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California Startup Unveils Aircraft Made for Panoramic Views

Triton
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • Micronautix unveiled its Triton turboprop concept, featuring a unique design with a central fuselage flanked by two pods for 3-5 passengers.
  • The design prioritizes panoramic views, aiming to inspire new pilots and invigorate the sightseeing industry.
  • Key specifications include a 450 hp turboprop for a 155-knot cruise speed and a whole-airplane parachute system as a central safety feature.
  • The startup is currently seeking investors to develop the concept, with potential for hybrid versions in the future.
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The Templeton, California-based startup Micronautix unveiled the Triton turboprop concept on Friday at the Flying Aviation Expo in Palm Springs, California.

The unique design features a central fuselage flanked by two pods that each have tandem seating for two, altogether providing total seating for 3 to 5 passengers throughout the airplane. Charlee Smith, the man behind the design, says the impetus for the unique configuration is to optimize the passenger experience, giving fliers in the Triton ultimate panoramic views.

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