Big news since the FAA certification process can lead to premature hair loss and / or stroke for any manufacturer. The A500 is the piston predecessor of of the A700, which air charter gurus are still hotly debating as to whether it will be one of many ubiquitous air taxis.

This story updates us on the status of A500 certification and how that can significantly help its 90% parts common sibling the A700 jet.