Key Trends To Watch For AAM In 2026

Caption: Joby will continue testing of its S4-T hybrid VTOL aircraft in 2026. Credit: Joby Aviation

Joby will continue testing of its S4-T hybrid VTOL aircraft in 2026.

Credit: Joby Aviation
The new year is set to be a critical one for the emerging advanced air mobility (AAM) industry. Leading makers of eVTOL and electric conventional-takeoff-and-landing (eCTOL) aircraft are approaching the final stages of the FAA’s type certification process and laying the groundwork for launch of...
Ben Goldstein

Based in Boston, Ben covers advanced air mobility and is managing editor of Aviation Week Network’s AAM Report.

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