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China drone maker EHang starts selling flying taxis on Taobao

Reuters · 1y ago

China drone maker EHang starts selling flying taxis on Taobao

Chinese drone maker EHang is now selling its EH216-S model flying taxi on Taobao for 2.39 million yuan ($332,060). EHang, which gained safety approval certification from China's aviation authority in October, is one of the leading companies in the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle market. This move further solidifies EHang's position in the emerging urban air mobility industry.

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China test-flies biggest cargo drone as low-altitude economy takes off

Economic Times

Economic Times · 12m ago

China test-flies biggest cargo drone as low-altitude economy takes off

China conducted a successful test flight of its largest unmanned cargo aircraft designed for civilian use. Developed by Sichuan Tengden Sci-tech Innovation Co., the twin-engine aircraft has a payload capacity of 2 metric tons and resembles a small airplane. This test flight is part of China's push to expand its low-altitude economy and advance its drone technology, with plans to introduce even larger cargo drones in the future. The Chinese government sees the drone industry as a 2-trillion-yuan ($279-billion) industry by 2030. China currently has over 2,000 enterprises engaged in the design and manufacture of UAVs, with DJI being the largest drone maker.

Aerospace startup Sarla Aviation raises $10 Mn led by Accel

Entrackr

Entrackr · 6m ago

Aerospace startup Sarla Aviation raises $10 Mn led by Accel

Sarla Aviation, an aerospace startup developing electric aircraft for flying taxis, has secured $10 million in funding, led by Accel. Angel investors, including Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, and Swiggy’s Sriharsha Majety, also participated in the round. Sarla Aviation intends to utilize the funds to establish a research and development center in Bengaluru. The company also plans to launch its flying taxis by 2028. Founded in 2024 by Adrian Schmidt, Rakesh Gaonkar, and Shivam Chauhan, the company is preparing to debut its first prototype, named Shunya, on January 17 at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in New Delhi. The aircraft is built to carry up to 680 kilograms and accommodate six passengers, in addition to the pilot. Last year, Sarla Aviation partnered with Bengaluru International Airport to prepare for the rollout of its flying taxi service. The development follows Accel's launch of a $650 million eighth fund to support early-stage startups in India and Southeast Asia, focusing on enterprise AI, consumer services, fintech, and manufacturing.

DroneAcharya secures order from Adani group for DGCA certified drone pilot training

IndianStartupNews

IndianStartupNews · 1y ago

DroneAcharya secures order from Adani group for DGCA certified drone pilot training

DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations has secured a significant service order from the Adani Group for DGCA certified drone pilot training. The training aims to enhance mapping, monitoring, and inspection capabilities across Adani's operations in various sectors. This partnership is seen as a major endorsement for the use of drones and is expected to encourage other companies to embrace this technology. The training program provided by DroneAcharya covers theory sessions, emergency protocols, simulator training, and practical on-ground drone flying exercises to equip participants with the necessary skills for effective drone operation.

ideaForge nearly doubles IPO investor wealth with 94% gain

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

ideaForge nearly doubles IPO investor wealth with 94% gain

IdeaForge, India's leading drone maker, made a bumper listing in its stock debut, skyrocketing 94.21% to Rs 1,305.10 per share on BSE, while it debuted at Rs 1,300 on NSE. Despite expensive valuations, the drone maker attracted strong responses to its IPO offer, with subscription levels reaching 106 times at close. The company aims to utilise the proceeds from its fresh issuance mainly for working capital requirements and product development, among others.

Blue Dart begins drone deliveries in partnership with Skye Air

Inshorts · 1y ago

Blue Dart begins drone deliveries in partnership with Skye Air

Blue Dart on Friday said that it has commenced drone deliveries in partnership with homegrown drone maker Skye Air. In a statement, Blue Dart said that it will initially focus on ecommerce deliveries and will deploy drones to offer last-mile services, although it did not specify the cities where the service will be operational.

Drone startup Vayudh raises $10 Mn led by Dharana Capital

Entrackr

Entrackr · 3m ago

Drone startup Vayudh raises $10 Mn led by Dharana Capital

Drone startup Vayudh raises $10 Mn led by Dharana Capital Defence technology startup Vayudh has raised $10 million in a new round led by Dharana Capital. The round also saw participation from Deepinder Goyal (founder of Zomato), Ajay Aggarwal (MD, Action TESA), Sumit Jalan, LetsVenture, and Navam Capital. Florintree Advisors had invested in Vayudh earlier. The proceeds will be used to strengthen research, grow manufacturing capacity, and speed up deployments for Indian defence forces. Founded in 2016 by Tanmay Bunkar, Anuj Barnwal, and Sarita Ahlawat, Vayudh develops drone platforms for battlefield intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. The startup has worked on swarm drone technology and logged over 300,000 autonomous flying hours. In 2023, it received the iDEX Grant to develop India’s smallest surveillance drone. Vayudh recently launched Atri, a nano surveillance drone. Vayudh builds and tests its drones in India and focuses on UAVs for defence and security.

Drone camera buying guide: How to pick the best companion for travel vlogging

Livemint

Livemint · 11m ago

Drone camera buying guide: How to pick the best companion for travel vlogging

Drones have revolutionized how we capture the world, providing stunning aerial perspectives. Choosing the right drone can be challenging, considering factors such as camera resolution, flight time, portability, features, and price. Camera resolution affects the clarity and detail of your images and videos, with 4K cameras offering high-quality footage and 12MP cameras being suitable for aerial photography. Flight time varies based on drone size, ranging from 10 to 15 minutes for small drones to over an hour for professional drones. Portability is essential for those on the go, and additional features like obstacle sensing, GPS, follow me mode, and camera stabilization can enhance your flying experience. Budget, accessories like extra batteries and propeller guards, and tips on drone photography and vlogging are also important considerations.

Four ways Ukraine’s drone innovations are changing warfare

Livemint

Livemint · 9m ago

Four ways Ukraine’s drone innovations are changing warfare

Ukraine is using drone technology to innovate and counter Russia's advantages on the battlefield. The country has developed drones that intercept Russian flying machines, drop molten metal to incinerate tree lines, and carry automatic rifles and grenade launchers. With a smaller military and fewer resources, Ukraine is relying on drones to combat Russia's might. Drone manufacturers are mass-producing small, cheap, strong, and agile quadcopters that are battle-ready. However, Russia is rapidly copying and adapting these innovations. Ukraine is also using drones to combat cheap aerial drones, eliminate Russian reconnaissance drones, and resupply troops in trenches.

Drone manufacturing surges, but rare earth magnet dependency looms

Livemint

Livemint · 1m ago

Drone manufacturing surges, but rare earth magnet dependency looms

India's drone industry is expanding rapidly, driven by defense needs, supportive policies, and a growing startup ecosystem. However, it heavily relies on imported components, especially rare-earth magnets essential for drone motors, posing a significant challenge. With China tightening export controls on these magnets, industry experts warn of potential bottlenecks. While India is developing capabilities in airframes, batteries, and software, achieving self-reliance in drone manufacturing requires overcoming these dependencies.

UK regulator looking at designs for flying taxi airports

Reuters · 1y ago

UK regulator looking at designs for flying taxi airports

The UK's aviation regulator is examining designs for airports specifically designed for flying taxis called "vertiports." As electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) move closer to becoming a reality, infrastructure for landing and take-off needs to be established. The Civil Aviation Authority is launching a consultation on integrating these vertiports into existing small airfields, ensuring safety and operational efficiency. Vertical Aerospace, a UK-based eVTOL company, recently secured a $50 million investment to aid its regulatory approval process.

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