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Vertical Aerospace VX4
- Battery Capacity:
- Propulsion System: Tilt-rotor / lift + cruise configuration
- Service Ceiling (Max Altitude):
- Takeoff / Landing Type: Vertical take-off & landing (VTOL)
PROS
- Zero-Emission Flight: Fully electric, environmentally friendly.
- Low Operating Noise: Ideal for urban air mobility.
- High Safety Redundancy: Multiple motors and fly-by-wire system.
- Strong Industry Partnerships: Honeywell, Rolls-Royce, and Molicel collaborations.
- Quick VTOL Capability: Can take off and land vertically in tight spaces.
- Targeted Certification Path: Designed to meet UK/EASA enhanced safety standards.
CONS
- Limited Range (~160 km): Suitable only for short urban routes.
- Unpublished Technical Details: Many specs (battery kWh, weight, charging time) not yet released.
- High Estimated Cost: Around US $4 million per unit.
- Prototype Stage: Commercial service and certification still pending.
- Unknown Performance Data: No confirmed climb rate, endurance, or service ceiling.
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Full Specifications
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
| Model | Vertical Aerospace VX4 |
| Manufacturer | Vertical Aerospace |
| Announced | 2020 |
| launched | July 2024 |
| Base Price | 4000000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
| Aircraft Type | Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) |
| Wingspan / Rotor Diameter | Rotor Diameter: Not published (features 8 propellers) |
| Passenger Capacity | 1 pilot + 4 passengers |
| Cargo Capacity | 450 kg |
| Landing Gear Type | Retractable tricycle gear |
Power & Propulsion
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion cylindrical cells (aviation-grade) |
| Battery Brand | Molicel (via Vertical Energy Centre) |
| Charging Power | Rapid charging |
| Motor | 8 electric motors (distributed propulsion) |
| Propulsion System | Tilt-rotor / lift + cruise configuration |
| transmission | Direct-drive electric |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
| Cruising speed | 150 mph (241 km/h) |
| Top Speed | 200 mph (≈ 322 km/h) |
| Maximum Range | 100 miles (160 km) |
| Takeoff / Landing Type | Vertical take-off & landing (VTOL) |
| Noise Level (dB) | near silent (exact dB not published) |
| Flight Modes | Vertical hover → transition → cruise |
Safety & Systems
| Avionics | Honeywell integrated digital flight deck |
| Flight Control | Full fly-by-wire system |
| Safety Features | Redundant electric propulsion, composite airframe, intelligent battery monitoring |
| Certifications | UK CAA & EASA SC-VTOL |
Interior & Comfort
| Seating Layout | 1 pilot + 4 passengers |
| Cabin Type | Enclosed composite cabin with large panoramic windows |
| Infotainment & Displays | Advanced cockpit interface (details TBC) |
| Storage Compartments | Dedicated baggage area behind seats |
| Other Features | Low cabin noise, sustainable design, modular build |
Capacities
| Passenger Capacity | 5 (total including pilot) |
| Payload Capacity | 450 kg |
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