ANA is taking its Pokémon partnership across borders, sending the new “Pokémon Jet Green” special-livery aircraft into scheduled international service beginning September 18. The jet is the second phase of the ANA x Pokémon 30th anniversary project, and rather than confine the design to domestic hops, ANA is putting it on overseas routes so the […]
Category: Plane
The largest battery-electric plane ever made has flown for the first time
Heart Aerospace has announced the successful first flight of its prototype all-electric aircraft, the X1 demonstrator. X1 took off from Plattsburgh International Airport in Upstate New York and flew for 27 minutes, reaching an altitude of 1,100 feet, running entirely on its batteries. Heart added the flight, including takeoff and landing, consumed less than $5 […]
STARLUX Airlines Announces “AIRSORAYAMA” Collaboration With Hajime Sorayama
STARLUX Airlines has unveiled its AIRSORAYAMA Airbus collaboration, a striking new project that merges aviation with contemporary art. Partnering with acclaimed artist Hajime Sorayama, known for his futuristic sexy robots, STARLUX has transformed two Airbus A350-1000 aircraft into physical masterpieces that reflect Sorayama’s iconic hyper- aesthetic. To elevate the launch, STARLUX also partnered with Kōki, […]
FAA Proposes New Rules That Would Legalize Supersonic Flight Across the United States
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a landmark notice of proposed rulemaking that officially lifts the 1973 prohibition on civil supersonic flight over the continental United States. US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the pivotal shift toward a noise-based certification standard. Under this new framework, advanced aircraft will be legally permitted to fly faster […]
Catch ‘Em in the Sky: China Airlines Debuts the Pikachu Jet CI2
Travelers can soon take to the skies with some of their favorite Pokémon. Taiwan-based carrier China Airlines has officially unveiled its second Pokémon-themed aircraft, the “Pikachu Jet CI2,” in partnership with The Pokémon Company. Under the theme “Flying Out to the World,” the newly decorated Airbus A350-900 is scheduled to take its inaugural flight on […]
Airbus and Mercedes-Benz’s ACH145 Helicopter Brings Maybach Luxury to the Sky
Airbus Corporate Helicopters and Mercedes-Benz have teamed up to reveal the new ACH145 Mercedes-Benz Edition, elevating private air travel with a cabin modeled after the automaker’s most luxurious vehicles. Unveiled at a showcase event in São Paulo, Brazil, the special-edition helicopter replaces the previous ACH145 Mercedes-Benz Style, which originally launched in 2010. The redesign specifically […]
Uber and Joby Aviation Introduce Uber Air to Revolutionize Urban Travel
Uber is officially taking its ride-hailing dominance to the skies with the introduction of Uber Air, an all-electric air taxi service powered by Joby Aviation. Designed to seamlessly integrate into the natural rhythm of city life, the newly announced platform allows users to book aerial transit directly through the standard Uber app. A single tap […]
Turkey to Fine Airline Passengers Who Stand Before the Seatbelt Sign Is Turned Off
Turkey will now fine airline passengers who get up from their seats before the aircraft stops, as per AP. The new regulations took effect earlier this month, and state that passengers must wait until the aircraft reaches the gate or comes to a full stop. Those who unbuckle, stand in aisles or open the overhead […]
Klein Vision’s $1 Million USD AirCar Set To Hit the Market in 2026
Klein Vision‘s AirCar is set to hit markets next year, becoming the first flying car to release in 75 years. After revealing the production prototype of the revolutionary flying car at the Living Legends of Aviation Gala Dinner in Beverly Hills last week, a company spokesperson confirmed that the flying vehicle will be scheduled to […]
Archer and United Airlines Unveil Plans for NYC Air Taxi Network
Archer and United Airlines have announced plans to launch an air taxi network across New York City, aiming to cut down travel time between Manhattan and nearby airports to just 5–15 minutes. The network will rely on Archer’s piloted electric aircraft, Midnight, offering a fast and sustainable alternative to congested roads. The Midnight aircraft is […]
Beyond Aero Advances Hydrogen-Electric Jet with Key Refinements
Beyond Aero has unveiled a refined version of its hydrogen-electric light jet, the BYA-1, incorporating engineering advancements to enhance safety, efficiency and certification readiness. The company remains on track with its goal to deliver the first certified hydrogen-electric light jet by 2030. The BYA-1 features a battery-free hydrogen fuel cell system with a 2.4MW fuel […]
Virgin Galactic To Launch Six-Person Spacecraft Next Year
Virgin Galactic‘s newest spacecraft is set to become a reality next year. Founded by Richard Branson in 2004, the space company confirmed plans to Bloomberg of their first flight to space set for 2026. For the project, a revamped Delta spacecraft transforms into the Virgin Galactic to takeoff for its first suborbital trip in two […]
Caterham and the Royal Air Force Team Up for Special Edition Seven 360R
Caterham and the Royal Air Force (RAF) have joined forces to create a unique car built from components of a decommissioned Puma HC2 helicopter. This special edition one-off Caterham Seven 360R aims to raise over $100,000 for injured service men and women through an online auction on Collecting Cars. The project, a collaboration involving the […]
Final Boeing 747 Leaves the Factory After 52-Year Run
After more than half a century in the skies, the 1,574th and final Boeing 747 left the original Boeing factory in Everett, Washington. Nicknamed the Queen of the Skies, the infamous Boeing 747 was the first “Jumbo Jet” and twin-aisle airliner in the world. Known for making international travel more attainable, the 747 has been […]