{"id":22741,"date":"2022-07-12T13:00:27","date_gmt":"2022-07-12T13:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saj.pachecostudios.com?p=22741"},"modified":"2022-07-12T13:00:56","modified_gmt":"2022-07-12T13:00:56","slug":"air-takes-off-for-the-first-time-with-successful-evtol-hover-flight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stateaviationjournal.com\/index.php\/international-news\/air-takes-off-for-the-first-time-with-successful-evtol-hover-flight\/%20","title":{"rendered":"AIR Takes Off for the First Time with Successful eVTOL Hover Flight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today AIR<\/a>, creator of eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft for the consumer market, announced that its inaugural vehicle, AIR ONE, has successfully completed its first hover test after receiving its airworthiness certificate. At approximately 7am Israel time on June 21st, the full-scale AIR ONE prototype (868kg) took flight in the green fields of Megiddo in northern Israel. AIR ONE completed multiple hovers throughout the day and the following two weeks, safely lifting off, hovering in place, and returning to the ground, performing optimally in a stable flight envelope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All of the aircraft\u2019s systems functioned as designed,\nproviding full control and stability. Furthermore, AIR ONE\u2019s energy use during\nflight was exactly as predicted, demonstrating its ability to execute expected\nperformance metrics. AIR plans to expand to full flight envelope testing\nthroughout 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While much of the burgeoning advanced air mobility (AAM)\nmarket consists of eVTOL air taxis for commercial use, AIR allows individual\nconsumers to embrace eVTOL flight for the first time as a certified, personal\ntransportation alternative for day-to-day, short distance travel. Capable of\ntaking off and landing on any flat surface with a 250kg payload, the\nall-electric two-seater aircraft offers a practical range on a single charge at\nspeeds up to 155 mph (250 km\/h). AIR ONE can be stored in most garages and\ndriveways, and is suitable for trailer hauls, providing commuters and travelers\nwith a daily dose of adventure on their own terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt was truly awe-inspiring to watch AIR ONE lift off the\nground for the first time. We\u2019ve been on this upward journey for nearly five\nyears and cannot wait for the public to join us on this ride,\u201d said Rani Plaut,\nCEO & Co-founder of AIR. \u201cThis momentous milestone secures AIR\u2019s spot as a\nmarket leader in the personal air mobility space, making the thrill of flight achievable\non a daily basis. We look forward to continued growth as we launch into the\nnext phase of development.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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AIR is pursuing further strategic partnerships in the US and\naround the world to assist in the development of infrastructure and policy\nrelated to this ongoing mobility revolution. The company also continues to work\nclosely with the FAA to finalize vehicle certification, as well as guidelines\nfor eVTOL pilot licensing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since coming out of stealth nearly one year ago, AIR has completed successful drop testing, ensuring AIR ONE\u2019s structural integrity; conducted multiple propulsion tests; and has performed a series of electronic and stability tests leading up to AIR ONE\u2019s first takeoff. AIR also recently announced partnerships with air mobility companies FlyOnE, Esp\u00c3\u00a8re AAM, and AeroAuto, establishing one of the first showrooms for electric aircraft in the US, and unveiled the full-scale AIR ONE prototype at this year\u2019s Kentucky Derby<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With more than 150 AIR ONE preorders already secured, AIR is\ncontinuing to accept advance orders on its website, www.airev.aero. AIR will be\nexhibiting at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 from July 25-31 at booth #92.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

View AIR ONE\u2019s successful hover flight here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The personal air mobility pioneer performed optimally in\nmultiple rounds of testing, putting it on track to deliver the first batch of\nits inaugural eVTOL, AIR ONE, for personal ownership by 2024<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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