Hyundai Motor Group has officially unveiled its latest electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the Supernal S-A2. The reveal of this extraordinary aircraft marks a significant step in the evolution of urban air mobility and signals Hyundai's unwavering commitment to its vision for advanced air mobility.The BackgroundIn 2020, Hyundai's entrance into the … [Read more...] about Hyundai Reveals the S-A2 Electric Air Taxi
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Vertical Aerospace’s VX4 Air Taxi Prototype Accident
The world of aviation has witnessed a significant shift in recent years with the emergence of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles, commonly referred to as air taxis. One of the key players in this nascent industry, UK-based Vertical Aerospace, recently experienced a notable setback when its VX4 prototype (formerly known as the VA-X4) crashed during a test … [Read more...] about Vertical Aerospace’s VX4 Air Taxi Prototype Accident
Successful Collaboration between NASA and Joby Aviation
Thanks to a groundbreaking air traffic simulation developed by NASA's Ames Research Center and Joby Aviation, the concept of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles is closer to being a reality.The Promise of eVTOL VehiclesElectric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis are shaping up as a novel and sustainable means of commercial transport. These … [Read more...] about Successful Collaboration between NASA and Joby Aviation
Kittyhawk Fails to Take Off
The dream of a world where flying cars hover above traffic-jammed streets has hit a major speed bump. Kittyhawk, a once-promising air taxi startup, backed by Google veteran Sebastian Thrun and Larry Page, co-founder of Google, announced its decision to wind down its operations. This surprising announcement has sparked a wave of speculation and analysis within the burgeoning … [Read more...] about Kittyhawk Fails to Take Off