The airlines do not have a monopoly on prototypes when it comes to flying taxis. After all, this hybrid mobility format is also of interest to car manufacturersas theinvestment of Stellantis just over a year ago, alongsideArcher. And if the exhibition Bourget regularly serves as a showcase for these vehicles of tomorrow, the CES is also a prime venue for showcasing new projects. This was the case on 9th January with the presentation of S-A2 at Las Vegas. This electric vehicle with vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL), with a capacity of four passengers and a pilot, a...
The airlines do not have a monopoly on prototypes when it comes to flying taxis. After all, this hybrid mobility format is also of interest to car manufacturersas theinvestment of Stellantis just over a year ago, alongsideArcher. And if the exhibition Bourget regularly serves as a showcase for these vehicles of tomorrow, the CES is also a prime venue for showcasing new projects. This was the case on 9th January with the presentation of S-A2 at Las Vegas. This electric vehicle with vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL), with a capacity of four passengers and a pilotwas designed by SupernalHyundai's subsidiary specialising in advanced aerial mobility (AAM). As its name suggests, this new project follows on from the S-A1which had already been presented at CES 2020.
" From the outset, Supernal's mission has been to create the right product at the right market at the right time." says Jaiwon Shin, Chairman of Hyundai Motor Group and CEO of Supernal. He adds The unveiling of the S-A2 demonstrates our unwavering commitment to fulfilling this mission with a safe and efficient vehicle design that offers a clear path to market entry. Drawing on our talented team of 600 people, Hyundai Motor Group's extensive technical and commercial capabilities, and trusted aerospace suppliers around the world, Supernal is ready to usher in a new era of flight." .
In terms of technical features, the S-A2 must reach a speed of nearly 200 km/hand fly at an altitude of 500 m. It is designed to meet urban travel needs between 40 and 65 kmat least "initially". All of this will work "as quiet as a dishwasher: 65 dB during vertical take-off and landing and 45 dB during horizontal cruise"say those in charge of the project. The project is due to go on the market in 2028.
" S-A2 is a true representation of the meeting of the automobile and aeronautics industries."sums up Luc Donckerwolke. "Drawing on the skills of Supernal's top aerospace engineers and Hyundai Motor Group's world-renowned automotive designers to create a human-centred design that maximises passenger experience and safety." says Hyundai Motor Group's Head of Design and Creative Director.
