Eve Air Mobility Partners with DHL on eVTOL Supply Chain Services
It may sound like DHL plans to deploy Eve’s aircraft, but the agreement will actually see the former support the latter’s operations.
It may sound like DHL plans to deploy Eve’s aircraft, but the agreement will actually see the former support the latter’s operations.
Funding and agreement will speed development and commercialization of the company’s aircraft, which takes off from runways as short as 150 feet.
Flying car manufacturer’s A5 can drive like an automobile, take off from the runway like an airplane, or ascend vertically like a helicopter.
Ampaire has no plans to build its own aircraft but will inherit Talyn’s intellectual property and Department of Defense agreements.
Soon, helicopters and powered-lift aircraft may be certificated as light sport aircraft, and pilots, instructors, and repairmen may gain new privileges.
Model is expected to make its first flight later this year.
The model will be used for type certification already underway with the FAA.
The test vehicle aims to help prove the company’s blown-lift technology.
The companies seek to deploy autonomous eVTOL aircraft into Japanese airspace.
Research points to short-haul transport and environmental trends driving growth.