DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane GERMANY MOVES FAST FORWARD ON FLYING TAXIS Source: Volocopter The German government just approved production of eVTOL maker Volocopter's flying taxi VoloCity. It's a major step forward for the future of flying taxis. Here's what we know: VoloCity is a 2-seat, piloted flying taxi It's an eVTOL or all-electric, vertical takeoff and landing aircraft Top speed: 68 mph Battery powered Range of 200 miles on a charge 18 rotors Can carry 2,000 pounds Multiple redundant systems for safety Vehicle has successfully flown and tested before the FAA in Tampa, FL, also successfully tested in Germany & Japan and flown in Dallas and Las Vegas German authorities have approved the comp...