Tag Archives: Hybrid eVTOLs

Co-founder James Dorris explains Odys Aviation’s unique VTOL design

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When we first covered Odys Aviation (formerly Craft Aerospace) last September, we were struck not only by the impressive figures attached to it, but by its completely unique design. Where the vast majority of eVTOL designs are two-to-five-seaters aimed… Continue reading Co-founder James Dorris explains Odys Aviation’s unique VTOL design→

Zuri tilts to new propulsion system for its next-gen eVTOL air taxi

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Czech eVTOL startup Zuri came to our attention last year when it began hover tests of a long-range, hybrid-powered lift and cruise style aircraft. Today, the company unveiled its second-gen design, with a totally different tilting propulsion system.Con… Continue reading Zuri tilts to new propulsion system for its next-gen eVTOL air taxi→

Elroy Air unveils its heavy-lift, long-range, hybrid cargo VTOL

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San Francisco’s Elroy Air has revealed its pre-production Chaparral C1, an autonomous VTOL lift & cruise cargo drone running on a hybrid-electric system that allows it to transport loads up to 500 lb (227 kg), in a canoe-shaped cargo tub, over distance… Continue reading Elroy Air unveils its heavy-lift, long-range, hybrid cargo VTOL→

Ascendance revises the design for its long-range hybrid eVTOL

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France’s Ascendance has released an updated design and range figure for its long-range, fan-in-wing, eVTOL air taxi. The Atea will use batteries and kerosene for energy storage, but its modular hybrid system will eventually support hydrogen as well.Con… Continue reading Ascendance revises the design for its long-range hybrid eVTOL→