Letters of intent from Helifirst and Jet Systems in France, amongst others, confirm the sector’s interest in the hybrid technology, endurance and versatility of the Atea aircraft.

Yugo is diversifying its fleet of private jets and helicopters with an order for 18 five-seat hybrid-electric VTOLs. The Atea is designed for urban and regional use and has a range of 400 km, low noise and low emissions.

After three years of R&D, Ascendance has reinvented its VTOL Atea. The prototype has tandem wings that house eight integrated rotors as well as a hybrid propulsion system. Production is scheduled for 2025.