Receives G-1 For Its 600kW Electric Propulsion System
Everett, Washington-based ZeroAvia announced it reached consensus on the Certification Basis for its 600 kW electric propulsion system (EPS) with the FAA, receiving its G-1 Issue Paper that formally confirmed agreement with its contents. This is a critical step in the certification process where the FAA lays out airworthiness and environmental regulations for a new aircraft design.
French aerospace company Safran announced it has secured certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the ENGINeUS 100 electric motor, the first approval by EASA of an electric aircraft motor and the first for an electric motor of its size and capability.
Advanced Comms Solutions For Safe And Efficient UAS Ops
AURA Network Systems announced it has received an FAA Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) contract to demonstrate and validate technologies for the safe integration of UAS into the National Airspace System (NAS).
The National Business Aviation Association welcomed Clay Lacy Aviation (OXC) as the 50th FBO location to become part of its FBO Partnership Network with the inclusion of its operation at the Waterbury-Oxford Airport (KOXC) in Oxford, Connecticut.
Pilot Attempted To Adjust The Engine Power Settings, But The Engine Power “Went To Low Power And Was Not Responding To Throttle Control Inputs.”
Analysis: After takeoff the pilot performed a practice RNAV approach, then climbed to 3,500 ft mean sea level en route to another airport. While at altitude the pilot attempted to adjust the engine power settings, but the engine power “went to low power and was not responding to throttle control inputs.” He declared an emergency and after realizing that the flight was unable to reach a nearby airport, he selected a nearby field with a paved road.
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