Pivotal continues hybrid aircraft and car design work
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 25
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What happened
Pivotal announced ongoing work on the design of hybrid aircraft and hybrid cars. Kristina Menton, vice president of flight at Pivotal, stated that public excitement about the 'flying car' is driving real investment and innovation across the industry. The company's electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) are lightweight and generally fly a maximum of 100 miles, but they cannot operate on roads.
From kten.com
Why it matters
The pursuit of personal flying machines is driving investment and innovation within the aerospace and automotive industries. Pivotal is actively involved in developing eVTOLs, which are lightweight vehicles designed for low-altitude travel.
From kten.com
Who's involved
- PivotalCompany developing eVTOLs and hybrid designs
- MelindaPerson who founded Pivotal
- Springfield-Beckley Municipal AirportAirport used by Pivotal for competitive activities involving its eVTOLs
- TuscaloosaLocation where Pivotal provides grants to an entity
- Palo AltoLocation where Pivotal is a technology company
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Pivotal's hybrid aircraft development increases competition for Jim DukhovnyPivotal's hybrid aircraft development increases competitive pressure for Jim DukhovnyLikely
- Pivotal's eVTOL advancements may change Hyde County EMS responsePivotal's eVTOL advancements may change Hyde County EMS responsePossible
- Pivotal's hybrid aircraft development may boost airport usage at Springfield-Beckley Municipal AirportPivotal's eVTOL development could increase operational demand at Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport.Possible
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The entities involved
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Pivotal
company in Madrid, Spain
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