Boom Supersonic is planning the roll-out of its XB-1 technology demonstrator later this year. The XB-1 is a testbed for the ideas that will eventually … Read more
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Bristell announces first high wing LSA
Czech aircraft maker Bristell has announced a brand new aircraft, the B8. It is a high wing design that departs from Bristell’s previous models which … Read more
Aura Aero reveals customers for aerobatic Integral
A new French startup manufacturer called Aura Aero, based in Toulouse, has released details of its first aircraft, the Integral. It is a two-seat aerobatic … Read more
Rotax 915iS to power Vickers Wave amphibian
The latest and most powerful engine from Rotax, the 141hp 915iS, is to power the new Vickers Wave amphibious aircraft. “The Rotax 915is is the … Read more
Europa Aircraft launches new kitplane, the Elite
The UK’s top kitplane manufacturer, Europa, has announced a new aircraft, the Elite which is due for release in 2020. Europa Aircraft is now owned … Read more
Elixir tops 100 orders as certification beckons
French startup Elixir Aircraft has topped 100 orders for its new two-seat trainer, which is expected to gain initial VFR type certification from the European … Read more
The e-Go returns! Production to start in 2020
The original prototype aircraft from e-Go Aeroplanes is flying again and the single-seat deregulated aircraft is going into production with first deliveries planned for 2020. … Read more
Russians launch VRT500 light helicopter in Dubai
A new five-seat single-engine helicopter has been launched by a new company, VR-Technologies, which is an offshoot of Russian Helicopters. The new helicopter is the … Read more
Epic scratches seven-year certification itch
Epic Aircraft has finally achieved US type certification for its E1000 carbon fibre aircraft single-engine turboprop aircraft. It’s been seven years since Oregon-based Epic Aircraft … Read more
First flight for Diamond’s retractable diesel DA50
Diamond Aircraft has made the first flight of its in-development single-engine five-seat DA50, powered by a Continental CD-300 turbodiesel. The CD-300 engine retractable gear DA50 … Read more