DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane CHINESE AIR TAXI MAKES HISTORY Source: EHang EHang's EH216-S air taxi just made history by performing the first-ever passenger flight of a flying taxi with no pilot. Here's what we know: The flying taxi is essentially a pilotless and autonomous drone Powered by 16 rotors and an electric battery eVTOL that takes-off and lands vertically Top speed 81 mph Range - 22 miles Seats 2 people Quieter and greener than a helicopter Doesn't need a runway Does not drive User interface is so simple, the company says the general public can operate it Potential uses: personal travel, emergency medical services, sightseeing, cargo transport, firefighting This vehicle has been certified by Chinese aviation authorities to fly commercial passengers in China. 2024 AUDI SQ8 e-tron - an AUDI FIRST