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📰 Read the latest AAMI newsletter, featuring $50 million in new funding for Vertical Aerospace, supporting the company’s newly launched Flightpath 2030 Strategy 👀 and UrbanV and Cluster2 | تجمع مطارات الثاني signing a partnership agreement to advance AAM and UAM in Saudi Arabia 🤝 Also, more details on UrbanLink Air Mobility’s partnership with Traverse Aero Corporation to expand its fleet with 40 Orcas, a hybrid-electric fully autonomous eVTOL cargo drone ✈️ and Samson Sky, producers of the Switchblade Flying Car, validating the thermoplastic carbon composite materials and manufacturing techniques they will be using in production 👏 Finally, find out more about an agreement between Archerfield Airport Corp (AAC) and Wisk to develop AAM ecosystem and operations at the airport in Queensland 🇦🇺

Volant Aerotech unveiled its VE25-100 eVTOL at CIIE 2024, showcasing its capabilities in urban travel, emergency rescue, and cargo > > https://hubs.la/Q02ZRJm10 VOLANT’s VE25-100 is designed to accommodate one pilot and five passengers, boasting a maximum cruise speed of 235km/h and a range of 200 to 400km. The VE25-100 features a flexible 6-seat cabin layout that can be easily reconfigured to suit different usage scenarios, whether for business travel, family trips, or sightseeing flights. VOLANT AEROTECH Find out more on the AAMI website 🔗

UrbanLink and Traverse Aero are expanding a fleet with 40 Orcas, a flagship hybrid-electric fully autonomous eVTOL cargo drone with a 600-mile range and 550 pound carry capacity >> 🔗 https://hubs.la/Q02ZNb7z0 📢 Ed Wegel, UrbanLink Founder and Chairman, commented, “The Orca drones not only provide our customers with an environmentally friendly delivery service, they also allow us to support first responders and local communities in the wake of a Natural disaster. “This partnership marks another step forward in our mission to deliver sustainable, high-value, end-to-end transportation across air, sea and ground.” 👏 🚁 Visit the Advanced Air Mobility International website for further information. UrbanLink Air Mobility

The AAMI eBrief is out now, read our weekly roundup of the latest news and articles from the world of Advanced Air Mobility 🗞️ This week’s stories include: ➡️ Vertical Aerospace has secured an agreement under which Mudrick Capital will commit up to $50 million in the next equity round, promoting financial stability and supporting the company’s newly launched Flightpath 2030 Strategy. ➡️ Samson Sky has completed five years of research and testing, validating the eco-friendly thermoplastic carbon composite materials and manufacturing techniques required to produce the Switchblade Flying Car. ➡️ Archerfield Airport Corporation (AAC) and Wisk Aero are collaborating to develop the AAM ecosystem and introduce eVTOLs at Archerfield Airport in Queensland. To receive more updates like this, visit the Advanced Air Mobility International website and subscribe.

Olsen Actuators and Drives delivers control systems for Vertical Aerospace's VX4 eVTOL > > https://hubs.la/Q02ZGqBw0 Olsen’s actuators are critical to ensuring the VX4 can change between vertical flight and conventional forward flight safely, based on the pilot’s demands. Adam Bargh, Technical Director, Olsen Actuators and Drives said; “It’s been a pleasure to work closely with Vertical’s teams, giving them agile response to design iterations addressing specification changes and compliance with additional requirements along this journey. We are pleased to see Vertical’s continued progress through the piloted flight test programme.” Vertical Aerospace Olsen Actuators & Drives More details on the AAMI website 🔗

UrbanV and Saudi Arabia's Cluster2 Airports have partnered to develop Advanced Air Mobility > > https://hubs.la/Q02ZF_K70 UrbanV and Cluster2 will cooperate to support and build the AAM ecosystem in Cluster2’s airport network, in preparation for commercial operations in Saudi Arabia. Carlo Tursi, CEO at UrbanV, said; “At UrbanV, we aim to improve people’s lives by enabling a fast, efficient, safe, and clean alternative to existing transport solutions for people and goods over short distances, by air. We have the ambition to become a major global operator of vertiport networks and we will be global pioneers in establishing some of the first AAM routes worldwide. “We are excited to partner with Cluster2, a major player in the airport management space, and we look forward to exploring together with them the great potential of introducing advanced air mobility in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.” UrbanV Cluster2 | تجمع مطارات الثاني Read more on the Advanced Air Mobility International website 🔗

Wisk has partnered with Archerfield Airport to support eVTOL operations at the airport in Queensland > > https://hubs.la/Q02ZwsB50 A strategic alliance between Archerfield Airport Corporation (AAC) and Wisk Aero will embark on a variety of projects aimed at developing the AAM ecosystem and operations at Archerfield. Dan Parsons, Manager of Market Development at Wisk, said, “Wisk is committed to bringing safe, sustainable and scalable autonomous air taxis to South East Queensland. “Archerfield is at the forefront of facilitating the AAM ecosystem within Brisbane and we’re excited to partner to evaluate potential future Wisk operations and airspace integration at their site, one of the major private airports in the region.” Wisk Find out more on the Advanced Air Mobility International website 🔗

Vertical Aerospace has secured $50 million in funding from Mudrick Capital to support its Flightpath 2030 Strategy and VX4 eVTOL development > > https://hubs.la/Q02Zwhsk0 This deal strengthens the company's balance sheet, reducing debt and extending loan repayments, positioning it for long-term growth in the eVTOL market. Stephen Fitzpatrick, Founder of Vertical Aerospace, said; “It is great to be able to announce this new funding today. We have been working hard to find a way to support the company in the short term, but also set us up for long term success. The additional equity and stronger balance sheet will enable us to fund the next phase of our development programme and deliver on our mission to bring the amazing electric aircraft to the skies. “This comprehensive deal – alongside the recent piloted flight campaign and launch of the Flightpath 2030 strategy – means Vertical is positioned to be a winner in one of the 21st century’s most exciting technologies. “The UK has been at the forefront of the aerospace industry for the last hundred years. Aviation is one of the hardest sectors to decarbonise but ambitious British companies like Vertical are leading the world in pioneering zero emissions electric aircraft.” Vertical Aerospace Mudrick Capital Management Read more on the Advanced Air Mobility International website 🔗

Skyway & UrbanLink Partner to Develop Vertiports Across Florida >> https://hubs.la/Q02Zj4Ls0 Following a nationwide partnership, Skyway and UrbanLink Air Mobility have selected Central and South Florida as locations for the development of AAM vertiports, with commercial operations slated to commence in late 2026. With major hubs in Miami and Orlando, the vertiport network will support diverse eVTOL aircraft, enabling rapid connections between key destinations across Florida. "Our partnership with UrbanLink and Bluenest by Globalvia is a pivotal step toward realizing the vision of Advanced Air Mobility in Florida." - Clifford Cruz, CEO of Skyway. Read more on the AAMI website 🔗 UrbanLink Air Mobility, Skyway, Bluenest by Globalvia

Samson Sky advances flying car innovation with the Switchblade, utilizing thermoplastic composites to enhance sustainability and efficiency > > https://hubs.la/Q02ZjrV70 Company officials stated that due to these advances in automated parts manufacturing of thermoplastic carbon fiber, the production of Switchblades will be greatly streamlined, reducing both production costs and time considerably. Sam Bousfield, Samson Sky CEO and designer of the Switchblade, said; “Composites, which are light weight and extremely strong, have been widely used for decades in high-performance vehicles, such as racecars.” Bousfield added; “Large manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus have been using thermoplastic composites in their aircraft for over eight years. Over the past five years of our research and testing, we found an advanced carbon composites material that could be used for the primary structures of the Switchblade.” Samson Sky Read more on the Advanced Air Mobility International website 🔗