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Pivotal Helix
- Battery Capacity: 8 kWh
- Propulsion System: Fixed rotor configuration on tandem wings; entire airframe tilts for transition flight
- Service Ceiling (Max Altitude): 1,500 m (5,000 ft) ASL
- Takeoff / Landing Type: Vertical Takeoff & Landing (VTOL)
PROS
- No pilot license required (FAA Part 103 ultralight category).
- Compact & portable — can fit in a standard trailer.
- Simple operation with automated takeoff, hover and landing modes.
- High safety redundancy (8 motors + ballistic parachute).
- Amphibious capability — can land safely on water.
- Quiet flight (~72 dBA at 150 ft).
- Zero emissions – fully electric design.
CONS
- Very limited range (~20 miles / 30 minutes).
- Single-seat only (no passengers or cargo space).
- Slow cruise speed compared to other eVTOLs.
- High price (~$190,000) for a personal hobby craft.
- Weather dependent — unsuitable for windy or rainy conditions.
- No autonomous flight or remote operation currently.
Full Specifications
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
| Model | Pivotal Helix |
| Manufacturer | Pivotal (Formerly Opener Aero) |
| Announced | October 2023 |
| launched | 2024 |
| Base Price | 190000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
| Aircraft Type | Light eVTOL Personal Aerial Vehicle (PAV) |
| Length | 4.1 m (13 ft 5 in) |
| Wingspan / Rotor Diameter | 4.15 m (13 ft 7 in) |
| Height | 1.6 m (5 ft 3 in) |
| Empty Weight | 158 kg (348 lb) |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) | 258 kg (568 lb) |
| Passenger Capacity | 1 (pilot only) |
| Cargo Capacity | Minimal (personal items only) |
| Landing Gear Type | Fixed skid/strut gear (amphibious design) |
Power & Propulsion
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion battery pack |
| Battery Capacity | 8 kWh |
| Charging Input Voltage | 120 V (Level 1) / 240 V (Level 2) |
| Charging Power | (120 V); Fast ≈ 75 min (240 V) |
| Charging Time | 4.5 hrs |
| Solar / Hybrid Assist | None |
| Motor | 8 electric motors (one per rotor) |
| Total Power Output | 80–100 kW |
| Propulsion System | Fixed rotor configuration on tandem wings; entire airframe tilts for transition flight |
| transmission | Direct-drive electric motors |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
| Cruising speed | 101 km/h (63 mph) |
| Top Speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) |
| Maximum Range | 32 km (20 mi) with reserve |
| Endurance (Flight Time) | 20–30 minutes |
| Climb Rate | 152 m/min (500 ft/min) |
| Service Ceiling (Max Altitude) | 1,500 m (5,000 ft) ASL |
| Takeoff / Landing Type | Vertical Takeoff & Landing (VTOL) |
| Noise Level (dB) | 72 dBA (at 150 ft distance) |
| Flight Modes | Hover Mode, Auto Takeoff / Landing, Position Hold, Transition Flight |
Safety & Systems
| Avionics | Digital flight panel + HD landing camera + optional ADS-B |
| Flight Control | Fly-by-wire with triple redundancy and joystick input |
| Safety Features | Fault-tolerant architecture, multiple redundant motors and batteries, envelope protection |
| Emergency Landing System | Ballistic parachute + amphibious hull (floats on water) |
| Certifications | FAA Part 103 (Ultralight Category – no pilot license required in U.S.) |
Interior & Comfort
| Seating Layout | Single-seat (enclosed cockpit) |
| Cabin Type | Canopy-style enclosure with 270° panoramic view |
| Infotainment & Displays | Digital instrument panel + mobile app for flight planning and data logging |
| Storage Compartments | Limited to small personal items |
| Other Features | fits into a 16-ft trailer for easy ground transport |
Capacities
| Passenger Capacity | 1 (pilot only) |
| Payload Capacity | 100 kg (220 lb) |
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