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Eve, subsidiary responsible for Embraer's eVTOL, closes agreement with Kenya Airways to develop Urban Air Mobility
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Rafael Ramos
8/11/2021
Embraer announced this Wednesday, 11, that Eve, the subsidiary responsible for eVTOL, signed an agreement with Kenya Airways with the objective of developing accessibility and operational models of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) in a safe way for electric aircraft. eVTOL type can operate in large urban centers.
“We are excited to partner with Kenya Airways to provide new forms of air mobility for people and cargo across the region. Creating disruptive and widely accessible Urban Air Mobility solutions will help democratize mobility, making it more accessible, cost-effective, and offering more choice to communities. This partnership will promote long-term mobility strategies across the country and region. With the support of our aircraft and aerospace services and Kenya Airways' innovative approach to air mobility, we are excited to open up this region to more sustainable and everyone-friendly air access,” said Andre Stein, President
eVTOL
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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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