SORA develops an electric vertical take‑off and landing (eVTOL) air‑bus that seats 30 passengers with a pilot and cabin crew, targeting low‑noise, zero‑emission aerial transport.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Current regional air transport relies on conventional aircraft that generate significant noise, emissions, and operating costs, limiting affordable and frequent aerial connectivity for medium‑sized passenger groups. The lack of low‑noise, zero‑emission solutions hampers the development of equitable, high‑capacity air mobility networks.
Solution
SORA offers the S‑1, a 30‑passenger electric vertical take‑off and landing (eVTOL) air‑bus designed to provide low‑noise, zero‑emission aerial transport. The aircraft integrates wing‑mounted batteries with a redundant distributed electric propulsion system, enabling vertical take‑off, cruise, and landing without fossil fuels. By combining a spacious cabin, dedicated baggage storage, and a single pilot plus cabin crew, the S‑1 aims to deliver affordable, high‑capacity mobility for short‑ to medium‑range routes while meeting stringent safety standards.
Target Audience
Primary customers are regional airlines, air‑taxi operators, and commuter transport providers seeking to introduce affordable, low‑noise, electric aerial services for medium‑capacity routes.
Features
- Wing‑integrated lithium‑ion battery packs delivering full‑flight energy storage
- Redundant distributed electric propulsion with low tip‑speed propellers to minimize acoustic footprint
- Capacity for 30 passengers plus one pilot and one cabin crew member
- Dedicated baggage compartment providing ample luggage space
- Design emphasis on high safety levels, including multiple propulsion redundancy and robust airframe structures
- Zero‑emission operation powered solely by electric energy
- Vertical take‑off and landing capability for flexible infrastructure use