Airspeeder operates the world's first crewed racing series for electric flying cars, acting as a proving ground for eVTOL technology. This platform accelerates the development of electric propulsion, flight control, and aerodynamic systems for next-generation aircraft.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The development of advanced aerial mobility solutions is hindered by the lack of a competitive platform to test and showcase cutting-edge eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) technology. This gap limits the pace of innovation in electric propulsion, flight control systems, and aerodynamic design for next-generation aircraft.
Solution
Airspeeder operates the world's first crewed racing series for electric flying cars, serving as a high-octane proving ground for eVTOL technology. The series utilizes advanced, high-performance eVTOL aircraft developed by Alauda Aeronautics, pushing the boundaries of aerial mobility and motorsport. By creating a competitive environment, Airspeeder accelerates the development and validation of critical technologies that will shape the future of aviation and transportation. The races are designed to be visually spectacular, incorporating elements of advanced aerodynamics and pilot skill in challenging aerial courses.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes motorsport enthusiasts, aviation industry professionals, technology innovators, and individuals interested in the future of transportation and advanced aerial mobility.
Features
- Development and operation of high-performance, crewed electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
- Racing series designed to test and showcase advancements in eVTOL technology, including electric propulsion, flight control systems, and aerodynamics.
- Aircraft capable of speeds up to 200 kph (124 mph) with a focus on power-to-weight ratio.
- Integration of advanced safety features such as airborne radar, lidar, and machine vision for collision avoidance.
- Use of augmented reality (AR) within the cockpit to assist pilots in navigation and racecourse awareness.
- Modular vertiport concepts designed for adaptability to racing events and broader flight operations.
- Collaboration with technical partners from motorsport and aviation industries to drive innovation.