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Host Brian Purdy interviews Sean Borman with AeroAuto at the Innovations Showcase at SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo 2024.

May 19, 2024

The Future of Flying Cars

Sean Borman, CEO of Aero Auto, discusses the flying car industry at Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo. He highlights the importance of consumer education and finding the best vehicles for each individual’s needs.
Sean discussed the company’s plans to open a showroom in Austin, Texas, which will include a training facility for pilots of these new flying vehicles. Borman also spoke about the challenges of developing a new industry, including how to classify these vehicles and train pilots. He believes that consumer education is the most important thing right now, and that AO Auto will play a role in helping people understand the different options that are available. The company will also provide customers with support services such as charging infrastructure, landing facilities, storage facilities, registration, insurance, and maintenance.

Top eVTOL projects for private use in the world

September 5, 2023

These eVTOL projects are coming to your backyard

These top eVTOL companies are paving the way for a private future of transportation.

In an ever closer tomorrow we will see eVTOLs plying our skies more widely than normal airplanes do today. An eVTOL, which stands for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, is an aircraft which, as its name implies, does not need runways, unlike airplanes.

The main objective of eVTOLs is to offer passenger transport over short and medium distances, ensuring fast travel, bypassing road congestion, and reducing pollutants in the air.

eVTOLs are somewhat like helicopters but are distinguished by lower noise levels and greater sustainability. In addition, of course to significantly lower operating and maintenance costs.

Currently, these aircraft are undergoing testing and evaluation, awaiting certification for operational use. Leading eVTOL manufacturers are actively engaged in creating innovative transportation solutions for the future. The word that is most fashionable now is “Aero Taxi”. That is, a vehicle intended for the commercial transport of people and things. But, in addition to the large industrial groups that are scrambling around the “planes of the future”, there is a large number of small and medium-sized enterprises that have decided to produce eVTOL for private consumption.

Top eVTOL Companies to Know

Aeroauto is in constant contact with these eVTOL producers and is actively involved in the dissemination and marketing of these vehicles. Now let us find out who are the top eVTOL projects from companies that are developing future transportation solutions for personal (or non-commercial) use.

Ace VTOL

Headquarters: Perth, Australia
Ace VTOL is committed to delivering high-quality products and services and driving innovation in the aviation sector. They are currently developing three eVTOL models simultaneously the Trinity, the Slipstream Elite and in GT Slipstream.

Trinity: it offers efficient, flexible and environmentally friendly transportation with its multifunctional airframe, high-performance engine, and advanced flight management system. The aircraft was designed to provide a luxury travel experience for families without the need for a pilot’s license.. The company said Trinity will be able to travel 200 miles per hour and cover a maximum travel distance of 125 miles.

Slipstream Elite: it is an eVTOL concept designed for lovers of luxury and quality.
This revolutionary aerial machine, designed for efficiency is unmatched on the market. With seamless business integration, high speed, and unmatched affordability, the slipstream elite is perfect for busy executives who value time and luxury.
The integrated Face ID allows you to access essential business tools while remaining connected with your team, as the aircraft is also designed as a flying office.
Its compact design offers a small landing envelope for private helipads, yachts, events, and commercial addresses. The company said Slipstream Elite will be able to travel 200 miles per hour and cover a maximum travel distance of 125 miles.

GT Slipstream: The GT Slipstream is an incredible aircraft that perfectly marries classic race car aesthetics with the most advanced technologies. Its design, similar to that of the “quieter” companion, the Slipstream Elite, makes it the perfect choice for thrill seekers and uncompromising speed. The aircraft, powered by four new generation Arc Reaction engines, can reach speeds unthinkable for other eVTOLs. With an estimated speed of 270 mph and a range of 125 miles, the GT Slipstream is a true engineering marvel.

Aircar

Headquarters: Istanbul, Turkey
AirCar, an innovative autonomous electric aircraft (eVTOL), is poised to revolutionize sustainable air travel, catering to intra-city commuters’ needs for high-speed, eco-friendly transportation.

Having undergone extensive development and testing, the AirCar display a futuristic design that minimizes drag and maximizes energy efficiency, enabling an impressive range of 50 to 80 kilometers on a single charge. Also, its autonomous flight control system, bolstered by AI integration, ensures optimized flight quality by constantly analyzing data. With eight electric motors offering speed and redundancy, AirCar is primed for dynamic performance. Notably, AirCar has commenced certification procedures with both FAA and EASA, marking a significant step towards its promising future.

Air

Headquarters: Tel Aviv, Israel
Air, an Israeli startup, with an ambitious and totally eco-sustainable project has developed AIR ONE, a fully electric two-seater eVTOL.

The One is equipped with amazingly simple controls, and folding wings for easy storage. Being a fully electric aircraft, charging times are no longer than those of a normal electric vehicle. A 100% charge takes about an hour, while an 80% charge takes just 30 minutes. The model is now in an advanced stage of development and deliveries are expected to start in 2025.
Air claims the ONE will offer a range of 110 miles on a single charge at speeds up to 155 mph.

Jetx

Headquarters: Lake Nona, Florida
JETX LLC was founded in 2020 in Lake Nona, Florida, USA with the goal of designing hybrid-electric and full electric civilian passenger aircraft with VTOL capability.

The JETX Vector E is a five-passenger hybrid-electric (or all-electric) VTOL for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) using a grand total of 10 Electric Ducted Fans (EDF) for its propulsion system.
The company has not released any further data on its project. It is not clear if the project will be followed by production or if the Vector project will be sold together with the supply of its engines to another company.

Maca

Headquarters: Aix-en-Provence, France
MACA Aviation & Aerospace was founded in 2020 by a former fighter pilot and a former Airbus manager in Aix-en-Provence, France.

The goal of Maca is to create safe, fast, and emission-free VTOL hybrid-electric racing aircraft. In the footsteps of this project, the futuristic S11 hybrid-electric VTOL is born. The aircraft is propelled by six engine-propeller units powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
The aircraft’s design is sleek and modern, the pilot’s compartment resembling that of a fighter jet. It also has two sets of canard stabilizers, located respectively at the front and rear of the aircraft.
Maca declares that the S11 will have a maximum speed of 155 mph, semi-automatic piloting (necessary, given the racing environment)

Headquarters: Huston, Texas
NANCo Aero, founded in 2021, is a technology company offering advanced air vehicles and drone products, as well as research and development services for various sectors. Their vision is to create a Hybrid Personal Air Vehicle with VTOL capabilities for urban and rural passenger transport.

The Nanco RIVÍR is an eVTOL project poised to revolutionize urban and rural transportation. It promises a sleek design, advanced technology, and multifunctionality for various aerial applications. This hybrid air vehicle aims for passenger and parcel transport, emergency response, surveillance, and more. Performance-wise, it boasts a max speed of 257 km/h (160 mph), a range of 161 km (100 mi), and impressive power from eight electric motors. With vertical takeoff and landing capability, the RIVÍR is compact, seats four passengers and one pilot, and is expected for delivery by the fourth quarter of 2026, with a base price of $1,000,000. Emphasizing safety, stability, and efficiency, the Nanco RIVÍR offers a transformative mode of transportation for the future.

Conclusion

The eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) market is rapidly growing, with a number of companies developing innovative personal eVTOLs . These aircraft offer the potential for a more sustainable and efficient way to travel, and could revolutionize the way we get around in the future.

Some of the top eVTOL companies for private use include Ace VTOL, AirCar, Air, Jetx, Nanco, and Maca. These companies are developing a variety of eVTOL projects, with different features and capabilities. Some of the factors to consider when choosing a personal eVTOL include range, speed, noise level, and cost.

The eVTOL market is still in its early stages, but it is clear that this technology has the potential to change the way we travel. As technology matures and the cost of eVTOLs comes down, we can expect to see more and more of these aircraft in the sky.

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