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Yahoo
17 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Electric aircraft goes for test run at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport says it is getting ready for the start of a new era of aviation as it prepares to welcome planes that are fully electric. On Monday, BETA Technologies, an electric aerospace company based in Burlington, Vermont, flew one of its "advanced air mobility" electric aircraft, known as the ALIA CTOL, in a demonstration flight. BETA Technologies is a manufacturer of electric aircraft and charging infrastructure. The ALIA CTOL is a single pilot airplane. Its passenger model can transport five passengers, plus pilot, while its cargo model has 200 cubic feet of cargo space. Its range is 336 nautical miles and it has a maximum speed of 153 knots. The aircraft has conventional takeoff and landing. According to the website of BETA Technologies, one electric airplane can be charged in less than an hour. "Today's flight of the electric ALIA aircraft signified Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport's readiness to invest in the foundations and technology required for electric aircraft," the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport said in a news release on Monday. Nicolas Pappalardo, CEO of Stolport, a company that oversees parking and ferry services at the airport, said the company is committed to electric aviation. Pappalardo said Stolpart has bought Canada's first BETA "minicube" charger that will be used in operations at the airport. Starting on Tuesday, the company will have the capability to power electric planes with the charger, which can power electric aircraft as well as ground vehicles. "Basically, we are enabling the cleaner, greener, quieter airport that we all envisioned," Pappalardo told reporters. "We're not just preparing for the future of aviation, we're here to power it." Pappalardo said the purchase of the charger is significant. He said it means the company is committed to being on the "leading and greening edge of aviation" in Canada. "This charger allows us to be on the map, on the charging network, to provide the electricity for those aircraft for the journey," he said. Warren Askew, vice president, airport at PortsToronto, said electric aviation is the future and is no longer "fantastical." He said the airport has always been known for innovation in terms of sustainability and green operations. "As a downtown airport, located just three kilometres away from downtown, within the context of a vibrant mixed waterfront, it's incumbent on us to do things differently," Askew said. "It's incumbent on us to look for ways to mitigate our operational impact, by making investments and ways to make us cleaner, greener, and quieter." James Maloney, MP for Etobicoke-Lakeshore, told reporters that electric aircraft is "state of the art" and will transform tourism, enhance delivery of medical supplies and improve economic opportunities. "Today's demonstration shows the promise of emissions-free travel that connects communities, creates jobs, and keeps our city on the cutting edge of environmental technology," he said.
CBC
17 hours ago
- Business
- CBC
Electric aircraft goes for test run at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport says it is getting ready for the start of a new era of aviation as it prepares to welcome planes that are fully electric. On Monday, BETA Technologies, an electric aerospace company based in Burlington, Vermont, flew one of its "advanced air mobility" electric aircraft, known as the ALIA CTOL, in a demonstration flight. BETA Technologies is a manufacturer of electric aircraft and charging infrastructure. The ALIA CTOL is a single pilot airplane. Its passenger model can transport five passengers, plus pilot, while its cargo model has 200 cubic feet of cargo space. Its range is 336 nautical miles and it has a maximum speed of 153 knots. The aircraft has conventional takeoff and landing. According to the website of BETA Technologies, one electric airplane can be charged in less than an hour. "Today's flight of the electric ALIA aircraft signified Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport's readiness to invest in the foundations and technology required for electric aircraft," the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport said in a news release on Monday. Nicolas Pappalardo, CEO of Stolport, a company that oversees parking and ferry services at the airport, said the company is committed to electric aviation. Pappalardo said Stolpart has bought Canada's first BETA "minicube" charger that will be used in operations at the airport. Starting on Tuesday, the company will have the capability to power electric planes with the charger, which can power electric aircraft as well as ground vehicles. "Basically, we are enabling the cleaner, greener, quieter airport that we all envisioned," Pappalardo told reporters. "We're not just preparing for the future of aviation, we're here to power it." Pappalardo said the purchase of the charger is significant. He said it means the company is committed to being on the "leading and greening edge of aviation" in Canada. "This charger allows us to be on the map, on the charging network, to provide the electricity for those aircraft for the journey," he said. Warren Askew, vice president, airport at PortsToronto, said electric aviation is the future and is no longer "fantastical." He said the airport has always been known for innovation in terms of sustainability and green operations. "As a downtown airport, located just three kilometres away from downtown, within the context of a vibrant mixed waterfront, it's incumbent on us to do things differently," Askew said. "It's incumbent on us to look for ways to mitigate our operational impact, by making investments and ways to make us cleaner, greener, and quieter." James Maloney, MP for Etobicoke-Lakeshore, told reporters that electric aircraft is "state of the art" and will transform tourism, enhance delivery of medical supplies and improve economic opportunities. "Today's demonstration shows the promise of emissions-free travel that connects communities, creates jobs, and keeps our city on the cutting edge of environmental technology," he said.
Business Upturn
07-08-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
State of Ohio Welcomes BETA Technologies' Aircraft
Columbus, Ohio, Aug. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, the state of Ohio welcomed BETA Technologies, an aerospace company manufacturing electric aircraft and infrastructure, to complete a flight demonstration with their ALIA CTOL aircraft at The Ohio State University's airport. The event, which included top government, aerospace, defense, and industry leaders from across Ohio — and was hosted by JobsOhio — showcased how BETA's safe, efficient, low-cost, and quiet aircraft can impact the lives of Ohioans and boost the economies of its communities. Ohio has a significant aviation legacy. In addition to being the site of the Wright Brothers' first flight and home to several U.S. military bases, Ohio has also created the U.S.' first National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE). NAAMCE is designed to support continued innovation and progression in aviation, with members including organizations like BETA Technologies, Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), and Toray, among others. 'Ohio has always been at the forefront of aviation — beginning with the Wright brothers' first flight to the astronauts who have orbited the earth and landed on the moon,' said Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. 'BETA showcasing its latest electric aircraft today demonstrates how Ohio is leading the way by empowering the future of flight through advanced air mobility.' AAM, with its low-cost, safe, efficient alternative to traditional aviation, will unlock new benefits and use cases across the state, including increased access to medical and emergency services, growing ecommerce and cargo throughput, and more seamless, cost-effective passenger travel for rural and urban communities alike. The state's leadership on AAM is also an opportunity for job creation, with programs like Sinclair Community College partnering with BETA Technologies to purchase an ALIA CTOL and state-of-the-art simulator for flight and maintenance training for its students. 'BETA chooses Ohio to test their cutting-edge electric aircraft because of the strength of our innovation ecosystem, including the world-class team and facilities at the NAAMCE,' said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. 'As home to the Air Force Research Laboratory and a deep bench of aerospace expertise, Ohio offers a unique combination of military, academic and industry partnerships. This kind of activity is advancing technology that is shaping the future of air mobility and laying the groundwork for an industry that is expected to generate $13 billion in economic impact and create at least 15,000 new jobs in Ohio by 2045.' 'Flying ALIA into Ohio is always special,' said Blain Newton, Chief Innovation Officer at BETA Technologies. 'It's the birthplace of aviation, one of BETA's first expansion and charging hubs, and a true leader in shaping the industry's future. ALIA and AAM can bring real value to Ohio, from faster and lower-cost medical and passenger transport to job growth and stronger regional connectivity.' 'BETA Technologies has been a vital contributor to the NAAMCE ecosystem. Alongside AFRL and the 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, City of Springfield, JobsOhio and Dayton Development Coalition, BETA innovation has played a key role in securing the funding and development of NAAMCE, which is now fully operational,' said Ted Angel, Executive Director of NAAMCE. 'Every time the Alia aircraft flies into Springfield–Beckley Airport, it serves as a powerful validation of Ohio's leadership—and NAAMCE's central role—in advancing the third revolution of flight toward commercialization.' Today's flight demonstration marked the first AAM aircraft to touch down at KOSU Airport. This stop through Ohio is part of a return journey following the company's week at the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh event in Wisconsin. BETA is also currently flying a second production-intent ALIA CTOL aircraft through Europe, en route to its first customer delivery. 'The landing of the ALIA aircraft at The Ohio State University Airport (KOSU) represents a historic first for our campus—marking the arrival of the first Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft to land at KOSU,' said Dr. Blake Stringer, Director, Center for Aviation Studies, The Ohio State University. 'This milestone reflects the strength of our growing partnership with BETA Technologies. Lastly, it creates unparalleled opportunities for our students, who now have a front-row seat to the future of flight—gaining unique exposure to cutting-edge electric aviation technology that will shape the next generation of aerospace innovation.' 'Proudly based in Piqua, Ohio, with a history dating back to the Wright Brothers, Hartzell Propeller has been part of our state's rich aviation heritage for over a century,' said JJ Frigge, President, Hartzell Propeller. 'As a global leader in advanced propeller design and manufacturing technology, we're honored to help shape the future of flight through strong AAM partnerships that build on Ohio's legacy of aerospace innovation.' BETA is building its electric aircraft — ALIA CTOL, a fixed-wing aircraft, and ALIA VTOL, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft — at its nearly 200,000 square foot production facility in Vermont, USA, ramping up production, certification, and delivery efforts. In addition, the company has developed and is rolling out a network of charge infrastructure that utilizes an industry standard compatible with other air taxi manufacturers and ground vehicles. Currently, BETA chargers are online at 50 sites across the U.S., with more in development domestically and internationally. The company will serve a diverse roster of customers and partners with its products, including UPS, Air New Zealand, Republic Airways, United Therapeutics, Bristow, Blade, Helijet, Metro Aviation, New Zealand Air Ambulance, and the U.S. Department of Defense. BETA has firm orders and, in some instances scheduled deliveries, with this group of global operators. # # # # About BETA BETA Technologies is a U.S. aerospace company manufacturing the future of aviation. The company is producing next-generation aircraft, including conventional fixed wing electric airplanes ('ALIA CTOL') and electric vertical takeoff and landing ('ALIA VTOL'), as well as the technologies that enable them, such as electric propulsion systems, flight controls, and battery packs. In addition, BETA is deploying an infrastructure network across the U.S. to ensure this new class of aircraft has access to reliable charging. To date, the company has installed nearly 50 chargers across the east, west, and gulf coasts. With its low-cost, high reliability, and regional range capabilities, BETA's products are designed to move goods and people to increase connectivity for rural areas and improve access to healthcare and e-commerce across the U.S. — and beyond. About JobsOhio JobsOhio, Ohio's private nonprofit economic development corporation, enhances company growth and personnel development through business attraction, retention, and expansion across ten competitive industry sectors. With a team of seasoned professionals, JobsOhio utilizes a comprehensive network to foster talent production in targeted industries and attract talent through Find Your Ohio. Collaborating with seven regional partners, including Dayton Development Coalition, Lake to River Economic Development, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, One Columbus, REDI Cincinnati, Regional Growth Partnership, and Team NEO, JobsOhio delivers world-class customer service to provide companies with a competitive advantage. Learn more at Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Euronews
12-07-2025
- Business
- Euronews
The future of flight? First electric aeroplane lands in Denmark
A small aeroplane cruising toward Copenhagen may have looked ordinary to most Danes on the ground – but unlike every other flight in Danish history, this aircraft was all electric. The US aerospace company Beta Technologies' electric plane, ALIA CTOL, completed a 200 kilometre journey between Sønderborg and Copenhagen airports this week, marking Denmark's first test flight with an aircraft that burns no fuel and can be charged in less than an hour. The company says the fixed-wing electric aeroplane provides a safe, quiet, and low-cost alternative to traditional aircraft and helicopters. With its wingspan of 15 metres, ALIA CTOL is the size of a Sprinter van. It can fly at a maximum speed of 281 kilometres per hour, according to Beta Technologies. The aeroplane also emits up to 84 per cent less carbon dioxide than a traditional helicopter of a similar size. 'Many say that green aviation is something for the future,' Jákup Sverri Kass, director of Sønderborg Airport, said at the take-off event in the city 325 kilometres west of Copenhagen. 'But we are standing here today and seeing that the future has begun. This is not just a test. This is the start of something new,' he added. The American aeroplane kicked off a European grand tour in May from Shannon Airport in Ireland. It has since dropped by multiple airports on the continent to demonstrate the aircraft's all-electric operation and charging infrastructure. In August, the plane will begin operating cargo flights between Bergen and Stavanger in Norway as part of tests on zero-emission aviation led by the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority. Charging is the main challenge ALIA CTOL is designed for regional flight and can be configured for both passenger and cargo travel with up to five passenger seats. Beta Technologies says the longest distance the aircraft has flown on a single charge is 622 kilometres. The plane can be charged using a standard fast charger for electric cars in just 20 to 40 minutes, the company says. The short-range aeroplane has been carrying its own charger and plugging it into a power unit at airports, which takes longer, due to the lack of permanent charging facilities. It has been making pit stops to charge at airports across Europe. 'There's no existing infrastructure on the ground in Europe like there is in the United States today,' Shawn Hall, the company's chief revenue officer, said from the tarmac at Copenhagen Airport after the plane landed. In Denmark, Copenhagen Airport CEO Christian Poulsen told Euronews Next the airport will need to adapt its infrastructure to be able to charge aircraft and accommodate a mix of traditional and electric aeroplanes 'when these aircraft come to town'. The cost of batteries and other lightweight materials will be another factor for electric aeroplane manufacturers to contend with, according to Jørgen Mads Clausen, chair emeritus of the Danish battery system giant Danfoss. He predicts 'battery technology' for larger electric planes will be available within the next decade. 'But just like with electric cars, it's important to be ready when things take off. Because when the technology matures, things will move fast,' Clausen said at the take-off event. Sustainable aviation in Europe The Danish government has committed to launching its first fully sustainable domestic flight route by 2025, with a broader target that all domestic routes will be fossil-free by 2030. This year, it has introduced a flat fee of 13 Danish kroner (€1.74) per passenger to finance the transition toward sustainable domestic flight. Several Nordic countries have committed to climate goals for their aviation industries. In Norway, all domestic flights aim to be electric or hybrid by 2040, while in Sweden, all domestic flights should be fossil-free by 2030 and international flights are expected to follow by 2045. A Swedish-American company, Heart Aerospace, is developing a 30-passenger plane, the ES-30, designed to have a fully battery-powered range of 200 kilometres. Other countries in Europe, such as the Netherlands, France, and the United Kingdom, have also tested similar-sized e-planes. But currently electric planes can, at best, fly regionally within Europe because of their battery range, which means other technologies to reduce flight emissions could also help countries meet their sustainability targets. Lasse Stenhøj Ingvardsen, a team manager of Renewable Energy Systems at the Danish Technological Institute, told Euronews Next that different technologies can be explored for sustainable aviation. Many European countries are investing in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a type of fuel made from renewable resources, as well as hydrogen fuel, which doesn't emit carbon dioxide. 'The SAF fuel will be one tool. The electric will be another tool. The hybrid solution will be a third tool. Maybe we will see hydrogen planes,' said Ingvardsen, who was not involved with the recent test flight. 'We don't need to stick to only one'. For more on this story, watch the video in the media player above.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Blade Participates in First Electric Passenger Flight in the U.S.
Flight utilized BETA's ALIA CTOL, which departed East Hampton Airport, New York and arrived at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City Blade CEO Rob Wiesenthal's participation as a passenger on the all-electric flight underscores the company's commitment to quiet, emission-free air mobility Blade, BETA Technologies, and other Advanced Air Mobility manufacturers continue to collaborate on the integration of Electric Vertical Aircraft ('EVA' or 'eVTOL') in Blade's service model NEW YORK, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLDE,'Blade', or the 'Company'), participated in the historic first passenger-carrying flight of an electric aircraft in the U.S. BETA Technologies' ALIA conventional take-off and landing ('CTOL') aircraft flew from East Hampton Airport in New York into John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. The flight marked a major milestone in the advancement of all-electric aviation within commercial airspace. Blade CEO Rob Wiesenthal said, "This electric aircraft flight from Long Island to New York City highlights that quiet and emission-free flight is quickly becoming a reality, benefiting Blade's fliers, local residents, and other key stakeholders." Mr. Wiesenthal added, "I can think of no better way to demonstrate our company's commitment to quiet, electric aircraft commercialization than my participation on this flight as a passenger." The ALIA CTOL, developed by Vermont-based BETA Technologies, is a battery-powered, fixed-wing aircraft designed for safe, efficient, and sustainable transport of people and cargo. The aircraft has logged thousands of miles across diverse real-world conditions and is the first of its kind to receive a market survey certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), enabling rigorous demonstration operations ahead of full certification. 'Flying our electric aircraft into one of the world's busiest airports, with passengers, proves advanced air mobility is not some future concept, it's here,' said BETA Technologies Founder and CEO Kyle Clark. 'Today's flight is about more than technology; it's about innovation and connecting communities in safer, quieter, and more efficient ways. After years of rigorous safety testing in all types of environments, we're proud to stand with the Port Authority and the city of New York to demonstrate exactly how this aircraft can serve cities by easing congestion, reducing emissions, and increasing accessibility.' Blade's asset-light model, coupled with its proprietary terminal infrastructure, is uniquely positioned to accelerate the commercial transition to quiet, emission-free aircraft. The successful demonstration flight affirms both the near-term feasibility of electric aviation in metropolitan environments and Blade's leadership in shaping the future of sustainable air mobility. About Blade Air Mobility Blade Air Mobility provides air transportation and logistics for hospitals across the United States, where it is one of the largest transporters of human organs for transplant, and for passengers, with helicopter and fixed wing services primarily in the Northeast United States, and Southern Europe. Based in New York City, Blade's asset-light model, coupled with its exclusive passenger terminal infrastructure and proprietary technologies, is designed to facilitate a seamless transition from helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft to Electric Vertical Aircraft ('EVA' or 'eVTOL'), enabling lower cost air mobility that is both quiet and emission-free. For more information, visit About BETA Technologies BETA Technologies is a Vermont-based aerospace company manufacturing the future of aviation. The company is producing next-generation aircraft — the fixed wing electric 'ALIA CTOL' and the electric vertical takeoff and landing "ALIA VTOL" — as well as the technologies that enable them, such as electric propulsion systems, flight controls, and battery packs. In addition, BETA is deploying an infrastructure network across the U.S. to ensure this new class of aircraft has access to reliable charging. These products are being manufactured at BETA's nearly 200,000 square foot production facility in South Burlington. With its low-cost, high reliability, and regional range capabilities, BETA's products are designed to move goods and people to increase connectivity for rural areas and improve access to healthcare and e-commerce across the U.S. — and beyond. For more information, visit Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the 'safe harbor' provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 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