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FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup

The Civil Aviation Authority this month published initial findings from a study about the effects on eVTOL aircraft operations of downwash, which is the column of downward-accelerated air generated by rotors or other propulsors.

The company started flying the smaller Maker technology demonstrator two years ago and is now testing the four-passenger model.

Now owned by Inflight Aviation, the complex is on track for Q2 2024 completion

Researchers found SAF usage generates fewer ultrafine particles than regular jet fuel

The helicopter lost twol rotor blades and its flight instruments were compromised

The manufacturer anticipates more than 60 aircraft deliveries in Q4

While there were no injuries, the Hawker 850XP and Citation Mustang suffered substantial damage

Whitaker received wide support from industry and government

Boosting sustainable aviation fuel availability is a key part of the airport's net zero carbon commitment

Preowned Tupolev Tu-204 and Ilyushin Il-96 aircraft are now being sourced as bizjet replacements

The Brazilian start-up expects its high-capacity drone to be used for applications including cargo deliveries and crop spraying from 2026.

The California-based eVTOL developer also announced partnerships with Korean police and a local infrastructure developer.

The plaintiff in a federal securities lawsuit filed against Archer Aviation in September has voluntarily moved to dismiss the case.

GPS spoofing is continuing to show aircraft over Tel Aviv

The helicopter air ambulance provider will continue to operate during restructuring

The German operator has operated Textron's Citation business aircraft for almost two decades

The company plans to hire 25 paid apprentices

The new watch adds a flashlight and ECG capability

Demand is forecasted to remain constant for turboprops and light jets

The privately funded and operated facility will be the third service provider on the field

Senate confirmation could come on Tuesday

California-headquartered supplier to expand site in Staverton, UK

Combining fuel cells and SAF could accelerate decarbonization efforts

Florida's Trauma Star is taking new AW139 helicopters

Airbus will use 3D printing for eVTOL and Racer compound helicopter

The two civilians crewed SpaceX's Inspiration4 mission together.

The most successful tennis players in the world give a wide ranging interview.

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry has awarded SkyDrive 12.4 billion yen ($82.7 million) for the development of its three-seat eVTOL aircraft. 

The partners signed a collaboration agreement during the Seoul ADEX air show in South Korea.