Emerging regulations

EASA publishes first guidelines to establish noise levels of drones below 600kg for public consultation

EASA has published “Guidelines on Noise Measurement of Unmanned Aircraft Systems lighter than 600kg Operating in the Specific Category (Low and Medium Risk)” for public consultation. Described as being “guidelines for the measurement of the […]

Air taxis and personal transports

ASTM International starts work on hybrid/electric engine standards

Standards agency ASTM International has announced its aircraft systems committee (F39) will cover the design of hybrid-electric powerplants and engines. “This proposed standard is intended to support companies that are creating hybrid-electric power generation systems […]

Air taxis and personal transports

EUROCAE announces publication of standards for UAM/AAM passenger/crew seats

EUROCAE has announced the publication of ED-304 – Technical Standard for Passenger and Crew Seats in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Aircraft According to the European standards association: “Crash-worthy stroking seats have seen adoption in military […]