The eVTOL Insights Podcast

In this episode, we delve deep into the future of Advanced Air Mobility in New Zealand with Charlie. He discusses his involvement in various workshops orchestrated by Vertilink across New Zealand, Vertilink’s core values of safety, social responsibility and sustainable innovation, and passionately speaks about the promise AAM holds for New Zealand, particularly for enhancing accessibility in remot...

In this episode, we focus on the topic of Drone as First Responders (DFR) and the impact it has already had on emergency services. As David led one of the first operations in the USA, he talks to us about the background behind its creation and how it has helped other authorities. We also talk about its advantages of using the technology instead of human officers, what the next three to five years...

This episode is a live recording of a panel discussion eVTOL Insights was invited to moderate at this year's Farnborough Airshow. Held at the AtkinsRealis chalet, Executive Editor Jason Pritchard led a session entitled 'The Human Element of Advanced Air Mobility', with industry experts JC Asencio of Wisk, James Richmond of Atkins Realis and Addison Ferrell of Skyports Infrastructure.

In this episode, we sit back down with Joe to discuss his latest business venture, Vertiport Simulations. The Microsoft flight simulation-based vertiport design company is looking to utilise the high-level technology to offer clients a walkthrough of their concept in a VR environment. We talk about its current progress, the benefits and advantages of this method and what its roadmap looks like for...

In this episode, James and Steve discuss the company's recent focus group research, which explores the key challenges and opportunities for people with disabilities in Advanced Air Mobility. The pair tell us the background behind this report, its main aims and objectives and nine 'key findings'. They also share interesting takeaways, how much of an impact this report can have on the emerging marke...

In this episode, Kai-Tse talks to us about the reasons behind co-launching Bellwether and which particular gap in the market it was trying to capture. He shares more details about Bellwether's volar solution, which is designed for anyone to fly from anywhere to any point at any time, and its aircraft. Oryx is Bellwether's third generation volar and was unveiled at last year's Dubai Airshow. Kai-Ts...

In this episode, Ernest tells us more about the work of North Central Texas Council of Government when it comes to Advanced Air Mobility. He outlines the potential for AAM in the state, along with challenges and opportunities, and we can ask Ernest what help he needs from eVTOL OEMs or key industry players. As Texas is a hotbed of technologies, we also discuss future use cases - with Dallas being...

In this episode, Carlo introduces us to UrbanV and starts off telling us more about the potential for AAM in Italy. The company is working on several interesting projects, so Carlo updates us on the key areas it is working in, which includes the UV-0 Test Vertiport in partnership with Aeroporti di Roma. Outside of Italy, we also talk about work in the Cote d'Azur and Spain, as UrbanV plans to inte...

In this episode, Danny introduces us to Blueshift and what exactly the company does. He goes into detail about its product line of which material solutions are most used in the Advanced Air Mobility market. We asked Danny if there was a particular gap in the market that Blueshift had identified, and as the company plays in several other industries, we talk about some of the other projects the team...

In this episode, we were delighted to welcome back Sergio and get an update on what his company is doing since we last spoke. As well as the popular Reality Index for OEMs entering service, we talk about a similar Infrastructure and the background behind its creation. Sergio tells us what his key findings are when it comes to infrastructure, and then touches upon a partnership exploring the potent...

In this episode, Pat introduces us to Tinley Park and shares more detail on how the area might benefit from Advanced Air Mobility. He tells us about his role and Tinley Park's involvement in Eve Air Mobility demo in Chicago back in 2022, and gives his thoughts on whether the Windy City could become a future city for Advanced Air Mobility operations, especially with potential operations from O'Hare...

In this episode, Guillaume shares an update on Wisk's company roadmap and ongoing work to develop its Gen 6 aircraft, including when we can see more flight testing. He talks about the recent Iron Bird video, as well as diving into why Wisk is going down the autonomy route. Sticking with autonomy, we talk about the passenger experience on board Wisk's aircraft before discussing the company's partne...

In this episode, Ben and Lee introduce us to Drive System Design (DSD) and what the company is working on in the Advanced Air Mobility market. As DSD is helping to fast-track the development of electric aircraft, we learn more about this, as well as one of the company's products the AePOP project or Aerospace Electrified Powertrain Optimisation Process. While there are many challenges to solve in...

In this episode, Dave tells us more about the company's growing role in Advanced Air Mobility and the exhaustive list of partners it is working with to build the next generation of aircraft. Dave also shares more details on Project OperA, which was launched to help bring autonomous flight to Europe, and what is believed to be the industry's first certification reference guide across key vehicle se...

In this episode, Amit deep dives into some of the various public and private eVTOL trials the companies have been involved in. He tells us what findings it took from them and goes on to talk about how ANRA can play a key role in the Advanced Air Mobility market. As Global civil aviation authorities are taking a lot of different approaches when it comes to commercial eVTOL operations, Amit tells us...

In this episode, Don introduces us to Unico and its role within the global Advanced Air Mobility and goes into detail about the company's work behind the scenes. This includes collaborating with some of the biggest names in electric aviation to simulate the rotation of the propeller drive unit from vertical in take-off mode to horizontal for forward flight. Additional work which Unico does is allo...

In this episode, Dr Elgammal introduces us to The Coretec Group and where it fits into the emerging Advanced Air Mobility market. He tells us about the advantages of silicon anodes and why they are critical to eVTOL aircraft development, plus gives us an idea at what stage the industry is at when it comes to batteries for electric aircraft - especially with some companies targeting commercial oper...

In this episode, Dan and Jeff introduce us to FPD and tell us more about the company and its role with the Advanced Air Mobility market. We discuss the need for reliable and qualified suppliers to the industry and the topic of weight when it comes to aircraft. The pair tell us more about the ongoing projects FPD is working on, and share their insights on what they're seeing in the industry at the...

In this episode, Sandra tells about the overarching vision of eVertiSKY, the background behind setting the company up and the particular reasons for embarking on this journey. We hear more about the company's current roadmap, the current projects it is working on, and also from Sandra on what state she thinks Urban Air Mobility is at. She talks about the factors cities should consider when looking...

Kate loves to fly, so in this episode, she tells us more about her aviation background and her career to-date before setting up CAYRES. We go into more detail about the particular reasons why the company was set up, and also hear from Kate on her insights when it comes to Advanced Air Mobility in Canada. CAYRES' clients features an exhaustive list of businesses, ranging from real estate and proper...

In this episode, James explains more about his journey to-date and the reasons that led him to set up Odys Aviation. As a sustainable aircraft startup, he tells us about the role it hopes to play in the market and the aircraft it is building. We hear about his thoughts on Regional Air Mobility (RAM), especially as it makes for a compelling use case when compared to other shorter journeys using eVT...

In this episode, John updates us on where Piasecki Aircraft is on its company roadmap. There were some big announcements, which include its new R&D site in Pennsylvania, which was formerly of Sikorsky. We talk future growth plans, the gear-up to launch the world's first hydrogen-powered helicopter and Piasecki's plans to hire up to 400 workers over the next five years, as the company begins to sca...

In this episode, Alistair introduces us to Skyrisks and how it is positioned to help define the insurance risk for Advanced Air Mobility. He talks about the challenges and opportunities as one of the only insurance providers for AAM, especially in an industry where aircraft won't likely be flying until 2025 at the earliest. He outlines how Skyrisks is planning for the day when they are operational...

In this episode, Starr tells us more about her background and what led her to join NASA, as well as how the government agency is helping to pave the way for Advanced Air Mobility in the USA. We talk about its National Campaign, which has featured some of the biggest names in the eVTOL space, and deep dive into some of the most important tests it has carried out. This includes a wind study and fasc...

In this episode, Kay introduces us to Drone Industry Insights and the extensive reports it publishes about the drone market and Advanced Air Mobility. It recently produced a lengthy report about the emerging market, so Kay shares some top level takeaways and goes into detail about the infographics on the market in different regions. We talk about the areas which are showing a lot of promise and as...