Joby Aviation has reason to celebrate, recently completing its first full transition from vertical to horizontal flight with a pilot on board. This puts the aircraft one step closer to achieving commercial operation. The manufacturer’s all-electric air taxi demonstrated its in-flight transition capabilities for the first time in 2017. General aviation manufacturer Diamond Aircraft recently launched its official flying community, Diamond Flying Club (DFC), and its connected online portal. Through this, members can register their profile, share stories, and presumably talk about how much they love their DA62. “Pilots in Canada have faced numerous issues related to eligibility, aircraft type, age, and costs, all of which have impeded their ability to take to the skies. COPA aims to remove these obstacles with its new insurance program that will make flying more accessible for everyone. Launching this spring, the Aviators Canada Insurance Program (ACIP) is uniquely tailored to the needs of Canadian pilots and aircraft owners,” they said in the announcement. All this -- and MORE in today's episode of Airborne-Unlimited!!!

 

 

Joby Aviation Passes Milestone in Crewed Testing 

Diamond Aircraft Debuts New Flying Club  

Canadian Pilots Get New Insurance Option  

NASA, Boeing Set Aside Sustainable Aircraft Test  

FAA Gives In, Awards SpaceX More Falcon 9 Ops 

Wyoming ANG Successfully Medevacs Antarctic Cardiac Patient

'Sent Into Space' Sends Single Oreo Cookie Into Orbit

 

 

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