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Zapata Announces Hybrid Turbine-Powered Long-Range Single-Pilot eVTOL

Zapata Announces Hybrid Turbine-Powered Long-Range Single-Pilot eVTOL
Franky Zapata, widely known for his high-speed Flyboard flight demonstrations, has announced a new turbine hybrid eVTOL that can fly for up to two hours. The Zapata Airscooter was presented in prototype form at Viva Technology in Paris in June. An egg-shaped pod on legs contains a single seat. At 115 kg (254 lb.), the AirScooter qualifies as an ultralight aircraft and doesn't need to be fully type certified. There is no need for a...

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