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CityAirbus NextGen vs Electra Aero eSTOL
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
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Model
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CityAirbus NextGen
Electra eSTOL |
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Manufacturer
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Airbus
Electra.aero |
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Announced
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2021
2021 |
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launched
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2024
2023 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
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Aircraft Type
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Fully electric eVTOL (Urban Air Mobility)
Hybrid-electric ultra-short take-off and landing (eSTOL) fixed-wing aircraft |
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Wingspan / Rotor Diameter
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12 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)
Up to 9 passengers + 1 pilot |
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Cargo Capacity
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2,500 lb |
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Landing Gear Type
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Fixed landing struts
Tricycle gear (fixed or semi-retractable) |
Power & Propulsion
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Battery Type
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Lithium-ion (hybrid-electric configuration) |
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Solar / Hybrid Assist
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None (fully electric)
Yes – hybrid assist (turbogenerator) |
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Motor
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8 propellers MAGicALL electric motors (MAGiDRIVE)
8 wing-mounted electric motors (distributed propulsion)
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Propulsion System
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Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP)
Hybrid-electric system (battery + turbine generator) |
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transmission
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Direct-drive electric motors
Direct electric drive to each propeller |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
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Cruising speed
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120 km/h
175 knots (324 km/h) |
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Top Speed
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120 km/h (same as cruise)
200 mph (174 knots) |
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Maximum Range
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80 km
1,100 nautical miles (2,037 km) |
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Endurance (Flight Time)
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1 hour 43 minutes (prototype test flight) |
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Service Ceiling (Max Altitude)
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6,500 ft |
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Takeoff / Landing Type
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VTOL
150 ft |
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Noise Level (dB)
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<65 dB(A) in flight <70 dB(A) during landing
75 dBA at 300 ft |
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Flight Modes
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Lift-and-cruise configuration
Electric-only (quiet mode) / Hybrid (extended range) |
Safety & Systems
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Avionics
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Developed with Thales & Diehl Aviation
Modern glass cockpit |
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Flight Control
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Fully electric flight control system
Aerodynamic blown-lift system with T-tail configuration |
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Safety Features
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Redundant propellers/motors
Distributed Electric Propulsion
Distributed propulsion redundancy, hybrid backup power |
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Certifications
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Designed for EASA SC-VTOL Enhanced Category
Targeting FAA Part 23 certification (~2028) |
Interior & Comfort
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Seating Layout
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1 pilot + 3 passengers
1 pilot + up to 9 passengers |
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Cabin Type
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Compact UAM cabin
Enclosed regional commuter cabin |
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Other Features
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Large panoramic windows
Quiet cabin environment and short-field access |
Capacities
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Passenger Capacity
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4
9 passengers |
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Payload Capacity
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Up to 2,500 lb |
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