A flying car company claim to be the first to successfully pilot a two-seater personal Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft in the United States.<br /><br />Florida-based Doroni Aerospace say their CEO and Founder, Doron Merdinger, took flight earlier this month.<br /><br />The firm say the achievement highlights Doroni Aerospace as the "undisputed leader" in the personal eVTOL category and "represents a major milestone for the US eVTOL (flying car) industry and market".<br /><br />Doron Merdinger explains: "I am absolutely thrilled by the remarkable success of our team in completing the first-ever US manned test flight of a personal two-seater eVTOL.<br /><br />"It felt like floating on a cushion of air, experiencing a level of freedom and excitement that is unparalleled.<br /><br />"This is just the beginning for us, and I cannot contain my anticipation to deliver these incredible vehicles to the world.<br /><br />"The technology we have developed is truly unlike anything else in the aerospace industry, and it is poised to revolutionise personal transportation in ways we could only dream of before."<br /><br />Doroni say their eVTOL is the "commuter transportation platform of the future", and comes equipped with advanced electric motors, offering zero-emission flights and significantly contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future.<br /><br />The Doroni H1 will have a fast charge time of 15-20 minutes, perfect for the daily commute.<br /><br />It will be capable of a cruising speed of 100 mph, with max speed of 140 mph.<br /><br />Current range projection is 60 miles, but as technology continues to advance Doroni expect it to increase to 100 miles by product launch.<br /><br />Anticipated delivery date had previously been flagged as fourth quarter 2024, with an estimated price tag of £171,000 ($195k).<br /><br />Its semi-autonomous flight capabilities and integrated navigation systems "ensure safe and reliable operations, instilling confidence and comfort in passengers".<br /><br />Doroni add: "The successful completion of the first ever US manned personal two-seater eVTOL test flight is a testament to the immense capabilities of the Doroni eVTOL.<br /><br />"This achievement marks a major step forward in the development of their cutting-edge technology, bringing us closer to a new era of transportation."
