Cork, a 5,000-year-old material, is emerging as a critical enabler for advanced air mobility. From NASA spacecraft to BMW EVs and the future of eVTOLs, this podcast episode reveals cork’s extraordinary performance, sustainability, and growing role in the world’s most innovative transportation solutions.
Sustainable aviation fuel offers a near-term solution to decarbonize aviation by replacing fossil jet fuel with renewable alternatives. Technologies like hydroprocessed esters and fatty acids and alcohol-to-jet are scaling up, supported by industry leaders and government policies aimed at net-zero emissions.
The AAM Master Class Rome 2025 launches this September at Rome Fiumicino Airport, offering a comprehensive training experience on electric vertical takeoff and landing, infrastructure, energy systems, and regulations. Designed for airport officials and aviation professionals, this 2.5-day master class provides practical insights, networking opportunities, and CPD certification.
EASA’s new proposal sets noise certification standards tailored for VTOL aircraft, addressing unique operational noise and aiding urban air mobility acceptance. Public feedback is accepted through late 2025.
The FAA urgently needs increased funding to modernize its aging air traffic control systems. With only a fraction of the required budget approved, the agency faces delays that could hinder the safe integration of advanced air mobility technologies like eVTOLs. Industry experts and lawmakers call for swift action to ensure a seamless transition to next-generation airspace management.
While ElectricAirMobility.news began with a focus on advanced air mobility, the electric revolution extends across air, sea, and land. The Port of Los Angeles recently announced a landmark $160 million contract to deploy hybrid-electric tugboats, underscoring electrification’s expanding footprint. This milestone reflects the growing convergence of electric mobility modes, collectively shaping a cleaner, more efficient transportation future.
Big things are coming! ElectricAirMobility.news is migrating to a new domain and hosting platform to bring you an even better experience. We’ll be back by September 16–17 with expanded coverage—including electric maritime, railroads, and more. Stay tuned!
In part two of his conversation on reinventing airports, Clint Harper explores how aviation infrastructure can transform into multi-modal mobility hubs. By linking air taxis with rail, buses, and micromobility, airports can serve as true connectors in sustainable transport networks.
In advanced air mobility, communication and marketing are not the same — and the order matters. Electric Air Mobility, LLC explains why starting with a clear, authentic story builds trust and makes marketing work harder, and how our AAM Masterclass helps airport executives prepare for the future of flight.
On August 12, 2025, SolarStratos made history as pilot Raphaël Domjan soared to 9,521 meters using only solar energy. This landmark flight demonstrates the potential of electric and solar-powered aviation to reach airliner altitudes, pushing the boundaries of clean, silent, and sustainable air mobility. The milestone underscores a promising future for decarbonized flight inspired by renewable energy innovation.
In this episode of The Ways We Move podcast, Clint Harper, a military airport manager and urban planner, explores how airports can embrace advanced air mobility and evolve into multi-modal hubs. Learn how resilient infrastructure, community engagement, and smart economics can help airports lead the way in supporting electric aviation and regional connectivity.
Destinus’s acquisition of AI avionics specialist Daedalean strengthens its position in autonomous flight with enhanced AI capabilities for defense and civil UAVs.
On The Ways We Move podcast, guest Rex Alexander talks about how advanced air mobility (AAM) infrastructure is changing how we see and conceptualize urban air mobility (UAM) and regional air travel, challenges, regulatory updates. Most importantly, a strong, safe, and robust infrastructure will allow for a cleaner and more efficient future of air travel. Find out more about what the future of air travel looks like from Mr. Infrastructure himself!
Charging an EV battery to 100% regularly can shorten its lifespan. Experts recommend keeping charge levels mostly between 20% to 80% to reduce stress on the battery and maintain better long-term performance.
Joby Aviation’s acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s passenger business marks a major step in expanding urban air mobility infrastructure. This strategic move brings Joby closer to operational passenger hubs, accelerating the rollout of electric air taxis in key global markets.
The FAA’s MOSAIC modernizes the path for light sport and electric aircraft by removing outdated weight and speed limits and expanding eligible designs. This article explains how the new rule benefits advanced air mobility, supports pilot training, and prepares the industry for a new era of clean, affordable aviation.
There are more solutions than obstacles. Nicolas Zart In this special episode of The Ways We Move, I have the privilege of sitting down with Rex Alexander, ...
From the moment I first connected with SkyDrive, I sensed they were onto something transformative. By forging deep partnerships with Japan’s leading rail operators, SkyDrive is maximizing the efficiency and reach of urban air mobility—creating seamless, short-hop connections that complement the country’s world-class public transit. Their strategy isn’t just smart; it’s a blueprint for how UAM can truly thrive in dense, transit-rich cities.
FlyNow Aviation, co-founded by Yvonne Winter, is transforming urban air mobility with its modular, cost-effective eCopter and a business model focused on making 3D mobility as affordable as a taxi ride. With a pragmatic approach to automation and a focus on real-world impact, FlyNow is poised to bring electric vertical flight to cities worldwide.
Formula E didn’t just launch a new racing series—it sparked a global movement. By proving that electric racing could be thrilling and innovative, Formula E paved the way for a host of new competitions like Extreme E, MotoE, and more, accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable motorsport.
There are more solutions than obstacles. Nicolas Zart As advanced air mobility (AAM) continues to connect cities, airports, and communities with electric an ...
AIRO Group’s remarkable IPO signals a turning point in advanced air mobility, uniting Jaunt Air Mobility’s compound slowed rotor technology and Carter Copter’s decades of gyrocopter innovation to drive the next generation of aerospace solutions.
This week in advanced air mobility: Deutsche Aircraft unveils the D328eco test aircraft, Airbus faces ongoing delivery delays, and the Paris Air Show 2025 spotlights the latest in sustainable aviation and eVTOL innovation.
Georgia Tech’s Prof. Marilyn Smith joins The Ways We Move podcast to explain aviation downwash, its challenges for advanced air mobility, and how research is driving safer, smarter eVTOL and vertiport solutions.
From relaxed U.S. drone regulations to hydrogen-powered aircraft, the aviation industry is undergoing seismic shifts. Here’s what AAM leaders need to know
Leo Flight is pioneering high-efficiency electric jet propulsion for eVTOLs, offering unmatched speed, range, and quiet operation. Their technology could transform urban air mobility, cargo drones, and defense applications. Learn how this U.S.-based innovator is pushing the boundaries of electric flight.
While hydrogen dominates clean aviation discussions, MIT’s breakthrough fuel cell achieves comparable range without infrastructure overhauls. This analysis draws on DOE, EASA, and ICCT data to argue for technology-neutral policies in the race to decarbonize flight.
The IMO’s landmark decisions—the Net-Zero Framework and the North-East Atlantic Emission Control Area (AtlECA)—mark a turning point for global shipping. With stricter emissions rules and financial incentives, can the maritime industry achieve full decarbonization by 2050?
Electra’s EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft has proven its revolutionary “blown lift” wing design in MIT’s wind tunnel, achieving lift coefficients 7X higher than traditional aircraft. This breakthrough paves the way for takeoffs and landings in just 150 feet—unlocking new possibilities for regional mobility and military logistics.
There are more solutions than obstacles. Nicolas Zart Donald Thomas, NASA Astronaut, famously says: “Never leave Earth without cork.” And he makes a point o ...
The aviation industry’s most urgent question: How will airports adapt to Advanced Air Mobility?
Hosted by UrbanV and Aeroporti di Roma, this inaugural AAM MasterClass (Sept 23–25, 2025) is the first program to unite airport leaders, skeptics, and innovators—including Adam Cohen, Kolin Schunck, Clint Harper, Sergio Cecutta, and Rex Alexander—for actionable dialogue on:
Infrastructure: Vertiport integration with existing airports.
Policy: Navigating EASA/FAA regulations.
Economics: Budget frameworks for hesitant airports.
Why attend?
🎯 100-seat limit: Intensive, collaborative learning.
🤝 Bridge divides: Engage with proponents and skeptics alike.
🏛️ Location: Rome Fiumicino’s Innovation Hub—a living AAM lab.
“This isn’t just training—it’s the foundation for aviation’s next decade.” – Nicolas Zart
📣 Reserve your seat → AAMMasterClass.com
Welcome to Episode 6 of The Ways We Move! Host Nicolas Zart sits down with James Bell, Head of Kia North America Communications, for a rare insider’s look at the electric vehicle revolution. From his days as an automotive journalist at Kelley Blue Book to guiding GM through its transformational years and now leading Kia’s communications, James shares hard-won lessons on:
What 18 months with the Kia EV6 taught him about real-world EV efficiency and consumer adoption.
The unspoken challenges of automotive innovation and infrastructure gaps.
Why the future of mobility hinges on storytelling as much as technology.
Tune in for a candid conversation at the intersection of media, policy, and cutting-edge EVs.
Watch or listen to how The Edge Company offers an innovative solution for intrusion detection in both conventional aviation and advanced air mobility (AAM)!
In this episode of The Ways We Move, we explore the future of aviation weather forecasting with Don Berchoff, CEO of TruWeather Solutions. From his roots in Queens to reshaping weather systems for AAM, Don shares why the skies of tomorrow demand better data today.
In the latest episode of The Ways We Move podcast, I sit down with Skyway CEO Cliff Cruz to explore the exciting innovations shaping Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). From vertiport operations to seamless airspace management, Cliff shares insights on how Skyway is connecting air and ground transportation. Don’t miss this conversation about the future of mobility!
It’s been a whirlwind three months since launching The Ways We Move Podcast! In this article, I share why our human-focused approach to mobility innovation sets us apart—from revealing the people behind groundbreaking technologies to exploring how these advancements shape our society. Join me on this journey as we integrate our episodes right here on electricairmobility.news, and get a sneak peek into what’s next.
In this Electric Air Mobility news round up for the end of January 2025, we look into AAM News round up January 2025, Oklo nuclear energy, FCC AAM spectrum rule change, Amprius battery energy density, and Leo Flight Solo eVTOL
Catch up on the second week of January 2025’s Advanced Air Mobility news: updated FAA EB 105A, Lilium, gets a cash injection, Wisk builds its first Generation 6 eVTOL, and Beyond Aero plans to build a hydrogen business jet!
Discover how Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) evolved from the 1950s dream of urban air mobility (UAM) into a transformative solution for efficient, sustainable, and inclusive air transportation, powered by cutting-edge technology and infrastructure.
Catch up on January 2025’s Advanced Air Mobility highlights: Elfly partners with H55 on electric trainers, FAA and EASA strengthen AAM safety standards, Volocopter navigates insolvency, and SkyDrive unveils eVTOL routes in Osaka.
Les petits réacteurs modulaires et les microréacteurs offrent un potentiel de transformation pour les vertiports de mobilité aérienne avancée (AAM), en fournissant des solutions énergétiques durables, évolutives et rentables qui répondent aux exigences croissantes de l’aviation électrifiée.
Small Modular Reactors and Micro-Reactors offer transformative potential for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) vertiports, providing sustainable, scalable, and cost-efficient energy solutions that address the growing demands of electrified aviation.
Welcome to The Ways We Move podcast! Join host Nicolas Zart as he takes you on a journey into the exciting world of mobility, transportation, and innovation. From EVs to AAM, hyperloop to maritime electrification, discover the revolutionary ways we move.
Un aperçu complet de l’état actuel de l’industrie de la mobilité aérienne avancée (AAM), explorant les principaux acteurs, la santé financière, les obstacles à la certification, les innovations technologiques et ce qui nous attend dans cet espace en pleine évolution.
A comprehensive look at the current state of the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry, exploring major players, financial health, certification hurdles, technological innovations, and what lies ahead in this evolving space.
Il y a plus de solutions que d'obstacles, Nicolas Zart Comme le solstice marque la fin d'un cycle et le début d'un nouveau, techniquement notre fin d'année ...
Reflecting on 2024, the Advanced Air Mobility sector experienced pivotal mergers, faced financial challenges, achieved certification milestones, made technological breakthroughs, and advanced infrastructure developments, setting the stage for future advancements.
Le sommet AAM 2024 au Portugal a réuni des leaders mondiaux pour explorer le rôle de la mobilité aérienne avancée dans le développement urbain durable et l’innovation. Le Portugal se positionne comme un banc d’essai et un incubateur international de l’AAM 🚁✨.
The AAM Summit 2024 in Portugal brought together global leaders to explore advanced air mobility’s role in sustainable urban development and innovation. Portugal is positioning itself as an international AAM testbed and incubator 🚁✨
The upcoming AAM Summit in Lisbon will feature a presentation on the global state of AAM and Portugal’s position, along with a panel discussion exploring the economic potential of Advanced Air Mobility for passengers and cargo.
Electra has unveiled its production-ready EL9, a nine-passenger hybrid-electric aircraft with ultra-short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) capabilities. Set to enter the market in 2029, the EL9 promises to transform regional air travel with its innovative technology and versatile operating capabilities.
The eVTOL Show USA set a new standard for AAM events, delivering 12 hours of high-impact presentations and fostering meaningful connections among industry leaders
The FAA has released groundbreaking SFAR guidelines for eVTOL aircraft, addressing critical operational and pilot training standards. Learn how these regulations are shaping the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry and preparing the U.S. airspace for the future of powered-lift travel.
Get ready for another incredible Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) event next Thursday in Palo Alto! Join us as we explore groundbreaking developments and network with industry experts.
The advanced air mobility industry is rethinking its business model. This article highlights the need for a holistic approach that values people, planet, and profit. By learning from history and embracing innovative strategies, AAM can create a sustainable future.
It has been three weeks since MOVE America in Austin, Texas, and the discussions surrounding electric mobility and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) continue to thrive. This year marks my 20th anniversary in the electric mobility sector, and the event highlighted the industry’s remarkable growth and innovation.
Découvrez les quatre piliers d’un vertiport et comment ils changent l’avenir du vol. Découvrez l’équation énergétique, la gestion du trafic aérien, les vertipads et les terminaux qui composent un vertiport.
Last installment of the What is AAM vertiports. Discover the four pillars of a vertiport and how they’re changing the future of flight. Learn about the energy equation, air traffic management, vertipads, and terminals that make up a vertiport.
Les vertiports sont des héliports modernisés conçus pour accueillir des aéronefs à décollage et atterrissage verticaux électriques (eVTOL). Cet article présente les différents types de vertiports, notamment les vertistops, les vertiports et les vertihubs, ainsi que leurs fonctions et leurs opérations.
Vertiports are modernized heliports designed to accommodate electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This article explores the different types of vertiports, including vertistops, vertiports, and vertihubs, and their functions and operations.
La mobilité aérienne avancée (MAA) est un terme générique désignant les nouveaux concepts de transport aérien, notamment les aéronefs électriques et leur intégration dans les réseaux de transport existants.Cette série d’articles vise à démystifier l’AAM, son histoire et son écosystème, y compris l’UAM et la technologie eVTOL.
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is an umbrella term for emerging aerial transportation concepts, including electric aircraft and their integration into existing travel networks. This article series focuses on demystifying AAM, its history, and its ecosystem, including UAM and eVTOL technology.
Come and join Electric Aior Mobility, LLC moderate three exciting panels on advanced air mobility’s potential and future at Move America in Austin, Texas, on the 24th and 25th of September.
Come and join us in Dubai, UAE for the World Hybrid-Electric Expo and hear us speak.
This event has a special summit program and for our readers, a special registration discount.
L’avenir de la mobilité aérienne urbaine repose sur la compréhension du downwash et du outwash pour une infrastructure de vertiport sûre. Cet article met en lumière la science complexe qui sous-tend ces forces aérodynamiques et leur impact sur les opérations d’eVTOL.
The future of urban air mobility relies on understanding downwash and outwash for safe vertiport infrastructure. This article highlights the complex science behind these aerodynamic forces and their impact on eVTOL operations.
In this article, we’ll explore the journey of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), previously known as Urban Air Mobility (UAM), over the past three decades. We’ll highlight the key milestones, the challenges faced, and the exciting future of electric air mobility, including the potential of electric short take-off and landing (eSTOL) aircraft.
Dans cet article, nous allons explorer le parcours de la mobilité aérienne avancée (AAM), anciennement connue sous le nom de mobilité aérienne urbaine (UAM), au cours des trois dernières décennies. Nous mettrons en lumière les principales étapes, les défis à relever et l’avenir passionnant de la mobilité aérienne électrique, notamment le potentiel des avions électriques à décollage et atterrissage courts (eSTOL).
The electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) industry is abuzz with developments. From aircraft orders to real-world tests, the path towards urban air mobility is taking shape. This news recap highlights groundbreaking orders, infrastructure progress, and the race among startups to take off first.
Il y a plus de solutions que d'obstacles, Nicolas Zart Révéler les changements dans le transport aérien L'avenir de la mobilité aérienne avancée (AAM) es ...
The race to realize advanced air mobility is heating up, but cutting through the hype reveals a surprising front-runner—eSTOL aircraft. Discover how their efficient energy use and shallow FATOs are poised to revolutionize the future of aerial transportation.
Watch Raphaël Domjan and the SolarStratos team fly above the Swiss Alpes as they reach for the stratosphere with their electric solar hydrogen e-plane.
Watch Raphaël Domjan and the SolarStratos team fly above the Swiss Alpes as they reach for the stratosphere with their electric solar hydrogen e-plane.
L’industrie aéronautique, y compris le secteur émergent de la mobilité aérienne innovatrice (AAM), connaît souvent un rythme plus lent pendant les mois d’été. Cette période de calme relatif est propice à la planification stratégique et à la mise en place des fondations, alors que l’industrie se prépare à une saison chargée.
Alors que les journées d’été s’installent, apportant une chaleur étouffante dans diverses parties du monde, il est important de se rappeler que parfois, le calme précède une tempête de progrès. L’industrie aéronautique, connue pour sa nature méthodique et délibérée, connaît souvent un rythme plus lent pendant cette saison. C’est particulièrement vrai pour le secteur émergent de la mobilité aérienne innovatrice (AAM), qui prend le temps d’élaborer des stratégies et de jeter les bases de sa réussite future.
The aviation industry, including the emerging Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector, often experiences a slower pace during the summer months. This period of relative calm allows for strategic planning and the laying of foundations, as the industry gears up for a busy season ahead.
As the dog days of summer settle in, bringing sweltering heat to various parts of the world, it’s important to remember that sometimes, calmness precedes a storm of progress. The aviation industry, known for its methodical and deliberate nature, often experiences a slower pace during this season. This is particularly true for the emerging Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector, which is taking the time to strategize and lay the groundwork for future success.
There are more solutions than obstacles, Nicolas Zart If we've been fairly quiet the past few weeks it's not for lack of wanting to educate and talk about a ...
Volocopter, en collaboration avec le Groupe ADP, la Direction Générale de l’Aviation Civile et la région parisienne, annonce les itinéraires eVTOL prévus pour les Jeux Olympiques de Paris. Paris devient ainsi la première ville à intégrer des services eVTOL dans son système de transport public, offrant des vols au grand public. Les plans comprennent trois routes stratégiques et des vertiports situés à Austerlitz, à l’héliport de Paris et à Saint-Cyr-l’École.
Volocopter, in collaboration with Groupe ADP, the French Civil Aviation Authority, and the Paris region, announces its intended eVTOL routes for the Paris Olympic Games. This makes Paris the first city to integrate eVTOL services into its public transportation system, offering flights to the general public. The plans include three strategic routes and vertiports located in Austerlitz, the Paris Heliport, and Saint-Cyr-l’École.
La démonstration réussie du recyclage du combustible nucléaire par Oklo Inc. est une étape importante pour la technologie de l’énergie propre et l’avenir prometteur de l’énergie nucléaire.
Oklo, leader de la technologie de l’énergie propre à fission rapide, a fait un pas de géant dans sa mission de révolutionner l’énergie nucléaire. L’annonce récente de l’entreprise souligne une réalisation importante : l’achèvement réussi de sa première démonstration de bout en bout du recyclage avancé du combustible, qui marque un moment décisif pour l’industrie et donne un coup de fouet aux applications à l’échelle commerciale.
Oklo Inc.’s successful demonstration of nuclear fuel recycling is a significant step forward for clean power technology and nuclear energy’s promising future.
Oklo, a leader in fast-fission clean power technology, has taken a giant leap forward in its mission to revolutionize nuclear energy. The company’s recent announcement highlights a significant achievement—the successful completion of its first end-to-end demonstration of advanced fuel recycling, marking a pivotal moment for the industry and a boost for commercial-scale applications.