“The aircraft is expected to have a top speed of 300 km/h (162 knots) and a range of 300 km (162 NM).”
Sadly, the story does not disclose the speed at which the maximum (still air) range is obtained, nor the surplus flight duration available after attaining that (expected) range.
Nonetheless, this is a very interesting project. I wish them every success, and look forward to hearing additional news.
The video, although dated, certainly shows the machine hovering. Shows more practicality, even in early prototype stage, than others that I have seen. Certainly, a more “out of the box” approach to vertical, controllable lift using proven ducted fan technology rather than a bunch of exposed rotors. An interesting mix of old ideas applied in a new way.
Nice to see a real, flying prototype vs the usual virtual reality fantasy so often offered by others. They seem to be taking a measured approach which, like Pipestrel, willing to put themselves into the public’s eye with flying prototypes. That takes a lot of courage and confidence in the technology both companies are developing. I wish them success and look forward to the refinement process as they move forward.