Industry news digest · Euronews / Tesla
Tesla demonstrated a Roadster prototype launching from a ramp and rotating in the air before landing on 15 October, according to Euronews. The demonstration used thrusters associated with SpaceX technology
This was a demonstration, not evidence of an approved everyday flying vehicle. Tesla describes thrust equipment as optional and limits some features to its Rocket trim
Source: Euronews / TeslaTesla RoadsterArcher Aviation announced plans to conduct demonstrations of its electric vertical takeoff and landing air taxis at general aviation facilities across Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin in Texas. The planned networks include fixed-base operator (FBO) locations and other GA facilities to establish future operational infrastructure
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