While Boeing, Airbus and Lockheed are making huge splashes (and sales) and stealing all the headlines in the opening days of the 2017 Paris Air Show, some smaller companies and aircraft are still getting their share of the spotlight. One such aircraft is the cool and very simple SureFly personal helicopter and VTOL aircraft, which was unveiled by the Workhorse Group in Paris on Monday.
Workhorse Unveils the SureFly Personal VTOL in Paris
Key Takeaways:
- Workhorse Group unveiled the SureFly, a personal two-seat hybrid gas/electric VTOL aircraft, at the 2017 Paris Air Show, designed for simple and safe flying.
- The SureFly features simplified joystick controls, dual lithium-ion battery backup for its gas engine, and a ballistic parachute for emergencies, requiring only light-sport pilot training.
- Initially intended for air taxi services with a 70-mile range and a targeted price under $200,000, Workhorse envisions future autonomous applications in agriculture, emergency response, and city commutes.
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