Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing aircraft (eVTOL)

Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing aircraft (eVTOL)

Context: Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing aircraft (eVTOL) are under consideration for approval in many countries.

About:

• As the name suggests, it is an electric aircraft that can take off, hover, and land vertically.
• The United Kingdom may see the first eVTOL flying taxi flight in the country by 2026.
• However, the Indian government has yet toestablish clear policies regarding eVTOL flying taxis.
• Lilium (a German company), the Indian Institute of Technology, the Madrasincubated ePlane Company, and Airbus are among the companies working on the eVTOL.

Benefits of eVTOL

• It needs less fuel and low maintenance costs. It does not need an elaborate helipad and can function on any open ground or rooftop.
• It is expected to cut through road traffic for daily commutes, cargo deliveries, and even military purposes.
• Also, they will be flying much closer to the ground, unlike traditional aircraft.
• This technology is extremely beneficial for emergency situations such as urgent medical care