Doroni's all-electric flying car “H1” receives FAA flight certification
Miami-based Doroni Aerospace seems to be all set to revolutionize the landscape of transportation, thanks to its groundbreaking achievement in which it obtained the official FAA Airworthiness Certification for its all-electric flying car, called the Doroni H1.
Designed to fit cozily within the confines of a standard garage, the Doroni H1 is an exceptional two-seater electric vertical takeoff & landing aircraft (eVTOL). It is a tangible testament to the realization of futuristic flying concepts that were once known only in the realm of science fiction.
Earlier this year, Doroni Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Doron Merdinger took to the skies, piloting the two-seater eVTOL, heralding a giant leap in the domain of personal air mobility.
When asked for a comment on the recent achievement, Merdinger said, that the successful flight of the eVTOL wasn’t only a triumph for the company but also a significant advancement for the entire field of personal air transportation.
Speaking on the topic, CEO Merdinger said, “Receiving the FAA’s Airworthiness Certification is not just a milestone for our company, but a leap forward for the entire field of personal air mobility. The Doroni H1 is poised to redefine urban transportation, offering an eco-friendly, efficient, and exhilarating way to travel. This achievement brings us one step closer to our vision of making personal flight accessible to everyone.”
What sets the innovative eVTOL apart is not only its innovative design but also its outstanding capabilities. It sports a total of 10 independent propulsion systems, which enable the all-electric flying car to fly at an impressive top speed of 140 miles per hour (mph). Its cruising speed has been reported at 100 mph, accompanied by a laudable 60-mile range on a single charge.
During flight, its stability is assured by a unique design feature that houses four ducts containing 10 patented propellers, eight of which are dedicated to vertical flight, while the remaining two serving for propulsion.
A standout feature of the semi-autonomous Doroni H1 eVTOL is its convenience in terms of size and charging. This futuristic flying car fits comfortably within a two-car garage, thanks to its dimensions of just 23 feet in length and 14 feet in width. Furthermore, it promises rapid charging capabilities, reaching 80 per cent of its full capacity in less than 20 minutes.
Doroni's ambitious roadmap includes producing approx. 120 to 125 units of the H1 eVTOL by the end of 2025 or 2026, with aspirations to ramp up production to around 2,500 units annually in the future.