Antelope features an exceedingly futuristic design with a hidden propulsion system.
[Courtesy: Bellwether]
Key Takeaways:
Bellwether Industries, a London startup, has released footage of a test flight of its half-scale "Antelope" electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
The "Antelope" is defined as a "volar"—an urban air mobility (UAM) aircraft intended for private use, featuring a futuristic design and hidden propulsion system.
The half-scale prototype's first free flight took place in November in Dubai, with plans for a full-scale prototype to begin flight testing next year.
Bellwether Industries aims to revolutionize urban transportation, believing sky commuting will be inevitable within 10 years to enable a new "3-dimensional lifestyle."
Bellwether Industries, a London-based startup, has released footage of a test flight of its half-scale electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
The company defines its eVTOL, named Antelope, as a “volar”—an urban air mobility (UAM) aircraft meant for private use. Antelope features an exceedingly futuristic design with a hidden propulsion system.
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Jeremy attained his bachelor's in journalism and emerging media from Kennesaw State University. He also served in the Georgia Air National Guard as a C-130 Crew Chief for six years, holding an associate in aircraft maintenance technology.
