Imagine an electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle for urban travel that’s quieter, safer, more affordable and more environmentally friendly than a traditional helicopter. At this week’s Uber Elevate Summit, Pipistrel, an Uber Elevate partner, revealed an aircraft the company thinks might fit that bill. The Pipistrel eVTOL concept uses dedicated propulsion systems for cruising and vertical lift and is part of a proposed family of aircraft capable of carrying between two and six people.
Pipistrel Unveils eVTOL Concept
Key Takeaways:
- Pipistrel, an Uber Elevate partner, unveiled a new electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) concept designed for quieter, safer, and more environmentally friendly urban air travel.
- The eVTOL features dedicated propulsion systems for both cruising and vertical lift, enabling longer distances, higher speeds, and lower operating costs, and is designed for scalability across a family of aircraft.
- Pipistrel announced a strategic partnership with Elan to develop the eVTOL's scalable composite structure using advanced manufacturing techniques.
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