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Embraer has 200 orders for the new eVTOL
eVTOL
Eve
Image: Embraer
Rafael Ramos
6/1/2021
Eve is an independent urban mobility company created by Embraer. The company announced today that it has received an order for 200 units of its new electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle. The order was placed by Halo, an air taxi company that operates in the US and UK. Aircraft deliveries are expected to begin in 2026.
The agreement says the two companies must work together to develop a new eVTOL operation in both the US and UK. The project also includes the development of urban air traffic management and new service and fleet offerings. The order represents one of the largest in the area of "u200b"u200burban mobility.
eVTOL
Eve
image: Embraer
“This partnership is an important step for Eve to take its position as a global leader in the urban air mobility industry. We are ready to build the future of mobility with our partners in a collaborative way. Halo is aligned with our mission to create complete Urban Air Mobility solutions, and this order marks an important milestone for Eve in key markets. We are confident that this mutually beneficial relationship will have a positive impact for many future users and will allow both companies to grow their businesses exponentially,” said Andre Stein, President
eVTOL
Image: Embraer
The eVTOL segment still faces a great difficulty, which is to show its economic viability. In addition, it has to be safe, as it is the first case of an air transport vehicle that can be controlled autonomously.
“We believe Eve is designing an aircraft that is well prepared for initial certification and, in addition, has a proven track record of production,” said Kenneth C. Ricci, Director of Directional Aviation, an investment fund of which Halo is a part . "Our experience as operators has taught us that product support is absolutely vital to the overall success of new programs."
Eve's eVTOL made its first simulator flight in July 2020. The scale model also made its debut in October.
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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