ÉALÚ-AER researchers and BETA Technologies discuss UTM support for eVTOL operations

PAS 2025: Air New Zealand, BETA Technologies Launch First “Energy by The Hour” Maintenance Program - eVTOL Insights

Air New Zealand (ANZ) and BETA Technologies, have strengthened their partnership by launching the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry’s first “Energy By the Hour (EBH) Program,” reports a press release. This initial testbed program includes battery replacement, maintenance and service needs, representing a milestone in the commercialisation and operational support of electric aviation.  The release explains, “The EBH Program will be trialed on …

ÉALÚ-AER researchers and BETA Technologies discuss UTM support for eVTOL operations

Ireland’s ÉALÚ-AER research team has supported the recent demonstration of Ireland’s first all-electric aircraft flight by BETA Technologies at Shannon Airport. “Beyond celebrating this milestone, the team engaged in in-depth discussions with BETA on the future of EVTOL operations in Ireland, focusing on the integration of U-space Service Providers (USSPs) to enable safe, automated airspace management for electric aircraft,” said a project press