Aerospace

United Airlines and Eve Air Mobility announce eVTOL aircraft service in San Francisco

FAA Issues Plans for Air Taxis and eVTOLs scaling up US Operations by 2028

Today, Eve Air Mobility and United Airlines revealed their plans to start electric commuter flights all across the Bay Area, bringing Urban Air Mobility to San Francisco. The announcement is a crucial first step since both businesses will collaborate with local and state government representatives, infrastructure, energy, and technology providers to guarantee the necessary infrastructure is put in place for the introduction of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft flights.

Urban Air Mobility’s origin and destination locations as well as the future route network are also being determined by the corporations.

BLADE India signs a purchase order for up to 200 of Eve’s eVTOL(Opens in a new browser tab)

Compared to conventional air taxis and other traditional public transit options, Eve’s eVTOL will give United’s clients a speedy, affordable, and low-carbon means to commute in crowded urban areas. The San Francisco Bay Area can use Eve’s 100% electric eVTOL to fulfill a range of urban air transportation operations with its 60-mile (100-kilometer) range. Through a human-centered design that minimizes noise, it better ensures the comfort of travelers, the pilot, and the surrounding community.

With specialized rotors for vertical flight and fixed wings for cruising, the aircraft has a lift + cruise layout, which eliminates the need for moving parts during flight. At first, it will be piloted, but as it develops, it will operate without a crew.

Eve showcases its eVTOL cabin for the first time at the Farnborough Airshow(Opens in a new browser tab)

Eve pointed out that eVTOL flights in the Bay Area are anticipated to have a good economic impact on the community, including new employment prospects, in addition to providing a new, efficient mode of transportation. The introduction and growth of eVTOL flights will necessitate a wide variety of positions, from pilots and aircraft service specialists to training and technical services.

The community is also anticipated to gain value and employment possibilities from the development of the necessary infrastructure to enable eVTOL operations. In 2026, Eve’s eVTOL is expected to go into operation.

Aerospace

When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.