NASA Approves Funding to Develop Zero-Emission Aircraft Prototypes
After partnering with nine academic institutions, Boeing, GE, and the Air Force Research Lab to study the use of liquid hydrogen as an alternative aviation fuel, NASA has given the go-ahead for the second phase, which will involve the construction of various aircraft prototypes. Seen here is a rendering of the final concept called CHEETA, which utilizes a lifting body fuselage to provide sufficient internal volume for the liquid hydrogen and related equipment.
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.
Otto Update: Three Takeaways from the Phantom 3500 Preliminary Design Review
A look at some of the latest details revealed in Otto Aerospace’s forthcoming business jet.
