Future of flight
EMERGING AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
Embraer Energia Patent Filing Shows Concrete Steps Toward Hybrid Turboprop Development
Embraer’s Energia concept moves from marketing to protected IP with granted design patent USD1130272. Analysis of four hybrid-electric turboprop configurations filed in 2022.
Dassault Falcon 10X Makes First Flight
Dassault’s Falcon 10X completed its maiden flight on June 19, 2026, positioning it against the Gulfstream G700 with a slightly larger cabin despite slightly reduced speed and range.
Gulfstream Patent Suggests Smart, Interactive Thrust Levers for Future Jets
A Gulfstream patent reveals plans for “smart” thrust levers that display engine alerts, utilize haptic feedback, and integrate emergency controls.
Transportation of Tomorrow – How the Regent Viceroy Could Replace Ferry Transport
Designed to skim above large bodies of water at high speeds, the Regent Viceroy “Seaglider” could be the fast, efficient ferry of the future.
Gulfstream “Virtual Sky” Patent Reveals Adaptive Smart Aircraft Window Display to Enhance Wellness in Private Jet Cabins
Gulfstream Aerospace patent reveals virtual window concept to enhance passenger wellness and mitigate the effects of jet lag
Otto Aviation Concept Jet
Among the various aircraft concepts in various stages of development, one particularly compelling design is from Otto Aviation.
Spiroid Winglets – Sculpting Air to Increase Efficiency
It might not seem logical that adding additional structure to an aircraft’s wing could reduce drag and enable it to slip through the air more efficiently.
Skyryse – Simplifying Aircraft Control with New Technology
Aviation startup Skyryse progresses toward FAA certification for a revolutionary new pilot/aircraft control interface that can simplify piloting and increase safety.
Embraer Files Patent for New Control Surfaces
Aircraft manufacturer Embraer files patent application for new flight control surfaces that enhance controllability while reducing drag and increasing efficiency.
Flaris LAR-01 Very Light Jet Progresses Toward Certification
The Polish Flaris LAR 01 very light jet continues its progress toward certification and production.
Three Ways Gulfstream’s New Pending Patent Takes Premium Private Jet Cabins to the Next Level
Over the years, the cabin environment of a modern private jet has evolved into an enclave of luxurious perfection. With each successive generation of aircraft, manufacturers task their design and engineering teams to top their efforts and those of the competition. But with several airframe manufacturers and many completion centers investing massive amounts of resources…
NASA/Boeing X-66A Next-Generation Airliner Design Work Underway
NASA and Boeing have launched a joint project to build an experimental aircraft to explore and demonstrate sustainable flight technologies and dubbed it the X-66A. Based on a McDonnell Douglas MD-90 airliner, the initial design features a high aspect ratio wing braced by an external truss. In addition to exploring new and emerging airframe technologies, the aircraft will be able…
Jet Tech: Gulfstream Aircraft Noise Reduction Patent
Aerospace engineers tasked with redesigning and improving business jet interiors have challenging jobs. Jobs that, thanks to ongoing innovation and intense competition, only become more difficult with time. As they continuously refine some of the most advanced aircraft for some of the most discerning customers, the opportunities for further improvement become increasingly sparse and hard-earned.
