Volocopter VoloCity

Volocopter VoloCity

$350,000.00
Brand: Volocopter
Category: Flying Vehicles
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Battery Capacity ~35 kWh (modular packs)
Propulsion System Distributed electric propulsion (DEP) with fixed-pitch propellers
Service Ceiling (Max Altitude) ~2,000 m (6,560 ft)
Takeoff / Landing Type Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL)

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

5.5

BATTERY 7 / 10
BODY 3 / 10
COMFORT 6 / 10
DISPLAYS 5 / 10
PERFORMANCE 5 / 10
SAFETY 7 / 10

PROS

Zero-emission operation with lithium-ion propulsion
Compact footprint for urban vertiports
High redundancy with 18 rotors and multiple fail-safes
Extremely quiet compared to helicopters

CONS

Short 35 km (22 mi) range limits mission scope
High price compared to ground EVs
Dependent on developing vertiport infrastructure
Certification timeline subject to regulatory delays

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Full Specifications

Overview Electric Flying Vehicle

Model	VoloCity
Manufacturer	Volocopter GmbH (Germany)
Announced	2019
launched	Expected entry into service by 2025 (under certification)
Base Price	$300,000–$350,000

Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build

Aircraft Type	Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) air taxi
Length	~9.3 m (30.5 ft)
Wingspan / Rotor Diameter	18 rotors on a circular frame, ~9.3 m overall diameter
Height	~2.5 m (8.2 ft)
Empty Weight	~700 kg (1,543 lbs)
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)	900 kg (1,984 lbs)
Passenger Capacity	2 (including pilot, later autonomous)
Cargo Capacity	Small luggage compartment (~20–25 kg / 55 lbs)
Landing Gear Type	Fixed skid-type landing gear

Power & Propulsion

Battery Type	Lithium-ion battery system
Battery Capacity	~35 kWh (modular packs)
Battery Brand	Custom aviation-grade packs (partnerships with multiple suppliers, undisclosed)
Charging Input Voltage	High-voltage DC charging infrastructure
Charging Power	Up to 100 kW (target)
Charging Time	Fast swap in minutes / ~60 minutes standard charge
Solar / Hybrid Assist	battery-electric only
Motor	18 electric motors (each with its own rotor)
Total Power Output	~100 kW peak combined
Propulsion System	Distributed electric propulsion (DEP) with fixed-pitch propellers
transmission	Direct drive (no mechanical transmission – each motor directly drives a rotor)

Electric Flying Vehicle Performance

Cruising speed	~90 km/h (56 mph)
Top Speed	110 km/h (68 mph)
Maximum Range	~35 km (22 miles)
Endurance (Flight Time)	~20 minutes (with reserves)
Climb Rate	~6 m/s (1,180 ft/min)
Service Ceiling (Max Altitude)	~2,000 m (6,560 ft)
Takeoff / Landing Type	Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL)
Noise Level (dB)	~65 dB at 75 m (designed for urban low-noise operation)
Flight Modes	Piloted, semi-autonomous, autonomous (future certification stages)

Safety & Systems

Avionics	Redundant fly-by-wire control, navigation, and flight management systems
Flight Control	Triple-redundant autonomous flight control with pilot interface
Safety Features	18 independent motors (fault tolerance) Redundant power distribution Real-time diagnostics Low noise, low vibration design
Emergency Landing System	Parachute recovery system (airframe parachute)
Certifications	Pursuing EASA SC-VTOL and FAA type certification

Interior & Comfort

Seating Layout	2 seats (side-by-side pilot + passenger)
Cabin Type	Enclosed cabin with wide windows for panoramic views
Infotainment & Displays	Minimalistic digital flight display, passenger information screen planned
Storage Compartments	Small rear luggage space for carry-on bags
Other Features	Climate control Lightweight, ergonomic seating Large windows for sightseeing

Capacities

Passenger Capacity	2 (1 pilot + 1 passenger)
Payload Capacity	~200 kg (441 lbs, including passengers + luggage)
Cargo Capacity	~20–25 kg luggage allowance

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