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Archer is headed to Japan!

𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗲 Red Cat Holdings has unveiled it’s ARACHNID™ family of drone systems, designed to support the U.S. Army’s strategy of integrated, multi-domain #UAS operations. The ARACHNID lineup, featuring models like the Black Widow™ and the WEB™ Ground Control Station, enhances capabilities in intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision strike, addressing real-time battlefield needs across various ranges. Focused on adaptability, these drones provide cost-effective, portable solutions that shift away from traditional, high-cost systems while maximizing interoperability. Red Cat’s roadmap includes future partnerships to extend operational reach and continued tech upgrades, supporting domestic and allied forces in dynamic combat environments.

𝘼 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙒𝙖𝙮 𝙏𝙤 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙁𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 LIFT Aircraft has chosen Marubeni Aerospace as it’s strategic partner to bring HEXA, LIFT's electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, to Japan, marking it’s first expansion outside the U.S. This partnership includes Marubeni’s purchase order for HEXA aircraft and a license agreement to operate LIFT’s pay-per-flight eVTOL business in Japan by 2025. After successful demonstration flights and exhibitions, LIFT plans to make #eVTOL experiences accessible to the Japanese public, building on it’s popular U.S. operations. Backed by Marubeni’s industry expertise, this venture aligns with Japan’s growing interest in innovative, sustainable transportation.

New Current Altitude post is live! This weeks edition covered: ✈️ LIFT Aircraft Expands to Japan 💰 BETA TECHNOLOGIES Gets $381M Investment 🪖 Red Cat Holdings Releases ARACHNID Family 🌱 Hylio’s New Spray Drone 💼 New #UAS & #AAM Jobs 📺 Inside the Cockpit of a Joby Aviation aircraft Link to post in comments⤵️

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Today’s Current Altitude company spotlight is on RigiTech, a leader in drone delivery solutions. Founded in 2018 by Adam Klaptocz, David Rovira, and Oriol López Guirao RigiTech has become a pioneering force in autonomous aerial logistics. RigiTech offers comprehensive drone solutions tailored for sectors such as Healthcare, Industrial Supply Chains, and Postal Delivery. Their flagship drone, the Eiger, is engineered for long-range deliveries, capable of transporting payloads up to 6.6 pounds over distances up to 62 miles. Designed for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, the Eiger features advanced autonomous navigation, precision landing capabilities, and is equipped to handle various weather conditions, including winds up to 33.5 mph. RigiTech recently secured design verification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for its enhanced containment technology in Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This certification ensures that RigiTech’s drones can operate safely and reliably within regulatory parameters for long-range drone operations. Learn more at rigi.tech. #DroneDelivery #DronesForGood #UAS 

𝘼 𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙩 𝘽𝙡𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙡'𝙨 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 Supernal, Hyundai’s Advanced Air Mobility arm, and BLADE Urban Air Mobility announced a collaboration to explore and develop eVTOL-based networks and fleet operations. This partnership will combine Supernal’s expertise in electric vertical take-off and landing technology with Blade’s experience in air transport infrastructure, focusing on refining #eVTOL cabin features for commercial usability and passenger comfort. The three-year agreement involves scenario testing in cities like New York and Southern California to assess eVTOL applications for air taxi services and critical transport missions. Both companies aim to address the industry’s infrastructure, regulatory, and operational needs to advance quiet, emission-free urban transportation. This partnership signals a shift from proving eVTOL viability to optimizing it for real-world, commercial implementation. Photo: Supernal

🚨New #UAS & #AMM Jobs🚨 Flight Test Lead Radical - Seattle, WA Senior Product Manager, UTM Services Wing - Remote Lead Materials & Process Engineer Supernal - Irvine, CA Drone Production Engineer Flyby Robotics - Los Angeles, CA Altius Product Architect Anduril Industries - Atlanta, GA Business Development Director, Defense Pyka - Remote Want to help someone in your network find these jobs? Like, comment or share this post👏 Direct link to jobs in comments⤵️

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱-𝗟𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁 The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a final rule establishing regulations to support the integration of powered-lift aircraft into the National Airspace System over the next decade. This rule introduces a framework for certifying powered-lift pilots and instructors, addressing specific requirements for single-flight control systems and solo pilot stations. Alongside these certification guidelines, the rule clarifies and adjusts operating rules to accommodate powered-lift technology, using a performance-based approach. Additionally, changes are made to practical testing requirements across various aircraft types, including helicopters and airplanes, enhancing training and eligibility standards for rotorcraft instructors in training centers. These updates collectively advance the FAA’s effort to safely expand powered-lift operations within the national airspace.