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Electra Aero eSTOL vs AutoFlight eVTOL
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
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Model
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Electra eSTOL
AutoFlight eVTOL |
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Manufacturer
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Electra.aero
AutoFlight |
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Announced
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2021
2021 |
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launched
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2023
|
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Base Price
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150000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
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Aircraft Type
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Hybrid-electric ultra-short take-off and landing (eSTOL) fixed-wing aircraft
Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (Lift + Cruise configuration) |
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Length
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11.6 m |
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Wingspan / Rotor Diameter
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14.5 m |
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Height
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2.6 m |
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Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)
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2,000 kg |
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Passenger Capacity
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Up to 9 passengers + 1 pilot
4 passengers + 1 pilot (total 5 seats) |
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Cargo Capacity
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2,500 lb
350 kg payload |
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Landing Gear Type
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Tricycle gear (fixed or semi-retractable)
Fixed skid gear |
Power & Propulsion
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Battery Type
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Lithium-ion (hybrid-electric configuration)
Lithium-ion battery pack (fully electric) |
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Battery Capacity
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160 kWh |
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Solar / Hybrid Assist
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Yes – hybrid assist (turbogenerator)
pure electric |
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Motor
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8 wing-mounted electric motors (distributed propulsion)
13 electric motors (10 lift + 3 pusher for cruise) |
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Propulsion System
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Hybrid-electric system (battery + turbine generator)
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transmission
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Direct electric drive to each propeller
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Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
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Cruising speed
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175 knots (324 km/h)
200 km/h |
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Top Speed
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200 mph (174 knots)
250 km/h |
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Maximum Range
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1,100 nautical miles (2,037 km)
250 km (≈ 155 miles) |
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Endurance (Flight Time)
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1 hour 43 minutes (prototype test flight)
1 hour |
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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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150 ft
Vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) |
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Noise Level (dB)
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75 dBA at 300 ft
65 dBA at hover |
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Flight Modes
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Electric-only (quiet mode) / Hybrid (extended range)
Piloted and autonomous capable |
Safety & Systems
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Avionics
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Modern glass cockpit
Advanced fly-by-wire and redundant control systems |
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Flight Control
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Aerodynamic blown-lift system with T-tail configuration
Autonomous flight software in development |
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Safety Features
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Distributed propulsion redundancy, hybrid backup power
Distributed propulsion redundancy, multiple rotors for stability |
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Emergency Landing System
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Whole-aircraft parachute (reported) |
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Certifications
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Targeting FAA Part 23 certification (~2028)
Type certification under EASA and CAA in progress |
Interior & Comfort
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Seating Layout
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1 pilot + up to 9 passengers
2 front + 3 rear (passenger plus pilot) |
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Cabin Type
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Enclosed regional commuter cabin
Fully enclosed pressurized-style cabin |
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Infotainment & Displays
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Digital instrument and flight displays (expected) |
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Storage Compartments
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Small rear cargo area |
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Other Features
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Quiet cabin environment and short-field access
Large panoramic windows, lightweight luxury finish |
Capacities
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Passenger Capacity
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9 passengers
5 |
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Payload Capacity
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Up to 2,500 lb
350 |
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