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Terrafugia Transition vs Evector SportStar Epos +
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
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Model
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Terrafugia Transition
Evector SportStar Epos + |
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Manufacturer
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Terrafugia Inc.
Evektor-Aerotechnik |
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Announced
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2006
2013 |
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Base Price
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300000
Approx. $97,000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
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Aircraft Type
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Roadable aircraft (Light Sport Aircraft)
Two-seat, low-wing electric light sport aircraft |
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Length
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6.0 m
5.98 m (19.6 ft) |
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Wingspan / Rotor Diameter
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8.0 m (foldable)
10.46 m (34.3 ft) |
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Height
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2.0 m
2.48 m (8.1 ft) |
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Empty Weight
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440 kg (970 lb)
285 kg (without batteries) |
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Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)
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649 kg (1,430 lb)
600 kg (1,323 lb) |
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Passenger Capacity
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2
2 (pilot + passenger) |
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Cargo Capacity
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Small personal luggage
15 kg (33 lb) |
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Landing Gear Type
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Fixed tricycle landing gear
Fixed tricycle landing gear (nose-wheel steerable) |
Power & Propulsion
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Battery Type
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Lithium-polymer (Kokam SLPB100216216H cells) |
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Battery Capacity
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60 kWh |
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Battery Brand
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Kokam Co., Ltd. |
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Charging Input Voltage
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220 V (standard) / 400 V (fast) |
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Solar / Hybrid Assist
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None
None (pure electric) |
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Motor
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Rotax 912 iS (combustion engine)
Rotex Electric RE 90-5 brushless DC motor (liquid-cooled) |
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Total Power Output
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100 hp
75 kW continuous / 100 hp peak |
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Propulsion System
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Rear pusher propeller (flight) + road drivetrain
Single electric motor with 3-blade composite propeller (1.63 m diameter) |
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transmission
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Automotive transmission for road mode; direct drive for flight
Direct drive (no gearbox) |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
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Cruising speed
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100 knots (185 km/h)
170 km/h (92 knots) |
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Top Speed
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107 knots (200 km/h)
260 km/h (140 knots) |
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Maximum Range
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400 nm (740 km)
150 km / 90 mi |
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Endurance (Flight Time)
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4 hours
1 hour (with 2 + 2 battery packs) |
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Climb Rate
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900 ft/min
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Service Ceiling (Max Altitude)
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10,000 ft
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Takeoff / Landing Type
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Conventional runway
Conventional runway operation |
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Noise Level (dB)
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Very low (compared to piston aircraft) |
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Flight Modes
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Road mode and flight mode
Standard manual controls with electric power management lever |
Safety & Systems
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Avionics
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Dynon glass cockpit
Custom digital dashboard for battery and motor monitoring |
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Flight Control
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Standard stick and rudder
Traditional control surfaces (ailerons, elevator, rudder) |
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Safety Features
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Airbags, carbon fiber safety cage
Simplified electric motor reduces mechanical failures
Low noise and low vibration operation
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Emergency Landing System
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Optional ballistic parachute (planned)
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Certifications
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FAA Light Sport Aircraft (in progress)
Complies with ELSA rules (Czech Republic) ASTM F2840-11 standard for electric LSA |
Interior & Comfort
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Seating Layout
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2 seats side by side
2 side-by-side |
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Cabin Type
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Enclosed dual-purpose cabin
Enclosed bubble canopy |
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Infotainment & Displays
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Digital flight instruments + standard road dashboard
Digital instrument cluster for power and battery data |
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Storage Compartments
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Small rear storage space
Rear luggage area (15 kg max) |
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Other Features
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Electrically foldable wings, road-to-flight switching system
Quiet, eco-friendly electric operation
Simple single-lever throttle control
Low operating costs and maintenance |
Capacities
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Passenger Capacity
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2
2 (pilot + passenger) |
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Payload Capacity
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230 kg (including fuel and passengers)
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Cargo Capacity
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Minimal luggage space
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