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今そこにある危機のために、安全保障をより深く知ったほうが良いと思ってしまった1人のパパが、夜な夜なこっそり独演する、日本の防衛に対する興味、好奇心、危機意識をみんなに聴いてもらおうというラジオです。 eVTOLのイの字も出てこない「安全保障ラジオ」シリーズ第7回・堂々の最終回！今回は2023年から現在、そして未来へ。「安保三文書」で方針を決めた後に押し寄せる、お金・人・装備・組織の怒涛の現実と課題を深掘りします。52年間で26人の総理大臣が交代！平均2年に1人という激動の歴史の中でも、専守防衛と日米同盟のバトンを繋ぎ続けてきた日本の防衛政策の歩み。 5年間で43兆円という巨大な防衛費のリアル。特別法人税やタバコ税、所得税など、現実味を帯びてきた防衛財源の確保と増税の足音。 反撃能力の要「トマホーク400発」の米側納入遅延問題と、熊本や静岡に着々と初配備が進む射程1000km超の国産「25式地対艦誘導弾」「25式高速滑空弾」による二重の備え。深刻すぎる自衛隊の人手不足！現場主力（士）の充足率約8割、新入隊員の計画達成率51%という衝撃の数字と、小泉防衛大臣も掲げる「世界一の無人アセット化」への舵切り。陸海空の壁を取り払う自衛隊史上最大級の組織改編！2025年3月発足の「統合作戦司令部」と、「一源三流」の精神で米軍と向き合う新たな指揮構造。GCAP（日英伊）、AUKUS、QUAD（日米豪印）といった「同志国」ネットワークによるリスクヘッジと、2027年問題を見据えた台湾有事・住民避難計画の現実。ロシアと北朝鮮の急接近によって日本が直面する「中国・北朝鮮・ロシア」の3正面の脅威。1970年の初版白書で中曽根康弘氏が願った「お茶の間での防衛議論」。94ページから500ページ超へと肥大化した白書の55年を振り返りつつ、今も続くサザエさんの日常と平和のありがたみを噛みしめる感動のフィナーレです！■eVTOLラジオへのメッセージはこちらから https://forms.gle/mib37UcseFvpzyGa8SNSリンク■X/Twitter https://twitter.com/evtolradio

今そこにある危機のために、安全保障をより深く知ったほうが良いと思ってしまった1人のパパが、夜な夜なこっそり独演する、日本の防衛に対する興味、好奇心、危機意識をみんなに聴いてもらおうというラジオです。eVTOLのイの字も出てこない「安全保障ラジオ」シリーズ第6回！今回は2016年〜2022年、これまでの日常がガラガラと音を立てて崩れ去り、日本の防衛思想が盾だけでなく「矛」を持つへと決定的に舵を切った激動の7年間を深掘りします。ある男が大統領になって「5倍払え」と迫り、頭の上をミサイルがバンバン飛び、世界が病気で止まり、隣国への武力侵攻で戦後の常識が崩壊したカオスな時代、防衛白書は何を綴ったのか？アメリカ・ファーストの嵐！同盟国を揺さぶるトランプ大統領の登場と、当選直後のトランプタワー電撃訪問から始まった安倍首相の「ゴルフ外交」の舞台裏。北朝鮮が事実上のICBM（大陸間弾道ミサイル）を完成させた衝撃。襟裳岬の遥か先へと日本列島の上空を2回も飛び越えた「火星12号」と、Jアラートが朝の静寂を切り裂いたあの日の記憶。宇宙・サイバー・電磁波の目に見えない戦い！平成30年の「30大綱」で生まれた「多次元統合防衛力」と、特捜隊のような新組織「宇宙作戦隊」や「サイバー防衛隊」の誕生。中国の「戦狼外交」と尖閣諸島への接続水域に年間333日も押し寄せる公船。そして2022年、世界を震撼させたロシアのウクライナ侵攻が日本に突きつけた「今日のウクライナは明日の東アジア」というリアル。 歴史の大きな分岐点となった安倍元首相の暗殺事件。その遺志を継ぐ形で策定された戦後最大の安保政策転換「安保三文書」と、ついに保有を決めた「反撃能力」。 トマホーク400発の購入と、GDP比2%（5年間で43兆円）という異次元の防衛費増額。などなど。戦後50年以上守り続けてきた「GNP1%枠」の壁を突破し、日本が自らを守り抜く主体的意思を示した歴史の特異点をマニアックに深掘りする回です！ ■eVTOLラジオへのメッセージはこちらから https://forms.gle/mib37UcseFvpzyGa8SNSリンク ■X/Twitter https://twitter.com/evtolradio

今そこにある危機のために、安全保障をより深く知ったほうが良いと思ってしまった1人のパパが、夜な夜なこっそり独演する、日本の防衛に対する興味、好奇心、危機意識をみんなに聴いてもらおうというラジオです。 eVTOLのイの字も出てこない「安全保障ラジオ」シリーズ第5回！今回は2010年〜2015年、34年続いた「基盤的防衛力構想」がついに終わりを迎え、日本の防衛思想がコペルニクス的転換を遂げた怒涛の5年間を深掘りします。サザエさんが裸足で駆けていくお茶の間の裏で、ずっと並走していた自衛隊の防衛思想。ドカベンの山田太郎やタッチを交えた爆笑アニメクイズから、34年間守り続けた「料亭の味」のようなベース思想が崩れた歴史的瞬間へ。じっと待つ「基盤的防衛力」から、自ら動く「動的防衛力」へ！民主党・菅内閣が断行した、戦後最大級の防衛シフト。北から南西諸島へ、自衛隊の頭の向きがガラリと向き直った転換点の真実。石原都知事の「都が買う」発言から始まった、2012年尖閣諸島国有化のドタバタ劇。ほぼ毎日のように押し寄せる中国公船の常態化に、白書が使った「看過し難い」という極めて異例の強い言葉。第二次安倍政権で一気に加速する防衛改革。日本版NSC（国家安全保障会議）の設立と、外交・防衛を一体化した最上位文書「NSS（国家安全保障戦略）」誕生の舞台裏。 F-35A戦闘機にいずも型護衛艦、そしてオスプレイ。これってもはや「ほぼ空母」では？トモダチ作戦から組織化された「統合機動防衛力」のリアルな装備品たち。 昭和51年から続いた「武器輸出三原則」の撤廃と、防衛装備移転三原則への歴史的見直し。国際共同開発（GCAP）への道を開いた、ものづくりの新ルール。 戦後最大の論争となった「集団的自衛権の限定行使」と「安保法制」。国会前の12万人デモの熱狂、そして審議216時間の末の大混乱の委員会、議事録に「議場騒然聴取不能」と刻まれたあの緊迫の一夜。「平和」は唱えているだけでは決して到来しない。日本を取り巻く環境が「戦後最も厳しい」と言われ始める中、理想と現実の狭間で自国を守り抜く決意を固めていった、激動の5年間のドラマをお届けします！■eVTOLラジオへのメッセージはこちらから https://forms.gle/mib37UcseFvpzyGa8SNSリンク ■X/Twitter https://twitter.com/evtolradio

Welcome to Episode 141 of The Journey Is The Reward!On this episode, Micah and Brian are bringing you on-the-ground, high-flying coverage straight from the flight line at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh!With a mountain of field recordings to get through—and the guys determined not to turn Oshkosh into another six-episode Singapore Airshow mega-series—Listener Lu's question is held in a temporary holding pattern until next time. However, the guys make room on the runway to respond to listener feedback from Listener Jim and Chef Kathy.Before rolling the tapes, Brian shares his first-hand observations from the grounds: Oshkosh is massive, the aviation crowd is exceptionally friendly, and—perhaps most importantly for event logistics—the port-a-potties are shockingly clean.From there, Brian brings us right into the action with an impressive lineup of field interviews and recordings, featuring:Jack Pelton, President of the EAA.Lydon from eVTOL pioneer Joby Aviation.Mike from Factory Direct Models.Capt. Dan from the iconic Goodyear Blimp.Plus, an exclusive interview with the proud owner of a classic Cessna 195!So sit back, relax, and enjoy the stories. Because around here, the journey is the reward.As always, our ears are blessed by the utterly soul-stirring, goosebump-inducing sounds of the Madalitso Youth Choir! Their Welcome and Goodbye songs, recorded straight from the Royal Livingstone Hotel in Zambia, are pure magic.You can always find the audio recording at www.thejourneyisthereward.org.

In this episode, host Jason Pritchard speaks with Doug Washburn, Vice President of Engineering and Flight Safety at Hartzell Propeller. Doug highlights how Hartzell's century of aviation heritage—specifically its certification expertise and high-volume production capacity—supports the emerging Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and eVTOL sectors. The conversation focuses on complex engineering challenges, such as transition loading, extreme weight sensitivity, and noise reduction. Doug notes that minimizing noise relies heavily on larger propeller diameters rotating at slower tip speeds, alongside advanced blade geometries. He emphasizes the critical need for early collaboration between propeller manufacturers, electric motor developers, and aircraft OEMs to optimize overall system efficiency and packaging. Doug also discusses regulatory progress, digital engineering, and Hartzell's work with partners like Beta Technologies. He identifies infrastructure, airspace management, and public acceptance as key hurdles for the industry over the next five years.

Join Rémi Petitfrere, Global Vice President and Head of Strategy at SynMetabio, for an insightful masterclass on taking frontier deep-tech out of the laboratory and scaling it into a market-dominant global industry. While the Western tech ecosystem excels at early-stage concept validation and venture marketing, the transition from "promising startup" to high-volume commercial production often falters at the scale-up stage. Drawing on over two decades of cross-border executive experience between Europe and China—including C-level leadership at EHang through its 2019 Nasdaq IPO, leadership roles at Volocopter, and cross-border investment advisory—Rémi demonstrates why manufacturing capacity, unit economics, and supply chain integration matter far more than theoretical technological novelty.

今そこにある危機のために、安全保障をより深く知ったほうが良いと思ってしまった1人のパパが、夜な夜なこっそり独演する、日本の防衛に対する興味、好奇心、危機意識をみんなに聴いてもらおうというラジオです。 eVTOLのイの字も出てこない「安全保障ラジオ」シリーズ第4回！今回は2004年〜2015年、隣の国が経済的にも軍事的に「筋トレ」を始め、日本の防衛の重心が北から南へと大きく向き直った激動の12年間を深掘りします。 「自衛隊が活動しているところが非戦闘地域だ」！サマーワ派遣で直面した、循環定義のような法的なフィクションと現場の生々しいリアル。帰国後のPTSDの課題や、宿営地へのロケット弾貫通の痕跡が残した重い教訓。 自衛隊のポスターに新山千春さん起用でヨッシーが大感謝？そんなお茶の間トークを挟みつつ、11年で約3.6倍に急膨張した中国の国防費と、接続水域への侵入常態化、そしてネットを揺るがした「sengoku38」動画流出事件の衝撃。34年ぶりの歴史的大転換となった「16大綱」の策定。北海道の戦車を半分に減らし、ミサイル防衛（BMD）と島嶼防衛へ舵を切った「量から質、そして機動性」へのシフト。2007年、ついに「防衛庁」から「防衛省」への昇格へ。 3.11東日本大震災における、自衛隊史上最大の「10万人体制」。陸海空を初めて統合的に指揮した「統合任務部隊（JTF）」結成の現場の裏話と、震災発生からわずか2日で駆けつけた米軍空母ロナルド・レーガンによる「トモダチ作戦」の絆。「空母の25マイル以内に近づくな！」という撃墜警告の電報や、原子力空母が被曝した際の世界戦略への影響を巡る日米の緊迫したやり取り。船橋洋一氏の著書『カウントダウン・メルトダウン』から読み解く、知られざる極限の危機管理とは？ 第5回と言ったがあれは嘘だ、第6回と言ったがあれも嘘だ！？終わりが見えないまま、日本が「盾」として国民の絶対的な信頼を勝ち得ていく一方で、南西シフトへと劇的に変化していく激動の12年間をマニアックに深掘りする回です！■eVTOLラジオへのメッセージはこちらから https://forms.gle/mib37UcseFvpzyGa8SNSリンク ■X/Twitter https://twitter.com/evtolradio

今そこにある危機のために、安全保障をより深く知ったほうが良いと思ってしまった1人のパパが、夜な夜なこっそり独演する、日本の防衛に対する興味、好奇心、危機意識をみんなに聴いてもらおうというラジオです。eVTOLのイの字も出てこない「安全保障ラジオ」シリーズ第3回！今回は2001年〜2003年、わずか2年3ヶ月の間に「安全保障の常識」が根底から覆された、濃密すぎる時間を深掘りします。あの日、2001年9月11日。夜のバラエティ番組の途中、画面はライブの惨劇へ。映画だと思った光景が現実になり、死をも恐れない「非国家主体」のテロ組織が、国家間の抑止理論を根底から破壊した歴史的転換点。「Show the Flag（旗を見せろ）」。湾岸戦争の「小切手外交」のトラウマを抱える日本へ、アーミテージ氏が突きつけた言葉の真意。就任わずか5ヶ月の小泉首相が、通常1000日かかる法改正をわずか24日間で成し遂げた、執念の「テロ対策特措法」成立の舞台裏。「世界一」と評されたインド洋の洋上補給。9年間で約800回、一人の犠牲者も出さずに多国籍軍を支え続けた海上自衛隊の職人技。そして要求は「Boots on the Ground（地上に靴を置け）」へとエスカレートし、自衛隊はついにサマーワという「戦地」の隣へ足を踏み出す。「悪の枢軸」発言と、大義名分が揺らいだイラク戦争への支持。戦闘訓練が「広大な演習場での戦車戦」から「建物への突入」という対ゲリラ戦へ激変した当時の生々しい現場感覚。などなど…。 「平和」は唱えているだけでは決して到来しない。国際社会の安全こそが日本の安全であるという新たな現実に、日本が「主体的な判断」で汗をかき始めた、激動の2年間の軌跡をマニアックに深掘りします！■eVTOLラジオへのメッセージはこちらから https://forms.gle/mib37UcseFvpzyGa8SNSリンク■X/Twitter https://twitter.com/evtolradio

In this episode of the Planet MicroCap Podcast, I spoke with Shawn Behnam and Gabriel Etessami, Co-Founders of Garden Capital Management, for their first-ever investing podcast appearance. We break down their S-curve framework for identifying technologies at the early stages of adoption, how they think about position sizing when the outcome is clear but the timing isn't, and why they run a concentrated portfolio in a space where most people default to diversification. We also get into their current conviction on energy infrastructure as an AI tailwind, a deep look at Joby Aviation and the eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) space, and where they think market consensus is simply wrong right now. For more information about Garden Capital Management, please visit: https://www.gardencapitalmanagement.com/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Garden Capital and the Podcast 02:06 Backgrounds of Shawn and Gab and their investment philosophies 06:55 The origin of their interest in equity analysis and early-stage tech 15:06 Understanding the S-curve and its significance in investing 21:10 Differentiating real inflection points from false signals 27:48 Managing uncertainty and sizing positions in long-term bets 32:10 Focus on smaller companies and the investment universe 38:09 Emerging themes like energy demand and quantum computing 41:51 Market consensus and identifying mispriced opportunities 49:59 The role of social media and fan engagement in investing 54:51 The importance of management quality and team alignment 01:01:52 Key experiences shaping their investment approach 01:02:53 How to find undervalued companies on the S-curve 01:04:11 Closing thoughts and contact information for Garden Capital Planet Microcap hosts the highest quality in-person microcap events in North America. The mission is to bring the best microcap investors, companies, and allocators together to gather, connect, and grow.; visit https://planetmicrocap.com/ to learn more about our Las Vegas and Toronto events. This presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security referenced herein. Planet MicroCap Holdings LLC and MicroCapClub LLC (collectively, “we” or “our”) are not licensed brokers nor registered investment advisors. We, our partners, contractors, members, subscribers, guests, or affiliates may or may not hold positions in one or more of the securities mentioned in this presentation and may trade in such securities at any time. We may have received cash compensation from one or more participants for presenting at past, present, or future events. We recommend you consult a licensed investment adviser, broker, or legal counsel before purchasing or selling any securities referenced in this presentation.

This week on Autonomy Signals presented by KPMG, Grayson Brulte and Rob Grant discuss Uber fully exiting its equity position in Serve Robotics as the delivery partnership ends, CaoCao launching robotaxi operations in Hangzhou, and Boeing offloading Wisk, SkyGrid and Insitu to Archer Aviation in a deal that trades equity for cash flow.Uber recently liquidated its entire remaining stake in Serve Robotics, as Serve announced on their Q2 2026 earnings call that the company will not be renewing its delivery partnership when the contract expires in 2027, exposing the pitfalls of being reliant on a demand aggregation platform.While Uber and Serve prepare to part ways, CaoCao launched public road testing without a safety driver in Hangzhou's Binjiang District with a fleet of roughly 100 vehicles, backed by parent Geely's manufacturing might and a purpose-built EvaCab robotaxi with a sub $35,000 BOM cost targeting 100,000 units by 2030.As China's robotaxi industry grows, Boeing exited autonomy by selling Wisk, SkyGrid and Insitu to Archer Aviation for a 19.75% equity stake, immediately re-anchoring Archer's valuation on defense cash flow rather than eVTOL speculation while pushing autonomous certification down the line.Episode Chapters0:00 KPMG Sponsor Introduction01:32 Signal 1: Uber and Serve Robotics Get Divorced31:40 Signal 2: CaoCao Vertically Integrates Robotaxis1:00:10 Signal 3: Boeing Exits Autonomy with Archer Aviation DealFollow The Road to Autonomy Indices--------About The Road to AutonomyThe Road to Autonomy is the leading applied intelligence platform covering the convergence of automation, autonomy, and the Autonomy Economy.™.Through our podcasts, newsletter, and proprietary applied intelligence, we set the narrative for institutional investors, industry executives, and policymakers navigating the convergence of automation, autonomy, and economic growth.Join institutional investors and industry leaders who read This Week in The Autonomy Economy every Sunday. Each edition delivers exclusive insight and commentary on the autonomy economy, helping you stay ahead of what's next.Sign up for This Week in The Autonomy Economy newsletterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Uber is going all-in on autonomous vehicles, committing roughly $10 billion across more than 30 AV partnerships. But how many of those bets will actually produce commercially viable robotaxis—and does Uber ultimately become the Expedia of autonomous transportation?In this episode of The Autonocast, Alex Roy, Ed Niedermeyer, and Kirsten Korosec break down Uber's sprawling autonomy strategy and debate which partners have the best chance of reaching meaningful scale. The discussion covers Waymo's relationship with Uber, Wayve's prospects in London, the Lucid-Nuro robotaxi program, Rivian's autonomy ambitions, and whether consumers will ultimately book directly with robotaxi brands or through aggregators like Uber.The crew also examines Lucid's operational reset, including major cost reductions, leadership changes, its delayed midsize EV, Saudi manufacturing plans, and why the Uber-Nuro robotaxi partnership could become critical to Lucid's future.Then it's on to Ford's proposed $30,000 electric pickup, what it could mean for affordable EV adoption, and whether Ford's scale and manufacturing experience threaten EV startup Slate. The hosts debate Ford's opportunity to finally build a profitable mass-market EV platform, the importance of quality and reliability, and whether consumers really want the stripped-down, analog experience Slate is promising.Plus: Joby vs. Archer in the eVTOL race, the Porsche Cayenne EV, Tesla FSD and ADAS as a purchasing decision, Alex's increasingly eccentric car collection—and what he should buy next.Topics include: Uber robotaxis, autonomous vehicles, Waymo, Wayve, Nuro, Lucid Motors, Rivian, Tesla FSD, Ford EVs, Slate Auto, affordable electric vehicles, Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation, eVTOL, robotaxi economics, AV regulation, self-driving cars, EV manufacturing, ADAS, and the future of mobility.

Whenever RocketLab reports earnings these days, investors and analysts are far more interested in Neutron rocket updates than anything else. No wonder it was the most discussed topic on the conference call. Travis, Matt, and Tyler dissect Rocketlab's earnings and opportunities in the space economy. Plus, ON Holdings decides to prioritize margins, and eVTOL companies Archer Aviation & Joby Aviation try to one up each other. Have a question? Email us; podcasts@fool.com Tyler Crowe, Travis Hoium, and Matt Frankel discuss: - RocketLab's earnings and the Neutron schedule- Investing opportunities in the space economy- On Holdings earnings- The give and take of DTC sales for retailers- eVTOL acquisitions Companies discussed: RKLB, ONON, NKE, UA, ACHR, JOBY, BA Host: Tyler CroweGuests: Travis Hoium, Matt FrankelEngineer: Kristi Waterworth Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

今そこにある危機のために、安全保障をより深く知ったほうが良いと思ってしまった1人のパパが、夜な夜なこっそり独演する、日本の防衛に対する興味、好奇心、危機意識をみんなに聴いてもらおうというラジオです。eVTOLのイの字も出てこない「安全保障ラジオ」シリーズ第2回！ 前回の中曽根時代（冷戦期）を駆け抜け、舞台はいよいよ1990年代へ。ベルリンの壁崩壊で「平和の配当」を期待した世界に突きつけられた、冷酷な現実の13年間（1990年〜2003年）を深掘りします。1990年、白書から突如消えた「ソ連軍の脅威」。 しかし「将来を見通すことは時期尚早」と記した白書の慎重な姿勢が、その後の動乱を予見？湾岸戦争への130億ドルもの巨額支援、しかし感謝広告に日本の名は載らず…。 世界から突きつけられた「小切手外交」という痛恨のトラウマ！国会採決を11時間半もマヒさせた牛歩戦術！ 「自衛隊を海外に出す」という、今では考えられないほど凄まじい対立があったPKO法案成立の舞台裏。カンボジアPKOで失われた尊い命。 国連ボランティアの中田さんが無線で残した最期の言葉「I am dying」と、引き換えに届けられた民主主義の果実。 現代まで宿題として残る「PKO参加5原則」の原点。突如出現した隣国の脅威！ 1993年北朝鮮のNPT脱退と、日本全域を射程に収めたノドン・ミサイルの衝撃に 「日本も直接の脅威下」に！歴史のアイロニー！ かつて自衛隊を「違憲」としていた社会党出身の村山首相が、自衛隊を認め「07大綱」を策定。 9.11の5年も前に、白書が「国際テロリズム」という新たな脅威を予見？1998年テポドン1号の日本列島通過と、Jアラートもない時代の「情報の空白」。 日本の弾道ミサイル防衛（BMD）を一気に加速させた歴史…などなど。「平和」は唱えるだけでは決して到来しない。 冷戦が終わった世界で、日本が「小切手外交」の蔑称を振り払い、理想と現実の間で汗をかきながら自らの役割を模索し続けた、苦悩とドラマの13年間をお届けします！■eVTOLラジオへのメッセージはこちらから https://forms.gle/mib37UcseFvpzyGa8 SNSリンク■X/Twitter https://twitter.com/evtolradio関連リンク■データベース「世界と日本」https://worldjpn.net/front.shtml

Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 600)  August 11th, 2026 TOPICS:  California Rideshare Union Autonomous, eVTOL, & Lies Illegal Fraud Account Update Spark and DoorDash Tip Stealing Waymo Kills Pedestrian iPhone Users, the GIGU app is now available, sign up below:  https://www.gigu.app/us/ios

- China Sales Sink Again - Chevrolet Gives Up in China - What, Mercedes with McDonalds? - BMW Boosts Recycling - Boeing Sells VTOL Tech to Archer - GM Sells Battery Shares to Samsung - Hybrids Could Be 40% of All Sales - Ram Launches New Diesel in Power Wagon - Hyundai Tests Electronic Before Building Cars

- China Sales Sink Again - Chevrolet Gives Up in China - What, Mercedes with McDonalds? - BMW Boosts Recycling - Boeing Sells VTOL Tech to Archer - GM Sells Battery Shares to Samsung - Hybrids Could Be 40% of All Sales - Ram Launches New Diesel in Power Wagon - Hyundai Tests Electronic Before Building Cars

P.M. Edition for Aug. 10. The FDA has laid out new rules intended to make the food system more transparent, part of an overhaul promised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. WSJ reporter Liz Essley Whyte discusses how the new rules would work and why guidelines for ultraprocessed foods didn't come today. Plus, as Iran strengthens its demands in negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf states have begun accepting a new reality: that Tehran will control the strait for the foreseeable future. We hear from WSJ Middle East correspondent Benoit Faucon about what they are doing about it. And more than 70 people have been killed in a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Boeing is selling its flying-taxi venture to Archer Aviation. And the Iran war has been a boon for Chinese EV companies. Danny Lewis hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The latest episode of the eVTOL Insights Podcast welcomes Craig Foster, Co-founder and Senior Research Consultant at Valor Consultancy, to discuss the commercial realities shaping the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Drawing on Valor's latest research into both the electric air taxi and commercial drone markets, Foster explores why the industry is entering a new phase where commercial viability is becoming just as important as technological innovation. Throughout the conversation, Foster examines the assumptions that fuelled the sector's early growth, including expectations around battery technology, operating costs and certification timelines. He explains why metrics such as Cost per Available Seat Mile (CASM) are critical to understanding whether passenger eVTOL services can become profitable, while highlighting the challenges posed by battery replacement costs, infrastructure investment, landing fees and pilot availability. The discussion also looks beyond passenger aircraft, identifying defence, cargo operations and regional air mobility as potentially stronger near-term business opportunities. Foster argues that the commercial drone industry provides valuable lessons for AAM by demonstrating that long-term success depends on solving real operational problems rather than simply introducing new technology.

Most people think the aerospace supply chain is crawling back to normal after the pandemic. But that's not what's happening. The industry is scaling in a permanently elevated demand environment. Commercial aviation is rebuilding. Defense budgets are structurally higher. New platforms like EVTOL, drones, hypersonics, and space are moving into production. This isn't a strain; it's a structural transformation. And in a world obsessed with engines and airframes, the real leverage sits in the smallest parts. At the same time, complexity is rising. Aircraft are lighter, more electronic, and more integrated. Tolerances are tighter, and the margin for error is gone. This is where FDH Aero comes in: distribution reimagined as a strategic capability. In a high-velocity, high-complexity market, reliability becomes a strategy. How is FDH embedding itself within OEM production lines while operating under private-equity intensity? And what kind of leadership does that require? In this special replay episode, I'm joined by the CEO of FDH Aero, Ian Walsh.  We unpack how FDH Aero scaled to a billion dollars by mastering the parts that make flight possible. We also discuss why the next decade of aerospace growth may be less about building more airplanes and more about controlling the hardware layer beneath them. You'll also learn: Why aerospace supply chains aren't “recovering”; they're structurally transforming How a single missing bolt can shut down a billion-dollar production line Why distribution is becoming a strategic layer, not just a transactional one The difference between organic growth and inorganic scale in a fragmented supply base How private equity is accelerating consolidation in aerospace and defense Why value creation in PE is about process discipline, not short-term spikes The leadership shift required when moving from public OEMs to PE-backed companies Why smaller, lighter, more electronic platforms will reshape parts demand Where the real upside sits: commercial, defense, business aviation, or emerging platforms How embedding into product development cycles creates long-term supply chain “stickiness.” The mindset difference between statistical improvement and “luck wrapped in chaos.”   About the Guest Ian Walsh is the CEO of FDH Aero. He brings over 35 years of executive leadership across the U.S. Marine Corps, commercial and general aviation, defense, and industrial end markets to FDH. Most recently, Walsh served as Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Kaman Aerospace Corporation, a provider of highly engineered components and subsystems to commercial aviation, aerospace, defense, and medical end-markets. At Kaman, Walsh led the evolution of the global company into customer-centric operating segments. Before that, Walsh was COO at REV Group, Inc., a provider of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts, and spent more than 15 years in operational and P&L leadership at Textron, Inc. At both companies, Walsh drove new product development and process optimization. Earlier in his career, he served as an officer and naval aviator in the U.S. Marine Corps with combat tours in Somalia, Haiti, and Bosnia. He is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt in operations and continuous improvement. Connect with Ian on LinkedIn.    About Your Host Craig Picken is an Executive Recruiter, writer, speaker, and ICF Trained Executive Coach. He is focused on recruiting senior-level leadership, sales, and operations executives in the aviation and aerospace industry. His clients include premier OEMs, aircraft operators, leasing/financial organizations, and Maintenance/Repair/Overhaul (MRO) providers. Since 2008, he has personally concluded more than 400 executive-level searches in a variety of disciplines. Craig is the ONLY industry executive recruiter who has professionally flown airplanes, sold airplanes, and successfully run a P&L in the aviation industry. His professional career started with a passion for airplanes. After eight years' experience as a decorated Naval Flight Officer – with more than 100 combat missions, 2,000 hours of flight time, and 325 aircraft carrier landings – Craig sought challenges in business aviation, where he spent more than 7 years in sales with both Gulfstream Aircraft and Bombardier Business Aircraft. Craig is also a sought-after industry speaker who has presented at Corporate Jet Investor, International Aviation Women's Association, and SOCAL Aviation Association.    Resources For more aerospace industry news & commentary: https://craigpicken.com/insights/.  To learn more about Craig Picken, visit https://craigpicken.com/.  

空の移動をもっと身近にしたいと思ってしまった4人のパパたち&1人のリケジョが、夜な夜なこっそり繰り広げる、eVTOL(=空飛ぶクルマ)に対する興味、好奇心、社会実装への情熱を語り合うラジオです。Youtubeリンクはコチラ https://youtu.be/0lJA3NtBjhQファンボロー・エアショー現地レポ後編！アッキーが単独で、イギリスの芝生の上からお届け。今回は「これぞエアショー！」なド派手な機体展示と、貴重な有人フライトの熱狂をサクッと深掘りします。ブラジルの本気！エンブラエル傘下「Eve」のモックアップに突入。8個のプロペラが並ぶ独特の姿と、アスペクト比全開の美しい主翼。レカロ製シートの座り心地にも注目？欧州の無人機戦略がエグい！ステルス無人機「U760 レイヴンストーム」の圧倒的な存在感。2030年代、空はAIと無人機が支配するのか？ブーメランみたいなプロペラ？最新ヘリ「H160」の機能美。実は世界初の納入先は日本！ドクターヘリや警察で活躍する「静かすぎる」最新テクノロジー？今回の主役！日英伊の次期戦闘機「GCAP」。1時間待ちの大行列にアッキー断念。小泉防衛大臣も乗り込んだモックアップと、カナダ参戦で沸く会場の熱気！デカすぎるトヨタの看板！「Joby Aviation」の一等地ブース。4枚ドアで広々とした新型キャビンの「カリフォルニア感」溢れるデザインの秘密？  初の有人デモ！バーティカル社「VX4」の垂直離陸から水平飛行へのトランジション。マーク・ムーアのツッコミを跳ね除け、360度ホバリングで見せつけた欧州メーカーの意地！空域のタブー？イギリスの空を中国製の攻撃機が舞う？UAE空軍アクロバットチームが見せた、東西の技術が交差するカオスでエキゾチックなフライトの衝撃 。世界中の技術が交差する真夏のイギリスで、空の覇権争いのリアルをマニアックに深掘りします！■eVTOLラジオへのメッセージはこちらからhttps://forms.gle/mib37UcseFvpzyGa8SNSリンク■X/Twitterhttps://twitter.com/evtolradio関連リンク■Farnborough International Airshowhttps://www.farnboroughairshow.com/

This week's podcast was recorded live on stage at Latitude Festival 2026, in the Cosmic Shambles Forest of Science and Culture! Helen Czerski is joined by our very own Robert Llewellyn and battery chemist Professor Saiful Islam for a wide-ranging conversation about batteries — covering everything from world-record lemon batteries to five-minute EV charging, sodium-ion tech, battery planes, and vehicle-to-grid power. https://cosmicshambles.com/ 00:00 – Introduction 02:53 – Meet the guests: Robert Llewellyn & Prof. Saiful Islam 03:34 – The world-record lemon battery (and Saiful's quest to reclaim it) 08:54 – What does a battery chemist actually do? 12:42 – Debunking range anxiety: the real stats on UK car journeys 13:34 – From gadgets to vehicles: how battery use has transformed 14:36 – How do you actually measure a "good" battery? 15:21 – Where battery R&D is focused: sustainability, cobalt, and beyond 17:19 – What is a battery? The "electrochemical sandwich" explained 19:38 – BYD's flash charging: 10–70% in 5 minutes 23:31 – Why fast charging is hard — and the safety engineering behind it 28:04 – Battery recycling: Redwood Materials and "second life" batteries 31:54 – Battery passports and tracking materials 34:59 – Sodium-ion batteries: cheaper, longer-lasting home storage 37:34 – Solid-state batteries explained (and why they're the "holy grail") 39:47 – Who's leading the battery race? China's extraordinary scale 42:44 – The tipping point: global crude oil sales are falling 46:34 – Could batteries ever power planes? eVTOL, hybrids & battery gliders 52:57 – Grid storage and vehicle-to-grid: turning EVs into power plants 55:36 – Australia's home battery boom and its impact on coal 57:36 – Audience Q&A Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff Become an Everything Electric Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow Buy the Fully Charged Guide to Electric Vehicles & Clean Energy : https://buff.ly/2GybGt0 Subscribe for episode alerts and the Everything Electric newsletter: https://fullycharged.show/zap-sign-up/ Visit: https://FullyCharged.Show Find us on X: https://x.com/Everyth1ngElec Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/officialeverythingelectric To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show EE GREATER LONDON (Twickenham) - 11th & 12th Sept 2026 EE SYDNEY - Sydney Olympic Park - 18th - 20th Sept 2026 #fullychargedshow #everythingelectricshow #homeenergy #cleanenergy #battery #electriccars #electric-vehicles-uk

Ex-Byton-Chef Daniel Kirchert erklärt, welche Technologiewelle nach dem E-Auto aus China kommt und prognostiziert, dass es schon in den nächsten fünf Jahren einigen der größten Autobauer an den Kragen geht.

Ex-Byton-Chef Daniel Kirchert erklärt, welche Technologiewelle nach dem E-Auto aus China kommt und prognostiziert, dass es schon in den nächsten fünf Jahren einigen der größten Autobauer an den Kragen geht.

In this episode, Paulo discuss the engineering realities of bringing advanced air mobility from flight testing to commercial operations. He argues that certification remains the industry's defining milestone, with successful flight test campaigns providing regulators the confidence needed to approve new aircraft. Paolo explains how startups must build industrialisation, supply chains, airworthiness capabilities and long-term support structures alongside aircraft development, rather than after certification. He also highlights the growing role of digital engineering, digital twins and AI-driven modelling in reducing development time while maintaining the rigorous safety standards expected in aerospace. Drawing on Explio's experience supporting several leading eVTOL manufacturers, he outlines how combining traditional aerospace expertise with emerging technologies can accelerate development without compromising certification.

Ohio is positioning itself as a global leader in advanced air mobility (AAM) by building on its rich aerospace heritage, manufacturing expertise, and collaborative innovation ecosystem. In this episode, JobsOhio President and CEO JP Nauseef explains how the state offers a unique end-to-end environment where companies can design, test, certify, manufacture, and scale eVTOL aircraft within a single region. He highlights key assets including the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE), FAA-approved test airspace, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and a network of more than 640 aerospace companies. The discussion also explores Ohio's investments in workforce development, infrastructure, and industry partnerships, including a $300 million experiential learning initiative to train future technicians. Looking ahead, Nauseef outlines how supportive policies, commercial deployment, and continued collaboration will help Ohio attract global investment while creating high-value jobs and shaping the future of aviation.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.volts.wtf/subscribeMost of the energy decisions that touch daily life in America get made in state legislatures, and the people making them are increasingly new to the job. In smaller states, a freshly elected lawmaker gets a pad of paper, no staff, and about 150 lobbyists at the door, then votes on billion-dollar energy budgets in a landscape where the technology changes faster than anyone can track. On this episode of Volts, David Roberts talks with Hawaii state Senator Chris Lee, co-founder of the Electric Innovation Initiative, a bipartisan network betting that education moves electrification faster than mandates: put lawmakers in front of working technology, connect them across state lines, and let affordability carry the argument where climate framing will not. As Lee puts it, "nine times out of ten, people just don't know what they don't know."Chapters:00:00 Introduction03:39 How electrification clicked: the 2008 iPhone moment06:10 The education gap: why the initiative exists11:35 Proxy staff and cross-state validation15:44 What lands on the tours: eVTOL to the data-center win-win20:51 Plain 'electrification': the bipartisan framing bet26:28 Climate hushing and Hawaii's two-track proof30:17 Policy that spreads: e-buses, heat pumps, RFPs37:37 Utility business-model reform: Hawaii's PBR law42:03 Affordability after the federal subsidies45:22 Hawaii under pressure: LNG and the Lahaina grid51:53 State power against federal hostility55:19 The ten-year vision and the closing advice

All aboard for a British success story in the making? Bristol-based Vertical Aerospace is closer and closer to becoming a reality, and Robert Llewellyn discusses its progress with its Chief Engineer, David King, and how better and better battery technology has made it all possible.   Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show EE GREATER LONDON (Twickenham) - 11th & 12th Sept 2026 EE SYDNEY - Sydney Olympic Park - 18th - 20th Sept 2026 To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show   00:00 Why this eVTOL episode matters 04:35 Who are Vertical Aerospace? 06:00 The São Paulo traffic jam idea 08:00 Why batteries finally made electric flight possible 13:30 David's background: V-22 Osprey & tiltrotors 17:30 Helicopters' Achilles' heels! 22:00 Why the Velo will be dramatically quieter 32:30Why electric motors are perfect for VTOL power spikes 44:30 Battery safety: fire testing & crash protection 47:30 Certifying to airliner safety standards   Check out our sister channel Everything Electric CARS: https://www.youtube.com/@fullychargedshow Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff Become an Everything Electric Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow Become a YouTube member: use JOIN button above Buy the Fully Charged Guide to Electric Vehicles & Clean Energy : https://buff.ly/2GybGt0 Subscribe for episode alerts and the Everything Electric newsletter: https://fullycharged.show/zap-sign-up/ Visit: https://FullyCharged.Show Find us on X: https://x.com/Everyth1ngElec Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/officialeverythingelectric

What to expect at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 and an interview with the Manager of Onsite Learning at the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum. Also, how L3Harris converted the Qatari-gifted 747 into Air Force One, the Cirrus TRAC10, window seat lawsuits, a rule change to allow supersonic flight over the United States, and an update on Boom Supersonic's strategy for its self-developed Symphony engine. Image by Linda and Lily. Guest Dick Knapinski is Director of Communications for the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). He has served in that capacity since 2010 and has been with the organization since 1992. Dick serves as the liaison between the media and EAA throughout the year, particularly during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the world’s largest fly-in convention. The event runs July 20-26, 2026. Dick Knapinski Boeing Plaza will be packed with aircraft to celebrate the aviation technology theme. Currently planned innovation displays for July 21 include BETA Technologies, Bye Aerospace, Jetson, American Drone, MagniX, Zipline, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Airhart Aeronautics, Merlin Labs, Amazon Delivery, and Starlight Productions. In addition to the displays on Boeing Plaza, Bye Aerospace, Jetson, BETA Technologies, American Drone, and ScaleWings plan to fly during the afternoon air show. Drone delivery company Wing will display the latest developments in its operations at Twilight Flight Fest. Learn more about the AirVenture Airshows and performers, Aircraft Anniversaries & Gatherings, Authors Corner, AviationTech, KidVenture, and the Fly-In Theater. Rare warbird static/flying displays will include the B-29 “Doc,” as well as a rare Consolidated PB4Y and the CAF’s B-24 Liberator on static display at Boeing Plaza. Vicky Benzing will fly her P-51 “Plum Crazy,” and Bernie Vasquez will demo a Republic P-47 Thunderbolt in afternoon shows. The Aviation Gateway Park will spotlight helicopters, advanced vertical lift platforms, and eVTOL aircraft through static displays and interactive exhibits. Before joining EAA, Dick built a broadcasting career in Wisconsin, including stints as Program Director at WNBI Radio, News Director at WMGV Radio, and Station Manager at WLFM-FM/Wisconsin Public Radio. He also spent years as a sportswriter for the Appleton Post-Crescent. Dick holds a private pilot certificate and remains active as a writer and spokesperson for EAA. Aviation News How was the new Air Force One prepared for flight? The two permanent VC-25 replacements were selected in 2015, and the $3.9 billion fixed-price contract was signed in February 2018. Boeing began physical refurbishment work in February 2020 on two 747-8I airframes originally built for the bankrupt Russian carrier Transaero. Boeing has already reported $2.5 billion in losses on the program. The current delivery target for the first jet is between 2027 and 2028, with the second jet to follow later. The ex-Qatari 747-8 “bridge” aircraft was gifted to the U.S. Air Force in May 2025 and entered service on July 1, 2026. L3Harris did the conversion in about 10 months. The quick conversion was accomplished due to several factors: Pre-staged employees operated on a 24/7, three-shift structure. (Boeing has worked a normal single-shift industrial pace, with no incentive to surge, staff once costs started ballooning.) The bridge aircraft came with a luxury interior. (Boeing's jets had incomplete interiors – basically shells.) Missing VC-25 elements. Reports (unconfirmed by the government) include no evidence of defensive countermeasures and a lack of EMP hardening. L3Harris didn’t out-engineer Boeing. They ran a 24/7 surge crew on a plane that already had a finished VIP interior, targeted a much narrower requirement (“executive airlift” vs. full presidential command-post survivability), and the government has not been forthcoming about which hardened-aircraft features (EMP shielding, missile countermeasures, full secure comms suite) were omitted. See also: Trump wants the $400M Qatari-gifted new Air Force One to be the centerpiece of his presidential library. But there's a problem. Cirrus launches TRAC10, a new light aircraft for the flight training market Purpose-designed for flight schools and to be powered by a turbocharged Rotax 916 iSc FADEC engine, the plane has a three-seat interior, a Garmin flight deck, and the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System. Cirrus says they have 100 orders from 13 flight schools. United Airlines must face lawsuit over ‘window seats’ that lack windows Not every “window seat” has a window. Sometimes it has a wall. That's just the way it is. But last August, some passengers filed class actions ⁠against United Airlines and Delta Air Lines, claiming that the carriers failed to properly disclose the lack of a window during the booking process. United claimed that “window seat” described the seat’s location and did not contractually promise that the seat would, in fact, have a window. In San Francisco, U.S. District Judge James Donato rejected the airlines' request to dismiss the suit. New Rule Clears Way for Quiet Supersonic Flights By way of history: The FAA issued 14 CFR § 91.817 in April 1973, prohibiting civil aircraft from flying at speeds exceeding Mach 1 over land in the United States. The ban came as a result of early Air Force and NASA-controlled boom tests over cities, concerns over the Boeing 2707 SST program, and the impending arrival of the Concorde. NASA’s X-59 QueSST is flying specifically to gather community-response data on its “quiet boom” design.  In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Proposed rule: Enabling Supersonic Overland Flight), the FAA is looking to replace the blanket Mach-1 ban with a noise-based standard. Supersonic flight over land would be permitted if the boom signature falls under a certain loudness threshold. The NPRM states, “Manufacturers have demonstrated it is possible to fly supersonic aircraft without sonic booms reaching the surface by using sonic boom abatement techniques, making complete prohibition on civil supersonic flight outside of test areas no longer appropriate and an unnecessary restraint on the growth of the U.S. aviation sector.” The NPRM shifts the regulatory trigger from speed to noise. Right now, § 91.817 just bans anything faster than Mach 1 over land. The proposed rule keeps that structure but adds an exception: an operator may exceed Mach 1 if it can demonstrate that the sonic boom’s overpressure at the surface does not exceed 0.11 pounds per square foot (psf). This NPRM only covers en-route/overland boom noise. A separate rule on takeoff/landing noise is expected later this year, with both rules targeted for finalization by mid-2027. The comment period ends August 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT. Boom Supersonic Q2 2026 Update https://youtu.be/gtf0-bVSbeA?is=GmG8VhICNm4wg7tP The FAA proposal to change from speed regulation to noise regulation is something Boom Supersonic and others have been seeking. In the Boom Supersonic Q2 2026 Update video, Blake Scholl reveals Boom's strategy for the Symphony engine. The company intends to market a variant of the engine for behind-the-meter power generation that AI companies can utilize for power. In large part, the engine OEMs wouldn’t develop an engine for the Overture because the huge development cost couldn’t be covered by the expected engine volume. So when Boom announced it was developing its own engine, the business case was unclear. But by focusing on the ground power generation market, Boom can spread development costs over a greater number of engines. Also, that revenue stream would generate cash flow for the Overture program. National Air and Space Museum Celebrates 50 Years With Opening of Five New Galleries Hillel attended the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum media preview of the opening of the five galleries. Last episode, we listened to two recordings from that event. This week Hillel speaks with Mike Hulslander, the museum's Manager of Onsite Learning. Mike has worked in museums and zoos for more than 28 years and has researched, written, presented, and evaluated science programs for school groups, families, and the general public. At the Air and Space Museum, he is responsible for science-focused programs and exhibitions. Mike also manages the Museum's learning centers: How Things Fly and the Design Hangar. Mike is also an adjunct faculty member at the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education. He serves as a science educator on the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program national review panel for experiment selection and has participated in reviews for the past 11 missions aboard the Space Shuttle and the International Space Station. Supersonic demo Lift vs. Angle of Attack Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, Rob Mark, David Vanderhoof, Hillel Glazer, and Brian Coleman.

- Military Procurement Squeezing Auto Components - Hyundai, Kia, Genesis Sales Up Strong - EREV Sales Crater In China - Toyota, Joby to Make VTOLs - CATL's Battery Swapping Boom - ACEA Wants UK, Turkey and Morocco in Local Content - BMW X5 Lauches Neue Klasse X5 - Polestar U.S. Dealers Likely to Sue Company

- Military Procurement Squeezing Auto Components - Hyundai, Kia, Genesis Sales Up Strong - EREV Sales Crater In China - Toyota, Joby to Make VTOLs - CATL's Battery Swapping Boom - ACEA Wants UK, Turkey and Morocco in Local Content - BMW X5 Lauches Neue Klasse X5 - Polestar U.S. Dealers Likely to Sue Company

In this episode, host Jason Pritchard speaks with Michael about the critical role infrastructure will play in enabling the future of advanced air mobility. While much of the industry's attention has focused on aircraft development, Michael explains why vertiports, charging networks, maintenance facilities and low-altitude airspace management are equally essential for commercial eVTOL operations to succeed. The conversation explores the challenges of building a complete ecosystem for urban and regional air mobility, including regulatory approvals, planning requirements, energy provision and collaboration with organisations such as NATS and the UK Civil Aviation Authority. Michael also shares insights from Vertiports UK's feasibility studies, which assess potential locations, route networks and operational requirements across the UK. Looking ahead, he discusses how vertiports, drones and eVTOL aircraft will work together to create a connected, efficient and sustainable transportation network for passengers and cargo.

Electro Ventures has expanded its advanced air mobility portfolio with the acquisition of Vertiport Simulations, marking a significant step toward accelerating the development of eVTOL infrastructure. In this episode, host Jason Pritchard speaks with Electro Ventures' founding partner and innovation director Josh Portlock and Vertiport Simulations founder Joe Mattern about the partnership, the growing importance of simulation technology, and the future of electric aviation. The discussion explores how realistic digital simulations help airports, vertiports, operators and regulators plan charging infrastructure, aircraft operations and site layouts before construction begins. Josh and Joe explain how simulation can reduce costs, improve safety and support smarter investment decisions as the industry moves closer to commercial deployment. They also share insights on industry collaboration, charging standardisation and the growing momentum behind advanced air mobility projects, particularly in North America. Together, they highlight why infrastructure, charging solutions and strategic partnerships will be critical to turning the promise of eVTOL operations into reality.

Doroni Aerospace founder and CEO Doron Merdinger joins Chris Lustrino to discuss the realities of building a flying car company and why he believes electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles will become a major new category of transportation. Doron shares how a lifelong fascination with aviation and emerging drone technology inspired him to launch Doroni nearly a decade ago and pursue the vision of making personal flight accessible to everyday consumers. The conversation explores Doroni's progress toward commercialization, including FAA-certified prototype flights, evolving regulatory frameworks, production plans, and the company's growing preorder base. Doron explains how Doroni's vehicle is designed to fit inside a garage, charge similarly to an EV, and operate under the FAA's new sport aircraft regulations, potentially lowering barriers to personal flight. Chris and Doron also discuss infrastructure needs, manufacturing challenges, safety systems, funding requirements, battery technology, and what widespread adoption of flying cars might realistically look like over the next decade. The episode offers a candid look at one of the most ambitious sectors in transportation and the hurdles that remain before flying cars become part of everyday life.

Find us at www.crisisinvesting.com Matt and Doug open with a light discussion about June holidays, local attitudes toward Pride Month in Virginia, and Trump's unusual AI-style memes, then shift into subscriber questions. Doug explains his cautious stance on sizing into cheap junior mining and gold stocks while wanting more cash "dry powder" amid fears of a potential deflationary market collapse that could temporarily drag miners down too. They discuss whether nuclear weapons and modern city-targeting warfare violate the Geneva Conventions, citing WWII bombings, Korea, Iraq infrastructure attacks, and the devastation and contested casualty estimates in Gaza and southern Lebanon. Doug and Matt touch on eVTOL investing as a regulatory-heavy, early-industry space; risks from Japan rate changes, major tech IPOs, index/ETF dynamics, and speculative options; corn vs. soybeans as a fertilizer play; Doug's views on the soul as unprovable but personally plausible; why Eric Sprott's Forbes cover isn't a top signal; Interactive Brokers for Canadian exchanges; and why inheritance often harms children unless values and education are strong. 00:00 June Holiday Banter 01:12 Pride Flags and Virginia 02:08 Trump Meme Calendar 05:08 Gold Stocks and Dry Powder 08:52 Nukes and War Crimes 13:01 Gaza and Lebanon Fallout 15:22 eVTOL Investing Outlook 18:43 Japan Yen Carry and IPO Top 21:16 Corn vs Soybeans Trade 23:18 Do Souls Exist 27:09 Sprott Cover Top Signal 29:47 Broker for Canadian Stocks 30:13 Inheritance and Raising Kids 35:39 Wrap Up and Next Week

Kyle Clark, CEO of BETA Technologies, spoke about the company's electric vertical takeoff and landing, or eVTOL, aircraft in a conversation with Barron's editor at large Andy Serwer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

eVTOL developers promise thousands of aircraft by the start of next decade, but is this realistic?I am not even talking about the long and costly certification processes, let's assume, for the sake of simplicity, that this is sorted. What about the capacity of aerospace supply chains, already strained trying to cope with the demand from traditional aircraft makers, to serve this new growth market?Are the current processes and technologies flexible enough to respond to this market demand?We are going to talk about all this with this episode's guest, Stefan Schamberger, an aerospace supply chain expert who knows the world of aerostructures manufacturing inside out.In this industry analysis writings, Stefan raises also an interesting point: what if the ultimate value delivered by the whole advanced air mobility (AAM) revolution was to facilitate the advent of the new generation mid-sized airliner which both Boeing and Airbus are aiming to launch some time in the middle of the next decade?How transfereable are skills and technologies between the “old” and “new” aerospace industries?Tune in for a fascinating chat about the industrial processes and infrastructure that make today's aerospace industry possible!

The EV industry is evolving fast and so are the biggest automotive and technology festivals in America. On this episode of the Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we sit down with BJ Birtwell, founder of Electrify Expo and the newly expanded Demo Days Festival, to discuss why one of the nation's largest EV-focused touring events is transforming into a massive future mobility festival featuring EVs, hybrids, robotics, Tesla Optimus, air mobility, eVTOL aircraft, autonomous technology, and hands-on demos from major OEMs and brands like Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Ford, Toyota, and more.

New York City eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft test flights and global commercialization efforts are making headlines. Special guest Mike Borfitz, CEO of Kilroy Aviation and a safety certification engineer with more than 40 years of experience, explores critical technical challenges including battery limitations and software integration.  Mike, Todd Curtis, and John Goglia address regulatory hurdles, safety concerns, and urban integration challenges. They discuss the unrealistic market expectations being promoted by manufacturers.  Mike predicts that accidents involving these aircraft are inevitable. Ground-based air traffic management will be essential for safe operations in crowded urban airspace. Emerging advanced air mobility (AAM) transportation revolution will likely succeed, but not in the way some companies in this sector are promising. Don't miss what's to come from the Flight Safety Detectives - subscribe to the Flight Safety Detectives YouTube channel, listen at your favorite podcast service and visit the Flight Safety Detectives website. Want to go deeper with the Flight Safety Detectives? Join our YouTube Membership program for exclusive perks like members-only live streams and Q&As and early access to episodes. Your membership support directly helps John, Greg and Todd to deliver expert insights into aviation safety.Interested in partnering with us? Sponsorship opportunities are available—brand mentions, episode integrations, and dedicated segments are just a few of the options. Flight Safety Detectives offers a direct connection with an engaged audience passionate about aviation and safety. Reach out to fsdsponsors@gmail.com. Music: “Inspirational Sports” license ASLC-22B89B29-052322DDB8 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we speak to Mark Ingram, Technical Director at Hewland Engineering, about how the company's motorsport heritage is helping shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Mark explains how Hewland's expertise in high-performance transmissions is being adapted for electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, where efficiency, durability, lightweight design and certification are all critical. The conversation explores the technical challenges of developing compact driveline systems for eVTOL aircraft, the importance of early collaboration with aircraft manufacturers, and how integrated propulsion systems could improve performance and reduce weight. Mark also shares insights into Hewland's specialist testing capabilities, rapid innovation approach and growing partnerships across the sector. With support from Hero Motors, Hewland is positioning itself to take customers from prototype development through to scalable production, helping accelerate the commercialization of next-generation electric aviation.

This podcast episode features a great in-depth discussion between Women in AAM Chairperson Marilyn Pearson and aviation journalist and pilot Elan Head on the evolving advanced air mobility and eVTOL industry. Elan emphasizes that while urban air taxis attract attention, the true excitement lies in the technological innovations—particularly in electric propulsion, autonomy, and flight controls—that could reshape aviation more broadly. They explore challenges in pilot training, noting that eVTOLs will still require significant skill and robust education despite early claims of simplicity. The conversation also addresses industry hype, delayed certification timelines, and resulting public skepticism, with Elan arguing that expectations were initially unrealistic. Promising early use cases such as tourism and short regional transport are highlighted as practical entry points. They also examine regulatory differences, global competition—especially from China—and the complexity of certification processes. Overall, the episode underscores both the transformative potential and the practical hurdles facing the AAM industry.

In this quarterly Transit Unplugged Insider, Paul Comfort and Julie Gates break down the most important developments shaping public transportation right now—from Washington leadership changes to emerging mobility technology.They cover the five biggest stories transit leaders need to know, including:FTA Leadership Shakeup – With no administrator or deputy currently in place, what does this leadership gap mean for the Federal Transit Administration and the industry at large? Federal Funding Uncertainty – Proposed budget changes with potential cuts exceeding 20% year-over-year . What's at risk—and how is the industry responding? Reauthorization Outlook – Why the next major transportation bill may not pass this year, and what that delay could mean for agencies planning long-term investments . Innovation Acceleration – From autonomous vehicles to electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, new technologies are rapidly moving from pilot programs to real-world deployment . ThinkTransit Takeaways – Key insights from executive leaders across North America on cybersecurity, AI, safety, and operational strategy. You'll also hear:Why rising fuel prices could drive increased transit ridership How agencies are preparing for funding and policy uncertainty What 500,000 weekly autonomous rides signal about the future of mobility Why having a cybersecurity response plan is now essential This episode is your insider briefing on the policies, people, and technologies shaping transit in 2026—with context you won't hear anywhere else.00:00 Insider Episode Kickoff01:09 Big Changes at FTA01:32 Leadership Vacuum Explained02:22 Matt Webber Retires03:00 Jamie Fister Steps In03:30 Who Will Lead Next04:25 Transit Funding Shakeup05:01 Why the Budget Drops06:45 APTA Pushback Strategy07:26 Reauthorization Clock Ticking10:35 Gas Prices and Ridership12:18 EV Fees and Innovation Pivot12:50 VTOLs and Advanced Air Mobility17:12 Autonomous Vehicles Go MainstreamCreditsHost and Producer: Paul ComfortExecutive Producer: Julie GatesProducer: Chris O'KeeffeEditor: Patrick EmileAssociate Producer: Cyndi RaskinBrand Design: Tina OlagundoyeTransit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo, passionate about moving the world's people.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.

  Flying cars used to be science fiction… now they're pitching IPOs. In today's episode, we break down the latest buzz around drone taxis—the rise of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) companies trying to redefine urban transportation. Names like Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are grabbing headlines—but the real question is simple: Is this the future of transportation… or another hype cycle headed for a hard landing? We'll look at the business models, regulatory hurdles, capital burn, and whether these companies can realistically scale—or if this ends up being another case of innovation outrunning profitability. Then we zoom out to the bigger picture: The latest market-moving economic data Key central bank announcements and what they mean for liquidity How macro conditions are shaping risk appetite across equities and growth sectors Because whether it's drone taxis or tech stocks, the environment matters. Listen now:

- China Price War Spreads to Europe - Xiaomi Opens Munich R and D Center - Joby Aviation Starts NYC Air Taxi Trials - Apollo Buys Forvia Auto Interior Business For $2 Billion - Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Sets New EV Drag Record - Tesla Offers Free Supercharging to Boost Model 3 Sales - Bosch and Chery Partner On 48-Volt Vehicle Architecture - Nexteer Ready to Launch Advanced Steer-By-Wire Tech

- China Price War Spreads to Europe - Xiaomi Opens Munich R and D Center - Joby Aviation Starts NYC Air Taxi Trials - Apollo Buys Forvia Auto Interior Business For $2 Billion - Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Sets New EV Drag Record - Tesla Offers Free Supercharging to Boost Model 3 Sales - Bosch and Chery Partner On 48-Volt Vehicle Architecture - Nexteer Ready to Launch Advanced Steer-By-Wire Tech

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Tom are joined by Zach Reeder — a test pilot and aerospace engineer at Joby Aviation, which is developing an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for the air taxi market. The Green Dot, sponsored by Crewchief Systems, is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts […]

Flying cars are no longer science fiction. As soon as this summer, several U.S. states and Dubai will likely have flying taxies buzzing around overhead, according to recent press releases from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration and Uber. If these pilot programs go well, service from these so-called electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft could quickly spread across the planet. In light of this recent news, we are re-airing an episode from 2021 where we talk about the critical fire, electrical, and life safety questions that remain about the ground infrastructure needed to ensure eVTOL aircraft are safe. We talk to Rex Alexander, a veteran helicopter pilot and technical committee member for NFPA 418, Standard for Heliports, about how NFPA and others are working to answer those serious questions. LINKS Read more about NFPA 418, Standard for Heliports Read the recent FAA press release about the eVTOL aircraft program launching in 2026 Watch a video about Uber's planned air taxi service launching this year in Dubai

Brett Adcock is a technology entrepreneur focused on building companies in robotics, artificial intelligence, and aerospace. Born and raised on a third-generation farm in central Illinois, he developed an early fascination with technology and building systems from the ground up. After attending the University of Florida, he set out to tackle ambitious, capital-intensive industries with the goal of reshaping transportation, labor, and human-machine collaboration. At 26, Adcock founded Vettery, an AI-powered talent marketplace that matched thousands of companies with highly qualified candidates. The company scaled rapidly and was acquired in 2018 for $110 million by The Adecco Group, the world's largest recruiting firm. In 2018, he founded Archer Aviation to develop electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban air mobility. During his time leading the company, Adcock helped architect, engineer, and flight-test five generations of aircraft, vertically integrating key technologies including flight software, electric motors, actuation systems, and battery systems. Archer secured a $1.5 billion partnership with United Airlines and positioned itself at the forefront of next-generation aviation. In 2022, Adcock founded Figure, where he serves as Founder & CEO. Figure is building general-purpose humanoid robots designed to address global labor shortages and work alongside humans in manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, retail, and the home. Backed by leading investors including Andreessen Horowitz and Sequoia Capital, the company has raised billions in venture capital and is focused on deploying embodied AI systems at scale. He is also the founder of Cover (2023–present), an AI security company developing non-intrusive scanners in partnership with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. The technology is designed to passively detect concealed weapons in crowded environments, with the goal of improving public safety without invasive screening. Follow the market: https://polymarket.com/event/ai-bubble-burst-by Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: SpotOn GPS Fence — trusted by Shawn Ryan for his dog Stanley. The most reliable GPS dog fence: 100% secure from backyard to backcountry with virtual boundaries you control from your phone. No wires, no digging. Sets up in minutes, any size, any shape, anywhere. Learn more: https://spotonfence.com/srs Sign up for your $1 per month trial today at https://shopify.com/srs Get 20% off Rho Nutrition Liposomal NAD+ for clean, sustained energy and sharper focus with code SRS at https://rhonutrition.com/discount/SRS risk-free 60-day money-back guarantee. If you're serious about selling to the Department of War, go to https://SBIRAdvisors.com and mention Shawn Ryan for your first month free. Brett Adcock Links: X - https://x.com/adcock_brett IG - https://www.instagram.com/brett_adcock WEB - https://www.brettadcock.com LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettadcock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why is Max recording at night, and why does every aviation headline lately feel like another runway-incursion autopsy? This episode covers TSA chaos at Sky Harbor, a rough New York accident discussion, eVTOL optimism, and Max's descent into experimental-airplane condition inspection misery. In the Mailbag, the guys debate NBAA landing-distance math, hear a loud call to bring back listener stories, and defend Max's musings like true professionals. In Flight Advice, they tackle a brutal career question: keep three years of United seniority and commute, or risk starting over at Delta for a shot at living in base. Joby Aviation's Electric Skies Tour: San Francisco Bay   Our Sponsors Tim Pope, CFP® — Tim is both a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a pilot. His practice specializes in aviation professionals and aviation 401k plans, helping clients pursue their financial goals by defining them, optimizing resources, and monitoring progress. Click here to learn more. Also check out The Pilot's Portfolio Podcast. Advanced Aircrew Academy — Enables flight operations to fulfill their training needs in the most efficient and affordable way—anywhere, at any time. They provide high-quality training for professional pilots, flight attendants, flight coordinators, maintenance, and line service teams, all delivered via a world-class online system. Click here to learn more. Raven Careers — Helping your career take flight. Raven Careers supports professional pilots with resume prep, interview strategy, and long-term career planning. Whether you're a CFI eyeing your first regional, a captain debating your upgrade path, or a legacy hopeful refining your application, their one-on-one coaching and insider knowledge give you a real advantage. Click here to learn more. The AirComp Calculator™ is business aviation's only online compensation analysis system. It can provide precise compensation ranges for 14 business aviation positions in six aircraft classes at over 50 locations throughout the United States in seconds. Click here to learn more. Vaerus Jet Sales — Vaerus means right, true, and real. Buy or sell an aircraft the right way, with a true partner to make your dream of flight real. Connect with Brooks at Vaerus Jet Sales or learn more about their DC-3 Referral Program. Harvey Watt — Offers the only true Loss of Medical License Insurance available to individuals and small groups. Because Harvey Watt manages most airlines' plans, they can assist you in identifying the right coverage to supplement your airline's plan. Many buy coverage to supplement the loss of retirement benefits while grounded. Click here to learn more. VSL ACE Guide — Your all-in-one pilot training resource. Includes the most up-to-date Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Private, Instrument, Commercial, ATP, CFI, and CFII. 21.Five listeners get a discount on the guide—click here to learn more. ProPilotWorld.com — The premier information and networking resource for professional pilots. Click here to learn more.   Feedback & Contact Have feedback, suggestions, or a great aviation story to share? Email us at info@21fivepodcast.com. Check out our Instagram feed @21FivePodcast for more great content (and our collection of aviation license plates). The statements made in this show are our own opinions and do not reflect, nor were they under any direction of any of our employers.

Adam Bry is the Co-Founder and CEO of Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight technology, founded in 2014 to develop AI-powered drones for consumer, enterprise, and defense applications. A graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a degree in aerospace engineering, Bry was an early team member at Google X's Project Wing, contributing to delivery drone initiatives before launching Skydio. Under his leadership, Skydio achieved unicorn status in 2021 with a $1 billion valuation after a $170 million Series D round and has since grown to a multi-billion-dollar company, securing contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense and international partners for autonomous systems like the Skydio X10 drone. Bry has testified before Congress on U.S. drone policy and national security, emphasizing innovation in aviation and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) technologies. He advocates for American leadership in the next century of aviation, ethical AI in drones, and bridging public-private partnerships to advance critical infrastructure and defense capabilities. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://RocketMoney.com/SRS Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://RocketMoney.com/SRS today. https://lumen.me/SRS Head to https://lumen.me/SRS for 15% off your purchase. https://meetfabric.com/shawn https://trueclassic.com/SRS Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/SRS! #trueclassicpod https://helixsleep.com/srs Go to https://helixsleep.com/srs for 27% Off Sitewide Make sure you enter our show name into the post-purchase survey so they know we sent you! Adam Bry Links: X - https://x.com/adampbry LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adambry Skydio - https://www.skydio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices