India's First eVTOL Aircraft Prototype Unveiled by IIT Madras Startup
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | India's first eVTOL aircraft prototype unveiled by The ePlane Company, an IIT Madras-incubated startup. |
| Technology | Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) - combines vertical lift (like helicopters) and horizontal flight (like airplanes). Uses distributed electric propulsion and rechargeable batteries. |
| Key Features | No need for runways, operates from vertiports, reduces urban travel time, and is environmentally friendly. |
| First Application | Air ambulance services, followed by passenger transport (air taxis). |