India is making significant progress in developing its first flying taxi, which aims to revolutionise urban transport and will be launched soon
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ePlane E200: Developed by ePlane Company, a startup incubated at IIT Madras, the E200 is a two-seater electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. It has a travel range of 200 km and can attain speeds of up to 200 km/h, making it suitable for intra-city
commuting and cargo transportation. Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra unveiled the prototype, highlighting the role of IIT Madras in fostering innovation./
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Sarla Aviation’s Shunya: Bengaluru-based startup Sarla Aviation introduced ‘Shunya,’ an electric flying taxi prototype unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. Designed for short-distance commutes, it can cover 20-30 km trips at speeds up to 250 km/h and
accommodates six passengers with a maximum payload of 680 kg. The company plans to launch these air taxis by 2028, initially in Bengaluru, with
subsequent expansion to other major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune. Sarla Aviation has secured $10 million in Series A funding, backed by investors including Accel, Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal, and Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath
DIGI MARCH STORE PRINT ON DEMAND
1: Introduction
The need for innovation in urban mobility
How flying taxis can revolutionize transportation
India’s entry into the global air taxi race
2: The Vision Behind Flying Taxis
Government initiatives and private sector involvement
The role of startups and technological advancements
Sustainability and eco-friendliness of electric air taxis
3: ePlane e200 IIT Madras Inovation
Overview of ePlane Company and its mission
Key features of the e200 eVTOL
Potential use cases and expected launch timeline
4: Sarla Aviation’s Shunya Air Taxi
Introduction to Sarla Aviation and its investors
Unique capabilities of the Shunya flying taxi
Expected impact on urban travel and infrastructure
5: Challenges and Road Ahead
Regulatory hurdles and air traffic management
Infrastructure development for vertiports and charging stations
Public adoption and pricing concerns
6: Future Urban Air Mobility in Ind
When can we expect flying taxis to become mainstream
How India compares to global developments in eVTOL technology
Final thoughts on the evolution of city commuting
