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Rictor Skyrider X1 vs Zapata Airscooter
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
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Model
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Rictor Skyrider X1
Zapata Airscooter |
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Manufacturer
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Rictor (by KuickWheel)
Zapata (France) |
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Announced
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2025
June 2023 |
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launched
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2024 |
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Base Price
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60000
128000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
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Aircraft Type
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Electric VTOL Flying Motorcycle (Amphibious Concept)
Hybrid-Electric VTOL (Personal Flying Vehicle) |
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Length
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3.40 m |
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Wingspan / Rotor Diameter
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8 propellers on 4 folding arms
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Height
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2.56 m |
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Empty Weight
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80 kg
112 kg |
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Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)
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200 kg
232 kg |
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Passenger Capacity
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1 (person)
1 (pilot only) |
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Cargo Capacity
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120 kg (payload including pilot)
120 kg (occupant + light cargo) |
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Landing Gear Type
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Motorcycle wheels with retractable outriggers
Fixed tricycle gear |
Power & Propulsion
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Battery Type
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Electric Lithium pack (dual variant)
Lithium-based (undisclosed chemistry) |
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Battery Capacity
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10.5 kWh (SL) or 21 kWh (SX)
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Charging Power
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Up to 50 kW (DC fast charging)
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Solar / Hybrid Assist
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Hybrid option claimed (not verified)
Hybrid system – electric motors with small combustion range-extending engines |
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Motor
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8 independent electric motors
Multiple electric motors (approx. 8) + 4 thermal engines |
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Propulsion System
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Distributed electric multirotor VTOL
Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP) |
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transmission
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Direct drive (no gearbox)
Direct-drive electric propulsion |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
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Cruising speed
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100 km/h
80 km/h (50 mph) |
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Top Speed
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100 km/h
100 km/h (62 mph) |
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Maximum Range
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65 km (typical flight)
160 km |
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Endurance (Flight Time)
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25 min (10.5 kWh) / 40 min (21 kWh)
Up to 2 hours |
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Service Ceiling (Max Altitude)
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200 m (656 ft)
3,000 – 4,000 m |
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Takeoff / Landing Type
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Vertical (VTOL)
Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) |
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Flight Modes
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Manual, Assisted, and Autonomous (takeoff & landing)
Computer-assisted / stabilized modes (fly-by-wire) |
Safety & Systems
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Avionics
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Smart navigation, altitude & speed management, real-time environment monitoring
Computerized fly-by-wire flight control |
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Flight Control
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Triple-redundant fly-by-wire system
Dual-joystick assisted control with auto-stabilization |
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Safety Features
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Redundant power systems, battery monitoring, fail-safe controls
Redundant propulsion (multi-motor DEP design) |
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Emergency Landing System
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Ballistic parachute for whole aircraft
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Certifications
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In development (concept phase)
Designed for FAA Part 103 (ultralight category, U.S.) |
Interior & Comfort
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Seating Layout
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Single-seat cockpit
Single-seat cockpit |
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Cabin Type
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Enclosed (canopy protection)
Enclosed, compact pod with wide forward visibility |
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Infotainment & Displays
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Digital flight display with route and environment data
Basic digital flight instruments; VR training available |
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Storage Compartments
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Minimal / undisclosed
Minimal / none specified |
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Other Features
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Retractable prop arms, auto stabilization, amphibious claims
Intuitive joystick control; VR simulator training; simple to operate |
Capacities
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Passenger Capacity
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1
1 |
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Payload Capacity
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120 kg
120 kg |
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