飞行汇报 Aviation Newsletter

Welcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I’m Olivia, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime. Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we’re truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we’ll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese. Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let’s explore what’s making news in aviation today.
Folding Wingtips Present Challenge for Next Narrowbody Jets | Aviation International News
1. Folding Wingtips Present Challenge for Next Narrowbodies
‘Wing of Tomorrow’ saves fuel but won’t fit at today’s narrowbody gates
Folding wingtips are a proven concept on Boeing’s 777X, but applying this technology to future narrowbody aircraft presents significant technical challenges. Both Airbus and Boeing are exploring longer, thinner composite wings to improve aerodynamic efficiency, reduce fuel consumption, and lower carbon emissions. However, folding mechanisms must be sufficiently reliable to withstand the frequent flight cycles of single-aisle aircraft.
The Boeing 777-9 has a wingspan of 235 feet, which would exceed airport gate and taxiway limitations without folding wingtips. When folded, its wingspan is reduced to 213 feet, allowing airports to accommodate the aircraft without major infrastructure changes. Nevertheless, the 777-9 has yet to receive FAA certification, meaning the long-term reliability of its folding mechanisms in commercial operations remains unproven.
Airbus has been investigating advanced wing technologies through its Wing of Tomorrow program for approximately a decade. The company recently launched a development program to install longer wings on an A321neo for flight testing. Although the demonstrator will use fixed wingtips, their dimensions and shape will simulate those of folding wingtips. Airbus believes that increasing wingspan could deliver efficiency improvements comparable to those provided by next-generation engines.
However, several challenges remain. Folding wingtips must operate reliably multiple times daily while incorporating complex mechanisms into limited wing space. Airbus is also studying whether the folding sections should include movable aerodynamic surfaces. Meanwhile, Boeing has highlighted the difficulties of integrating fuel systems and actuation mechanisms into thinner wings, including the potential use of electromechanical actuation.
Another major challenge is manufacturing lightweight composite wings at the high production rates required for future narrowbody programs, potentially exceeding 100 aircraft per month. Despite these obstacles, both manufacturers view advanced wing designs as essential to improving the efficiency and reducing the operating costs of next-generation commercial aircraft.
Jury Sides with Aerosonic in Joby Aviation eVTOL Trade Secrets Case | Aviation International News
2. Jury Sides with Aerosonic in Joby Trade Secrets Case
Probe maker wins $116.9 million verdict against eVTOL developer
On October 2, a federal jury in Tampa, Florida, found eVTOL developer Joby Aviation liable for breaching a confidentiality agreement with avionics supplier Aerosonic and misappropriating trade secrets related to air data probes. The jury awarded Aerosonic approximately $116.9 million, according to the verdict filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
Aerosonic, a subsidiary of TransDigm based in Clearwater, Florida, manufactures air data probes that measure air pressure to help aircraft flight computers determine airspeed, altitude, angle of attack, and sideslip. In March 2025, Aerosonic sued Joby, alleging that the California-based company used its proprietary designs and test data to develop its own probes in-house.
The jury awarded Aerosonic $68.6 million for Joby’s breach of a 2021 nondisclosure agreement (NDA). It also awarded $29.9 million in damages under the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act to compensate for Aerosonic’s losses and Joby’s gains from the alleged misappropriation. An additional $18.3 million in exemplary damages was awarded after the jury determined that the misappropriation was willful and malicious. Aerosonic prevailed on all 39 items of proprietary information and 26 trade secrets presented at trial, while Joby’s six affirmative defenses and counterclaims were rejected.
According to Aerosonic’s complaint, the companies signed the NDA in September 2021, and Aerosonic began supplying probes to Joby in April 2022. After Aerosonic refused to sell its intellectual property rights, Joby allegedly continued requesting confidential engineering information while secretly developing its own probes. Aerosonic estimated that developing the probes independently would have taken at least a decade, whereas Joby completed the process in approximately two years.
However, the verdict is not final and remains subject to post-trial motions and a potential appeal. Joby has requested that the court overturn the verdict, arguing that the decision is unsupported by the evidence and that it independently developed its air data system through its own engineering and manufacturing efforts.
Composite Manufacturing Specialists Prepare for Next Aerospace Challenge | Aviation International News
3. Composite Makers Prepare for Next Aerospace Challenge
The aerospace industry is expected to see a significant increase in the use of composite materials, especially with the development of next-generation narrowbody aircraft by Airbus and Boeing. According to JEC and industry experts, the adoption of composites in the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 marked a major turning point, as these materials moved from secondary components to primary aircraft structures. Today, composites are widely used not only in airframes but also in aircraft interiors and engine components.
However, expanding composite applications in single-aisle aircraft presents new challenges. Higher production rates require improvements in manufacturing processes, supplier capabilities, and material qualification. The industry must balance factors such as weight, strength, stiffness, cost, and aerodynamic performance rather than focusing only on weight reduction. New technologies, particularly out-of-autoclave manufacturing processes, are being explored to reduce production complexity and investment costs.
Although companies such as GKN, Toray, and Aciturri are investing heavily in composite technologies, uncertainty about future aircraft programs makes suppliers cautious. Experts believe there is no single ideal material solution for future aircraft; instead, progress will depend on innovations in fibers, resins, and manufacturing methods. Overall, composite materials will continue to play a central role in improving the efficiency and design possibilities of future aircraft.
Advanced Air Mobility Innovators Converge on Ohio for Industry Forum | Aviation International News
4.AAM Innovators Converge on Ohio for Industry Forum
The fifth annual National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum (NAAMIF) will take place on October 15 in Springfield, Ohio, bringing together innovators, regulators, and industry stakeholders to discuss advances in advanced air mobility (AAM). The three-day program will also include a STEM education session for more than 250 local students on October 16 and the Great American Electric Air Race, featuring precision landing, speed circuit, and team relay competitions, on October 17.
Hosted by the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE), the forum takes place at a critical stage as electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, drones, and hybrid-electric airplanes approach commercialization. Located at Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport, NAAMCE provides an integrated facility for aircraft development, construction, and flight testing. Its ground-based detect-and-avoid system supports beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations, while on-site assistance helps companies obtain necessary airworthiness approvals.
The forum will feature industry leaders, including Beta Technologies, Joby Aviation, Eve Air Mobility, Regent, and Electra. Three workshops will address key challenges, including scaling up aircraft production, preparing for certification, and encouraging community acceptance of new transportation technologies.
Supported by JobsOhio, the initiative aims to establish the Dayton-Springfield region as an aerospace innovation hub. With companies expanding manufacturing and assembly activities in the region, NAAMCE is helping accelerate the transition of advanced air mobility from experimental testing toward practical commercial operations.


The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Olivia. Sound Edited by Luna. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.

欢迎收听《Aviation Newsletter》播客，这里是掌握所有航空动态的专属平台。我是Olivia，本期播客由《飞行故事汇》团队倾力呈现。无论你是资深航空爱好者、常旅客，还是单纯对云端之上的世界充满好奇，由衷感谢你的相伴。今年，我们将继续为你带来更深度的行业洞察、动人的航空故事，以及塑造飞行未来的前沿技术资讯。欢迎大家在评论区分享想法与反馈，本播客将持续提供英、汉双语版本。感谢与我们一同踏上这段航空之旅，现在，就让我们一同聚焦今日航空热点。
Folding Wingtips Present Challenge for Next Narrowbody Jets | Aviation International News
1.折叠式翼尖给下一代窄体客机带来挑战
“明日之翼”项目有望降低燃油消耗，但新型机翼无法适应现有窄体客机机位的尺寸限制
折叠式翼尖已在波音777X系列飞机上得到应用，但将这项技术应用于未来的窄体客机仍面临重大技术挑战。空中客车和波音公司都在探索采用更长、更薄的复合材料机翼，以提高气动效率、降低燃油消耗并减少碳排放。然而，折叠机构必须具备足够高的可靠性，才能满足单通道客机高频运行需求。
波音777-9的翼展为235英尺，如果不采用折叠式翼尖，其尺寸将超出机场机位和滑行道的限制。翼尖折叠后，其翼展可缩减至213英尺，使机场无需进行大规模基础设施改造即可容纳该机型。然而，777-9尚未获得美国联邦航空局（FAA）的适航认证，这意味着其折叠机构在商业运营中的长期可靠性仍有待验证。
空中客车公司通过“明日之翼”（Wing of Tomorrow）项目，已开展先进机翼技术研究约十年。该公司近期启动了一项研发计划，拟为A321neo安装更长的机翼并开展飞行测试。尽管该验证机将采用固定式翼尖，但其尺寸和形状将模拟折叠式翼尖。空客认为，增大翼展带来的效率提升可能与采用下一代发动机所带来的提升相当。
然而，仍有若干挑战需要解决。折叠式翼尖必须能够每天多次可靠地完成折叠与展开，同时将复杂的机械装置集成到有限的机翼空间内。空客还在研究折叠部分是否应配备可动气动操纵面。与此同时，波音指出，更薄的机翼会增加燃油系统和作动机构的集成难度，其中也涉及机电作动技术的潜在应用。
另一项重大挑战是实现轻质复合材料机翼的规模化生产，以满足下一代窄体客机项目的高产能需求，其月产量可能超过100架。尽管面临诸多困难，两家制造商仍将先进机翼设计视为提高下一代商用飞机运行效率、降低运营成本的关键。


Jury Sides with Aerosonic in Joby Aviation eVTOL Trade Secrets Case | Aviation International News
2.陪审团在乔比航空（Joby Aviation）商业秘密纠纷案中裁定艾罗索尼克（Aerosonic）胜诉
探头制造商赢得1.169亿美元判决，胜诉对象为电动垂直起降航空器（eVTOL）开发商
10月2日，美国佛罗里达州坦帕市的一个联邦陪审团裁定，电动垂直起降航空器（eVTOL）开发商Joby Aviation违反了与航空电子设备供应商Aerosonic签订的保密协议，并侵占了与大气数据探头相关的商业秘密。根据提交至美国佛罗里达中区联邦地区法院的裁决书，陪审团判决Joby Aviation向Aerosonic支付约1.169亿美元赔偿金。
Aerosonic是TransDigm集团旗下的一家子公司，总部位于佛罗里达州克利尔沃特市，主要生产大气数据探头。这类探头通过测量航空器周围的气压，帮助飞行计算机确定空速、气压高度、迎角和侧滑角等参数。2025年3月，Aerosonic起诉总部位于加利福尼亚州的Joby Aviation，指控其利用Aerosonic的专有设计和测试数据，自行研发大气数据探头。
陪审团判决Joby Aviation因违反双方于2021年签订的保密协议（NDA）而向Aerosonic支付6860万美元。此外，根据美国联邦《保护商业秘密法》，陪审团还判决Joby Aviation支付2990万美元的损害赔偿金，以弥补Aerosonic遭受的损失，并追缴Joby Aviation因不当获取或使用商业秘密而获得的收益。由于陪审团认定Joby Aviation的侵占行为具有故意性和恶意性，因此额外判处1830万美元的惩罚性赔偿金。在庭审中，Aerosonic针对提交审理的39项专有信息和26项商业秘密均获得胜诉，而Joby Aviation提出的六项积极抗辩及反诉请求均被陪审团驳回。
根据Aerosonic的起诉书，双方于2021年9月签订保密协议，并于2022年4月开始由Aerosonic向Joby Aviation供应探头。在Aerosonic拒绝出售相关知识产权后，Joby Aviation据称仍继续索取保密工程信息，同时暗中研发自己的探头。Aerosonic估计，如果不利用其商业秘密，独立研发这类探头至少需要十年，而Joby Aviation仅用了约两年便完成了研发。
不过，该裁决目前尚未成为最终判决，后续仍可能受到庭后动议及上诉程序的影响。Joby Aviation已请求法院推翻陪审团的裁决，并表示该裁决缺乏充分的证据支持，且与相关法律不符。Joby Aviation坚持认为，其大气数据系统是通过自身长期开展的工程研发与制造工作独立开发完成的。
Composite Manufacturing Specialists Prepare for Next Aerospace Challenge | Aviation International News
3.复合材料制造商迎接航空航天领域的新挑战
随着空中客车和波音公司着手研发下一代窄体客机，复合材料在航空航天领域的应用预计将进一步扩大。据JEC及业内专家介绍，波音787和空客A350项目的复合材料应用标志着一个重要的转折点：复合材料的应用范围从次要部件逐步扩展到飞机的主要承力结构。如今，复合材料不仅广泛应用于飞机机体结构，还被用于飞机内饰和部分发动机部件。
然而，在单通道客机上进一步扩大复合材料的应用范围仍面临新的挑战。更高的飞机产量要求制造工艺、供应商技术能力以及材料适航鉴定水平同步提升。航空工业需要综合权衡材料的重量、强度、刚度、成本和气动性能等因素，而不能仅仅着眼于减重。目前，业内正在探索新的技术，尤其是非热压罐成型工艺，以降低制造过程的复杂性和投资成本。
目前，包括英国航空航天企业GKN、日本材料制造商Toray，以及西班牙航空航天制造商Aciturri等多家企业，都在大力投资复合材料技术，但由于未来飞机项目的具体规划仍存在不确定性，供应商在投资决策方面依然保持谨慎。专家认为，未来飞机的制造不存在一种能够解决所有问题的理想材料。相反，行业进步将取决于纤维、树脂以及制造工艺等方面的创新。
总体而言，复合材料将继续在提升未来飞机的运行效率、拓展飞机设计可能性方面发挥关键作用。
Advanced Air Mobility Innovators Converge on Ohio for Industry Forum | Aviation International News
4.先进空中交通领域创新者齐聚俄亥俄州，共话行业发展
第五届全国先进空中交通产业论坛将于10月15日在美国俄亥俄州斯普林菲尔德举行，届时，创新者、监管机构代表及行业相关方将齐聚一堂，共同探讨先进空中交通领域的最新进展。为期三天的活动还包括：10月16日面向当地250多名学生举办的科学、技术、工程和数学教育活动，以及10月17日举行的“美国电动飞行竞赛”。该竞赛将设置精准着陆、速度赛道和团队接力等项目。
本次论坛由全国先进空中交通卓越中心主办。目前，电动垂直起降航空器（eVTOL）、无人机和混合电动飞机正逐步迈向商业化应用，论坛的举办正值这一领域发展的关键阶段。该中心位于斯普林菲尔德—贝克利市政机场，为航空器研发、制造和飞行测试提供一体化设施。中心配备的地面探测与避让系统可支持超视距飞行，同时还为企业提供相关支持，协助其获得必要的适航审批。
本次论坛将邀请多家行业领军企业参与，包括贝塔科技公司、Jobs Aviation、伊芙航空、雷根特公司和伊莱克特拉公司。论坛还将举办三场专题研讨会，重点讨论扩大航空器生产规模、推进适航认证准备工作，以及促进社区对新型交通技术的接受等关键议题。
在俄亥俄州经济发展机构JobsOhio的支持下，该项目旨在将代顿—斯普林菲尔德地区打造成为航空航天创新中心。随着相关企业不断扩大当地的制造和组装业务，全国先进空中交通卓越中心正助力先进空中交通从试验性测试加速迈向实际商业运营。
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Welcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I’m Jovie, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime. Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we’re truly grateful to have you with us. This year, we’ll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese. Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let’s explore what’s making news in aviation today.




新闻1：
https://news.carnoc.com/list/669/669084.html
Spring Airlines Forms Strategic Partnership with Alipay to Launch Offline Tap-to-Pay Service Onboard
September 23, 2026
On September 23, Spring Airlines and Alipay signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Shanghai and officially rolled out the offline tap-to-pay service onboard aircraft. In the future, passengers can buy in-flight meals and goods simply by tapping their mobile phones against payment terminals without relying on airborne internet. The two sides will also build an integrated travel service linking flight tickets, ground transportation and cultural tourism bookings. Spring Airlines said this offline payment solution has passed multiple rounds of onboard tests and will be deployed gradually across its whole fleet. The function addresses payment difficulties caused by unstable internet at high altitude, simplifies in-flight consumption and improves passenger experience. The two parties will further explore more applications of AI technology in air travel scenarios.




新闻2：https://www.tj.gov.cn/sy/tjxw/202609/t20260917_7375864.html
First A320neo Aircraft from Airbus’s Second A320 Final Assembly Line in Tianjin Delivered to China Eastern Airlines
September 16, 2026
On September 16, the first A320neo aircraft completed at Airbus’s second A320 final assembly line in Tianjin was formally delivered to China Eastern Airlines. This aircraft delivery marks an important milestone in China-Europe aviation industrial cooperation and signals a new phase of Airbus’s industrial layout in China. Airbus stated that this new assembly line went into production in October 2025. It can improve the flexibility of Airbus’s global production system and support the target of producing 75 A320 series aircraft per month. Since the first Tianjin assembly line opened in 2008, more than 800 A320 series aircraft have been assembled and delivered at this site. With two assembly lines running in Tianjin now, Airbus operates 2 A320 assembly facilities in China. Together with assembly bases in Toulouse of France, Hamburg of Germany and Mobile of the United States, they form the global production network, continuously supplying civil aircraft for the Chinese and global aviation markets.




新闻3：
https://news.carnoc.com/list/648/648372.html
UK Air Traffic Control System Failure Triggers Ground Stops at Multiple Airports Around London
September 22, 2026
On local time September 22, Britain’s national air traffic service provider NATS suffered a communication line failure. The primary data link went down and the backup fiber cable was also damaged, triggering ground stop orders at multiple airports around London. A ground stop means all departures are temporarily suspended. A large number of outbound flights were delayed, and some inbound flights had to divert to alternative airports. UK air traffic authorities said technical teams launched emergency repairs immediately and gradually restored system functions. However, flight delays and cancellations caused by this incident would continue to affect operations for hours. Many European airlines issued notices to remind passengers to check flight status in advance. Industry analysis shows repeated air traffic control system failures have exposed weaknesses in the resilience of Britain’s air traffic infrastructure. Airlines have demanded compensation, and regulators will carry out a full investigation.


新闻4：
https://www.safran-group.com/pressroom/safran-invests-akira-specialists-propulsion-technology-development-and-prototyping-2026-09-21
Safran Makes Strategic Investment in Akira, Partner of CFM Engine Program
September 22, 2026
On local time September 22, French aero-engine manufacturer Safran announced a minority equity investment in US-based Akira Technologies. Akira is a research partner for the CFM RISE next-generation hybrid-electric engine demonstrator program. The CFM RISE project aims to develop a new sustainable aero-engine, which can cut fuel consumption and carbon emissions by more than 20% compared with current mainstream engines. Safran said this investment will speed up testing and prototype development of hybrid-electric propulsion systems and support technical verification of the program. This new engine can be adapted for next-generation single-aisle aircraft from Airbus and Boeing in the future, and it is a core project for the aviation industry’s green and low-carbon transition. The industry expects ground and flight tests of this demonstrator to be carried out gradually in the coming years.




The audio and content of this podcast shall not be used for AI model training or any other purposes. That’s all for this episode of Aviation Newsletter. Thank you for listening. Podcast by Jovie. Sound Edited by Priscilla. Aviation Newsletter is brought to you by the Starrime team. You can catch our podcast on all major podcast platforms. We also look forward to seeing your comments. See you soon.

欢迎收听《Aviation Newsletter》播客，这里是掌握所有航空动态的专属平台。我是Jovie，本期播客由《飞行故事汇》团队倾力呈现。无论你是资深航空爱好者、常旅客，还是单纯对云端之上的世界充满好奇，由衷感谢你的相伴。今年，我们将继续为你带来更深度的行业洞察、动人的航空故事，以及塑造飞行未来的前沿技术资讯。欢迎大家在评论区分享想法与反馈，本播客将持续提供英、汉双语版本。感谢与我们一同踏上这段航空之旅，现在，就让我们一同聚焦今日航空热点。



新闻1：
https://news.carnoc.com/list/669/669084.html
春秋航空与支付宝达成战略合作，上线机上离线碰一碰支付
2026年9月23日
9月23日，春秋航空与支付宝在上海签署战略合作协议，正式推出机上离线“碰一下”支付功能。今后旅客在飞行途中，无需依赖空中网络，只需将手机轻触终端设备，即可完成机上餐食、商品的付费购买。双方还将共同打造一体化出行服务，打通机票、地面交通与文旅产品的联动预订。春秋航空介绍，这套离线支付方案已经完成多轮机上测试，将逐步在全部执飞机型上线。该功能解决了高空网络不稳带来的支付难题，进一步简化机上消费流程，提升旅客出行体验。后续双方还将探索AI技术在航空出行场景的更多应用。




新闻2：https://www.tj.gov.cn/sy/tjxw/202609/t20260917_7375864.html
空客天津第二条A320总装线首架A320neo飞机交付中国东方航空
2026年9月16日
9月16日，空中客车天津第二条A320系列飞机总装线完成总装的首架A320neo客机，正式交付中国东方航空。这架飞机的交付，是中欧航空产业合作的重要里程碑，也标志着空客在华工业布局迈入新阶段。空客介绍，这条新总装线2025年10月投产，能够提升空客全球生产体系的灵活性，助力实现A320系列飞机每月75架的生产目标。自2008年天津首条总装线投产以来，这里已经总装交付超过800架A320系列客机。如今天津两条总装线并行生产，空客在华拥有2条A320总装设施，与法国图卢兹、德国汉堡、美国莫比尔的总装基地共同构成全球生产网络，持续为中国以及全球航空市场提供民航客机产品。




新闻3：
https://news.carnoc.com/list/648/648372.html
英国空管系统发生故障，伦敦周边多个机场实施地面停飞
2026年9月22日
当地时间9月22日，英国国家空管服务机构NATS遭遇通信线路故障，主数据链路中断，备用光纤线路也同步受损，触发伦敦周边多个机场实施地面停飞指令。地面停飞意味着所有航班暂时禁止起飞，大量离港航班被迫推迟，部分进港航班需要备降其他机场。英国空管部门表示，技术团队第一时间投入抢修，逐步恢复系统功能，但本次故障带来的航班延误与取消会持续影响后续数小时的运行。多家欧洲航司发布通知，提醒旅客提前查询航班状态。行业分析指出，连续多次空管系统故障，暴露英国空管基础设施的韧性短板，航司方面已提出补偿诉求，监管机构将开展全面调查。


新闻4：
https://www.safran-group.com/pressroom/safran-invests-akira-specialists-propulsion-technology-development-and-prototyping-2026-09-21
赛峰集团向CFM发动机合作企业Akira公司进行战略投资
2026年9月22日
当地时间9月22日，法国航空发动机制造商赛峰集团宣布，对美国Akira技术公司进行少数股权投资。Akira是CFM RISE新一代混合动力发动机验证机项目的合作研发伙伴。CFM RISE项目目标是研发新一代可持续航空发动机，相比当前主流机型可降低20%以上燃油消耗与碳排放。赛峰表示，本次投资将加速混合动力推进系统的测试与原型研发，助力该项目的技术验证。这款新型发动机未来可适配空客、波音的新一代单通道客机，是航空业推进绿色低碳转型的核心项目。行业预计，该验证机的地面与飞行测试将在未来几年内逐步开展。




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1.FAA Order Lays Groundwork for Unified Agency SMS
September 17, 2026
The FAA this week released an order implementing a unified safety management system (SMS) throughout the agency. Effective September 15, Order 1030.8 establishes safety management policy and the requirements for a single SMS under the Aviation Safety Management Office.


In January, the agency announced a reorganization that included a new safety oversight office tasked with implementing a single safety management system and risk management strategy throughout the FAA. The agency said that instead of having individual offices monitor their own safety metrics, the new office would pull together and share safety data from across the agency.


At the time, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford had outlined a “Flight Plan” for the agency that called for streamlining its safety management activities. He explained to the Aero Club of Washington that there have been 14 lines of business at the FAA, and “We don’t collaborate well. We don’t share data across the silos. So we’re tearing those silos down, and we’re creating one FAA SMS and moving really more…to true risk management, risk identification, and threat assessment.”


The order reiterated that the policy and requirements are designed to “improve the FAA’s ability to proactively identify hazards and manage risk at the enterprise level.” It outlines the roles and responsibilities of the Aviation Safety Management Office regarding SMS, as well as those of the agency’s executive leadership, Executive Safety Council, and other personnel.


In addition, the order defines and standardizes safety management and facilitates information sharing, requiring a common approach to implementing and maturing a unified SMS that fosters a positive safety culture.


Key in the order is that it applies to all FAA organizations: Everyone has a role in safety management activities in the FAA,” the agency said.
FAA Order Lays Groundwork for Unified Agency Safety Management System | Aviation International News


2.Beamed Power Could Keep Solar Aircraft Aloft in Winter
September 17, 2026
The UK’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) has awarded a £15.7 million ($21.2 million) contract to Prismatic, a BAE Systems subsidiary, to test whether a ground-based energy beam can keep a solar-powered stratospheric aircraft flying around the clock—including through dark northern hemisphere winters. Announced on September 15, the contract calls for Prismatic to use its PHASA-35 uncrewed aircraft as the flight demonstrator.


Solar-powered high-altitude pseudo satellites such as PHASA-35 recharge their batteries during daylight to stay aloft overnight—a limitation at higher latitudes during winter, when days are short. Prismatic contends that beaming power to the aircraft from the ground would eliminate that constraint, enabling continuous flight for months at a time.


Working with British firms Space Solar and MuWave, Prismatic plans to direct a controlled energy beam from a ground station to a receiver built into the PHASA-35’s wing, which would convert it back to electricity to power the airplane and charge its batteries. A company press release described the approach as using microwave frequencies already common in aviation, satellite communications, and radar.


The three-stage program runs 3.5 years and is funded through ARIA’s Enduring Atmospheric Platforms effort, which backs long-endurance platforms for high-altitude communications. It concludes with an integrated flight demonstration.


“PHASA-35 has already proven its worth in the stratosphere as a low-cost alternative to satellites, and now this exciting project will explore whether we can make it even more capable,” Prismatic CEO Bob Davidson said.


The aircraft has a wingspan of 35 meters (115 feet), weighs 150 kilograms (330 pounds), and first reached the stratosphere in 2023, climbing above 66,000 feet. Beyond enabling year-round flight, the power beaming system could shrink the aircraft’s onboard battery arrays, freeing up payload capacity. PHASA-35 can carry up to 15 kilograms (33 pounds) of sensors for surveillance, communications, and Earth observation.
Beamed Power Could Keep Solar Aircraft Aloft in Winter | Aviation International News


3.ACJ: Strong Large-aircraft Market Growth Ahead in Asia
September 17, 2026
Business aviation industry professionals across Asia anticipate a growing demand for large business jets through 2030, with 30% believing that the increase will be dramatic, according to new research commissioned by Airbus Corporate Jets.


Researcher Pureprofile surveyed 60 business aviation financiers and brokers in Asia who work for companies that either own or use business aircraft. The survey revealed growing confidence in the Asian business aviation market, Airbus Corporate Jets said, noting that 85% of respondents expect purchases of large business jets to increase through the remainder of the decade.


In addition, 62% of the respondents estimated that new business jet spending between 2025 and 2034 will be concentrated on large and long-range aircraft, results that Airbus Corporate Jets said point to a significant shift. 


As further evidence of that shift, more than half of the respondents (56%) reported that at least a quarter of the aircraft they are involved in either selling or financing are upgrades into larger aircraft; they expect the 56% figure to climb to 89% by 2030.


As for reasons behind purchase decisions, 45% of respondents said that buyers place equal importance on range and larger cabin space, and 28% pointed to cabin comfort, passenger capacity, and aircraft customization. Additionally, 27% called range and mission flexibility a primary purchase driver.


Other factors involve charter revenue opportunities and residual value, along with operating costs. About two-thirds (67%) said financing for large business jets will become easier compared with smaller aircraft in coming years, and 75% believe fleet modernization will accelerate.


“The business aviation market in Asia continues to demonstrate remarkable confidence, and the actual increase of ACJs in service in Asia is a testimony of this growth,” said Airbus Corporate Jets president Chadi Saade. “Buyers are increasingly looking for aircraft that deliver long-range capability, greater flexibility, and a premium onboard experience, while also offering strong long-term economic performance.”
ACJ: Strong Large-aircraft Market Growth Ahead in Asia | Aviation International News




4.Beijing New Rules: Capital Prohibited & Restricted Airspace from Sept 20; Citywide No Drone Zone from Nov 15
September 15, 2026
Civil Aviation News of China announced on September 13: To strengthen airspace safety management in the capital region, maintain air traffic order, and protect important ground targets and the safety of people’ s lives and property, in accordance with relevant laws and regulations and with reference to internationally accepted practices, China will designate Prohibited & Restricted Airspace in the capital and surrounding areas. It will be activated on September 20, 2026. It mainly restricts certain flight activities other than civil aviation flights and emergency rescue operations, and will not affect the public’ s air travel. Flight activities conducted within the Prohibited & Restricted Airspace in the capital region must strictly comply with relevant requirements for flight approval, communications, target identification, and safety status reporting.


Another major policy, the new edition of the Regulations of Beijing Municipality on the Administration of Unmanned Aircraft, was adopted by a vote of the Standing Committee of the Beijing Municipal People’ s Congress and will be officially implemented on November 15, 2026.


The new rules explicitly state: the entire administrative area of Beijing is designated as a No Drone Zone. Except for special support scenarios prescribed by the state, unmanned aircraft flights within Beijing are in principle not permitted. At the same time, individuals and organizations are prohibited from possessing or storing unmanned aircraft and core components within the city, and are also not allowed to bring unmanned aircraft and core components into Beijing. Special entities that truly need to conduct flights must establish a complete safety management system and carry out tasks strictly in accordance with approvals granted by the state.


These controls mainly target flight activities other than civil passenger aviation and emergency rescue. Ordinary people traveling by air will not be affected in any way. If flight operations are truly necessary within the Prohibited & Restricted Airspace, the complete approval process must be completed, and all mandatory requirements such as communications, identification, and status reporting must be implemented.


The unmanned aircraft information verification work associated with the previous version of the management regulations, which took effect on May 1, had already been fully completed by July 31. As the new regulations take effect, the original Measures for Information Verification of Unmanned Aircraft in Beijing will also be repealed at the same time.


Meanwhile, multiple disposal channels are fully open, and subsidy policies have been launched. Citizens who already own unmanned aircraft need not panic. The authorities have opened multiple disposal channels, with corresponding subsidies. All these procedures must be completed before the new rules take effect on November 15, 2026. Subsidies apply only to personal unmanned aircraft whose information was previously verified with public security authorities. In addition to taking the unmanned aircraft out of Beijing yourself, there are three official channels: on-site buyback, scrapping and recycling, and shipping out of Beijing.
北京新规｜9月20日起划定首都禁飞区，11月15日起全市原则上禁止存放无人机_服务_飞行_管理


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一、FAA指令为统一的全局安全管理体系奠定基础
2026年9月17日


美国联邦航空管理局（FAA）本周发布了一项指令，在全局范围内实施统一的安全管理体系（SMS）。该指令于9月15日生效，第1030.8号指令确立了安全管理政策，以及在航空安全管理办公室（Aviation Safety Management Office）领导下建立单一SMS的要求。
今年1月，该局宣布了一项重组计划，其中包括新设一个安全监督办公室，负责在FAA全局实施单一安全管理体系和风险管理战略。该局表示，以往各办公室各自监控其安全指标，而新办公室将整合并共享全局的安全数据。
当时，FAA局长Bryan Bedford曾向华盛顿航空俱乐部阐述了一份该局"飞行计划"，呼吁精简安全管理活动。他解释说，FAA共有14条业务线，"我们协作不畅，各部门壁垒之间不共享数据。因此我们正打破这些壁垒，建立一个统一的FAA SMS，并真正更多地转向风险管理、风险识别和威胁评估。"
该指令重申，这些政策和要求旨在"提升FAA在机构层面主动识别危险源和管理风险的能力"。指令明确了航空安全管理办公室在SMS方面的职责，以及该局行政领导层、执行安全委员会（Executive Safety Council）和其他人员的职责。
此外，指令定义并规范了安全管理，促进信息共享，要求以统一方式实施并推进统一SMS的成熟，以培育积极的安全文化。
该指令的关键在于适用于FAA所有组织："每个人都在FAA的安全管理活动中扮演着角色，"该局表示。
FAA Order Lays Groundwork for Unified Agency Safety Management System | Aviation International News




二、定向能量传输可助太阳能航空器冬季持续飞行
2026年9月17日


英国先进研究与发明局（ARIA）已向英国宇航系统公司（BAE Systems）旗下子公司Prismatic授予一份价值1570万英镑（约合2120万美元）的合同，以测试地面定向能量束能否使太阳能平流层航空器实现全天候飞行——包括飞越北半球黑暗的冬季。该合同于9月15日宣布，要求Prismatic以其PHASA-35无人驾驶航空器作为飞行验证机。
太阳能高空伪卫星（如PHASA-35）白天为电池充电以维持夜间飞行——但在冬季高纬度地区，由于白昼较短，这一能力受到限制。Prismatic认为，从地面向航空器定向传输能量将消除这一限制，使其能够连续飞行数月。
Prismatic计划与英国企业Space Solar和MuWave合作，从地面站向PHASA-35机翼内置的接收器发射受控能量束，接收器将其转换回电能，为航空器供电并为电池充电。该公司新闻稿称，该方法使用的微波频段已在航空、卫星通信和雷达领域普遍应用。
该项目分三个阶段，历时3.5年，由ARIA"持久大气平台"（Enduring Atmospheric Platforms）计划资助，该计划支持高空通信长航时平台。项目最终以集成飞行演示收官。
"PHASA-35已在平流层证明了其作为低成本卫星替代方案的价值，如今这一激动人心的项目将探索能否使其能力更进一步，"Prismatic首席执行官Bob Davidson表示。
该航空器翼展35米（115英尺），重150公斤（330磅），于2023年首次抵达平流层，爬升至66000英尺以上。除了实现全年飞行外，定向能量传输系统还可缩小航空器机载电池阵列的体积，释放有效载荷空间。PHASA-35可携带多达15公斤（33磅）的传感器，用于监视、通信和地球观测。
Beamed Power Could Keep Solar Aircraft Aloft in Winter | Aviation International News




三、空客公务机：亚洲大型航空器市场前景强劲
2026年9月17日


亚洲各地的商务航空行业专业人士预计，至2030年大型公务机需求将持续增长，其中30%的人认为增幅将十分显著。这是空客公务机（Airbus Corporate Jets，ACJ）委托开展的一项新研究得出的结论。
研究机构Pureprofile对亚洲60位服务于拥有或使用商务航空器公司的商务航空金融人士和经纪人进行了调查。空客公务机表示，调查显示亚洲商务航空市场信心日益增强，85%的受访者预计至本十年末，大型公务机的采购量将增加。
此外，62%的受访者估计，2025年至2034年间的新公务机支出将集中在大型和远程航空器上。空客公务机称，这一结果指向重大转变。
作为这一转变的进一步证据，超过半数受访者（56%）表示，其参与销售或融资的航空器中，至少有四分之一是升级至更大机型；他们预计这一比例到2030年将攀升至89%。
至于采购决策背后的原因，45%的受访者表示，买家对航程和更大客舱空间同等重视；28%的受访者指出客舱舒适性、乘客容量和航空器定制化是关键因素。此外，27%的受访者称航程和任务灵活性是首要采购驱动因素。
其他因素涉及包机收入机会和残值，以及运营成本。约三分之二（67%）的受访者表示，未来几年大型公务机的融资将比小型航空器更加容易；75%的受访者认为机队现代化将加速。
"亚洲商务航空市场持续展现出非凡信心，而亚洲在役ACJ数量的实际增长正是这一增长的明证，"空客公务机总裁Chadi Saade表示。"买家日益寻求具备远程能力、更高灵活性和高端机上体验的航空器，同时兼具强劲的长期经济表现。"
ACJ: Strong Large-aircraft Market Growth Ahead in Asia | Aviation International News




四、北京新规: 9月20日起划定首都禁飞区，11月15日起全市原则上禁止存放无人机
2026年9月15日


中国民航网9月13日发布消息：为加强首都地区空域安全管理，维护空中飞行秩序，保障地面重要目标和人民生命财产安全，依据有关法律法规，参照国际通行做法，我国将在首都及周边地区划设禁飞区，自2026年9月20日启用，主要对除民航航班、应急救援等以外的部分飞行活动进行限制，不影响人民群众乘坐航班出行。在首都禁飞区内开展飞行活动，须严格遵守飞行审批、通信、目标识别、安全状态报告等有关要求。
另一项重磅政策，新版《北京市无人驾驶航空器管理规定》，经市人大常委会表决通过，2026 年 11 月 15 日正式实施。
新规直接明确：北京全市行政区域划为无人机管制空域。除国家规定的特殊保障场景以外，原则上不允许在北京境内开展无人机飞行；同时禁止个人、单位在本市范围内持有、存放无人机以及核心零部件，也不能把无人机及核心部件带入北京。确有需要开展飞行的特殊单位，要建立完整安全管理制度，严格按照国家批复执行任务。
这套管控主要针对民航客运、应急救援之外的飞行活动，普通民众乘坐航班出行不会受到任何影响。如果确需在禁飞区内开展飞行，必须走完完整审批流程，落实通信、身份识别、状态上报等全部硬性要求。
此前 5 月 1 日落地的旧版管理规定，配套的无人机信息核实工作，7月31日就已经全部结束。随着新版规定落地，原来的《北京无人驾驶航空器信息核实办法》也会同步废止。
同时，多元处置渠道全面开放补贴政策上线。手里已经有无人机的市民不用慌，官方开放了多条处置路径，还有对应的补贴，全部要在2026 年 11 月 15 日新规生效前办结，补贴只针对之前在公安完成信息核实的个人无人机。除自己把机子带出北京之外，还有现场回购、报废回收、寄递出京三种官方渠道。
北京新规｜9月20日起划定首都禁飞区，11月15日起全市原则上禁止存放无人机_服务_飞行_管理


本播客的音频及内容不得用于AI模型训练等用途。本期《飞行汇报》就到这里了。感谢收听。主播Luna，剪辑Olivia。《飞行汇报》由《飞行故事汇》团队倾情打造。各大播客平台都可以收听。同时，期待在留言栏看到你的文字。咱们下期节目再会。

Welcome back to the Aviation Newsletter, your go-to podcast for the pulse of everything that flies. I’m Priscilla, and this podcast is powered by the team at Starrime. Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a frequent flyer or simply curious about the world above the clouds, we’re truly grateful to have you with us. We’ll continue to bring you deeper insights, compelling stories from the industry and updates on the technology shaping the future of flight. We always welcome your thoughts and feedback in the comments. The podcast remains available in both English and Chinese. Thank you for being on this journey with us. Now, let’s explore what’s making news in aviation today.


1.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-09-14/textron-merlin-unveil-uncrewed-skycourier-concept
Textron, Merlin Unveil Uncrewed SkyCourier Concept
September 14, 2026
Textron Aviation and Merlin have unveiled a concept for an autonomous cargo aircraft based on the Cessna SkyCourier. The proposed SkyCourier UX would replace the cockpit with a nose cargo door and use Merlin Pilot autonomous flight software instead of onboard pilots.
The aircraft currently exists only as a design study and display model, with no customer or production timeline announced. Textron would provide the FAA-certified SkyCourier airframe, while Merlin would supply the autonomy system already tested on Cessna Caravans and Beechcraft King Airs.
The concept targets a payload of about 6,000 pounds, space for three LD3 containers, and autonomous operations from unpaved runways. Textron and Merlin say it could fill a gap between small cargo drones and much larger military transports. They are also studying kneeling landing gear and integrated loading systems.
Using an aircraft already in production would give the concept an established manufacturing and support base.
Merlin is also advancing autonomy in other programs. Its software for U.S. Special Operations Command C-130J transports passed a critical design review in June, while New Zealand regulators recently accepted testing evidence for key Merlin Pilot components. The company is also working with Israel Aerospace Industries on autonomous freighter conversions.


2.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-09-10/joby-evtol-begins-week-flights-across-north-texas
Joby eVTOL Begins Week of Flights across North Texas
September 10, 2026
Joby Aviation has begun a week of electric air taxi demonstration flights across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, marking the first flights in Texas under the U.S. eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) and the latest stop on the company’s 2026 Electric Skies Tour.
The Texas project, known as Project Nexus, is one of eight proposals selected by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the FAA. Led by the Texas Department of Transportation, it includes Joby, Archer Aviation, Beta Technologies, and Wisk Aero, along with several operators and logistics partners.
Through September 14, Joby plans to fly its four-passenger eVTOL between Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport and destinations across North Texas. Planned routes include a flight into the controlled airspace at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, a round trip to Arlington to demonstrate noise levels, and a route to Toyota Motor North America’s campus in Plano that Joby has proposed for future commercial service.
Joby has also leased 45,000 square feet at Perot Field as a long-term operating base in North Texas. The FAA said data from the demonstrations will help determine how electric aircraft can be safely integrated into the national airspace system.
The company is also highlighting its autonomous flight work. A Cessna 208B Grand Caravan equipped with the Superpilot system acquired through Joby’s purchase of Xwing’s autonomy division is taking part in a separate cross-country demonstration tour.
Meanwhile, Joby says its eVTOL air taxi program is now in the fifth and final stage of FAA type certification. Its first FAA-conforming aircraft flew in March, although FAA pilots still need to conduct certification-credit flights before a type certificate can be issued.


3.https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2026-09-09/amprius-boosts-energy-long-endurance-drones
Amprius Batteries Boost Energy for Long-endurance Drones
September 10, 2026
Amprius Technologies plans to begin selling a 500 Wh/kg silicon-anode battery cell in the fourth quarter of this year. Put simply, Wh/kg measures how much energy a battery can store for each kilogram of weight. The higher the figure, the more energy can be carried at the same weight, which can help extend an aircraft’s range or endurance.The second-generation SiCore cell delivers 500 Wh/kg at a 1C continuous discharge rate and can be produced by contract manufacturers using standard lithium-ion equipment.
Amprius already offers 500 Wh/kg cells under its SiMaxx line, but those require specialized in-house manufacturing and are produced in limited volumes. By contrast, SiCore is designed for existing production lines, which could reduce costs and improve scalability.
The new cell is aimed mainly at high-altitude pseudo-satellites and fixed-wing drones, which need sustained energy over long periods rather than the high-power takeoff and climb demands of larger eVTOL aircraft.
Amprius already supplies cells to Airbus subsidiary Aalto for its solar-powered Zephyr aircraft, which flew for 67 days in 2025. Other customers include drone manufacturers and operators such as Empirical Systems Aerospace, Nokia, and Matternet.
Military and drone demand is also supporting the company’s growth. Second-quarter revenue reached $34 million, more than double the $15.1 million reported a year earlier. Amprius currently has access to more than 2 GWh of annual production capacity through manufacturing partners in China, South Korea, and the U.S.


4. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3367033/hong-kong-signs-2-mous-greater-bay-area-partners-commercialise-aerial-technology?module=latest&pgtype=homepage&utm_
Hong Kong teams up with 50 partners to set standards for low-altitude aviation
September 10, 2026
Hong Kong has secured support from more than 50 organisations to develop common standards for the low-altitude economy as the city seeks closer alignment with China’s national strategy for the sector.
The initiative was announced at a low-altitude economy forum attended by Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan. Participating organisations include mainland Chinese eVTOL and telecommunications companies such as AutoFlight, EHang, China Telecom Global, and China Unicom Innovation Research Institute.
Chan said no single city can establish global standards alone and highlighted Hong Kong’s common law system, aviation expertise, and status as an international financial and commercial hub as advantages for real-world testing.
The government is also expanding its regulatory testing framework through “Regulatory Sandbox X,” which will cover more complex applications such as cross-boundary logistics and unconventional aircraft, including passenger-carrying vehicles.
Hong Kong also signed two memorandums of understanding with mainland partners. One establishes a bilateral sandbox with Nansha in Guangdong, while the other involves a partner in central China. Officials said the agreements will combine the Greater Bay Area’s manufacturing and testing capabilities with Hong Kong’s strengths in research, standards setting, and regulation.
More than 140 applications have already been approved for commercial low-altitude services, including deliveries, infrastructure inspection, and materials lifting. Another 33 more complex projects have been selected for testing under Sandbox X.
Officials said Hong Kong aims to act as a “superconnector” for the sector, using its legal, regulatory, financial, and aviation strengths to promote common standards, commercialisation, and wider cooperation with Greater Bay Area and Belt and Road partners.
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