Electric ‘flying car’ makes first experimental flight in Brazil

Gohobby organized this Friday (20) First experimental flight of EH216-S flying car in BrazilThe model is manufactured by the Chinese brand EHang. The test, authorized by the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), was carried out in the city of Quadra, in the interior of São Paulo.

The electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft took off at around 11:30 a.m. and flew over the municipal flying club at an altitude of approximately 40 meters. The first flight lasted about six minutes in the air, and the second flight lasted four minutes.According to the company, the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 km/h.

Although the model is capable of carrying two people and up to 620 kg of payload, The test flight was unmanned and did not carry cargo.Currently, the authorization given by the regulatory authority is for research and development purposes and passenger transportation is not allowed.

The flying car used in the experiment is remote controlledSince the flight route and altitude are defined before take-off, the pilot on the ground is only responsible for monitoring the route the vehicle follows and intervening in the operation when necessary.

Short flights without polluting the air

The eVTOL used in this first test flight in Brazil focuses on sustainability, helping to reduce environmental damage. The EH216-S features a Independent battery system that powers the motors offering approximately 30 km of autonomyAccording to Gohobby.

THE A full battery charge takes two hoursThe possibility of reducing the time spent at the socket by using ultra-fast chargers. Another highlight is the absence of airports and runways for take-off and landing, allowing these maneuvers to be performed in flat areas without infrastructure, building tops, etc.

It has a maximum speed of 130 km/h, The estimated price of the electric flying car is $600,000, equivalent to R$3.3 million at current prices.The vehicle needs a certificate in the country to be used for commercial flights, and this certificate does not yet have an expiration date.