Important Innovations

  D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF                By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane SELF-FLYING VEHICLE BEING TESTED IN EUROPE                                                           Source:  Arc Aero UK-based ARC Aero Systems has created a unique eVTOL that flies autonomously.  It is Europe's largest flying taxi and is currently being tested in Scotland.  Here are some facts: Called Arc C-600 Autonomous, all electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft Europe's largest eVTOL Being test flown in Scotland by independent groups Has fixed wings with wingspan of 8-feet Combines conventional wings with multirotor propulsion Blends key elements of a helicopter and small plane Can be piloted remotely or autonomously Potential speeds up to 250 mph Contains beyond-line-of-sight technology Designed for search and rescue missions, aerial photography and cargo transportation up to 300 pounds, including real-time deliveries of blood and other medical supplies Very promising new e