The FAA has issued its regulation on powered-lift operations and pilot certification, a milestone that paves the way for the onset of eVTOL services in the U.S.
A handful of startups are betting that more efficient electric and hybrid propulsion will open up new markets around the world for water-based aviation.
Designed to comply with FAA’s Part 103 ultralights rules, most single-seat personal eVTOLs would not require type certification or a pilot license to operate.
Aeros aims to comply with FAA Part 107 regulations for commercial small drone operations despite some limitations the rules impose on delivery in urban areas.
Piasecki is to modify an ultralight helicopter with a hydrogen-electric propulsion system, hoping to fly the piloted technology demonstrator by year-end.