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CityAirbus NextGen vs Daher EcoPulse
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
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Model
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CityAirbus NextGen
Daher EcoPulse |
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Manufacturer
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Airbus
Daher (in collaboration with Airbus & Safran) |
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Announced
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2021
2019 |
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launched
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2024
November 29, 2023 |
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Base Price
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4950000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
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Aircraft Type
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Fully electric eVTOL (Urban Air Mobility)
Hybrid-electric distributed-propulsion demonstrator (based on Daher TBM platform) |
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Length
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10.7 m (based on TBM 900) |
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Wingspan / Rotor Diameter
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12 m
12.8 m |
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Height
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4.4 m |
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Empty Weight
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2,000 kg (estimate based on Airbus data)
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Passenger Capacity
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4 (1 pilot + 3 passengers)
4–6 |
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Landing Gear Type
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Fixed landing struts
Retractable tricycle gear |
Power & Propulsion
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Battery Type
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High-voltage Lithium-ion (800 V DC system) |
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Battery Capacity
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350 kW |
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Battery Brand
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Airbus |
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Solar / Hybrid Assist
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None (fully electric)
Hybrid system (conventional turboprop + electric motors) |
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Motor
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8 propellers MAGicALL electric motors (MAGiDRIVE)
Six wing-mounted Safran electric propellers (e-propulsion units) |
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Total Power Output
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350 kW combined |
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Propulsion System
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Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP)
Hybrid configuration combining a turboprop engine, turbogenerator, and distributed electric thrusters |
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transmission
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Direct-drive electric motors
Direct-drive electric motors (no gearbox) |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
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Cruising speed
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120 km/h
|
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Top Speed
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120 km/h (same as cruise)
Estimated around 290 km/h (180 mph) |
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Maximum Range
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80 km
|
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Endurance (Flight Time)
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Less than 1 hour on battery power alone |
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Takeoff / Landing Type
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VTOL
Conventional runway operation |
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Noise Level (dB)
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<65 dB(A) in flight <70 dB(A) during landing
Significantly reduced |
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Flight Modes
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Lift-and-cruise configuration
Hybrid electric and distributed propulsion modes |
Safety & Systems
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Avionics
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Developed with Thales & Diehl Aviation
Modified Daher TBM avionics with Airbus-developed distributed propulsion management |
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Flight Control
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Fully electric flight control system
Custom software enabling differential thrust for roll and yaw control |
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Safety Features
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Redundant propellers/motors
Distributed Electric Propulsion
High-voltage battery management
Synchronization of propellers (noise and vibration reduction)
Redundant power systems
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Certifications
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Designed for EASA SC-VTOL Enhanced Category
Demonstrator only (not yet certified for production use) |
Interior & Comfort
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Seating Layout
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1 pilot + 3 passengers
4–6 seats |
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Cabin Type
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Compact UAM cabin
Pressurized light aircraft cabin |
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Other Features
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Large panoramic windows
Advanced power distribution, hybrid control interface |
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