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Opener Completes Four Flight Demonstrations of Human-Operated eVTOL Fixed-Wing Aircraft

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

BlackFly eVTOL aircraft were flown by Opener team members, Eleanor Li, Plant Manager, and Marcus Leng, Founder and CEO, on July 27th, 2021, and Kristina Menton, Director of Operations, on July 31st, 2021.

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  • BlackFly eVTOL aircraft were flown by Opener team members, Eleanor Li, Plant Manager, and Marcus Leng, Founder and CEO, on July 27th, 2021, and Kristina Menton, Director of Operations, on July 31st, 2021.
  • The operators showcased BlackFlys powerful capabilities of vertical takeoff and landing, cruise flight, hover, rotating, sideways and forward flight, and return-to-home.
  • This was a momentous day for aerial vehicles and the future of transportation, said Marcus Leng, Founder and CEO of Opener.
  • Unveiled in 2018, BlackFly is the worlds first all-electric Vertical Take-off and Landing (eVTOL), fixed-wing, ultralight aircraft to conduct human-operated flight in public.

Opener To Demonstrate Human-Operated eVTOL Fixed-Wing Aircraft for Third and Fourth Time

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Friday, July 30, 2021

OSHKOSH, Wis., July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackFly made its momentous flight debut as the worlds first human-operated eVTOL fixed-wing aircraft in two public demonstrations on Tuesday, July 27th at the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture (EAA) 2021.

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  • OSHKOSH, Wis., July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackFly made its momentous flight debut as the worlds first human-operated eVTOL fixed-wing aircraft in two public demonstrations on Tuesday, July 27th at the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture (EAA) 2021.
  • What: Openers electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle, BlackFly, to conduct human-operated fights again
    On October 5, 2011, history quietly was made near the small town of Warkworth, Ontario, Canada.
  • That day saw the first manned flight of a fixed-wing all-electric VTOL aircraft.
  • This event prompted the formation of a stealth company with the sole purpose of pursuing the development of this new unique technology.

Worldwide Flight Data Monitoring Systems Industry to 2027 - Growing Demand for Helicopter Flight Data Monitoring (HFDM) Systems Presents Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, July 30, 2021

Aircraft of these manufacturers are highly integrated with flight data monitoring systems.

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  • Aircraft of these manufacturers are highly integrated with flight data monitoring systems.
  • Major airlines in the region include Delta Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines, which procure flight data monitoring systems by vendors to avoid any potential risks.
  • Uber has collaborated with GE Aviation to offer the flight data monitoring program for its planned air taxis fleet.
  • Uber plans to roll out the flight data monitoring service using electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft by 2023.

Joby Begins Journey to Becoming First eVTOL Airline

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

The Company is now in the first of five stages necessary for Joby to achieve Part 135 certification in 2022.

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  • The Company is now in the first of five stages necessary for Joby to achieve Part 135 certification in 2022.
  • Were excited to reach this milestone on the path toward becoming the first eVTOL airline in the world, said Simi.
  • In line with this certification approach, Joby will employ commercial airline pilots licensed under existing FAA regulations to fly its passenger service.
  • Neither RTP nor Joby Aviation gives any assurance that either RTP or Joby Aviation or the combined company will achieve its expectations.

Opener Makes History: First Public Human-Operated eVTOL Fixed-Wing Aircraft Demonstration

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

OSHKOSH, Wis., July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EAA AirVenture -- OPENER , a pioneer of electric aerial vehicles for consumer travel, made history by the first public human-operated eVTOL fixed-wing aircraft demonstration on July 27 at Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture (EAA) 2021 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

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  • OSHKOSH, Wis., July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EAA AirVenture -- OPENER , a pioneer of electric aerial vehicles for consumer travel, made history by the first public human-operated eVTOL fixed-wing aircraft demonstration on July 27 at Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture (EAA) 2021 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
  • After tens of thousands of miles tested, we are thrilled to have showcased BlackFly and its potential, said Marcus Leng, founder and CEO of Opener.
  • This is an exciting time to be at the forefront of personal aerial technology, and we are honored to hold a place in history for the first public demonstration of a human-operated eVTOL fixed-wing aircraft.
  • EAAs 240,000 members and 900 local chapters enjoy the fun and camaraderie of sharing their passion for flying, building, and restoring recreational aircraft.

Astro Aerospace Signs Letter of Intent with Lotus Mobility Ltd for Exclusive Distribution of its Electric Aircraft

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

In an effort to jointly explore opportunities in the Asia Pacific region, Astro and LTT will also establish Singapore-based Astro Apac Pte Ltd. Astro Aerospace will own 51% OF ASTRO Apac Pte Ltd, with the remaining 49% held by Lotus Mobility.

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  • In an effort to jointly explore opportunities in the Asia Pacific region, Astro and LTT will also establish Singapore-based Astro Apac Pte Ltd. Astro Aerospace will own 51% OF ASTRO Apac Pte Ltd, with the remaining 49% held by Lotus Mobility.
  • With Astro, we will co-develop next generation electric aircraft, beyond our current two- and four-seater models, to include nine- and nineteen-seater types.
  • Astro Aerospace is the developer of the worlds most advanced, autonomous, short haul, eVTOL (Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) aerial vehicles.
  • Lotus Mobility Ltd is a US mobility group dedicated to developing technologies, products, and services for electric vehicles for the air, land, and water transport.

Volocopter Takes to the Skies at EAA AirVenture

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

OSHKOSH, Wis. and BRUCHSAL, Germany, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility(UAM), flew at the Experimental Aircraft Association's (EAA) AirVenture 2021 in Wisconsin.

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  • OSHKOSH, Wis. and BRUCHSAL, Germany, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility(UAM), flew at the Experimental Aircraft Association's (EAA) AirVenture 2021 in Wisconsin.
  • The Volocopter 2X flight was the first ever public crewed test flight of a fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi in the US.
  • The crewed Volocopter 2X took off at 2:45 PM CST for a 4-minute flight at ~160 ft and a top speed of 18 mph over Wittman Regional Airport as part of EAA's AirVenture aviation celebration.
  • Event attendees were able to watch the Volocopter 2X fly and take a seat in the VoloCity model at Volocopter's booth to experience these aircraft.

EHang Announces Commencement of Operations in Yunfu Production Facility, and to Host Investor Day on August 18, 2021

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Monday, July 26, 2021

As a new AAV production site of EHang, the Yunfu facility has total planned gross floor area of approximately 24,000 square meters.

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  • As a new AAV production site of EHang, the Yunfu facility has total planned gross floor area of approximately 24,000 square meters.
  • The site is equipped with a series of function areas across the whole production process from components manufacturing to aircraft assembling.
  • Investors are cordially invited to attend the EHang Investor Day, which will take place at the Yunfu production facility on Wednesday, August 18, 2021.
  • This press release contains statements that may constitute forward-looking statements pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the U.S.

Opener Announces the First Public Manned eVTOL Demonstration Flights at EAA AirVenture 2021

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

OSHKOSH, Wis., July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EAA AirVenture -- OPENER , a pioneer of electric aerial vehicles for consumer travel, today announced the first public manned eVTOL demonstration flights will happen at Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture (EAA) 2021.

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  • OSHKOSH, Wis., July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EAA AirVenture -- OPENER , a pioneer of electric aerial vehicles for consumer travel, today announced the first public manned eVTOL demonstration flights will happen at Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture (EAA) 2021.
  • OPENERs remarkable BlackFly will be flown and displayed from July 26 through July 31 at EAA AirVenture 2021 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
  • Launched in 2018, BlackFly is the worlds first all-electric Vertical Take-off and Landing (eVTOL), fixed-wing, ultralight aircraft.
  • EAA embodies The Spirit of Aviation through the worlds most engaged community of aviation enthusiasts.

Archer Expands Industry-Leading Engineering Team, Hiring Bob Ellithorpe as Vice President of Program Management and Glen Burks as Vice President of Manufacturing

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

PALO ALTO, Cailf., July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California-based Archer , a company designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL), today announced two new hires: Bob Ellithorpe has joined the company as Vice President of Program Management and Glen Burks has joined as Vice President of Manufacturing.

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  • PALO ALTO, Cailf., July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California-based Archer , a company designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL), today announced two new hires: Bob Ellithorpe has joined the company as Vice President of Program Management and Glen Burks has joined as Vice President of Manufacturing.
  • Similarly, Burks will strengthen Archers core manufacturing team as the company works through planning to bring its eVTOL aircraft to market.
  • As Archer prepares for high volume production, Ellithorpe will focus on bringing the eVTOL aircraft to market in 2024.
  • With extensive aerospace management experience, Ellithorpe will play a vital role in the product management process as Archer works towards certification and commercial flight.