EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision)
[in effect]Global · safety standard · safety standard
Jurisdiction
Global
Classification
safety standard
Status
in effect
Effective Date
Aug 6, 2026
Primary Sources
1 audited
Statutory Scope & Summary
EASA and FAA revised guidance to narrow the gap between US and European eVTOL certification requirements. FAA criteria cover powered-lift designs up to 12,500 pounds and six passengers maximum. Both regulators issued advisory circulars for type production and airworthiness certification of powered-lift aircraft.
Covered Sectors & Application Domains
Regulatory Analysis & Inquiries
6 entriesWhat does EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) cover?
EASA and FAA revised guidance to narrow the gap between US and European eVTOL certification requirements. FAA criteria cover powered-lift designs up to 12,500 pounds and six passengers maximum. Both regulators issued advisory circulars for type production and airworthiness certification of powered-lift aircraft.
Where does EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) apply?
EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) is recorded as a safety_standard applying in Global on the DEPLOY registry.
When did EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) take effect?
EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) is recorded as effective August 6, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry.
Is EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) still in effect?
EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) is currently in effect and applies to covered operators in the named jurisdiction.
What types of robots does EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) apply to?
EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision) is recorded as applying to drones on the DEPLOY registry.
Which robot models on the DEPLOY registry fall under EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision)?
8 robot models on the DEPLOY registry match the form-factor scope of EASA & FAA Harmonize eVTOL Certification Criteria (2026 Revision): A200-XT, AEVEX Strike Drone, AIR ONE, ALIA-250 and 4 others. Form-factor scope match does not by itself establish compliance status; review the underlying primary sources for each operator.
Primary Sources & Legal Instruments
1 document- https://theaircurrent.com/regulation/faa-powered-lift-safety-continuum-easa-evtol-certification/Official Source
https://theaircurrent.com/regulation/faa-powered-lift-safety-continuum-easa-evtol-certification/