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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
XTI Completes Federal Aviation Administration Flight Technical Familiarization Review
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) ("XTI"), a pioneer in xVTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, today announced that it completed a flight-focused technical familiarization ("Tech Fam") meeting with the Federal Aviation Administration (the "FAA") with respect to XTI's TriFan 600 Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) airplane. This meeting is another important step forward in XTI's path to flight certification of the TriFan 600. Engineering experts from XTI Aircraft Company, a subsidiary of XTI, met with 17 FAA representatives located across the country to review the TriFan 600's system design approach, and expected flight performance. The Tech Fam addressed key FAA certification areas: Conventional Take Off and Landing (CTOL) and VTOL climb and landing performance Payload / range performance Max range / max cruise performance Weight and balance; center of gravity envelope Ceiling altitude Stall speed characteristics Flight control architecture Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE) "The FAA released the new Advisory Circular 21-17-4 "Type Certification of Powered-Lift under 14 CFR 21.17(b)" on July 18, 2025," said David Ambrose, XTI's Vice President of Engineering. "We had been working with draft versions of the Advisory Circular in preparation for this critical Tech Fam meeting as we continue to refine our TriFan 600 aircraft design as we work towards FAA certification of the TriFan 600 under the "Powered Lift" aircraft category. We appreciate the collaborative involvement of the FAA as we further develop our systems, subsystems and structural design and together focus on delivery of an exciting aircraft that we believe will transform point to point regional air travel." About XTI Aerospace, Inc. XTI Aerospace ( (Nasdaq: XTIA) is the parent company of XTI Aircraft Company, an aviation business based near Denver, Colorado, currently developing the TriFan 600, a fixed-wing business aircraft designed to have the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capability of a helicopter, maximum cruising speeds of over 300 mph and a range up to 1,000 miles, creating an entirely new category – the xVTOL. Additionally, the Inpixon ( business unit of XTI Aerospace is a leader in real-time location systems (RTLS) technology with customers around the world who use XTI's location intelligence solutions in factories and other industrial facilities to help optimize operations, increase productivity, and enhance safety. For more information about XTI, please visit and follow XTI on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and YouTube. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including without limitation, statements about the products under development by XTI, the advantages of XTI's technology, XTI's anticipated regulatory milestones including engagement with the FAA, the timing and likelihood of achieving type certification or other regulatory approvals, and XTI's customers, plans and strategies are forward-looking statements. Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including "believe," "continue," "could," "would," "will," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "target," "projects," or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar expressions. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are based upon estimates, forecasts, and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by XTI and its management, are inherently uncertain, and many factors may cause the actual results to differ materially from current expectations, which include, but are not limited to, XTI's ability to successfully complete the certification program for the TriFan 600, including obtaining necessary approvals from the FAA, in the anticipated time frame, if at all. XTI undertakes no obligation to revise any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that might subsequently arise. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the risk factors discussed from time to time in XTI's filings with the SEC, including those factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in its most recent annual report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on April 15, 2025, and in subsequent reports filed with or furnished to the SEC. Contacts General inquiries:Email: contact@ Web: Investor Relations:Dave Gentry, CEORedChip Companies, 1-407-644-4256Email: XTIA@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE XTI Aerospace, Inc.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Vir Das: Fool proof
(NOTE: This article was originally published in the India Today issue dated August 4, 2025)Being a Gemini might explain why Vir Das is involved in multiple projects at the same time. Since he was last seen on screen in the Ananya Panday-led series, Call Me Bae (2024), the comedian and actor has co-directed a film for Aamir Khan Productions, written a memoir and recorded a new stand-up special for Netflix called Fool Volume. All of this while also performing stand-up around the world. 'I have really worked hard for the last two years. They were creation years and the next two years are release years,' says the Volume, shot across a sold-out stadium in Mumbai, a church in London and New York's iconic Comedy Cellar, is an hour-long special and possibly his most experimental yet. 'If you compare it to Landing [his last special, for which Das won the International Emmy], you'll find it's less performative. There is no set and I am surrounded by the audience, who are lit while I am not. I am just completely myself on stage,' he explains.A large part of Fool Volume is about Das losing his voice six weeks before recording it. 'At that point, I had already written and fine-tuned the show around a completely different theme. Being forced to be silent made me rethink, and I found myself rewriting the show. It eventually became about silence.' He was also doing everything he could to get his voice back. The NYC section of the special chronicles the efforts—a pooja to remove nazar (evil eye), consulting India's vocal doctors and Grammy-winning singer Adele's speech therapist, homeopathy, chakra healing and Myofascial Energy Release. 'I don't know what got my voice back; maybe all six things worked.' Now that the special has dropped, next up for Das is the launch of his memoir The Outsider later this year. 'It's not so much about what I have achieved, but more about how I've stumbled, and all the stupid things I've said.' And then there is Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, a film that Das has co-written and co-directed along with long-time friend and collaborator Kavi Shashtri. 'I fell in love with directing the way I fell for stand-up. It's the single most exhausting thing I've ever done in my life, and I loved every minute of it,' says Das, who is also the been a little over two decades since Das moved to Mumbai and kickstarted a career in comedy, music (he had a band called Alien Chutney) and movies. Though he still thinks of himself as an outsider, he believes he has now found his to India Today Magazine- Ends
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Hrithik Roshan Calls Vir Das' Netflix Special The Best Ever: 'It Is Pure Genius'
Last Updated: Hrithik Roshan calls Vir Das' Fool Volume 'the best stand-up show ever.' The actor reinstalled Instagram just to praise the Netflix special. Details inside. Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan has made a surprising return to Instagram — and it's not for a film promotion or personal update. The actor rejoined the platform specifically to shower praise on comedian-actor Vir Das for his latest Netflix stand-up special Fool Volume. Hrithik called it 'the best stand-up show ever," making it clear that the special left a lasting impression on him. Taking to Instagram, Hrithik wrote, 'Had to reinstall Instagram cause I had to say this. Vir Das' Fool Volume has got to be the best stand-up show ever." The heartfelt shoutout quickly garnered attention from fans and fellow celebrities alike, with many lauding Hrithik's genuine appreciation for the art of comedy. Released globally this past Friday, Fool Volume marks Vir Das' sixth stand-up special and comes on the heels of his historic International Emmy Award win in 2024 for Landing. With this new outing, Vir delves even deeper into themes of identity, politics, absurdity, and cultural duality — all wrapped in his signature wit and biting satire. Vir's blend of introspection and humour in Fool Volume has resonated widely, with critics calling it his most personal and experimental work to date. The special's sharp writing, fearless honesty, and timely cultural reflections have made it a talking point among audiences in India and abroad. Reacting to Hrithik's public admiration, Vir responded with humility and gratitude, 'Day, month, year, life made. Thank you Hrithik for always shining light and for always being amazing. Thank you thank you @hrithikroshan I admire you so much." With Fool Volume, Vir Das continues to solidify his reputation as one of India's most fearless and globally relevant comedians. And with Hrithik Roshan's unexpected endorsement, the special has now earned a stamp of approval from Bollywood royalty too. Fool Volume is now streaming on Netflix. First Published: July 27, 2025, 18:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Hrithik Roshan calls Vir Das Fool Volume best stand-up, reinstalls app to say it
Actor Hrithik Roshan has showered praise on comedian-actor Vir Das for his latest Netflix special 'Fool Volume', calling it 'the best stand-up show ever.' The 'War 2' star was so moved by the performance that he reinstalled Instagram just to publicly share his admiration for the show, which marks Vir's most personal and boldest work to date.'Had to reinstall Instagram cause I had to say this. Vir Das' 'Fool Volume' has got to be the best stand-up show ever,' Hrithik wrote on his Instagram Story. advertisementThe special, which premiered on Netflix last Friday, has clever humour with introspective moments, exploring themes such as identity, politics, and the quirks of everyday life. This is Vir's sixth stand-up special and follows his Emmy-winning 'Landing', which made him the first Indian comedian to bag the prestigious International Emmy Award in 2024. 'Fool Volume' has since been gaining attention for its fearless commentary and clever writing. In response to Hrithik's heartfelt appreciation, Vir Das expressed his gratitude, saying, 'Day, month, year, life made. Thank you Hrithik for always shining light and for always being amazing. Thank you thank you @hrithikroshan I admire you so much.' On the work front, Hrithik has just wrapped up shooting for 'War 2', directed by Ayan Mukerji. The film also stars Kiara Advani and Jr NTR, who will be making his Bollywood debut. A sequel to the 2019 blockbuster 'War', the film is a key part of the YRF Spy Universe, alongside 'Pathaan' and 'Tiger 3'. Hrithik will reprise his role as Major Kabir Dhaliwal, a character that has become a fan favorite.- EndsMust Watch
Business Insider
21-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Social media startup Zeen is shutting down after raising $9 million
Making it as a social media startup ain't easy. Zeen, the maker of a social collage platform, confirmed to Business Insider on Monday that it was shutting down operations. "If there was any other way to keep it going, we would've done that," cofounder Miri Buckland told BI. "Ultimately, over the last couple of months, it became clear that it wasn't going to grow to the scale that it needed to as a VC-backed startup." Buckland cofounded the company, which was originally called Landing, with Ellie Buckingham in 2019. The startup raised a total of $9 million in venture capital from firms including Stellation Capital. The company's first product was Landing, a social media app that felt nostalgic for the 2010s days of Polyvore or Pinterest, and was a brief hit with Gen-Z users. The startup shut down the Landing app in September. The company then rebranded to Zeen and pivoted away from building a new social media platform and toward the creator economy. It introduced a shoppable collage feature that creators could use across social media platforms, particularly Substack newsletters. Creators could easily integrate affiliate-marketing links using Zeen's website. "We've had products in many different iterations through Landing and through Zeen, and we hoped that this would be something that we could grow into a much bigger business," Buckland said. Building a long-lasting, profitable social media platform isn't an easy game. That's one reason some investors have backed away from the category. Other social media darlings have faced fates of either dwindling popularity or, in some cases, shutting down entirely. For instance, Poparazzi, a photo-sharing app that was a viral hit in 2021, announced it would shut down in 2023. Meanwhile, some creator economy startups have also had to face shutdowns, like film studio Creator+. "We made the decision that now was the time to shut it down," Buckland said. "Fundraising or becoming profitable, they weren't viable pathways for us at this point. It's a sad decision, honestly."
