ICAO’s feasibility study outlines Ethiopia’s potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production, assessing key feedstocks and the actions needed to build a viable national SAF industry.
At the Luanda Financing Summit, Rwanda outlined how open policies, innovation and investment are driving sustainable aviation growth across Africa.
Sikorsky transforms the UH-60L Black Hawk into the autonomous S-70UAS™ U-Hawk™, a next-generation uncrewed helicopter with 25% more cargo space and MATRIX™ autonomy.
Airbus consolidates its tactical uncrewed aerial systems, creating a unified portfolio under Airbus Helicopters to enhance defence and security capabilities.
IATA and Worley Consulting confirm SAF feedstock is sufficient to achieve net zero by 2050, but rapid tech rollout and policy support are critical.
Airbus consolidates its tactical uncrewed aerial systems, creating a unified portfolio under Airbus Helicopters to enhance defence and security capabilities.
IATA and Worley Consulting confirm SAF feedstock is sufficient to achieve net zero by 2050, but rapid tech rollout and policy support are critical.
Joby Aviation completes acquisition of Blade’s passenger business, accelerating entry into commercial eVTOL air taxi services in key global markets.
SkyDrive partners with DUC Hélices to accelerate SD-05 eVTOL rotor development, focusing on safety, noise reduction, and progress toward type certification.
EHang’s EH216-S completes the first pilotless human-carrying eVTOL flight in Africa at the Aviation Africa Summit 2025, expanding its global footprint.
Vertical Aerospace completes Phase 3 piloted wingborne flights of VX4 prototype, collecting 22B data points and moving to final transition testing.
EHang’s EH216-S completes the first pilotless human-carrying eVTOL flight in Africa at the Aviation Africa Summit 2025, expanding its global footprint.
Vertical Aerospace completes Phase 3 piloted wingborne flights of VX4 prototype, collecting 22B data points and moving to final transition testing.
The FAA has certified the first electric aircraft propeller—here's what it means for global aviation and how Africa could benefit from the shift to clean flight.
20 Gauteng traffic officers graduate as certified drone pilots, advancing e-Policing in the province's fight against crime through technology.
Joby Aviation launches air taxi readiness work in Dubai with piloted eVTOL flights and begins vertiport construction at Dubai International Airport.
Archer has completed the initial flight of its Midnight eVTOL aircraft at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, testing VTOL performance under UAE-specific conditions. The test supports Archer’s Launch Edition programme with Abu Dhabi Aviation ahead of commercial air taxi deployment.
Meshmerize and 8devices introduce RoboNode-M, a compact dual-radio Wi-Fi 6 mesh module built for mobile robots, autonomous systems, and drone swarms. Powered by Qualcomm QCS405 and integrated with Meshmerize’s intelligent mesh software, RoboNode-M offers high-throughput, low-latency connectivity for industrial automation.
PBS GROUP has unveiled its most powerful jet engine to date, the PBS TJ200, at the Paris Air Show. Designed for high-performance unmanned systems and marine applications, the TJ200 features advanced FADEC control, seawater resistance, and a compact footprint, marking a major innovation in aerospace propulsion.
Engineered Fluids and Dovetail Electric Aviation collaborate to develop an advanced immersion-cooled battery system for electric aircraft, using AmpCool technology to improve safety, performance, and thermal stability in zero-emission aviation.
Airbus has completed assembly of the first SIRTAP tactical uncrewed aerial system, now entering ground tests in Spain. The aircraft is set for its maiden flight by the end of 2025, with delivery to the Spanish Armed Forces expected in 2027.
Drone Forge places the largest order to date for Airbus' Flexrotor uncrewed aerial systems, enhancing Asia-Pacific operations with advanced VTOL drones featuring maritime-optimised engines, Starlink connectivity, and high-resolution imaging technology.
Daher has been selected by the French Defence Procurement Agency to develop a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drone demonstrator. This Plug & Fly drone, developed with Thales, features modular architecture, rapid deployment, and compatibility with ITAR-free defence electronics.
AURA AERO has launched its sovereign ENBATA MALE drone at the Paris Air Show 2025, with support from the French Ministry of Defence. The ITAR-free, multi-mission drone is set to fly by end-2026 and aims to meet strategic European defence needs.
uAvionix launches Trakr, a cutting-edge drone monitoring solution integrating real-time UAS telemetry with ADS-B aircraft data through its FlightLine platform, enhancing low-altitude airspace awareness for critical drone operations.
Drones are reshaping Africa—from delivering vaccines to farming smarter. Discover how innovation is soaring beyond the skies in 2025 and beyond.
The African Development Bank, Mozambique, and Korea’s Busan Technopark have launched a drone-based disaster management initiative to improve early warning systems and real-time flood response in high-risk zones.
Archer Aviation partners with Ethiopian Airlines to deploy Midnight electric aircraft under its Launch Edition programme, aiming to develop an air taxi network and explore sustainable air mobility solutions in Africa.
