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JAXA Hornisse

26 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe JAXA (Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency) Hornisse is a ducted fan craft that is currently being tested at sub-scale model sizes to validate the concept before moving on to larger scale variants. The aircraft pictured is a rendering of a proposed eVTOL aircraft by JAXA, and is not the Hornisse sub-scale test bed.CompanyCEOProduct NameJapanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)Dr. Naoki...

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Flexcraft

26 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe Flexcraft is an eVTOL being built by the Lisbon, Portugal based Flexcraft consortium. Testing of the aircraft was slated to begin in November of 2019, but does not appear to have begun yet.CompanyProduct NameFlexcraft, a consortium based in Lisbon, PortugalFlexcraftStage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype BuildFlight TestingCertificationCommercially OperatingTechnical DetailsAircraft Type: VTOL with fixed wing Powerplant: Hybrid Electric Turbofan Range: 575...

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Hopflyt Venturi

26 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe Hopflyt Venturi is a craft designed to become the leading mobility source for any journey under 200 miles, according to the Hopflyt website. It uses advanced aerodynamics principles (detailed in the Technical Specifications section) for improved performance.CompanyCEOProduct NameHopFlyt, a Lusby, MD, USA companyRob WinstonVenturiStage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype BuildFlight TestingCertificationCommercially OperatingTechnical DetailsFrom the HopFlyt Website: Advanced Aerodynamic Design Utilizing...

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DIGI Droxi

26 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe DIGI Droxi is being developed in Dubai, UAE by DIGI Drones, which is scaling its experience with smaller drone technologies to a passenger-carrying variant.CompanyProduct NameDIGI Robotics, based in DubaiDroxiStage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype BuildFlight TestingCertificationCommercially OperatingTechnical DetailsAircraft Type: VTOL with Fixed Wing, Intercity Powerplant: 58kW Electric Engines Range: 270 nm Top Speed: 109 mph Propeller Configuration: 6 tilting motors...

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DeLorean Aerospace DR7

26 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe DeLorean Aerospace DR7 is being developed by Paul DeLorean in Laguna Beach, CA. The DR7 features a futuristic monocoque fuselage design coupled with ducted fans for propulsion.CompanyCEOProduct NameDelorean Aerospace, based in Laguna Beach, CA, USAPaul DeLoreanDR7Stage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype BuildFlight TestingCertificationCommercially OperatingTechnical DetailsThere are no technical details released on the DR7 at this time, but from their website:...

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DeLorean DR7

Hoversurf Formula

26 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe Hoversurf Formula is an eVTOL that uses fold-out wings to facilitate forward flight, and sixteen vertically mounted ducted fans which swivel to provide either vertical or forward propulsion. The claimed entry level price is $97,000. The company's website names the Formula as a "lift and cruise type design", claiming that this type of aircraft is much more efficient than...

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ASX MOBi-ONE

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe Airspace MOBi One is targeted for deployment in 2025 and should match the cost of an UberX Ride at that point. The MOBi One features a variable angle of attack wing that has 6 rotors mounted on it for propulsion, in addition to a seventh rotor on the empennage of the VTOL.CompanyCEOProduct NameASX (AirSpaceX, based in Detroit, Michigan,...

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AeroMobil 4.0 STOL

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe AeroMobil 4.0 STOL is AeroMobil's final STOL concept before the company moves to designing and building its 5.0 VTOL concept. Bratislava, Slovakia based AeroMobil is also currently testing its 3.0 STOL.CompanyCEOProduct NameAeroMobil, based in Bratislava, SlovakiaPatrick Hessel4.0 STOLStage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype BuildFlight TestingCertificationCommercially OperatingTechnical DetailsAircraft Type: Roadable STOL Powerplant: Automotive gasoline combustion Range: 466 miles Top Speed: 223 mph Propeller Configuration:  1 rear...

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AeroMobil 4.0

AeroMobil 5.0 VTOL

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe AeroMobil 5.0 VTOL is being developed in the "Detroit of Slovakia" by Mr. Juraj Vaculík and his AeroMobil team. The 5.0 VTOL advances the company's 4.0 STOL design.CompanyCEOProduct NameAeroMobil, based in Bratislava, SlovakiaMr. Juraj Vaculík5.0 VTOLStage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype BuildFlight TestingCertificationCommercially OperatingTechnical Details Aircraft Type: Roadable VTOL with fixed-wing flight Powerplant: Rotax 912 four cylinder aircraft engine Range: 435 miles Top...

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Airbus CityAirbus

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe Airbus CityAirbus is the long view approach from the commercial aircraft giant to produce a streamlined passenger air taxi for use around congested urban areas. Airbus formerly created the A^3 Ventures Vahana aircraft as an eVTOL technology demonstrator, and has now moved on to continuing development of the CityAirbus.CompanyCEOProduct NameAirbus, a Cologne, France CompanyTom EndersCityAirbusStage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype...

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PopUp.Next

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe PopUp.Next is designed by Italdesign, and is under development in collaboration with Airbus and Audi. Audi is responsible for designing the ground maneuvering system and Airbus is designing the electric-powered lifting module and detachable pod of the aircraft.CompanyProduct NameCEOThree companies are involved: Italdesign, Audi, and AirbusPop.Up NextItaldesign: Jörg Astalosch Audi: Markus Duesmann Airbus: Guillaume Faury (Airbus Group); Mark...

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Ray Civil VTOL Aircraft

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe Ray Civil VTOL Aircraft is being developed by Ray Research AG in Muttenz, Switzerland. The "Ray" VTOL is named such because it resembles a Manta Ray, and features two ducted fans at the rear of the craft for propulsion and two in each wing for additional power. Recently, the company has competed in Boeing's GoFly competition and helped...

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FlytCycle

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe FlytCycle was originally developed and tested in 2017, is the proof-of-concept prototype for Flyt Aerospace's upcoming Red Hummingbird aircraft. The FlytCycle features 12 electric motors each with a single propellor, and has been exhibited at the 2019 Webit tech festival in Europe.CompanyUse CasesFlyt AerospaceAir-Terrain-Vehicle, recreational or militaryStage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype BuildFlight TestingCertificationCommercially OperatingTechnical DetailsAircraft Type: Wingless VTOL Powerplant: All-electric Range: 10-15...

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Jetoptera Personal Drone

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe Jetoptera Personal Drone is being designed and manufactured with patented "Fluidic Propulsion" according to the flying car maker. Jetoptera is creating an entire range of drones/flying cars, ranging from small enough to be held in a human's hand to large enough to carry a person.CompanyCEOProduct NameJetoptera, an Edmonds, WA, USA company. Dr. Denis DancanetJetoptera 2000Stage of DevelopmentPreliminary DesignPrototype...

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DEKATONE Flying Car

25 June 2018 || < 1 min read

Quick SummaryThe DEKATONE Flying Car is a concept created by Gary Daprato and Charles Bombardier of Imaginactive, an industrial design company based in Toronto, Canada. The goal of the Dekatone concept is to make flying as simple as driving a ground-based car by using a harmonized, rapidly actuating, gimbaled variable thrust set to the four corners of an aircraft to create multiple centers of...

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