Vertical Flight Society
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The Vertical Flight Society (founded in 1943 as the American Helicopter Society) is the world's only international technical society working to advance vertical flight and electric flight technology. #eVTOL #helicopter #rotorcraft #aviation #avgeek
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Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory has grown to more than 1,100 concepts from more than 450 designers! www.evtol.news/aircraft
Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory has grown to more than 1,100 concepts from more than 450 designers! www.evtol.news/aircraft
November 13, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Subscribe to the Vertical Flight Society's Electric VTOL News for #avgeek developments on #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft and other #eVTOL aircraft: mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory has grown to more than 1,100 concepts from more than 450 designers! www.evtol.news/aircraft
Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory has grown to more than 1,100 concepts from more than 450 designers! www.evtol.news/aircraft
The Electric VTOL News for Nov. 11 is online! This issue of the Vertical Flight Society's premier resource for advanced air mobility #AAM includes news and updates on #electric #eVTOL #eCTOL and #hydrogen #aviation companies from Archer to Vertical Aerospace!
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November 12, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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The Ministry of Defence has released detailed new information on Project NYX, a flagship Army programme to test autonomous aircraft designed to work alongside Apache AH-64E attack helicopters.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-apac...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-apac...
British Apache ships to get autonomous attack drones
The Ministry of Defence has released detailed new information on Project NYX, a flagship Army programme to test autonomous aircraft designed to work alongside Apache AH-64E attack helicopters.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
November 5, 2025 at 9:39 AM
The Ministry of Defence has released detailed new information on Project NYX, a flagship Army programme to test autonomous aircraft designed to work alongside Apache AH-64E attack helicopters.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-apac...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-apac...
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Italy Launches Hydrogen Drone Hub: Innovating the Skies fuelcellsworks.com/2025/11/02/f...
November 3, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Italy Launches Hydrogen Drone Hub: Innovating the Skies fuelcellsworks.com/2025/11/02/f...
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Our newsletter also highlights VFS events! vtol.org/forum-and-ev...
October 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM news and updates! Read #avgeek developments on #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft and other #eVTOL aircraft:
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Our newsletter also highlights VFS events! vtol.org/forum-and-ev...
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Our newsletter also highlights VFS events! vtol.org/forum-and-ev...
The Electric VTOL News for Oct. 28 is online! The Vertical Flight Society's advanced air mobility #AAM newsletter includes #avgeek updates on #electric #eVTOL #eCTOL and #hydrogen #aviation companies from Archer Aviation to Wisk. Please subscribe to stay informed! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
October 28, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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Our newsletter also highlights events including #TVF2026!
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(Photo: AMSL Aero)
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Our newsletter also highlights events including #TVF2026!
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(Photo: AMSL Aero)
October 15, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM updates! Read #avgeek developments on #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft and other #eVTOL aircraft:
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Our newsletter also highlights events including #TVF2026!
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(Photo: AMSL Aero)
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Our newsletter also highlights events including #TVF2026!
vtol.org/events/2026-...
(Photo: AMSL Aero)
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Archer Aviation is acquiring the patents of defunct German eVTOL developer Lilium for 18 million euros, having prevailed in a competitive bidding process that also attracted rival Joby. I spoke with Archer's CEO and chief legal and strategy officer about the deal: theaircurrent.com/feed/dispatc...
Archer comes out on top in bidding for Lilium’s patent portfolio
The California-based eVTOL developer will add around 300 of Lilium's patents to its intellectual property portfolio.
theaircurrent.com
October 15, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Archer Aviation is acquiring the patents of defunct German eVTOL developer Lilium for 18 million euros, having prevailed in a competitive bidding process that also attracted rival Joby. I spoke with Archer's CEO and chief legal and strategy officer about the deal: theaircurrent.com/feed/dispatc...
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Amid a push to put more small drones in soldiers' hands, the Army is learning there’s a ceiling to the number of unmanned systems that units can handle.
No drones for Army squads, teams, 25th Infantry Division leader says
Amid a push to put more small drones in soldiers' hands, the Army is learning there’s a ceiling to the number of unmanned systems that units can handle.
www.defensenews.com
October 15, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Amid a push to put more small drones in soldiers' hands, the Army is learning there’s a ceiling to the number of unmanned systems that units can handle.
The Electric VTOL News for Oct. 14 is online! The Vertical Flight Society's advanced air mobility newsletter has #avgeek updates on #electric #eVTOL #eCTOL and #hydrogen #aviation companies from Archer Aviation to Vertical Aerospace. Please subscribe to stay informed! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
October 14, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM updates! Read #avgeek developments on #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft and other #eVTOL aircraft:
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Our newsletter also highlights events including the ICAAMS conference in Thailand! vtol.org/icaams
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Our newsletter also highlights events including the ICAAMS conference in Thailand! vtol.org/icaams
October 1, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM updates! Read #avgeek developments on #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft and other #eVTOL aircraft:
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Our newsletter also highlights events including the ICAAMS conference in Thailand! vtol.org/icaams
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Our newsletter also highlights events including the ICAAMS conference in Thailand! vtol.org/icaams
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FAA restricted airspace over South and Southwest Portland through Oct. 17 for "special security reasons."
Government helicopters keep watch over Portland ICE office, rattling neighborhoods
FAA restricted airspace over South and Southwest Portland through Oct. 17 for "special security reasons."
www.oregonlive.com
October 1, 2025 at 3:00 AM
FAA restricted airspace over South and Southwest Portland through Oct. 17 for "special security reasons."
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"Shutdowns suck for DC’s economy."
From mere annoyances like museums closing — the NPS isn't going to try to close monuments or Rock Creek Park this shutdown — to more profound pains for federal workers and contractors who suddenly face financial uncertainty.
@maustermuhle.bsky.social @51st.news
From mere annoyances like museums closing — the NPS isn't going to try to close monuments or Rock Creek Park this shutdown — to more profound pains for federal workers and contractors who suddenly face financial uncertainty.
@maustermuhle.bsky.social @51st.news
The federal government has shut down. Here’s what it means for D.C.
You can’t legally get married, for one, and the city’s economy will take a hit.
51st.news
October 1, 2025 at 3:26 PM
"Shutdowns suck for DC’s economy."
From mere annoyances like museums closing — the NPS isn't going to try to close monuments or Rock Creek Park this shutdown — to more profound pains for federal workers and contractors who suddenly face financial uncertainty.
@maustermuhle.bsky.social @51st.news
From mere annoyances like museums closing — the NPS isn't going to try to close monuments or Rock Creek Park this shutdown — to more profound pains for federal workers and contractors who suddenly face financial uncertainty.
@maustermuhle.bsky.social @51st.news
The Electric VTOL News for Sept. 30 is online! The Vertical Flight Society's advanced air mobility newsletter includes #avgeek updates on #electric #eVTOL #eCTOL and #hydrogen #aviation companies from Archer Aviation to Wisk Aero.
Please subscribe to stay informed!
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Please subscribe to stay informed!
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September 30, 2025 at 6:49 PM
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Sergei Sikorsky on September 18th at the age of 100. Sergei was the son of #aviation pioneer Igor #Sikorsky and a pioneer in his own right. He was the longest active member in VFS history, active for 80 years. #RIP
@lockheedmartian.bsky.social
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September 23, 2025 at 5:16 PM
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Sergei Sikorsky on September 18th at the age of 100. Sergei was the son of #aviation pioneer Igor #Sikorsky and a pioneer in his own right. He was the longest active member in VFS history, active for 80 years. #RIP
@lockheedmartian.bsky.social
@lockheedmartian.bsky.social
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM news and updates! Read #avgeek developments on #eVTOL aircraft and #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft #aviation including Vertical Aerospace wing-borne flights! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
September 19, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM news and updates! Read #avgeek developments on #eVTOL aircraft and #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft #aviation including Vertical Aerospace wing-borne flights! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
The new #Vertiflite magazine is online! This issue features the US Army's Flight School Next #helicopter pilot training, along with stories about MagLev Aero, MightyFly and Sikorsky: vtol.org/news/septemb...
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Join the Vertical Flight Society for a free subscription! vtol.org/what-we-do/b...
September 18, 2025 at 4:40 PM
The new #Vertiflite magazine is online! This issue features the US Army's Flight School Next #helicopter pilot training, along with stories about MagLev Aero, MightyFly and Sikorsky: vtol.org/news/septemb...
Join the Vertical Flight Society for a free subscription! vtol.org/what-we-do/b...
Join the Vertical Flight Society for a free subscription! vtol.org/what-we-do/b...
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM news and updates from the Vertical Flight Society! Read #avgeek developments on #eVTOL aircraft and #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft #aviation with our bi-weekly newsletter: mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
September 17, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM news and updates from the Vertical Flight Society! Read #avgeek developments on #eVTOL aircraft and #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft #aviation with our bi-weekly newsletter: mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
The Electric VTOL News for Sept. 16 is online! This issue of the Vertical Flight Society's premier resource for advanced air mobility #AAM includes news and updates on #electric #eVTOL #eCTOL and #hydrogen #aviation companies including Archer, Joby, Lilium and Supernal:
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September 16, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Corporate members of the Vertical Flight Society are hiring, including Hutchinson, Odys Aviation, Bloomy, Cypress International and Avion Solutions. Check out VFS to learn more about these great job opportunities: mailchi.mp/vtol/vfs-cor...
September 9, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Corporate members of the Vertical Flight Society are hiring, including Hutchinson, Odys Aviation, Bloomy, Cypress International and Avion Solutions. Check out VFS to learn more about these great job opportunities: mailchi.mp/vtol/vfs-cor...
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A string of helicopter unit closures reveals an Army in transformation, The War Horse reports.
Why is the Army chopping away at its chopper fleet?
A string of helicopter unit closures reveals an Army in transformation, The War Horse reports.
www.defensenews.com
August 29, 2025 at 4:08 PM
A string of helicopter unit closures reveals an Army in transformation, The War Horse reports.
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New from me: MOSAIC is causing some trouble as ambiguous language creates confusion surrounding the development of aircraft with highly automated flight controls.
Read more here on @theaircurrent.com: theaircurrent.com/regulation/m...
Read more here on @theaircurrent.com: theaircurrent.com/regulation/m...
MOSAIC brings confusion to simplified flight controls
FAA’s final rule could force an about-face for how manufacturers develop highly automated flight controls
theaircurrent.com
September 8, 2025 at 2:18 PM
New from me: MOSAIC is causing some trouble as ambiguous language creates confusion surrounding the development of aircraft with highly automated flight controls.
Read more here on @theaircurrent.com: theaircurrent.com/regulation/m...
Read more here on @theaircurrent.com: theaircurrent.com/regulation/m...
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM news and updates! Read #avgeek developments on #eVTOL aircraft and #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft #aviation: mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory also has more than 1,100 concepts! evtol.news/aircraft
Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory also has more than 1,100 concepts! evtol.news/aircraft
August 20, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Subscribe to the Electric VTOL News for advanced air mobility #AAM news and updates! Read #avgeek developments on #eVTOL aircraft and #hydrogen / #electric #rotorcraft #aviation: mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory also has more than 1,100 concepts! evtol.news/aircraft
Our eVTOL Aircraft Directory also has more than 1,100 concepts! evtol.news/aircraft
The Electric VTOL News for Aug. 19 is online! This issue of the Vertical Flight Society's advanced air mobility newsletter includes news and updates on #electric #eVTOL and #hydrogen #aviation companies including Archer, Eve, Joby, Vertical, Wisk - and Lilium! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...
August 19, 2025 at 7:06 PM
The Electric VTOL News for Aug. 19 is online! This issue of the Vertical Flight Society's advanced air mobility newsletter includes news and updates on #electric #eVTOL and #hydrogen #aviation companies including Archer, Eve, Joby, Vertical, Wisk - and Lilium! mailchi.mp/evtol/evtol-...