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2025
2 September

ReleaseChina's civil tonne-class Unmanned Aircraft System secures first overseas orders

2 September

ReleaseDaher commits to a low-carbon future

2 September

ReleaseWindracers scales up UK operations with bigger Hampshire facility

28 August

ReleaseREGENT Defense Squire prototype cleared for testing in Rhode Island

28 August The TriFan 600 will enter developmental flight testing in 2027 as certification work continues.

XTI selects G700 TXi flight deck for TriFan 600

Garmin’s G700 TXi system has been chosen for the TriFan 600 as XTI Aerospace moves closer to certification and advanced its developmental programme milestones.

28 August Regional officials and community leaders joined the inauguration ceremony on August 20, 2025.

Bombardier expands manufacturing with Moorpark California opening

The inauguration of the Moorpark site marked a milestone as Bombardier moved operations from Los Angeles and welcomed regional officials and employees.

27 August

ReleaseL3Harris establishes Center of Excellence for Skyraider II aircraft production

27 August

ReleaseGA-ASI marks another aviation first with YFQ-42A CCA flight testing

27 August

Release1 hour flight, 120 kilometers distance milestone reached

27 August

ReleaseUpLift – ground vibration test for climate-compatible aircraft of the future

26 August

ReleaseEHang deepens partnership with Hefei government to establish VT35 series long-range eVTOL product hub in Hefei

21 August

ReleaseSNC and Red 6 announce strategic partnership to support U.S. Navy's Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS) program

21 August

ReleaseRedefining naval aviation training excellence: SNC unveils Freedom Trainer jet at Tailhook 2025

21 August Cesar Silva, CEO of Akaer, meets and Nico Neumann, CEO of Deutsche Aircraft, at the inauguration of the D328eco forward fuselage assembly line.

Akaer and Deutsche open D328eco fuselage assembly line in Brazil

The D328eco turboprop aircraft has entered its industrialisation phase as Akaer begins producing its forward fuselage at São José dos Campos.

21 August Joby’s piloted air taxi departs from Marina.

Joby completes first piloted eVTOL flight between U.S. airports

The California demonstration between Marina and Monterey validates Joby’s integration into controlled airspace, supporting its path toward FAA certification.

21 August Four test pilots are now regularly flying Midnight.

Archer Midnight covers 55 miles in longest piloted flight to date

The eVTOL aircraft covered its longest distance yet as Archer’s testing progresses towards certification and planned commercial operations in the United States and UAE.

21 August The MQ-72C’s autonomy will be gradually scaled through more flight demonstrations.

Airbus U.S. and Shield AI achieve milestone autonomous helicopter test

Working with Shield AI’s Hivemind software, Airbus U.S. tested mission autonomy on an H145 in preparation for Marine Corps logistics operations.

20 August

ReleaseSHZ Advanced Technologies partners with JetZero for LH2 storage and distribution solutions

18 August

ReleaseAMSL Aero secures $3M Australian Government funding to pioneer liquid hydrogen aviation for remote and regional Australia

14 August The C‑390 fleet recorded a 93% mission capability rate with mission completion above 99%.

Embraer sets Lithuanian partnerships to deepen defence ties

The company's MoUs with eight universities and companies outline MRO, engineering, technology and supply chain work after Lithuania selected the C-390 for its air force.

14 August Initial production of KARGO II will be based at Piasecki’s Heliplex facility in Coatesville, Pennsylvania.

Piasecki launches KARGO II with triple payload capacity for autonomous logistics

The production-ready KARGO II follows earlier KARGO UAV testing and has incorporated larger rotors, an optimised transmission and greater mission flexibility.

14 August The Army will evaluate the Stalker UAS during hands-on flight operations in the coming months.

Edge Autonomy gains Army Stalker UAS contract

In its prototype phase, the Stalker includes sensors, autonomous mobility and modular payloads for surveillance and intelligence in contested environments.

14 August Bentzion Levinson, CEO of Heven and Adam Stolz, CEO of ZFL, at the Bingen facility opening.

Zepher Flight Labs opens hydrogen UAV facility in Bingen

The German facility celebrated its launch with a ribbon-cutting attended by leaders and partners, and is expected to contribute to jobs growth in Klickitat County.

14 August

ReleaseFrom New York to Paris in under four hours - quietly

14 August

ReleaseElroy Air achieves major milestone with transition of Chaparral aircraft from vertical takeoff to wingborne flight

12 August

ReleaseGogo Galileo HDX connectivity option now available on Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3

12 August

ReleaseTCab Tech breaks ground on first eVTOL manufacturing facility

11 August

ReleaseArcher announces second quarter results, highlighting manufacturing ramp of Midnight aircraft ahead of early commercial deployments

11 August

ReleaseNew digital experience underscores Kratos’ mission to rapidly deliver affordable, disruptive defense hardware, software and technologies

8 August

ReleaseAmbitious Air Mobility Group reaffirms its interest in joining Lilium and aims to create jobs in European aerospace

7 August

ReleaseDo228 NXT with modern wing coating - maximum durability and reliable corrosion protection

7 August

ReleaseDZYNE’s ULTRA achieves first flight with turbocharged engine, marking major performance breakthrough

7 August Pathfinder is designed for vertical launch and hypersonic flight using NFA’s Mjölnir rocket propulsion system.

New Frontier and AFIT advance design of hypersonic Pathfinder VTOL

The partnership will enable AFIT to conduct aerodynamic analyses to refine Pathfinder’s flight control, structure and thermal performance.

7 August The Axe is now eligible to be certified under the FAA’s revised Light Sport Aircraft rules.

Skyfly shows Axe VCA as FAA paves path for light eVTOL use

The Axe embarked on a US road trip starting with AirVenture Oshkosh, just as new FAA MOSAIC rules opened up the sport pilot category.

7 August Joby’s first conforming aircraft undergoes paint and final assembly at its manufacturing facility in Marina, California, ahead of FAA flight testing.

Joby enters final assembly phase ahead of flight test milestone

The FAA has accepted more than half of Joby’s test plans as the company moves toward final certification and commercial readiness.

7 August

ReleaseArcher accelerates defense program with two strategic acquisitions as it pursues growing demand

6 August

ReleaseDynamic Aerospace Systems (DAS), aka BrooQLy, Inc., secures $15 million equity investment from Platinum Point Capital LLC to accelerate UAV development and aerospace innovation

6 August

ReleaseVirgin Galactic announces second quarter 2025 financial results and provides business update

5 August

ReleaseDestinus acquires Daedalean to expand artificial intelligence capabilities in flight systems

1 August

ReleaseJoby collaborates with L3Harris to pursue defense applications for autonomous hybrid VTOL aircraft

1 August

ReleaseEmbraer to develop a strong industrial partnership with Lithuania while strengthening its presence across Europe

31 July

ReleaseGovernment funding accelerates Horizon Aircraft hybrid eVTOL development through research collaboration

31 July

ReleaseOtto Aviation selects Secondo Mona for Phantom 3500 fuel system

31 July

ReleaseXTI Aerospace engages IDEO to drive customer-centric innovation across aircraft design and experience

31 July The first prototype will conduct firing campaigns from 2026 while a second will undergo environmental tests.

First H160M Guepard flight is key step for French Armed Forces

Airbus carried out the maiden test flight using a dedicated crew and began preparations for weapon and environmental trials.

31 July Assembly and outfitting of the stabiliser took place at Airbus Getafe.

Airbus completes first horizontal stabiliser for A350F in Spain

Cádiz and Getafe facilities produced and assembled the tail unit ahead of shipment to Toulouse for fuselage integration and testing.

31 July

Piper selects DeltaHawk for diesel-powered Seminole DX

FAA testing is scheduled to begin in late 2025, with global certifications and first customer deliveries expected next year.

30 July

ReleaseAIR secures $23M in Series A funding to accelerate U.S. expansion and deliver multi-domain eVTOLs at scale

30 July

ReleaseXTI completes Federal Aviation Administration flight technical familiarization review

28 July

ReleaseBeechcraft M-346N unveiled as ready-now solution for U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System