Alauda Aeronautics has unveiled the Airspeeder Crewed Mk4 powered by a 1,000kW (1,340 horsepower) Thunderstrike Hydrogen Turbogenerator.
The company claims it is the ‘world’s fastest’ electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with a top speed of 225mph (360kph) which can be reached in 30 seconds.
The turbocharger is specifically designed for use in eVTOLs and the technology allows green hydrogen to be used as a fuel, providing safe, reliable and sustainable power over long distances and flight times.
With its electric propulsion system, advanced aerodynamics and take-off weight (MTOW) of just 950kg, the Airspeeder is extremely efficient, with a projected range of 188 miles (300km) while producing near-zero emissions.
Artificial Intelligence Grimballed Thrust technology said the product ha the handling qualities of ‘a Formula One car’ and the Airspeeder Mk4 is scheduled for first crewed races in 2024.
Alauda Aeronautics designed and built the model in Adelaide, South Australia, and believes the technology has the potential to significantly reduce emissions and create a sustainable future for individual air travel.
In 2021, Urban Aeronautics revealed its hydrogen-fuelled eVTOL flying car model is one step closer to becoming a reality.
Urban Aeronautics raised the first $10m of a $100m funding round towards CityHawk from private investors in the US, Brazil and Israel.
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