Horizon Makes First Transition In Half-Scale eVTOL

The Cavorite X7 is designed with a range of 800 km (500 mi.) and a payload of 680 kg (1,500 lbs.).

The Cavorite X7 is designed with a range of 800 km (500 mi.) and a payload of 680 kg (1,500 lbs.).

Credit: Horizon Aircraft
Canadian startup Horizon Aircraft made the first transition in its half-scale demonstrator, marking the latest milestone on its path to develop a six-passenger hybrid eVTOL. Performed on May 9, Horizon’s founder and CEO Brandon Robinson described the flight as a “non-event,” noting the relatively...
Ben Goldstein

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