This week, around 300 of the most influential figures in transportation gathered in Dallas for the UP.Summit, an annual, three-day event centered on the industry’s cutting edge. Aviation technology, and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in particular, turned plenty of heads—literally.
Opener Rebrands to Pivotal and Unveils Helix, Its First Scalable Production Aircraft
The company’s BlackFly personal eVTOL is one of the first of its kind to be sold and delivered to customers.
Key Takeaways:
- Pivotal (formerly Opener Aero) unveiled Helix, its first scalable production personal eVTOL, at the UP.Summit, priced at $190,000 with sales beginning in January.
- Designed for recreational flyers, the Helix complies with FAA Part 103 ultralight requirements, meaning no pilot certification is needed, and offers enhanced comfort and features.
- Pivotal distinguishes itself by already having sold and delivered its pre-production BlackFly model to private customers, making it the first company to put a personal eVTOL in private hands.
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