Skylys Airspeeder
Quick Summary
Airspeeder AO is the first 100% electric and amphibious motorized vehicle without any visible engine system or propellers. The prototype has been conceived and handmade by the team of 20 PhDs, engineers and industrial designers from all over the world – France, Canada, Switzerland, Costa Rica, Dubai and the US. The company unveiled its prototype in December of 2019 and plans to conduct flight testing in the Pacific Ocean.
Skylys, based in Dover, Delaware, USA.
Stage of Development
Preliminary Design
Prototype Build
Flight Testing
Certification
Commercially Operating
Technical Details
Aircraft Type: Winged VTOL
Powerplant: All-Electric
Range: 93 miles
Top Speed: 100-150 mph
Propeller Configuration: Electric motors with ducted fans
Passenger/Payload Capacity: 1-3 passengers
Autonomy Level: Piloted
Wingspan/Dimensions: 10ft wingspan, 4.3ft height
Our Take on the Airspeeder AO
The Airspeeder AO is a unique concept with the first propulsive platform not visible from exterior. No photos/videos to date released have shown this concept in action, expect to see more as flight testing continues on and larger scale prototypes are developed.
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