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Florida Polytechnic University purchases specialized eVTOL aircraft for campus police

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sun 00:00
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Florida Polytechnic University created the Astro, an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, through a collaboration with a Swedish aerospace company. The university paid $150,000 for the aircraft, which is designed to carry a single police officer. The Astro has not yet received official approval from the US Federal Aviation Administration.

From bgnes.com

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The purchase represents a significant investment by Florida Polytechnic University in specialized, high-tech surveillance and transport equipment for its campus operations. The aircraft's limitations include a maximum flight time of 20 minutes and a top speed of just under 105 km/h.

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  • Florida Polytechnic UniversitySpeculative

    The university might see changes in operational costs related to advanced surveillance and transport technology.

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