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Generation 6 Wisk Aero Electric Self-flying eVTOL Aircraft

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Wisk Aero is an aerospace manufacturer based in Mountain View, California, United States. Wisk Aero is proud to introduce our 6th Generation airtaxi! As the world’s first autonomous, all-electric, four-seat, eVTOL air taxi, Generation 6 represents the first-ever candidate for FAA certification of an autonomous, passenger-carrying eVTOL air taxi.

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Generation 6 – the most advanced in the world – is designed to meet and exceed rigorous commercial safety standards, making it one of the safest systems in aviation.Autonomous flight with human oversight, industry-leading accessibility design, and an environmentally-conscious approach makes Wisk’s 6th Generation air taxi accessible, affordable, and sustainable.

Generation 6 is the world’s first all-electric, autonomous, four-seat eVTOL electric vertical takeoff and landing air taxi designed for passenger transport.

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Our larger, spacious new aircraft provides more space for passengers and their luggage, and ensures that our service is accessible for those with disabilities.

The aircraft has a cruise speed of 222 km/h, a range of 144 km and is expected to have a range cruise altitudes 762-1,219 m.Beneath the high wing are six short booms and each boom has propellers attached to both ends of each boom.

  • Mission: Passenger air taxi
  • Power: All-electric
  • Aircraft Classification: eVTOL (electric, vertical take-off and landing)
  • Configuration: Lift + lift/cruise
  • Operation: Autonomous (self-flying) with human oversight
  • Cruising Altitude: 2500 – 4000 feet above ground level
  • Dimensions: <50 foot wingspan
  • Range: 90 miles (with reserves) / 144 kilometers
  • Cruising Speed: 110-120 knots
  • Charge Time: 15 minutes
  • Seats: 4 + room for carry-on luggage items
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