FAA Establishes First New Aircraft Category Since the 1940s

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In a significant leap into the future of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis and multicopter cargo drones, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced new regulations establishing the first new aircraft category since the 1940s. This new category, called "power-lift" aircraft, marks a turning point in aviation, accommodating the next generation of innovative aircraft that blend the capabilities of helicopters and fixed-wing planes. What Are Power-Lift Aircraft? According to the FAA...

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