造设施,推进整机生产,用于组装包括 Atea在内的民用及防务机型。 今年3月,Ascendance的全尺寸Atea验证机在其位于图卢兹的工厂进入最终装配阶段。随着机体结构现已完成,推进系统、飞行控制系统以及航电设备的集成预计将在今年年底前完成。 Ascendance还计划为其模块化的Sterna混合电推进系统开发独立应用,用于为固定翼飞机和无人机提供动力。2025年2月,Ascendance宣布与法国无人机制造商Delair合作,将Sterna系统集成至其DT46远程固定翼无人机中。 Ascendance表示,在当前纯电技术受限、氢能发展存在不确定性的背景下,混合电正逐渐成为一种可立即部署的解决方案,既能降低排放,又能保证性能和航程。Sterna系统的初始批量生产将从其位于法国南部Muret L’Herm的现有设施启动。 4.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-04-06/vaeridion-fundraising-build-flying-microliner-hardware Vaeridion为 Microliner原型机建设寻求资金支持 2026年4月9日 Vaeridion正在推进其全电动Microliner区域飞机项目,在从概念开发向工业化转型的同时,目标是在2027年左右实现首飞。这一转型中的关键一步,是在德国奥伯法芬霍芬机场启用一座新的电池制造设施,该设施来自已破产的eVTOL开发商Lilium。 公司首席执行官Ivor van Dartel表示,这一设施是实现首架飞机所需硬件制造与测试的重要支撑。与许多早期项目不同,Vaeridion计划打造一架符合认证要求的原型机,而不是技术演示机,这表明其正直接迈向认证路径。 这款九座Microliner采用单螺旋桨、多电机的电动架构,结合了公司自研电气系统和由Molicel提供的锂离子电池。该飞机设计航程可达400公里,电池在更换前预计可支持数千次循环。 下一项重要里程碑是进行电池的飞行测试,可能会使用基于Dornier 328的 UpLift 飞行测试平台。地面验证也将通过“铜鸟(copper bird)”试验台进行,以便工程师模拟系统故障并验证安全场景。 Vaeridion的目标是在本十年末获得EASA第23部适航认证,并由启动运营方ASL Group在此后不久开始商业运营。尽管承认投资环境更加谨慎,van Dartel仍强调,优质项目仍能持续吸引资金。 通过结合现有电池技术与优化的飞机设计,公司认为其能够实现一种可行且可扩展的电动区域飞机,并力争成为最早将该类机型推向市场的企业之一。 本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Priscilla,剪辑Luna。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时,期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。
Low-Altitude Economy Gains MomentumWelcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I’m Jovie, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime. Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we’re truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we’ll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese. Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let’s explore what’s making news in aviation today. 新闻1:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/en-GxV7cIVb5GyGAyw_9dw Low-Altitude Economy Gains Momentum After Being Included in Government Work Report for Three Consecutive Years March 6, 2026 The 2026 Government Work Report of China states efforts will be made to cultivate and expand emerging and future industries, and develop the low-altitude economy into a new pillar industry. This marks the third consecutive year that the low-altitude economy has been included in the report, following 2024 and 2025, with its status upgraded to an emerging pillar industry. The low-altitude economy covers low-altitude manufacturing, operation, infrastructure and related services, and has entered a stage of accelerated development. During the Spring Festival of 2026, a wide range of low-altitude application scenarios emerged, including unmanned aircraft, water airports, low-altitude commuting and drone delivery. These applications are becoming increasingly popular and large-scale. In 2025, the industry achieved breakthroughs in both policies and market development. There were 255 investment cases in the primary market throughout the year, a year-on-year increase of more than 70 percent, with a total financing volume of 18.331 billion yuan. There are now more than 160,000 enterprises related to low-altitude economy in China. In 2025, 49,200 new enterprises were registered, up more than 140% year on year. A number of regulatory policies have been released to support orderly development. The revised Civil Aviation Law will take effect on July 1, 2026, further improving the institutional environment. According to forecasts, China’s low-altitude economy will reach 1.5 trillion yuan in 2025 and exceed 3.5 trillion yuan by 2035. In the A-share market, 70 listed companies operate in the sector with a total market value of 1.78 trillion yuan. Eleven industrial chain stocks have received significant capital increases, showing that the industry is entering a period of accelerated and standardized growth. 新闻2:https://www.cannews.com.cn/chanye/2026/03-18/9k62X6Ak.html Air China Plans to Resume Flights Between Beijing Capital International Airport and Pyongyang Sunan International Airport March 18, 2026 Air China plans to resume passenger flights from Beijing to Pyongyang at the end of March 2026. The route is one of the few important international air routes of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). According to flight schedule data from OAG, Air China will restart services between Beijing Capital International Airport and Pyongyang Sunan International Airport starting March 30. The route will be operated by Boeing 737-700 aircraft at the initial stage, with one flight per week, offering a total of approximately 256 seats for round-trip services. This is Air China’s first regular passenger service to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea since early 2020. The route was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Before the suspension, there were up to 3 flights per week. The Beijing-Pyongyang route is one of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s most important international air routes, connecting the country with its largest trading partner, China. At present, Air Koryo operates 2 weekly flights between Beijing and Pyongyang, 2 flights to Shenyang, and 3 flights to Vladivostok, Russia. Along with the resumption of air services, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea is gradually restoring cross-border transport links. In early March 2026, passenger rail services between China and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea resumed after a 6-year suspension. There are 4 weekly trains between Beijing and Pyongyang, and daily trains between Dandong and Pyongyang. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea closed its borders in early 2020 and gradually eased restrictions from 2024. Data shows that bilateral trade between China and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea reached about 2.74 billion US dollars in 2025, up 25% year on year, but still lower than the level before 2017. 新闻3:https://www.cannews.com.cn/chanye/2026/03-18/jk3bR02D.html Over 10% of US Airport Security Officers Absent on Sunday Due to 30-Day Government Shutdown March 18, 2026 Foreign media reported on March 17 that the partial US government shutdown has entered its 30th day. Affected by this, more than 10% of airport security officers under the US Transportation Security Administration were absent from work between March 14 and 15, while the normal absence rate of the agency’s employees is no more than 2%. Since the agency’s funding ran out on February 14, the absence rate of security officers at airports in Atlanta, New York, Houston and other cities has remained around 20%. Between March 15 and 16, the absence rate at some airports in Houston even exceeded 50%, and that in New Orleans and Atlanta also surpassed 30%, leaving passengers waiting in security lines for more than 2 hours at times. In addition, 366 TSA employees have resigned during the shutdown. At present, about 50,000 airport security officers across the United States are forced to work without pay. The partial government shutdown has disrupted air travel and aroused widespread concern in the aviation industry. Chief executives of major US airlines jointly called on Congress to end the deadlock on Sunday, pointing out that the spring holiday travel peak is approaching and too many passengers are facing unusually long waits. Previously, members of Congress tried to promote a bill to fund the agency but failed. The current shutdown stems from Congress’ failure to reach an agreement on immigration enforcement reform. With the spring travel peak approaching, many US airlines are expected to serve about 171 million passengers, an increase of 4% compared with the same period last year. Affected by the shutdown, some airports have closed some security checkpoints, and others are trying to raise funds to help unpaid security officers buy food and other necessities. 新闻4:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-03-16/garmin-adds-15-guided-visual-approaches-and-10-airports Garmin Adds 15 Guided Visual Procedures to Its Database March 17, 2026 Garmin announced on March 17, 2026 that it has added 15 new approach procedures and 10 new airports for subscribers of its Guided Visual Approach database. The Guided Visual Approach can be loaded on avionics and integrated with manual control or autopilot, just like traditional instrument approaches, providing pilots with stable and unobstructed lateral and vertical guidance all the way to the runway. This function is compatible with aircraft equipped with Garmin WAAS avionics and RF ranging capability, including GTN and GTN Xi series navigators, as well as selected Garmin integrated cockpits. Approaches are displayed on geo-referenced approach charts via Garmin FliteCharts, briefed and flown like standard procedures, and are only intended for use in visual meteorological conditions. The updated database now includes procedures at airports such as Long Beach, San Jose, Macon County, Aspen, and Salida. According to Garmin, Guided Visual Approaches can improve approach safety and make visual approaches more stable for high-speed turbine aircraft, especially at high-elevation airports with numerous obstacles. The system also helps pilots more easily maintain visual reference to the runway at night in environments surrounded by urban lights, further enhancing operational safety. The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Jovie. Sound Edited by Priscilla. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.
连续三年写入政府工作报告,低空经济蓄势起飞欢迎收听《Aviation Newsletter》播客,这里是掌握所有航空动态的专属平台。我是Jovie,本期播客由《飞行故事汇》团队倾力呈现。无论你是资深航空爱好者、常旅客,还是单纯对云端之上的世界充满好奇,由衷感谢你的相伴。今年,我们将继续为你带来更深度的行业洞察、动人的航空故事,以及塑造飞行未来的前沿技术资讯。欢迎大家在评论区分享想法与反馈,本播客将持续提供英、汉双语版本。感谢与我们一同踏上这段航空之旅,现在,就让我们一同聚焦今日航空热点。 新闻1:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/en-GxV7cIVb5GyGAyw_9dw 连续三年写入政府工作报告,低空经济蓄势起飞 2026年3月6日 2026年中国政府工作报告提出,培育壮大新兴产业和未来产业,将低空经济打造为新兴支柱产业。这是低空经济继2024年、2025年后,连续第三年被写入政府工作报告,产业定位也升级为新兴支柱产业。 低空经济涵盖低空制造、运营、基础设施及相关服务等领域,目前已进入加速落地阶段。2026年春节期间,多种低空应用场景集中亮相,包括无人驾驶航空器、水上机场、低空通勤以及无人机配送等。相关应用正加速向大众化、规模化发展。2025年,行业迎来制度与市场双重突破,全年一级市场投资事件255起,同比增长七成以上,融资总额183.31亿元。 我国低空经济相关企业已超过16万家,2025年新增注册企业4.92万家,同比增长超140%。伴随行业快速发展,多项监管政策陆续出台,推动行业规范发展。新修订的民用航空法将于2026年7月1日施行,多项标准与规范将推动空域使用、安全治理、产业运营走向体系化。 机构预测,2025年中国低空经济市场规模达到1.5万亿元,2035年有望突破3.5万亿元。资本市场方面,A股低空经济产业链个股共70只,总市值1.78万亿元,多家上市公司加快布局,11只产业链个股获得融资资金显著加仓,行业正进入高质量发展的提速期。 新闻2:https://www.cannews.com.cn/chanye/2026/03-18/9k62X6Ak.html 国航计划恢复北京首都—平壤顺安航线 2026年3月18日 中国国际航空计划在2026年3月底恢复北京至平壤的客运航班,这条航线是朝鲜为数不多的重要国际航线之一。 根据航班时刻分析机构OAG的数据,国航将从3月30日重启北京首都国际机场与平壤顺安国际机场之间的客运服务。航线初期使用波音737-700执飞,每周1班,往返合计可提供约256个座位。 这是国航自2020年初以来首次恢复前往朝鲜的定期客运航班。受新冠疫情影响,国航当时暂停了该航线,停飞前该航线每周最多3班。 北京至平壤航线是朝鲜最重要的国际航线之一,将朝鲜与它最大的贸易伙伴中国相连。目前,朝鲜高丽航空每周运营2班北京—平壤航班、2班沈阳航班以及3班飞往俄罗斯符拉迪沃斯托克的航班。 随着国航复航,朝鲜也在逐步恢复疫情期间中断的跨境交通。3月初,中朝客运铁路在暂停6年后恢复,北京至平壤列车每周4班,丹东至平壤恢复每日开行。 朝鲜在2020年初封锁国境,2024年起逐步放宽边境限制。数据显示,2025年中朝双边贸易额约27.4亿美元,同比增长25%,但仍低于2017年国际制裁收紧前的水平。 新闻3:https://www.cannews.com.cn/chanye/2026/03-18/jk3bR02D.html 受政府停摆30天影响全美机场超10%的安检员周日缺勤 2026年3月18日 据外媒3月17日报道,美国政府部分停摆已进入第30天,受此影响,3月14日至15日,美国运输安全管理局有超过10%的机场安检人员缺勤,而通常该机构员工缺勤比例不超过2%。自2月14日该机构资金耗尽以来,亚特兰大、纽约、休斯敦等地机场的安检人员缺勤率持续维持在20%左右,3月15日至16日,休斯敦部分机场缺勤率甚至超过50%,新奥尔良和亚特兰大也超过30%,导致旅客安检排队时间有时长达2小时以上,且停摆期间已有366名安检人员离职。 目前,约5万名机场安检人员被迫无薪工作,政府停摆已对航空出行造成严重影响并引发行业担忧。美国主要航空公司首席执行官周日联合呼吁国会尽快结束僵局,指出春季假期出行高峰即将来临,太多旅客正面临异常漫长的排队等候。此前,议员们曾尝试推动为该机构提供资金的法案,但未获成功,此次停摆源于国会未能就移民执法改革相关协议达成一致。 随着春季出行高峰临近,全美多家航空公司预计将迎来约1.71亿乘客,较去年同期增长4%。受停摆影响,部分机场已关闭部分安检通道,另有一些机场正设法筹集资金,帮助无薪工作的安检人员购买食品等必需品。 新闻4:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-03-16/garmin-adds-15-guided-visual-approaches-and-10-airports 佳明为其数据库增加15种引导目视进近程序 2026年3月17日 佳明于2026年3月17日宣布,为引导目视进近数据库的订阅用户新增15种进近程序与10个机场。引导目视进近程序可加载至机载航空电子设备,支持手动操控或与自动驾驶联动,能够像传统仪表进近一样,为飞行员提供连续、稳定的横向与垂直引导,直至跑道。 该程序适用于搭载佳明广域增强系统航空电子设备、具备射频航程能力的机型,包括GTN、GTN Xi系列导航仪及部分佳明集成驾驶舱。相关进近程序会在地理参考进近图上显示,可通过佳明FliteCharts系统查阅,使用流程与标准进近程序一致,仅适用于目视气象条件。本次更新已加入长滩、圣何塞、北卡罗来纳州梅肯县、科罗拉多州阿斯彭、萨利达等多个机场的进近方案。 佳明表示,引导目视进近可提升进近安全水平,让高速涡轮飞机的目视进近更加平稳,尤其适合高海拔、障碍物密集的机场,同时能够帮助飞行员在夜间、城市灯光环境下更容易保持对跑道的目视参考,提升运行安全性。 本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Jovie,剪辑Priscilla。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时,期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。
Data Shows Middle East Bizjets' ScaleWelcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I'm Luna, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime. Whether you're a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we're truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we'll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese.Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let's explore what's making news in aviation today. Advanced Air Mobility Edges Toward Commercial Launch(excerpts) By CHARLES ALCOCK • Managing Editor March 7, 2026 Seasoned observers of the approach path to bringing eVTOL aircraft into service can be forgiven for having to suppress yawns. Self-proclaimed frontrunners in this crowded field—mainly start-ups hungry for fresh capital—have long teased investors with the prospect of commercial returns being just around the corner, only to then quietly concede that the certification process and other groundwork for the advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosystem is taking longer than they had hoped. In China, two eVTOL models are already certified and flying restricted missions. Meanwhile, U.S. manufacturers such as Joby and Archer are forging partnerships in the UAE with a view to launching some early trial operations there ahead of FAA certification. How that will work remains unclear, but that hasn’t quieted the cheerleading. Closer to home, multiple U.S. states, teamed with private sector partners, are bidding to launch early use cases through the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (EIPP) unveiled in June as part of the Unleashing American Drone Dominance executive order. The states seeking to embrace the new mode of transportation include Florida, California, Texas, Georgia, Michigan, New York, Nevada, Utah, and Ohio. According to SMG Consulting, which focuses intently on the AAM sector, between five and seven EIPP flight-test programs could get underway this year. According to company founder Sergio Cecutta, these are expected to focus mainly on cargo or emergency medical operations and might, in some cases, include revenue-earning flights. In his view, the initiative is significant in giving aircraft manufacturers the chance to test real-world operating environments before certification. However, SMG has ruled out any powered-lift eVTOL passenger-carrying aircraft completing FAA type certification in 2026—as has been widely anticipated, at least by the AAM start-ups concerned. Cecutta told AIN that, based on the number of flight hours required in certification-conforming aircraft with type inspection authorization (TIA), it will take at least another 18 months before the FAA pilots conduct the flights needed to conclude the approval process. As part of its New Year’s predictions, SMG envisioned that both Joby and Beta Technologies (with its Alia CX300 model) will begin TIA “for credit” flights in 2026. In China, the company expects Aerofugia, AutoFlight, and Volant to achieve the same milestone. Advanced Air Mobility Pioneers Edge Toward Long-awaited Commercial Launch | Aviation International News Aviation Fuel Prices Climbing amid Middle Eastern Chaos By CURT EPSTEIN • Business Aviation Services Editor March 5, 2026 The turmoil in the Middle East resulting from the U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran is impacting the world fuel markets, as Iran vowed it would shut down commercial shipping traffic through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Over the past week, the price of Brent crude oil jumped by 15%, from $70.77 a barrel to more than $81, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rose by nearly $9 a barrel. Spot prices for Jet-A in the U.S. averaged $3.23 a gallon yesterday, up from the five-day average of $2.70 per gallon. Retail jet fuel prices at some Northeast U.S. business aviation hubs reached $10 per gallon, while at Los Angeles-area Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) they were hovering around $7. “In the initial reaction to the events, no petroleum market has been spared,” said Denton Cinquegrana, chief oil analyst with energy commodity analyst OPIS. “Gasoline prices are up, the national average for retail diesel has topped $4 per gallon, and jet fuel prices have skyrocketed over the course of the past several days.” Cinquegrana told AIN that while fuel prices may spike, he does not expect operators to encounter any shortages. “Despite the higher prices, U.S. product supplies are expected to be fine, as U.S. refiners are particularly advantaged compared to others around the world.” Aviation Fuel Prices Climbing amid Middle Eastern Chaos | Aviation International News Data Shows Scale of Middle East Bizjet Displacement By CHARLES ALCOCK • Managing Editor March 5, 2026 While business aviation in the Gulf states remains largely grounded by the ongoing military conflict with Iran, data from WingX reveals the extent to which traffic patterns have shifted since Friday. In the week spanning February 23 through March 1, overall business departures from airports in the wider Middle East region declined by 10%—from 1,086 in the previous week to 981. The data released on Thursday shows that despite the dip in traffic caused by the outbreak of hostilities early on Saturday, 371 aircraft did depart from Middle East airports. Many of these appear to have been moved to seemingly safer locations within or close to the region. For example, Oman, through which a partially-open air corridor is now being used for some evacuation flights, saw a 220% increase in business jet arrivals between February 27 and March 1, while Cyprus had a 92.9% increase, followed by Greece (35.3%) and France (14.3%). Turkey received almost a quarter of the flights leaving the region, though its airports actually had 20.5% fewer arrivals than the same period in 2025, which WingX suggested means the country is seeing some negative impact from the conflict. “Overall, the 30.8% decline in total outbound flights versus the same period last year underscores the severity of the demand shock in the Middle East,” WingX stated. As of 7:15 p.m. UTC on Tuesday, WingX’s live parking data showed 164 business jets grounded at airports across the Middle East with an average duration on the ground of 4.5 days. By 12:25 p.m. UTC on Wednesday, the number of aircraft fell to 140 with an average parking duration of 4.9 days. The majority of these jets were in Istanbul and Dubai, with others spread across the Gulf, as well as in Israel and other Turkish cities. International SOS warned that the interception of an Iranian ballistic missile in Turkish airspace highlighted the threats to operations beyond the core warzone, with the potential to trigger wider involvement by NATO states under the terms of the organization’s Article 5. ExecuJet Middle East told AIN that its FBOs at Dubai International (OMDB) and Al Maktoum International (OMDW) airports have remained operational. “Our teams remain focused on supporting clients and operators while closely monitoring the evolving situation and coordinating with the relevant aviation authorities,” a spokeswoman said. Since the conflict started, International SOS has evacuated more than 300 people and has responded to more than 2,200 cases on behalf of clients. Requests include difficulties in securing vital medications for stranded travelers. WingX Data Shows Scale of Middle East Business Jet Displacement | Aviation International News FAA Accepts ‘Zero Engine Taxi’ Certification Plan By HANNEKE WEITERING • Science & Technology Editor March 5, 2026 The FAA has approved Green Taxi Aerospace’s certification plans for its “Zero Engine Taxi” system for airliners. In a March 3 announcement, the Plano, Texas-based start-up said the FAA had reviewed and accepted the compliance checklist summary and conformity plan drafted and submitted by StandardAero, Green Taxi’s certification partner. Green Taxi’s system uses electric motors installed in an aircraft’s landing gear to maneuver the aircraft during ground operations without powering on its main engines. The motors draw power from the auxiliary power unit, allowing aircraft to push back and taxi using purely electric power. According to Green Taxi, the FAA’s concurrence will allow certification work to proceed under StandardAero’s organization designation authorization (ODA), enabling the Scottsdale, Arizona-based MRO specialist to conduct delegated certification activities on the FAA’s behalf as the Zero Engine Taxi program progresses toward its first supplemental type certificate (STC). The company says the system could reduce fuel burn, emissions, and engine wear while removing the need for pushback tugs. Green Taxi estimates airlines could save as much as $300,000 annually per aircraft through reduced fuel consumption and maintenance. For its first retrofits, Green Taxi is targeting regional jets such as the Embraer E175, for which the company expects to obtain STC approval next year. In late 2025, Green Taxi partnered with Delta Air Lines to begin exploring operational deployment of the technology. FAA Accepts Green Taxi’s Certification Plan for Zero Engine Taxi System | Aviation International News The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That's all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Luna. Sound Edited by Jovie. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.
数据揭示中东公务机转移规模欢迎收听《Aviation Newsletter》播客,这里是掌握所有航空动态的专属平台。我是Luna,本期播客由《飞行故事汇》团队倾力呈现。无论你是资深航空爱好者、常旅客,还是单纯对云端之上的世界充满好奇,由衷感谢你的相伴。今年,我们将继续为你带来更深度的行业洞察、动人的航空故事,以及塑造飞行未来的前沿技术资讯。欢迎大家在评论区分享想法与反馈,本播客将持续提供英、汉双语版本。感谢与我们一同踏上这段航空之旅,现在,就让我们一同聚焦今日航空热点。 一、先进空中交通迈向商业运营(节选) 作者:Charles Alcock(执行主编) 2026年3月7日 对于电动垂直起降(eVTOL)飞机投入商业运营进程的漫长等待,资深观察人士早已见怪不怪,甚至感到有些麻木。这一拥挤赛道上的自封领跑者——主要是渴望新资金的初创企业——长期以来用"商业回报指日可待"的前景吊足投资者胃口,随后却不得不悄然承认:先进空中交通(AAM)生态体系的型号合格审定进程及其他基础工作,耗时远超预期。 在中国,两款eVTOL机型已取得型号合格证,正在执行受限任务。与此同时,Joby和Archer等美国制造商正与阿联酋建立合作关系,计划在美国联邦航空管理局(FAA)颁发型号合格证前,在当地启动早期试运行。具体如何操作尚不明朗,但这并未平息业界的乐观宣传。 在美国本土,多个州正与私营部门合作伙伴联手,通过2025年6月公布的"eVTOL融合试点计划"(EIPP)竞标早期应用场景。该计划是《释放美国无人机主导地位》行政令的一部分。有意拥抱这一新型交通模式的州包括佛罗里达、加利福尼亚、德克萨斯、佐治亚、密歇根、纽约、内华达、犹他和俄亥俄。 专注AAM领域的SMG咨询公司称,今年可能有五至七个EIPP飞行测试项目启动。公司创始人Sergio Cecutta表示,这些项目预计主要聚焦货运或紧急医疗运行,部分情况下可能包含营利性飞行。在他看来,该举措意义重大,使飞机制造商能在取得型号合格证前测试真实运行环境。 然而,SMG已排除任何带动力升力eVTOL载客飞机在2026年完成FAA型号合格审定的可能性——尽管至少相关AAM初创企业对此广泛抱有期待。Cecutta告诉《航空国际新闻》(AIN),基于在取得型号检查授权(TIA)的适航符合性飞机上所需的飞行小时数,至少还需18个月FAA试飞员才能完成取证所需的审定飞行。 作为新年预测的一部分,SMG预计Joby和Beta Technologies(其Alia CX300机型)将于2026年启动TIA"可计入"飞行。在中国,该公司预计沃飞长空、峰飞航空和沃兰特也将达成同一里程碑。 Advanced Air Mobility Pioneers Edge Toward Long-awaited Commercial Launch | Aviation International News 二、中东局势动荡导致航空燃油价格飙升 作者:Curt Epstein 2026年3月5日 美国和以色列对伊朗发动袭击引发的中东动荡正在冲击全球燃油市场,伊朗已誓言将关闭至关重要的霍尔木兹海峡的商业航运通道。过去一周,布伦特原油价格飙升15%,从每桶70.77美元涨至81美元以上,而西德克萨斯中质原油(WTI)每桶上涨近9美元。 昨日,美国Jet-A航煤现货价格平均为每加仑3.23美元,高于前五日平均每加仑2.70美元的水平。美国东北部部分公务航空枢纽的航煤零售价格已达每加仑10美元,而洛杉矶地区的范奈斯机场(KVNY)则在每加仑7美元左右徘徊。 能源商品分析机构OPIS首席石油分析师Denton Cinquegrana表示:“在事件初期反应中,没有一个石油市场能够幸免。汽油价格上涨,全国零售柴油均价已突破每加仑4美元,航煤价格在过去几天内更是暴涨。” Cinquegrana告诉《航空国际新闻》(AIN),虽然燃油价格可能飙升,但他预计运营商不会遭遇供应短缺。“尽管价格走高,美国成品油供应预计不会有问题,因为与全球其他地区的炼油商相比,美国炼油商具有明显优势。” Aviation Fuel Prices Climbing amid Middle Eastern Chaos | Aviation International News 三、数据揭示中东公务机转移规模 作者:Charles Alcock 2026年3月5日 尽管海湾国家的公务航空因与伊朗持续的军事冲突而基本停飞,但WingX的数据显示,自周五以来航线格局发生了显著变化。在2月23日至3月1日这一周,中东地区机场公务机出港总量较前一周的1086架次下降10%,降至981架次。 周四发布的数据显示,尽管周六早些时候敌对行动爆发导致交通量下降,但仍有371架飞机从中东机场起飞。其中许多飞机似乎已被转移至区域内或邻近区域看似更安全的地点。 例如,阿曼——目前部分开放空中走廊用于部分疏散航班——在2月27日至3月1日期间公务机到港量激增220%;塞浦路斯增长92.9%,希腊(35.3%)和法国(14.3%)紧随其后。土耳其接收了离开该地区航班的近四分之一,但其机场到港量实际上比2025年同期减少20.5%,WingX认为这意味着该国正受到冲突的负面影响。 WingX指出:“总体而言,与去年同期相比,出港航班总量下降30.8%,凸显了中东地区需求冲击的严重程度。” 截至周二协调世界时19:15,WingX实时停场数据显示,中东各地机场停场公务机164架,平均停场时间4.5天。到周三协调世界时12:25,飞机数量降至140架,平均停场时间4.9天。 这些飞机大多停放在伊斯坦布尔和迪拜,其他则分布于海湾地区、以色列及其他土耳其城市。国际SOS警告称,一枚伊朗弹道导弹在土耳其领空被拦截的事件表明,核心战区以外的运行同样面临威胁,并可能触发北约国家依据《北大西洋公约》第五条(集体防御条款)进行更广泛的介入。 ExecuJet中东公司告诉AIN,其在迪拜国际机场(OMDB)和阿勒马克图姆国际机场(OMDW)的固定基地运营商(FBO)仍在运营。一位女发言人表示:“我们的团队继续专注于支持客户和运营商,同时密切关注局势发展,并与相关民航当局保持协调。” 自冲突爆发以来,国际SOS已疏散300余人,并代表客户处理了2200多起案例。求助内容包括为滞留旅客获取必需药物面临的困难。 WingX Data Shows Scale of Middle East Business Jet Displacement | Aviation International News 四、FAA接受"零发动机滑行"认证计划 作者:Hanneke Weitering(科技编辑) 2026年3月5日 美国联邦航空管理局(FAA)已批准Green Taxi Aerospace公司针对客机"零发动机滑行"系统的认证计划。在3月3日的公告中,这家位于得克萨斯州普莱诺的初创公司表示,FAA已审查并接受其认证合作伙伴StandardAero起草并提交的符合性检查单摘要和一致性计划。 Green Taxi的系统在飞机起落架上安装电动机,使飞机在地面运行期间无需启动主发动机即可滑行。电动机由辅助动力装置(APU)供电,使飞机能够使用纯电力完成推出和滑行。 据Green Taxi称,FAA的认可将使认证工作能够在StandardAero的机构委任授权(ODA)下推进,使这家位于亚利桑那州斯科茨代尔的维修、修理和大修(MRO)专业公司能够在FAA授权下开展委任认证活动,推动"零发动机滑行"项目取得首份补充型号合格证(STC)。 该公司表示,该系统可减少燃油消耗、排放和发动机磨损,同时无需使用飞机牵引车。Green Taxi估计,航空公司每架飞机每年可通过减少燃油消耗和维护成本节省高达30万美元。 对于首批改装,Green Taxi瞄准的是支线客机,如巴西航空工业公司E175,预计明年获得该机型STC批准。2025年底,Green Taxi与达美航空合作,开始探索该技术的运营部署。 本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Luna,剪辑Jovie。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时,期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。
GAMA 25 Aircraft Shipment&Billing ReportWelcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I’m Priscilla, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime.Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we’re truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we’ll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese.Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let’s explore what's making news in aviation today. 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-02-26/magnifica-air-unveils-first-jet-ahead-2027-launch Magnifica Air Unveils First Jet Ahead of 2027 Launch February 26, 2026 Semi-private carrier Magnifica Air revealed its first aircraft at Florida’s Orlando International Airport (KMCO) earlier this month: an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ321neo that will be configured for the start-up’s planned 2027 service launch. The long-range jet is the first of four aircraft Magnifica Air will operate in what it calls Private Class, a service category that falls somewhere between traditional first class and private aviation. Each aircraft will be configured to carry approximately 54 passengers. The ACJ321neo, which offers a maximum range of approximately 6,100 nm, will now enter a 10-month interior completion phase. Magnifica Air co-founder and CEO Wade Black said the carrier is delivering “a new cabin category built around how people want to travel today.” “The arrival of our first ACJ321neo is a defining operational milestone,” said Kevin Ketterer, vice president of technical operations at Magnifica Air. “It enables the launch of our maintenance and reliability programs, integrating predictive technologies and dedicated support services designed to deliver the level of consistency expected from a new cabin category.” At NBAA-BACE in October, the company disclosed plans for a fleet combining Airbus A220s and A321neos. Operations are scheduled to begin in 2027, with service between South Florida and New York. 2.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-02-25/joby-and-uber-reveal-electric-air-taxi-booking-platform Joby and Uber Reveal Electric Air Taxi Booking Platform February 26, 2026 Joby Aviation and its partner Uber have released a preview of the mobile app interface that will allow Uber riders to book flights on Joby’s four-passenger eVTOL air taxi. The new aerial ride-hailing service—dubbed “Uber Air powered by Joby”—builds on the Uber Elevate platform that Uber began developing in 2016 and subsequently sold to Joby in 2020. As part of the acquisition deal, Uber remained a strategic partner on the program and invested a further $75 million in Joby, following a $50 million investment earlier that year. “With Uber Air, riders will be able to book Joby’s electric air taxi through a simple and familiar, one-tap experience on Uber, seamlessly connecting every leg of their journey,” Uber chief product officer Sachin Kansal said in a joint statement. Joby and Uber also recently announced plans to integrate helicopter and seaplane services into the Uber app, leveraging Joby’s 2025 acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s charter brokerage. The partners have said that passengers will be able to book Blade-arranged helicopter flights through the Uber mobile app as early as this year. Announcing the “Uber Air” moniker on Wednesday, Joby also reaffirmed its commitment to launching electric air taxi services in Dubai this year as the California-based manufacturer continues to trudge through the FAA certification process back home. “We plan to carry our first passengers this year in the UAE as part of our six-year exclusive access to the Dubai market,” Joby founder and CEO JoeBen Bevirt told investors during a quarterly earnings call on Wednesday afternoon. “Here in the U.S., we expect the government's EIP program to provide us with the opportunity to demonstrate our service in several locations, also this year,” he added, referring to the White House-backed eVTOL integration pilot program. Bevirt explained that the first production-conforming JAS4-1 eVTOL aircraft intended for FAA type inspection authorization (TIA) testing is “now ready to fly.” All five of the additional aircraft that Joby plans to use for TIA testing are “in different phases of construction,” he said. Joby expects its new 728,000-sq-ft factory in Dayton, Ohio, will help the company achieve a production rate of four aircraft per month in 2027. Having closed the 2025 fiscal year with $1.4 billion in cash, Joby believes it now has the capital it needs to fund certification, scale manufacturing, and launch commercial air taxi services. In the fourth quarter, Joby generated $30.8 million in revenue but reported a net loss of $121.5 million. For the full year, revenue totaled $53.4 million, whereas the net loss widened to $929.8 million, reflecting hefty certification and manufacturing costs. In 2026, the company expects revenue to range from $105 million to $115 million, while anticipating continued cash burn as it progresses toward certification and scales production. 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-02-27/archer-plans-starlink-connectivity-midnight-evtol-aircraft Archer Plans Starlink Connectivity for Midnight eVTOL Aircraft Feb 27, 2026 Archer Aviation plans to equip its Midnight eVTOL air taxis with Starlink satcom terminals that will provide in-flight Wi-Fi for passengers and an aircraft-to-ground data link for operators, the company announced today. Under the agreement, Archer could be the first company to install and test SpaceX’s satellite internet system on a commercial eVTOL aircraft. In addition to Midnight, Archer said it will also work with Starlink on a connectivity solution for its “future development of autonomous aircraft.” While Archer has yet to reveal any specific plans for an autonomous air vehicle based on the Midnight aircraft, its electric propulsion system has been selected to power a defense drone being developed by its partner Anduril. Archer’s Midnight aircraft is designed to carry four passengers on five- to 15-minute flights across cities, cruising at altitudes between 1,500 and 4,000 feet. Starlink relies on a constellation of low-Earth-orbit satellites rather than ground towers or geostationary spacecraft, a configuration Archer said is suited to dense urban environments where cellular coverage can be inconsistent. “Connectivity is a must-have feature for Midnight, [and] Starlink is uniquely built to deliver it," said Archer co-founder and CEO Adam Goldstein. “This industry-first collaboration will enable seamless, high-speed connectivity and essential amenities for our passengers and pilots.” 4.https://gama.aero/news-and-events/press-releases/gama-releases-2025-aircraft-shipment-and-billing-report/ GAMA Releases 2025 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report Feb 18,2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, or GAMA, released the 2025 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report during its annual State of the Industry Press Conference. Overall, when compared to 2024, the business jet and piston airplane segments saw increases in shipments, and preliminary aircraft deliveries were valued at 35.7 billion dollars, up 14.6 percent. In 2025, airplane shipments compared to 2024 showed piston airplanes increasing by ten units to 1,782, a 0.6 percent rise. Turboprops declined slightly, from 626 to 594 units, down 5.1 percent. Business jets grew from 764 to 854 units, an 11.8 percent increase. Total airplane shipments rose from 3,162 units in 2024 to 3,230 units in 2025, a 2.2 percent increase, and the value of airplane deliveries reached 31 billion dollars, up 16.1 percent. Helicopter shipments in 2025 also saw some changes. Piston helicopters decreased from 210 units in 2024 to 206 units, down 1.9 percent, while turbine helicopters fell from 746 to 732 units, also down 1.9 percent. Total helicopter deliveries dropped from 956 units in 2024 to 938 in 2025. However, the total value of helicopter deliveries increased from 4.5 billion dollars to 4.7 billion dollars, roughly 5.5 percent growth. James Viola, GAMA President and CEO, said, “The state of the general aviation manufacturing industry remains steadfast. While some segments are seeing marginal declines in deliveries, they are all still above 2019 levels. As manufacturers work hard to meet the challenges and demand of today, they remain focused on advancing safety and innovation for the future of the entire aviation industry.”For a detailed breakdown of the full shipment tables and segment data, please visit the podcast show notes. The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Priscilla. Sound Edited by Luna. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. 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GAMA发布2025年飞机出货量及账单报告欢迎收听《Aviation Newsletter》,这里是掌握所有航空动态的专属平台。我是Priscilla,本期播客由《飞行故事汇》团队倾力呈现。无论你是一个资深航空爱好者,经常出行的旅客, 或是仅仅对云端之上的世界充满好奇,我们都由衷感谢你的相伴。今年,我们将继续为你带来更深度的行业洞察、引人入胜的航空故事,以及塑造飞行未来的前沿技术资讯。我们非常欢迎你在评论区分享想法与反馈,本播客将继续提供英汉双语版本。感谢与我们一同踏上这段航空之旅,现在,就让我们一同聚焦今日的航空热点。 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-02-26/magnifica-air-unveils-first-jet-ahead-2027-launch Magnifica Air首架飞机在 2027 年正式运营前亮相 半私人航空公司Magnifica Air本月早些时候在佛罗里达州奥兰多国际机场(KMCO)展示了其首架飞机——一架空客公务机ACJ321neo,该飞机将用于这家初创公司计划于2027年启动的航线服务。这架远程喷气式飞机是Magnifica Air 计划运营的四架飞机中的第一架,公司将其服务定位为私人等级,这一舱位类别介于传统头等舱与私人航空之间。每架飞机将配置约 54 个座位。 这架ACJ321neo的最大航程约为6,100海里,目前将进入为期10个月的客舱内装完工阶段。Magnifica Air联合创始人兼首席执行官Wade Black表示,公司正在打造“一个围绕当今人们出行方式而设计的全新客舱类别”。 Magnifica Air技术运营副总裁Kevin Ketterer表示:“首架ACJ321neo的到来是一个具有标志性意义的运营里程碑。这使我们能够启动维护和可靠性项目,并整合预测性技术与专属支持服务,以提供符合这一全新客舱类别定位的稳定运营水平。” 在10月举行的NBAA-BACE展会上,公司披露了其机队规划,将由空客A220和 A321neo机型组成。公司计划于2027年开始运营,初期航线为南佛罗里达与纽约之间的航班。 2.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-02-25/joby-and-uber-reveal-electric-air-taxi-booking-platform Joby携手Uber发布电动空中出租车预订系统 Joby Aviation及其合作伙伴Uber发布了移动应用界面的预览版本,未来Uber用户将能够通过该应用预订Joby四座eVTOL电动空中出租车航班。 这项全新的空中网约出行服务被命名为“Uber Air powered by Joby”,基于Uber自 2016年开始开发、并于2020年出售给Joby的Uber Elevate平台。在该收购交易中,Uber保持战略合作伙伴身份,并在当年早些投资5000万美元后,又追加投资7500万美元。 Uber首席产品官Sachin Kansal在联合声明中表示:“通过Uber Air,乘客将能够在熟悉且简单的一键式Uber应用界面中预订Joby的电动空中出租车,实现旅程各个环节的无缝衔接。” Joby与Uber近期还宣布,计划将直升机和水上飞机服务整合进Uber应用程序。此举得益于Joby在2025年收购Blade Air Mobility包机经纪业务。双方表示,乘客最快可在今年通过Uber手机应用预订由Blade安排的直升机航班。 在周三正式公布“Uber Air”品牌名称的同时,Joby再次确认其将在今年于迪拜推出电动空中出租车服务。与此同时,这家总部位于加州的制造商仍在美国推进 FAA适航认证进程。 Joby创始人兼首席执行官JoeBen Bevirt在周三下午的季度财报电话会议上向投资者表示:“根据我们在迪拜市场六年的独家运营权安排,我们计划今年在阿联酋搭载首批乘客。”他还补充说:“在美国,我们预计政府的EIP计划也将为我们今年在多个地点展示服务的机会。”他所指的是白宫支持eVTOL融合试点项目。 Bevirt表示,首架符合生产构型、用于FAA型号检查授权(TIA)测试的 JAS4-1 eVTOL飞机“现已准备好飞行”。此外,Joby计划用于TIA测试的另外五架飞机正处于不同的建造阶段。他指出,公司位于俄亥俄州代顿的新72.8万平方英尺工厂预计将帮助Joby在2027年实现每月生产4架飞机。 截至2025财年结束时,Joby拥有14亿美元现金储备,公司认为这足以支持认证流程、扩大制造规模以及启动商业空中出租车服务。 在第四季度,Joby实现收入3080万美元,但净亏损为1.215亿美元。全年收入为5340万美元,净亏损扩大至9.298亿美元,主要反映了高昂的认证与制造成本。公司预计2026年收入将在1.05亿至1.15亿美元之间,同时在推进认证与扩大生产规模过程中,现金消耗仍将持续。 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-02-27/archer-plans-starlink-connectivity-midnight-evtol-aircraft Archer计划为Midnight eVTOL飞机配备Starlink连接系统 Archer Aviation今日宣布,计划为其Midnight eVTOL空中出租车配备Starlink卫星通信终端,为乘客提供机上Wi-Fi服务,同时为运营方提供空地数据链连接。根据双方协议,Archer有望成为首家在商业eVTOL飞机上安装并测试SpaceX卫星互联网系统的公司。 除了Midnight机型外,Archer还表示将与Starlink合作,为其“未来开发的自主飞行飞机”打造通信解决方案。尽管Archer尚未披露基于Midnight机型的具体无人化飞行器计划,但其电动推进系统已被选用于为合作伙伴Anduril正在开发的一款防务无人机提供动力。 Archer的Midnight飞机设计可搭载四名乘客,在城市之间执行5至15分钟的短途飞行,巡航高度为1,500至4,000英尺。Starlink依赖低地球轨道卫星星座,而非地面基站或地球同步卫星系统。Archer表示,这种架构尤其适用于蜂窝网络覆盖不稳定的高密度城市环境。 Archer联合创始人兼首席执行官Adam Goldstei表示:“连接能力是Midnight的必备功能,而Starlink在这一方面具备独特优势。这项行业首创的合作将为乘客和飞行员提供无缝、高速的连接体验及关键机上服务。” 4.https://gama.aero/news-and-events/press-releases/gama-releases-2025-aircraft-shipment-and-billing-report/ GAMA发布2025年飞机出货量及账单报告 华盛顿 – 今天,美国通用航空制造商协会(GAMA)在其年度行业现状新闻发布会上发布了2025年通用航空飞机出货量及账单报告。总体来看,与2024年相比,公务机和活塞飞机出货量有所增长,飞机交付总价值初步统计达到357亿美元,增长了 14.6%。 2025 年,飞机出货量相比2024年发生了一些变化:活塞飞机从1,772架增加到 1,782架,增长0.6%;涡轮螺旋桨飞机从626架下降到594架,下降 5.1%;公务机从764架增加到854架,增长11.8%。飞机总出货量从2024年的3,162架增至2025年的3,230架,增长2.2%,飞机交付总价值达到310亿美元,同比增长16.1%。 直升机出货量方面也有所变化:活塞直升机从210架下降至206架,下降1.9%;涡轮直升机从746架降至732架,同样下降1.9%。直升机总出货量从2024年的 956架降至2025年的938架,但直升机交付总价值从45亿美元增加到47亿美元,增长约5.5%。 GAMA总裁兼首席执行官詹姆斯·维奥拉表示:“通用航空制造业保持稳健状态。虽然部分细分市场交付量略有下降,但仍高于2019年水平。制造商们在努力应对当下的挑战和需求的同时,也始终关注提升整个航空业的安全性和创新水平。”如想了解更多完整机型细分数据和表格内容,欢迎查看本期播客详情页。 本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Priscilla,剪辑Luna。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时,期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。
Singapore Airshow UpdatesWelcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I'm Luna, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime. Whether you're a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we're truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we'll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese.Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let's explore what's making news in aviation today. 1. Airbus Drones Make Singapore Airshow Debut By CHARLOTTE BAILEY • Writer February 2, 2026 In a first for its Singapore Airshow presence, Airbus is presenting a dedicated area focusing on its uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) offering, something the manufacturer says underscores its “growing position as a key player in the UAS market.” UAS solutions on display include Airbus Helicopters’ Flexrotor VTOL tailsitter, the Aliaca family of UAS it acquired from Survey Copter in October, and the Sirtap high-performance tactical drone developed by Airbus Defence and Space. Assembly of its first Sirtap prototype was completed last June, ahead of a ground-testing campaign scheduled to run throughout 2026. Increased market traction for its drones was reinforced during the company’s January earnings call, during which Airbus Helicopters CEO Bruno Even noted that integrating UAS systems into the company’s core operations was helping create a “comprehensive range of tactical drones.” “By combining drones with our advanced and unique HTeaming capabilities, [Airbus can] provide a seamless, networked ecosystem for the modern battlespace,” Even added. According to Airbus, its HTeaming solution “offers additional mission capabilities by extending sensor range far beyond the aircraft’s line of sight.” In March 2025, Airbus signed an agreement with Australian aerospace start-up Drone Forge to collaborate on the development and operational integration of the Flexrotor UAS. At the time, Airbus explained: “Designed as a force multiplier for diverse missions...this partnership signals strong confidence in our Flexrotor capabilities and offers perfect crewed-uncrewed teaming possibilities for aircraft operators.” The Flexrotor system is designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions ranging from 12 to 14 hours and can accommodate a variety of payloads. Various other Airbus military aircraft will also be appearing, including a German Air Force A400M and a Republic of Singapore Air Force A330 MRTT and H225M. A full-scale mock-up of the military H145 variant will also be on display. Airbus Uncrewed Aerial Systems Make Singapore Airshow Debut | Aviation International News 2. China Aviation Capabilities By DAVID DONALD • Contributor - UK February 2, 2026 3. Singapore Airshow Gains Altitude with Inaugural Space Summit By HANNEKE WEITERING • Science & Technology Editor January 31, 2026 The 10th edition of the biennial Singapore Airshow opens this week with a new addition to its program: the inaugural Space Summit, a two-day conference and exhibition dedicated to the rapidly expanding global space economy. Organized by Experia Events, the same company behind the Singapore Airshow, the Space Summit takes place on February 2 and 3 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands in downtown Singapore. Under the theme “New Frontiers: Shaping a Responsible and Inclusive Space Future,” the Space Summit agenda includes plenary sessions and panel discussions focused on space infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, sustainability, and commercialization pathways. The inaugural Space Summit arrives at a pivotal moment for the global space sector and for the Asia-Pacific region, Leck Chet Lam, managing director of Experia Events, told AIN. “The global space economy is really growing at a very fast pace,” he said. Meanwhile, “Asia-Pacific is one of the fastest growing economic regions in the world, and one of the things that these growing economies are looking for are space-related services,” Lam said. For example, the region has seen increasing demand for satellite-based services such as GPS navigation, communications, Earth observation, climate monitoring, and national security applications. “There's a very huge drive with a huge demand in this growing part of the world for space technologies and space applications, so that's also another key driver for us in wanting to launch this show,” Lam said. For Singapore Airshow attendees, the Space Summit offers an early-week opportunity to engage with an adjacent sector that increasingly overlaps with aviation, defense, and advanced manufacturing—underscoring how space is becoming an integral part of the broader aerospace ecosystem. Singapore Airshow Gains Altitude with Inaugural Space Summit | Aviation International News 4. China’s Low-altitude Economy Takes Off By JENNIFER MESZAROS • Contributor - Asia January 28, 2026 While China looks ahead to the Year of the Fire Horse, 2025’s Year of the Snake marked a period of foundational growth and regulatory milestones for the country’s emerging low-altitude economy and the broader socio-economic ambitions the government says this will bolster. Covering airspace below 1,000 meters (3,280 feet)—and, in some instances, up to 3,000 meters—the sector has seen increasing liberalization to support uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, alongside traditional general and business aviation models. With China’s 15th Five-Year Plan pushing the expansion of strategic emerging industrial clusters, the low-altitude economy is now being shaped by regional strengths—from Guangdong’s coastal manufacturing hubs to high-altitude testing in plateau regions such as Qinghai. By the end of 2025, China had established a growing repository of regulations and technical standards to support the emerging sector. At the national level, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) released draft airworthiness standards for certain classes of UAS and powered-lift aircraft, along with technical specifications for rotorcraft, propellers, and civil water aerodromes for amphibious aircraft. The State Administration for Market Regulation issued mandatory standards for UAS identification and real-name registration, while the Central Air Traffic Management Office released specifications for integrated low-altitude supervision platforms, unifying airspace management from national to municipal levels. Complementing these efforts, the Chinese Society of Aeronautics and Astronautics, together with state-backed Aviation Industries of China (AVIC) and other partners, published its first technical guide on building digital models of low-altitude airspace. Shenzhen issued low-altitude trade secret protection guidelines as the city aspires to earn the self-declared title “World eVTOL Capital” by 2028, while Guangdong introduced its “Twelve Measures,” providing financial support for industry clusters across research and development, manufacturing, operations, and integrated banking-insurance-equity services. December also saw China’s National Development and Reform Commission roll out a statistical classification that defines the scope and core industries of the low-altitude economy, to guide policymakers and enterprises in developing the sector. At the same time, President Xi promulgated the revised Civil Aviation Law, effective July 1, directing the State Council and Central Military Commission to manage low-altitude airspace, with a special chapter supporting general aviation development. China Sets Sights on Low-altitude Economic Revolution | Aviation International News The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That's all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Luna. Sound Edited by Luna. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.
ICAO's Improved Volcanic Ash ForecastWelcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I’m Priscilla, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime.Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we’re truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we’ll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese.Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let’s explore what's making news in aviation today. 新闻1:https://jtw.sh.gov.cn/xwfb2/20260121/7e9b681422d649edbc0248833a881200.html Shanghai Low-Altitude Flight Service Center to Launch on, Suishenban App for One-Stop UAV Services January 21, 2026 From February 1, 2026, the low-altitude flight safety supervision measures jointly launched by multiple Shanghai departments will take effect, with the Shanghai Low-Altitude Flight Service Center opening simultaneously to provide one-stop services including flight applications and airspace inquiries. Shanghai has previously issued the interim measures for UAV flight safety management and defined flyable airspace, which accounts for 46% of the city's administrative area and covers the airspace below 120 meters true height in green zones. Flights of micro, light and small UAVs in this area require no application, and the rest is designated as controlled airspace. By 2025, Shanghai had nearly 800 registered UAV operation enterprises, about 220,000 real-name registered UAVs and an annual flight volume of over 3.2 million sorties, yet unauthorized UAV flights have posed safety risks. Citizens can now complete UAV registration, flight declaration and experience zone reservation via the Suishenban App. For flights in controlled airspace, applications must be submitted before 12:00 on the previous day with results available by 21:00 the same day. After approval, confirmation on the platform is required before takeoff and after landing, and an elderly-friendly mode will be launched on the platform later. Three sites including the Expo Culture Park are designated as consumer UAV experience zones, with the first two accommodating 50 aircraft each and Shanghai Botanical Garden 30. Shanghai police launched a crackdown on unauthorized UAV flights in August 2025, investigating 3,366 cases, with a sharp year-on-year rise in voluntary registration of pilots and UAV owners. A six-month airspace safety special campaign will be launched to strengthen supervision and law enforcement. Relevant departments also urged users to fly in accordance with the law to build a safe low-altitude flight environment. 新闻2:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/aerospace/2026-01-15/icao-introduces-new-and-improved-volcanic-ash-forecast ICAO Introduces New and Improved Volcanic Ash Forecast January 16, 2026 The International Civil Aviation Organization has launched an upgraded Quantitative Volcano Ash forecast information service, delivering more comprehensive analysis for aircraft operators. This service not only forecasts the location of volcanic ash in the atmosphere, but also predicts the specific quantity of ash present. The new service came into effect late last year. Before its global rollout, two out of the nine specialist Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres—those in London and Toulouse—will take the lead in providing the upgraded Quantitative Volcano Ash forecasts. Eventually, all nine ICAO-designated Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres around the world will issue detailed forecasts by combining volcano monitoring data, satellite observations, ground-based observations, aircraft observations and forecasting models. ICAO recommends that all nine centres should start issuing Quantitative Volcano Ash forecasts by November 26, 2026. Until then, conventional forecast charts will continue to be provided in parallel. This new service is capable of issuing forecasts on volcanic ash concentration and occurrence probability for airspace up to 60,000 feet in altitude, divided into layers of 5,000 feet each. The forecast data is updated every three hours and is provided free of charge to all registered users. An Aeronautical Information Circular released by the UK’s National Air Traffic Services stated that Quantitative Volcano Ash forecasts will offer higher-resolution details, presenting both a single, precise forecast snapshot for a specific time point and longer-term trend projections within the impact scope of a volcanic eruption. Matthew Hort from the UK Met Office said that aircraft operators can now use certified engine susceptibility data to volcanic ash for flight route planning. This measure will help improve operational efficiency while complying with the relevant requirements of safety management systems. 新闻3:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/aerospace/2026-01-16/report-global-saf-market-reach-50-billion-2036 Global SAF Market To Reach $50 Billion by 2036 January 19, 2026 A new study released by UK-based market analyst ID TechEx predicts that the global sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market will rise to $50 billion over the next decade. By 2036, the combined annual capacity of SAF and renewable diesel—closely linked in processing—may exceed 67 million tonnes, boasting considerable overall industrial growth potential. Last year, the UK and EU successively introduced SAF-use mandates, establishing mandatory market demand for this low-carbon fuel. Eve Pope, the report’s author, stated that with the advancement of global decarbonization and further implementation of relevant regulations, SAF demand will keep rising steadily. Nearly a dozen SAF production pathways have been officially approved worldwide. The mainstream hydroprocessed esters and fatty acids (HEFA) process mainly uses used cooking oils, animal fats and greases as feedstocks. However, the total supply of such feedstocks is limited, with a noticeable supply gap expected around 2030. Emerging pathways like alcohol-to-jet (ATJ) can effectively fill the gap. LanzaJet’s facility in Georgia, USA, officially launched commercial ATJ production last year, with an annual capacity of 9 million gallons, becoming the world’s first large-scale facility of its kind. Pope noted that the high-cost challenge of new processes needs to be gradually addressed through technological breakthroughs and improved regulations. 新闻4:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-01-19/fractionals-banner-year-help-global-ops-finish-strong Frax’s “Banner Year” Boosts Global Bizav Ops Finish January 19, 2026 Argus International’s latest TraqPak report shows global business aircraft operations ended 2025 strongly, with a 4.2% year-over-year (YoY) rise in December. North America grew 2.1% that month, while Europe posted its eighth straight YoY gain at 1.3%. Argus expects this momentum to continue this month, with North America up 3.8% YoY and Europe 1% higher. Travis Kuhn, Argus senior vice president of software, said December’s data met expectations, wrapping up a year of strong growth in North America and globally. In 2026, focus remains on large-cabin aircraft, Part 91 activity (general aviation operations conducted under the U.S. Federal Aviation Regulations), and the fractional market’s robust growth. In North America, 11 of 2025’s 12 months saw YoY gains, except February (compared to 2024’s leap year). Fractionals had a “banner year”, rising 8.4% YoY in December; Part 135 (on-demand commercial air charter services) edged up 1.6%, while Part 91 (non-commercial general aviation flights) dipped 0.2%. By aircraft, midsize jets led December growth (4.4%), followed by light jets (2.7%) and turboprops (0.8%). Large jets fell 1.2%, with Part 135 large-cabin ops down 5.6%, while light-jet fractionals surged 9.8%. Europe’s 1.3% gain was driven by large-cabin (5%) and midsize jets (3.9%), offsetting turboprop and light-jet declines. Elsewhere globally, ops soared 11.1%, with all aircraft types up—light jets led at 20.8%. The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Jovie. Sound Edited by Priscilla. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.
国际民航组织推出升级款火山灰定量预报服务欢迎收听《Aviation Newsletter》播客,这里是掌握所有航空动态的专属平台。我是Priscilla,本期播客由《飞行故事汇》团队倾力呈现。无论你是资深航空爱好者、常旅客,还是单纯对云端之上的世界充满好奇,由衷感谢你的相伴。今年,我们将继续为你带来更深度的行业洞察、动人的航空故事,以及塑造飞行未来的前沿技术资讯。欢迎大家在评论区分享想法与反馈,本播客将持续提供英、汉双语版本。感谢与我们一同踏上这段航空之旅,现在,就让我们一同聚焦今日航空热点。 新闻1:https://jtw.sh.gov.cn/xwfb2/20260121/7e9b681422d649edbc0248833a881200.html 上海低空飞行服务中心正式运行,随申办一站式办理无人机相关业务 2026年1月21日 2026年2月1日起,上海多部门联合推出的低空飞行安全监管保障措施正式落地,上海市低空飞行服务中心同步启用,将提供飞行申请、空域查询等一站式服务。此前上海已公布无人机安全管理暂行办法及适飞空域,其适飞空域占全市行政区域46%,为绿色区域真高120米以下范围,该区域内微轻小型无人机飞行无需申请,之外则为管制空域。 截至2025年,上海登记无人机运营企业近800家,实名注册无人机约22万架,年飞行量超320万架次,但黑飞问题带来安全挑战。即日起市民可通过随申办App完成无人机登记、飞行申报、体验区预约等业务,管制空域飞行需在前一日12时前申请,当日21时查批复,获批后起飞降落前均需在平台确认,平台后续还将推出适老化模式。 世博文化公园等3处设为消费级无人机体验区,前两者各容50台飞行器,上海植物园容30台。上海警方去年8月开展黑飞整治,已查处3366起案件,飞手和机主主动登记数同比大幅提升,下一步将开展6个月净空专项行动,强化无人机监管执法。相关部门也呼吁用户依法飞行,共建安全的低空飞行环境。 新闻2:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/aerospace/2026-01-15/icao-introduces-new-and-improved-volcanic-ash-forecast 国际民航组织推出升级款火山灰定量预报服务 2026年1月16日 国际民航组织已正式推出升级后的火山灰定量预报信息服务,为航空公司运营方提供更全面的分析内容。这项新服务不再局限于预报火山灰的所在位置,还能预测大气中火山灰的具体含量。 该服务已于去年年底正式生效。在全球范围内推广之前,九个专业火山灰咨询中心之中,伦敦和图卢兹的两个中心将率先提供升级后的火山灰定量预报。 最终,全球所有经国际民航组织指定的九家火山灰咨询中心,都将结合火山监测数据、卫星观测数据、地面观测数据、航空器观测数据以及气象预报模型,发布详细的预报内容。国际民航组织建议,所有九家中心需在2026年11月26日前,全部实现火山灰定量预报的发布。在此之前,传统的气象预报图表将会继续同步提供。 这款新服务能够针对海拔高达六万英尺的空域,按五千英尺的高度分层,发布火山灰浓度以及出现概率的预报。预报数据以三小时为一个更新周期,并且向所有注册用户免费开放。英国国家航空交通服务公司发布的一份航空信息通告中指出,火山灰定量预报将提供更高分辨率的细节内容,既可以呈现单一时间节点的精准预报快照,也能够在火山喷发影响范围内,提供更长期的趋势预测。 英国气象局的马修・霍特表示,航空公司运营方如今能够利用经过认证的发动机抗火山灰敏感度数据,来规划飞行航线,这一举措将有助于提升运行效率,同时契合安全管理体系的相关要求。 新闻3:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/aerospace/2026-01-16/report-global-saf-market-reach-50-billion-2036 全球可持续航空燃料市场2036年将达500亿美元 2026年1月19日 英国市场分析机构ID TechEx发布的最新研究预测,未来十年内,全球可持续航空燃料(SAF)市场规模将攀升至500亿美元。到2036年,SAF与加工工艺紧密关联的可再生柴油,二者合计年产能或将突破6700万吨,产业整体增长潜力十分可观。 去年,英国与欧盟相继出台SAF强制使用法案,为这种低碳燃料构建了刚性市场需求。报告作者伊芙・波普表示,伴随全球脱碳进程推进、相关法规进一步落地,SAF的市场需求将持续稳步攀升。 目前全球已有近十二种SAF生产工艺获得官方批准,主流的加氢处理酯和脂肪酸(HEFA)工艺,主要以餐厨废油、动物脂肪及各类油脂为原料。但这类原料的供应总量有限,预计2030年左右将出现明显供给缺口。醇制喷气燃料(ATJ)等新兴工艺可有效填补缺口,美国兰扎喷射公司位于佐治亚州的工厂,去年已正式实现ATJ工艺商业化生产,年产能达900万加仑,成为全球首家规模化投产的同类工厂。波普指出,新兴工艺的高成本难题,仍需依靠技术研发突破与相关法规完善来逐步破解。 新闻4:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-01-19/fractionals-banner-year-help-global-ops-finish-strong 分时租赁业务亮眼,助力全球商务航空强势收官 2026年1月19日 阿格斯国际最新TraqPak报告显示,2025年全球商务航空飞行运营强势收官,12月同比增长4.2%。北美地区当月增幅2.1%,欧洲则以1.3%的同比增长,实现连续第八个月上扬。阿格斯预计此势头将延续至本月,北美、欧洲同比增幅或达3.8%、1%。 阿格斯国际软件高级副总裁特拉维斯・库恩表示,12月的数据符合预期,为北美乃至全球商务航空这一整年的强劲增长画上了圆满句号。2026年,行业关注重点仍将集中在大型客舱飞机、91部规章项下飞行活动(指依据《美国联邦航空条例》开展的通用航空运营)以及分时租赁市场的强劲增长上。 在北美地区,2025年全年12个月中,有11个月的业务量实现同比增长,唯一例外的2月是因需与2024年闰年同期数据作对比。分时租赁业务迎来“巅峰之年”,12月同比增幅达8.4%;135部规章项下业务(按需商用航空包机服务)小幅增长1.6%,而91部规章项下业务(非商用通用航空飞行)则微降0.2%。 机型方面,中型飞机12月增幅最显著(4.4%),轻型喷气机、涡轮螺旋桨飞机分别增2.7%、0.8%;大型喷气机降1.2%,其中135部大型客舱业务降5.6%,轻型喷气机分时租赁增幅达9.8%。 欧洲1.3%的增长由大型客舱飞机(+5%)、中型喷气机(+3.9%)拉动,抵消了涡轮螺旋桨飞机、轻型喷气机的降幅。全球其他地区业务激增11.1%,各机型均大涨,轻型喷气机增幅达20.8%。 本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Jovie,剪辑Priscilla。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时,期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。
Gogo Launches 5G NetworkWelcome to Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the latest updates in the world of aviation. I’m Claire. This podcast is brought to you by the dedicated team at Starrime. We’re excited to bring you the latest news, insights, and stories from the skies. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer, or just curious about what’s happening in the industry, you’re in the right place. Feel free to share your thoughts and feedback in the comments section. If you prefer to follow along in Chinese, we’ve got you covered—our podcast is available in both English and Chinese. So, without further ado, let’s dive into today’s newsletters. 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2025-12-29/capabilities-confirmed-gogo-launches-5g-network With Capabilities Confirmed, Gogo Launches 5G Network December 29, 2025 Gogo has confirmed that its 5G air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity network is ready to go for North American customers. Confirmation comes after completing more than 30 hours of flight tests across nearly 20 routes to prove that its 5G tower network will deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity to operators flying in North America. During testing, the network provided broadband speeds of more than 80 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, allowing streaming and internet browsing simultaneously. Gogo has onboarded its first paying customer, and a further 450 pre-provisioned aircraft are set to begin service next month. “We talk a lot about milestones, and this is really an exceptional one for Gogo,” according to CEO Chris Moore. “While we have had delays, we are now focused on delivering a brand-new broadband ATG service to our customers that will satisfy data-hungry flyers within North America as they access streaming services on the new ATG service.” Gogo added that 28 supplemental type certificates have been secured for the installation of the 5G system, and another five are anticipated to be completed by the end of this year. This will cover all major aircraft types operating in the Continental U.S., spanning a possible 7,500 aircraft. Available 5G service plans range from $3,500 per month for 25 GB to $8,000 per month for unlimited data (including 50GB of Galileo satcom data). 2.Lufthansa Technik Launches VIP Upgrade Program for ACJ318 Elite Airbus Jet | Aviation International News Lufthansa Technik Launches ACJ318 Elite Upgrade Program December 29, 2025 Lufthansa Technik has introduced a dedicated upgrade program for the ACJ318 Elite Airbus corporate jet, offering a range of cabin and technical enhancements to modernize the smallest members of Airbus’ A320 family. The company’s VIP Center of Excellence in Hamburg will certify and deliver the modifications, which include both cosmetic and system-level refurbishments. The new upgrade options include refreshed veneers, carpets, and upholstery, as well as replacements of the in-flight entertainment architecture. High-definition screens, upgraded speakers, and a modernized cabin management system are available, while connectivity can be enhanced through a low-earth-orbit satcom solution by Airbus Corporate Jets. The LEO ACJ Connect Link system leverages Gogo Galileo’s full duplex terminal to deliver onboard internet performance. ACJ president Chadi Saade said the partnership ensures customers benefit from “the most advanced connectivity options,” while Lufthansa Technik vice president Fabian Nagel pointed to a need to address both technological obsolescence and wear accumulated over more than a decade of service. Originally outfitted by Lufthansa Technik between 2007 and 2015, the ACJ318 Elite features an airliner-width fuselage with separate dining, lounge, and office zones, along with a private bath and bedroom. Although the 19-passenger layout was largely standardized, the manufacturer noted that expectations for materials, interior styling, and onboard connectivity have evolved significantly. 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-01-01/faas-bvlos-overhaul-approaches-finish-line FAA’s BVLOS Overhaul Approaches Finish Line January 2, 2026 With the FAA now deep into its review of public comments on a long-anticipated proposal to allow routine beyond-visual-line-of-sight, or BVLOS, drone operations, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for the U.S. drone industry—and potentially for aviation more broadly. The new rulemaking, which could be finalized as early as the end of the first quarter of 2026, is designed to enable scaled, routine drone operations without the need for individual waivers or exemptions. If approved, it would represent the most consequential shift in U.S. drone policy since 2016, when the FAA introduced Part 107, the first comprehensive framework for commercial small UAS operations. That rule allowed only daylight flights within visual line of sight, with BVLOS operations handled on a case-by-case basis. Under the FAA’s proposed rules, operators would be able to conduct routine BVLOS flights below 400 feet, using drones weighing up to 1,320 pounds, without seeking special approvals. The proposal would replace today’s waiver-based system with a unified, risk-based regulatory framework, developed in coordination with the Transportation Security Administration. It is intended to support applications ranging from package delivery and agriculture to aerial surveying, public-interest operations, training, and flight testing. To do this, the FAA proposes creating two new regulatory sections: Part 108, covering operational requirements for uncrewed aircraft, and Part 146, establishing certification pathways for third-party services such as automated data providers and uncrewed traffic management systems. The rule has drawn more than 3,000 public comments from across the aviation ecosystem, underscoring just how central BVLOS capability is to the future of drone and low-altitude operations in the United States. 4.http://www.caac.gov.cn/English/News/202512/t20251224_229562.html CAAC Releases Two Mandatory National Standards for UAV December 24,2025 Recently, the "Requirements for Real-Name Registration and Activation of Civil Unmanned Aircraft" and the "Specifications for the Identification of Civil Unmanned Aircraft System Operations," prepared under the organization of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), have been approved and released by the State Administration for Market Regulation (Standardization Administration of China). These two mandatory national standards will officially take effect on May 1, 2026, promoting a safer, healthier, and more orderly development of the industry. In recent years, alongside the rapid development of China's low-altitude economy-related industries, the civil unmanned aircraft industry has grown swiftly, playing an increasingly important role in driving economic restructuring and transformation and promoting economic and social development. According to the "2024 Statistical Bulletin on Civil Aviation Industry Development" released by CAAC, in 2024, nearly 20,000 entities had obtained UAV operation certificates, the number of registered UAV exceeded 2 million, and the cumulative annual flight hours within the statistical scope surpassed 26 million hours, with a maximum of 26,000 UAVs simultaneously in the air. To further enhance the safety of unmanned aircraft operations, CAAC took the lead in formulating the "Requirements for Real-Name Registration and Activation of Civil Unmanned Aircraft" and the "Specifications for the Identification of Civil Unmanned Aircraft System Operations" to ensure the lawful and compliant operation of civil unmanned aircraft. These standards implement the requirements stipulated in national laws and regulations for UAVs to actively transmit identification information, to enable reliable monitoring of their operations. The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Priscilla. Sound Edited by Luna. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.
Gogo 5G ATG 网络完成验证并投入商用本节目由《飞行故事汇》团队制作播出。飞行汇报,给你每周航空新闻和资讯,低空经济势头正盛的今天,由我们给你带来每周值得关注的航空动态。飞行汇报,有中文和英文两个版本。期待你的收听感受。我是Priscilla,以下是正片。 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2025-12-29/capabilities-confirmed-gogo-launches-5g-network Gogo 5G ATG 网络完成验证并投入商用 2025年12月29日 Gogo已确认其5G空地通信(ATG)连接网络已准备就绪,可正式为北美客户提供服务。该确认是在完成30多小时飞行测试、覆盖近20条航线之后发布的,测试结果验证 Gogo的5G地面基站网络能够为在北美飞行的运营商提供高速、低时延的空中连接。 在测试过程中,该网络实现了超过80 Mbps的下载速度和20 Mbps以上的上传速度,可同时支持流媒体播放和网页浏览。Gogo已成功接入首位付费客户,另有450架已预配置的飞机计划于下个月开始投入服务。 Gogo首席执行官Chris Moore表示:“我们经常谈论里程碑,而这一次对 Gogo 来说确实是一个非同寻常的重要节点。尽管项目曾经历延误,但现在我们的重心已经完全放在为客户交付全新的宽带 ATG 服务上,以满足北美地区对数据需求日益增长的飞行用户在使用流媒体服务时的体验需求。” Gogo还表示,目前已获得28项补充型号合格认证(STC),用于在不同机型上安装其5G系统,另有5项STC预计将在今年年底前完成。这将覆盖美国本土(Contiguous U.S.)运营的所有主要飞机类型,潜在适用机队规模可达7,500架飞机。 在资费方面,Gogo提供的5G服务套餐价格从每月 3,500 美元(25GB数据)到每月 8,000 美元(不限流量)不等,其中不限流量套餐还包含 50GB 的Galileo卫星通信数据。 2.Lufthansa Technik Launches VIP Upgrade Program for ACJ318 Elite Airbus Jet | Aviation International News 汉莎技术推出 ACJ318 Elite 公务机专项升级方案 2025年12月29日 汉莎技术(Lufthansa Technik)近日为ACJ318 Elite空客公务机推出了一项专门的升级改造计划,为空客A320家族中体量最小的公务机机型提供一系列客舱与技术层面的现代化升级。相关改装将由汉莎技术位于汉堡的VIP卓越中心(VIP Center of Excellence)负责认证并交付,升级内容涵盖外观翻新以及系统级改造。 新的升级选项包括木饰面、地毯和内饰面料的更新,以及机上娱乐系统架构的全面更换。客户可选配高清显示屏、升级版扬声器和现代化客舱管理系统。在连接能力方面,飞机还可通过空客公务机(ACJ)提供的低轨道卫星通信解决方案进行升级。该 LEO ACJ Connect Link系统采用Gogo Galileo的全双工终端,以提供更高性能的机上互联网服务。 空客公务机总裁Chadi Saade表示,此次合作将确保客户能够使用“最先进的连接解决方案”。汉莎技术副总裁Fabian Nagel则指出,许多ACJ318 Elite已服役超过十年,亟需同时解决技术老化问题以及长期使用带来的磨损。 ACJ318 Elite最初由汉莎技术在2007年至2015年期间完成内装交付,机身采用与民航客机相同宽度的机身结构,内部设有独立的餐饮区、会客区和办公区,并配备私人浴室和卧室。尽管该机型采用了相对标准化的19座布局,但制造商指出,近年来客户在材料选择、内饰风格以及机上连接体验方面的期望已发生显著变化。 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-01-01/faas-bvlos-overhaul-approaches-finish-line FAA BVLOS 监管改革进入收官阶段 2026年1月2日 随着FAA集中审查关于常态化超视距飞行(BVLOS)的新规公众意见,2026年有望成为美国无人机产业、乃至整个航空业的一个关键节点。 这项备受期待的规则制定,最早可能在2026年第一季度末敲定,目标是让无人机能够在无需逐案申请豁免的情况下,开展规模化、常态化运行。 如果最终获批,这将成为2016年以来美国无人机监管体系中最具影响力的一次变革。2016年,FAA推出了著名的Part 107规则,首次为重量不超过55磅的小型商用无人机建立运行框架,但只允许在目视范围内白天飞行,BVLOS 只能通过个别豁免实现。 按照 FAA 的最新提案,运营方将可在400英尺以下空域,使用重量不超过1,320磅的无人机开展常态化 BVLOS 飞行,而不再需要单独申请豁免或例外许可。 这项新规将以统一的、基于风险的监管体系,取代当前繁琐的豁免审批机制,并由FAA与美国运输安全管理局共同制定。其适用场景涵盖包裹投递、农业作业、航测、公共服务、运营培训以及飞行测试等多个领域。 为配套实施,FAA计划新增两项法规章节:Part 108,用于规范无人机运行要求;以及 Part 146,用于建立第三方服务的认证体系,包括自动化数据服务商和无人机空中交通管理服务。 这项提案在公众征求意见阶段共收到超过3,000条来自整个航空产业链的制造商、运营商和行业协会的反馈,凸显了BVLOS能力在美国无人机和低空经济未来发展中的核心地位。 4.http://www.caac.gov.cn/English/News/202512/t20251224_229562.html 民航局发布两项无人机强制性国家标准 2025年12月24日 日前,由中国民用航空局组织编写的《民用无人驾驶航空器实名登记和激活要求》《民用无人驾驶航空器系统运行识别规范》,经市场监管总局(国家标准委)批准发布。这两项强制性国家标准将于2026年5月1日起正式实施,促进产业更加安全、健康、有序地发展。 近年来,伴随我国低空经济相关产业迅速发展,民用无人驾驶航空(简称“无人机”)产业发展迅速,在推动经济结构转型升级和促进经济社会发展方面发挥着日益重要的作用。据民航局发布的《2024年民航行业发展统计公报》,2024年,取得无人机运行合格证的单位已有近2万家,注册无人机数量超过200万架,全年累计飞行小时在统计范围内已超过2600万小时,同时在空最大数量已达2.6万架。为进一步提升无人驾驶航空器运行的安全水平,民航局牵头制定《民用无人驾驶航空器实名登记和激活要求》和《民用无人驾驶航空器系统运行识别规范》,从源头确保民用无人驾驶航空器合法合规运行,落实国家相关法律法规对无人驾驶航空器主动报送识别信息,实现其可靠被监视的要求。 《民用无人驾驶航空器实名登记和激活要求》适用于中国境内从事飞行或相关活动的民用无人驾驶航空器的实名登记和激活管理,规定了民用无人驾驶航空器系统、生产者系统、实名登记系统在处理“登记”和“激活”等不同状态之间的关系、流程和技术要求以及测试方法,并对各系统之间的数据交互作出了统一的要求。该标准的发布实施,将规范制造人对其信息系统在实名登记激活功能方面的改造,指导民用无人驾驶航空器所有者更加便捷地完成实名登记,有利于提升国家法律法规的执行力度、保障公共安全、推动产业技术进步和国际合作等。 《民用无人驾驶航空器系统运行识别规范》规定了民用无人驾驶航空器系统应在运行全过程主动报送自身身份、位置、速度、状态等运行识别信息,从运行识别发送、通信链路传输与接收等三个方面提出详细技术要求,为民用无人驾驶航空器系统、运行识别专用接收与处理系统和运行识别信息传输设备的设计、生产、制造、检测、检验、审定和运行提供了统一技术标准。发送段规定了无人驾驶航空器系统运行识别信息的发送功能、传输内容、传输协议、更新间隔等;通信链路段规定了通信链路的传输能力、可靠性、稳定性等;接收段规定了接收与处理系统的接收能力、处理容量、运行功能等。该标准的发布实施,将为无人驾驶航空器的飞行动态监控和运行监管提供支撑,进一步提升无人驾驶航空器运行的安全水平,对强化无人驾驶航空器的飞行服务保障能力、维护飞行安全和公共安全、促进低空产业安全有序发展具有重要作用。 本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Priscilla,剪辑Luna。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时,期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。
Wisk’s G6 Air Taxi Makes First FlightWelcome to Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the latest updates in the world of aviation. I’m Claire. This podcast is brought to you by the dedicated team at Starrime. We’re excited to bring you the latest news, insights, and stories from the skies. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer, or just curious about what’s happening in the industry, you’re in the right place. Feel free to share your thoughts and feedback in the comments section. If you prefer to follow along in Chinese, we’ve got you covered—our podcast is available in both English and Chinese. So, without further ado, let’s dive into today’s newsletters. 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2025-12-16/wisks-gen-6-autonomous-air-taxi-makes-first-flight Wisk’s Gen 6 Autonomous Air Taxi Makes First Flight December 16, 2025 Wisk Aero has successfully flown the first full-scale prototype of its autonomous four-passenger eVTOL air taxi, the Boeing-backed aircraft developer announced late Tuesday afternoon. According to Wisk, the Generation 6 aircraft took off, hovered, and performed some flight stabilization maneuvers during its inaugural flight, which took place at the company’s flight test facility in Hollister, California. The flight marks the beginning of what the company said will be a “rigorous” flight-test program that will validate the aircraft’s design, simulation models, and performance. Initial tests will focus on “takeoffs, landings, and low-speed stability before expanding to higher speeds and altitudes, including complex maneuvers such as longitudinal transition, lateral transition, and pedal turns,” according to Wisk. “This first flight is the moment our team has been working toward, and it is a powerful demonstration of the work, expertise, and commitment that have gone into the Gen 6 program,” said Wisk CEO Sebastien Vigneron. “Seeing Gen 6 take flight is an exciting moment for Wisk and the future of aviation. It reaffirms our belief in autonomy, and we are even more energized to continue the journey to bring safe, everyday flight to everyone.” Unveiled in 2022, the Gen 6 eVTOL is the culmination of more than 1,750 flight test hours on Wisk”s subscale technology demonstrators. The all-electric aircraft is designed to carry four passengers on short trips of up to 90 miles, flying at a cruise speed of up to 120 knots at altitudes between 2,500 feet and 4,000 feet. “The team at Wisk has built advanced technologies across flight controls, sensing, navigation, mission management, electric power, systems integration, and many others for a product that is designed to meet a rigorous safety case for a focused concept of operations,” noted Brian Yutko, Wisk chairman and vice president of product development at Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “The engineering methods and technologies are all a valuable source of insight for Boeing as we work together and thoughtfully apply them to the future of flight.” Wisk intends to become the first company to certify a fully autonomous and pilotless eVTOL for commercial air-taxi services in the U.S. and has already begun the FAA certification process, but the company has not committed to any specific timeframe for service entry. It aims to launch air-taxi services in Houston, Los Angeles, and Miami in partnership with local operators and the Signature Aviation FBO group. 2.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2025-12-16/smartflyer-targets-2026-first-flight-sf-1-electric-aircraft Smartflyer Targets 2026 First Flight for SF-1 Electric Aircraft December 16, 2025 Smartflyer is aiming to achieve the first flight with its SF-1 light aircraft in the late summer of 2026. The Swiss start-up displayed the four-seater at the Aero Asia show held in Zhuhai in late November, emphasizing flight training, which it sees as the likely first application. The company is developing the SF-1 as the first member of a family for aircraft available with three different propulsion systems. The intial pure-electric version will have a two-hour endurance, while a hybrid-electric variant could extend range up to 430 nm and a hydrogen fuel cell alternative could support up to five hours of flight. The SF-1 prototype features a distinctive rear-mounted propeller on the vertical tail in a tractor configuration. The all-electric version is powered by a Emrax 348 electric motor delivering 160 kilowatts for takeoff and 120 kilowatts for continuous flight. The batteries housed in the wing are permanently installed, while the modular nose housing the energy source is swappable. Speaking to AIN during the show in China, Smartflyer CEO and head of design Rolf Stuber said the SF-1 prototype is now in an intensive system test phase as the program prepares for upcoming ground and flight tests. "Individual components—including the range extender and battery management system—are being validated, while battery integration is planned for March 2026, subject to delivery timelines,” he explained “Following ground tests and the permit-to-fly process, first flight is targeted for late summer 2026." To support the next development phase, Smartflyer is currently trying to raise approximately $3.72 million in new capital. Of this, about $1.49 million has already been secured, while the remaining $2.23 million is intended to fund further prototype refinements and preparation of the type certification application. The company plans to submit the application in mid-2027 and estimates the total cost of achieving EASA CS-23 certification at around $37.21 million. 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2025-12-11/evio-launches-hybrid-electric-regional-airliner Boeing-backed Evio Launches Hybrid-electric Regional Airliner December 16, 2025 Boeing-backed start-up Evio emerged from stealth today with the unveiling of its planned hybrid-electric regional airplane, the Evio 810, a clean-sheet design that the company aims to bring to market in the early 2030s. Evio, which was founded in 2019 and has operations in the U.S. and Canada, claims to have secured pre-orders for 450 Evio 810 aircraft so far. According to the company, two unspecified “major” airlines signed conditional purchase agreements in 2023 for a combined total of 250 Evio 810s, with options for another 200 units. In addition to the 76-seat passenger airliner, the company intends to offer the Evio 810 for cargo and defense applications. While Boeing has provided an undisclosed sum of funding and technical support for the program, turboprop engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney Canada is working with Evio to develop the aircraft’s hybrid-electric propulsion system. “We will leverage the proven performance and unmatched reliability of the PT6E engine, as well as our decades of experience in propulsion technology innovation and systems integration, to unlock new possibilities for aircraft fuel efficiency and mission versatility,” Scott McElvaine, v-p of sales and marketing for Pratt & Whitney Canada, said of the Evio collaboration. Evio has not yet revealed a targeted range or other specifications for the Evio 810, but the company says the aircraft will be optimized for fully electric operations on short-haul flights. Digital renderings show a four-engine turboprop with a T-shaped tail. “From day one, our focus has been on increasing profitability for regional operators and providing an exceptional passenger experience,” said Evio CEO Michael Derman. “We’ve recognized early on that a strong-hybrid architecture can provide unmatched efficiencies for airlines, helping them sustain vibrant regional networks in a cost-effective, responsible way.” While a handful of other aircraft manufacturers have also announced plans to introduce clean-sheet, hybrid-electric regional airliners, the Evio 810 would be among the largest in its class. Most are targeting the 19- to 30-seat range. Maeve, a Dutch company developing an 80-seat hybrid-electric regional airliner called M80, is also collaborating with Pratt & Whitney Canada on its propulsion system. 4.https://www.cannews.com.cn/dikongjingji/2025/12-16/jk3b20xD.html Greater Bay Area Low-Altitude Aviation Meteorological Test Base Launched in Shenzhen December 16, 2025 China has officially inaugurated its first field science test base dedicated to meteorological support for the low-altitude economy, marking a significant step forward in building the foundational infrastructure required for the safe development of emerging low-altitude aviation activities. The Low-Altitude Economy Unmanned Aviation Meteorological Support Field Science Test Base for the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, established jointly by the Shenzhen Meteorological Bureau and the Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences, was formally unveiled in Shenzhen in recent days. An associated academic committee was also launched at the same time. The new base represents a major milestone in China’s efforts to systematically develop specialized meteorological observation, forecasting, early warning, and service technologies tailored to the needs of the low-altitude economy. It is expected to provide critical scientific and safety support for Shenzhen’s ambition to become China’s “leading city for the low-altitude economy” and a globally recognized “city in the sky.” Positioned to serve the broader Greater Bay Area, the facility will focus on addressing the core meteorological challenges associated with low-altitude operations. It aims to function as a pilot zone for high-precision monitoring, a testing ground for advanced forecasting techniques, a demonstration hub for specialized meteorological services, and an open platform for regional and international collaboration. Through large-scale joint observation campaigns, shared scientific resources, and collaborative research on key enabling technologies, the base seeks to optimize resource allocation, standardize operational management, and improve service efficiency. Ultimately, it is expected to generate high-level research outcomes, cultivate skilled scientific talent, and inject sustained meteorological support into the safe and long-term development of China’s low-altitude economy. 5.https://gama.aero/news-and-events/press-releases/gama-releases-third-quarter-2025-aircraft-shipment-and-billing-report/ GAMA Releases Third Quarter 2025 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) published the third quarter 2025 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report. The results for the first nine months of 2025, when compared to the same period in 2024, show increased shipments in the business jets sector and an increase in the overall value of aircraft shipments. Aircraft shipments through the third quarter of 2025, when compared to the same period in 2024, saw piston airplanes increase by five units to 1,238, turboprops decrease 6.0% with 409 units, and business jets increase 10.6% with 554 units. The value of airplane deliveries through the third quarter of 2025 was $19.4 billion, an increase of 13.2%. Helicopter shipments through the third quarter of 2025, when compared to the same period in 2024, saw piston helicopters decrease by six units to 149, and turbine helicopters decrease by 3.1% to 463. The value of civil-commercial helicopter deliveries was $3.1 billion. The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Priscilla. Sound Edited by Luna. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.
Wisk 第六代全自动驾驶空中出租车完成首次飞行本节目由《飞行故事汇》团队制作播出。飞行汇报,给你每周航空新闻和资讯,低空经济势头正盛的今天,由我们给你带来每周值得关注的航空动态。飞行汇报,有中文和英文两个版本。期待你的收听感受。我是Priscilla,以下是正片。 1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2025-12-16/wisks-gen-6-autonomous-air-taxi-makes-first-flight Wisk 第六代全自动驾驶空中出租车完成首次飞行 2025年12月16日 Wisk Aero 于本周二下午晚些时候宣布,已成功完成其全尺寸、四座、全自动驾驶 eVTOL 空中出租车原型机的首次飞行。这家由波音支持的飞机开发商表示,第六代(Generation 6,简称 Gen 6)飞机在位于美国加州霍利斯特(Hollister)的公司飞行测试基地完成了首飞,期间实现了起飞、悬停以及部分飞行稳定性机动。 此次飞行标志着该机型进入 Wisk 所称的一个“严格的”飞行测试阶段,该阶段将用于验证飞机的设计、仿真模型以及整体性能。根据 Wisk 的介绍,初期测试将重点放在起飞、着陆和低速稳定性,随后逐步扩展至更高速度和更高高度的测试,包括纵向转换、横向转换以及踏板转弯等复杂机动。 Wisk 首席执行官 Sébastien Vigneron 表示:“这次首飞是我们团队长期努力的目标,也是对 Gen 6 项目所投入的工作、专业能力和承诺的有力展示。看到 Gen 6 成功飞行,对 Wisk 以及航空业的未来来说都是一个令人振奋的时刻。这进一步坚定了我们对自主飞行的信念,也让我们更加有动力继续推进,为所有人带来安全、日常化的飞行体验。” Gen 6 eVTOL于2022年首次公开发布,其研发基础来自Wisk早期缩比技术验证机累计超过1,750小时的飞行测试经验。这款全电动飞机设计用于执行最长约 90 英里的短途飞行任务,可搭载 4 名乘客,巡航速度最高约 120 节,飞行高度介于 2,500 英尺至 4,000 英尺之间。 波音商用飞机产品开发副总裁、Wisk 董事长 Brian Yutko 表示:“Wisk 团队在飞控、感知、导航、任务管理、电力系统、系统集成等多个领域开发了先进技术,目标是打造一款能够满足严格安全论证要求、并适用于特定运行场景的产品。这些工程方法和技术对波音而言都是极具价值的经验,我们将与 Wisk 合作,审慎地将其应用于未来航空的发展。” Wisk 的目标是成为首家在美国获得商业认证的、完全无人驾驶且无飞行员的 eVTOL 空中出租车公司。目前,公司已启动与美国联邦航空管理局(FAA)的认证流程,但尚未公布具体的投入运营时间表。Wisk 计划率先在 休斯敦、洛杉矶和迈阿密推出空中出租车服务,并将与当地运营方及 Signature Aviation FBO 集团合作推进商业落地。 2.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2025-12-16/smartflyer-targets-2026-first-flight-sf-1-electric-aircraft Smartflyer目标于2026年实现SF-1电动飞机首飞 2025年12月16日 Smartflyer 计划在 2026 年夏末实现其 SF-1 轻型飞机的首次飞行。这家瑞士初创公司在 11 月下旬于珠海举行的 Aero Asia 航展上展示了这款四座飞机,并重点强调了飞行训练这一应用场景,认为这将是该机型最有可能率先落地的用途。 Smartflyer 正在将 SF-1 打造成一个飞机家族的首个成员,未来将提供 三种不同推进系统的版本。最初的纯电动版本续航时间约为 2 小时;混合电动版本的航程可扩展至 430 海里;而氢燃料电池版本则有望支持 最长 5 小时的飞行。 SF-1 原型机采用了颇具特色的设计:推进式布局的螺旋桨安装在垂直尾翼后部。纯电动版本由一台 Emrax 348 电动机提供动力,起飞功率 160 千瓦,持续功率 120 千瓦。电池安装在机翼内并为永久固定,而机鼻处用于容纳能源系统的模块化舱段则可更换。 在中国航展期间接受《AIN》采访时,Smartflyer 首席执行官兼首席设计师 Rolf Stuber 表示,SF-1 原型机目前正处于密集的系统测试阶段,为即将到来的地面与飞行测试做准备。他解释称:“包括增程器和电池管理系统在内的各个独立部件正在进行验证,电池集成计划于 2026 年 3 月进行,具体时间取决于交付进度。在完成地面测试并获得试飞许可后,首飞目标仍定在 2026 年夏末。” 为支持下一阶段的研发工作,Smartflyer 目前正计划筹集约 372 万美元的新资金。其中,约 149 万美元已落实,其余 223 万美元将用于进一步完善原型机以及准备型号认证申请。公司计划在 2027 年年中提交认证申请,并预计完成 EASA CS-23 认证的总成本约为 3721 万美元。 3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2025-12-11/evio-launches-hybrid-electric-regional-airliner Evio 携混合电动区域客机正式登场 2025年12月16日 由波音支持的初创公司 Evio 今日结束隐秘研发状态,正式发布其规划中的混合电动区域飞机 Evio 810。这是一款从零开始设计(clean-sheet)的新机型,公司计划在 2030 年代初将其推向市场。 Evio 成立于 2019 年,在美国和加拿大均设有业务。公司表示,目前已获得 450 架 Evio 810 的预订单。据称,两家未具名的“主要”航空公司于 2023 年签署了有条件采购协议,合计订购 250 架,并附带 200 架的选购权。 除 76 座客运版本外,Evio 还计划将 Evio 810 推向货运和国防应用。在该项目中,波音提供了金额未披露的资金支持和技术协助;同时,普惠加拿大(Pratt & Whitney Canada)正与 Evio 合作开发该飞机的混合电动推进系统。 普惠加拿大销售与市场副总裁 Scott McElvaine 表示:“我们将利用 PT6E 发动机久经验证的性能和无与伦比的可靠性,以及我们在推进技术创新和系统集成方面数十年的经验,为提升飞机燃油效率和任务灵活性开启新的可能。” Evio 尚未公布 Evio 810 的目标航程或其他具体技术参数,但公司表示,该机型将针对短途航线的纯电运行进行优化。数字渲染图显示,这是一款采用 四发涡桨布局、T 形尾翼 的飞机。 Evio 首席执行官 Michael Derman 表示:“从第一天起,我们的重点就是提升区域航空运营商的盈利能力,并为乘客提供卓越的出行体验。我们很早就意识到,强混合动力架构能够为航空公司带来无可比拟的效率,帮助它们以更具成本效益、更加负责任的方式维持充满活力的区域航线网络。” 尽管已有少数飞机制造商宣布计划推出全新设计的混合电动区域客机,但 Evio 810 将成为同级别中体量最大的机型之一。目前,大多数同类项目的目标座级集中在 19 至 30 座。此外,正在研发 80 座混合电动区域客机 M80 的荷兰公司 Maeve,同样在推进系统方面与 普惠加拿大(Pratt & Whitney Canada) 展开合作。 4.https://www.cannews.com.cn/dikongjingji/2025/12-16/jk3b20xD.html 大湾区低空经济无人航空气象保障野外科学试验基地在深圳成立 2025年12月16日 近日,“中国气象局粤港澳大湾区低空经济无人航空气象保障野外科学试验基地”在深圳正式揭牌,与之相关的学术委员会也同期成立,该基地是我国首个低空经济气象保障野外科学试验基地,由深圳市气象局联合中国气象科学研究院共同设立。 这一举措标志着我国在系统性构建面向低空经济新业态的专业化气象观测、预报、预警和服务技术方面,迈出了关键一步,将为深圳打造“低空经济第一城”和全球“天空之城”提供坚实的科技与安全支撑。 立足粤港澳大湾区,瞄准低空经济对气象保障的核心需求,基地将致力于成为低空经济气象保障的精密监测先行区、精准预报攻坚区、特色服务示范区、开放合作枢纽区。 通过开展大型联合观测试验、共享科技资源、共同攻关核心技术,旨在建设成为资源配置优化、运行管理规范、共享服务高效的低空气象重要科研基地,最终产出高水平科研成果,培养优秀科技人才,为我国低空经济长远、安全发展注入强大气象动能。 5.https://gama.aero/news-and-events/press-releases/gama-releases-third-quarter-2025-aircraft-shipment-and-billing-report/ GAMA 发布 2025 年第三季度飞机交付与销售额报告 华盛顿特区——通用航空制造商协会(GAMA)今日发布了 2025 年第三季度通用航空飞机交付与销售额报告。报告显示,与 2024 年同期相比,2025 年前九个月商务机交付量实现增长,飞机交付的整体价值也有所提升。 数据显示,截至 2025 年第三季度,与 2024 年同期相比,活塞式飞机交付量增加 5 架,达到 1,238 架;涡桨飞机交付量下降 6.0%,至 409 架;商务机交付量增长 10.6%,达到 554 架。同期,飞机交付总价值达到 194 亿美元,同比增长 13.2%。 在直升机方面,截至 2025 年第三季度,与 2024 年同期相比,活塞直升机交付量减少 6 架,降至 149 架;涡轮直升机交付量下降 3.1%,至 463 架。同期,民用与商用直升机交付总价值为 31 亿美元。 本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Priscilla,剪辑Luna。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时,期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。