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EASA Issues Special Condition To Govern VTOL Aircraft
The European Aviation Safety Agency's new Special Condition for VTOL aircraft promises a solid regulatory foundation for this fast-growing sector.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) today published the Special Condition document that will govern development and certification framework for hybrid- and electric-powered vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft. These new rules will apply to small VTOL aircraft with lift/thrust units to generate powered lift and control. The small category is for aircraft with nine or fewer passenger seats and maximum takeoff weight up to 3,175 kg (7,000 pounds).


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