Demonstrations of Volocopter Autonomous Commuter Aircraft Begin

In what amounts to an advanced demonstration of its capabilities, Volocopter completed demonstrations of the electrically powered rotorcraft intended to provide commuter service between urban areas and local airports. Currently a two-seat autonomous rotorcraft, the Volocopter recently demonstrated flights into and out of Helsinki’s airport. The autonomous aircraft lifted off while fully connected to the local air traffic control system.

Posted by Jeffrey Richmond

Mr. Richmond recently retired from the Aerospace industry as a technical writer and continues to write and research on a variety of topics including aviation and aerospace business. He spent a tour of duty as a pilot and instructor in the US Air Force, flew for a regional airline, and taught at two aviation universities. Jeff and his wife Peggy live in the country between Chattanooga and Nashville, Tennessee.

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