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Zapata Airscooter
- Battery Capacity:
- Propulsion System: Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP)
- Service Ceiling (Max Altitude): 3,000 – 4,000 m
- Takeoff / Landing Type: Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL)
PROS
- Easy to Fly: Simplified joystick controls and auto-stabilization make piloting accessible even to beginners.
- Hybrid Powertrain: Combines electric propulsion with combustion backup for longer range and flight time.
- VR Training Integration: Users can learn to operate it via a virtual reality simulator.
- Lightweight Build: At around 112 kg, it fits ultralight regulations in some regions.
- Good Range: Up to 160 km or 2 hours flight time, which is impressive for a personal VTOL.
- Redundant Safety Design: Multiple rotors enhance stability and safety during motor failure.
- 🌍 FAA Part 103 Compliant: May not require a full pilot license in the U.S.
CONS
- High Price Tag: At ~$128,000, it’s far from affordable for most consumers.
- Noise and Emissions: Hybrid system means it’s not fully electric or silent.
- Limited Data Transparency: Many technical specs (battery, power, charge times) remain undisclosed.
- Single-Occupant Only: Designed purely for solo recreation, not transport or cargo.
- Unverified Safety Systems: No parachute or detailed emergency procedure yet revealed.
- Not Yet Certified for Mass Production: Still in testing / pre-commercial phase.
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Full Specifications
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
| Model | Zapata Airscooter |
| Manufacturer | Zapata (France) |
| Announced | June 2023 |
| launched | 2024 |
| Base Price | 128000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
| Aircraft Type | Hybrid-Electric VTOL (Personal Flying Vehicle) |
| Length | 3.40 m |
| Height | 2.56 m |
| Empty Weight | 112 kg |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) | 232 kg |
| Passenger Capacity | 1 (pilot only) |
| Cargo Capacity | 120 kg (occupant + light cargo) |
| Landing Gear Type | Fixed tricycle gear |
Power & Propulsion
| Battery Type | Lithium-based (undisclosed chemistry) |
| Solar / Hybrid Assist | Hybrid system – electric motors with small combustion range-extending engines |
| Motor | Multiple electric motors (approx. 8) + 4 thermal engines |
| Propulsion System | Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP) |
| transmission | Direct-drive electric propulsion |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
| Cruising speed | 80 km/h (50 mph) |
| Top Speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) |
| Maximum Range | 160 km |
| Endurance (Flight Time) | Up to 2 hours |
| Service Ceiling (Max Altitude) | 3,000 – 4,000 m |
| Takeoff / Landing Type | Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) |
| Flight Modes | Computer-assisted / stabilized modes (fly-by-wire) |
Safety & Systems
| Avionics | Computerized fly-by-wire flight control |
| Flight Control | Dual-joystick assisted control with auto-stabilization |
| Safety Features | Redundant propulsion (multi-motor DEP design) |
| Certifications | Designed for FAA Part 103 (ultralight category, U.S.) |
Interior & Comfort
| Seating Layout | Single-seat cockpit |
| Cabin Type | Enclosed, compact pod with wide forward visibility |
| Infotainment & Displays | Basic digital flight instruments; VR training available |
| Storage Compartments | Minimal / none specified |
| Other Features | Intuitive joystick control; VR simulator training; simple to operate |
Capacities
| Passenger Capacity | 1 |
| Payload Capacity | 120 kg |
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