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Wisk Aero Generation 6 vs Daher EcoPulse
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
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Model
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Wisk Aero Generation 6
Daher EcoPulse |
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Manufacturer
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Wisk Aero
Daher (in collaboration with Airbus & Safran) |
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Announced
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2022
2019 |
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launched
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November 29, 2023 |
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Base Price
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4950000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
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Aircraft Type
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All-electric autonomous eVTOL air taxi
Hybrid-electric distributed-propulsion demonstrator (based on Daher TBM platform) |
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Length
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10.7 m (based on TBM 900) |
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Wingspan / Rotor Diameter
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50 ft (15 m)
12.8 m |
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Height
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4.4 m |
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Passenger Capacity
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4 passengers
4–6 |
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Cargo Capacity
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Nose luggage compartment
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Landing Gear Type
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Fixed skid landing gear
Retractable tricycle gear |
Power & Propulsion
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Battery Type
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All-electric
High-voltage Lithium-ion (800 V DC system) |
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Battery Capacity
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350 kW |
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Battery Brand
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Airbus |
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Charging Time
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15 minutes fast recharge
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Solar / Hybrid Assist
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None
Hybrid system (conventional turboprop + electric motors) |
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Motor
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12 electric motors (distributed propulsion)
Six wing-mounted Safran electric propellers (e-propulsion units) |
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Total Power Output
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350 kW combined |
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Propulsion System
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12-propeller system – 6 tilting front for lift + forward flight, 6
Hybrid configuration combining a turboprop engine, turbogenerator, and distributed electric thrusters |
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transmission
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Direct-drive electric motors (no gearbox) |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
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Cruising speed
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120 knots (222 km/h)
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Top Speed
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138 mph (222 km/h)
Estimated around 290 km/h (180 mph) |
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Maximum Range
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90 miles (144 km)
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Endurance (Flight Time)
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5–50 minutes
Less than 1 hour on battery power alone |
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Service Ceiling (Max Altitude)
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2,500–4,000 ft AGL
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Takeoff / Landing Type
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Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL)
Conventional runway operation |
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Noise Level (dB)
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85 dB at 100 ft hover, 40 dB at cruise
Significantly reduced |
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Flight Modes
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Hover, transition, cruise
Hybrid electric and distributed propulsion modes |
Safety & Systems
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Avionics
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Redundant fly-by-wire flight control system
Modified Daher TBM avionics with Airbus-developed distributed propulsion management |
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Flight Control
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Fully autonomous with human supervisory oversight
Custom software enabling differential thrust for roll and yaw control |
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Safety Features
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Multiple redundant motors, no single point of failure
High-voltage battery management
Synchronization of propellers (noise and vibration reduction)
Redundant power systems
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Emergency Landing System
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Capable of safe landing with rotor failures
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Certifications
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FAA type certification in progress
Demonstrator only (not yet certified for production use) |
Interior & Comfort
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Seating Layout
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2×2 passenger configuration
4–6 seats |
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Cabin Type
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Automotive-inspired, panoramic windows
Pressurized light aircraft cabin |
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Infotainment & Displays
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Onboard WiFi, seat charging ports
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Storage Compartments
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Nose luggage compartment, space for carry-on
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Other Features
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Accessibility for passengers with disabilities
Advanced power distribution, hybrid control interface |
Capacities
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Passenger Capacity
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4
4–6 |
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Payload Capacity
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900 lb (408 kg)
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