New record for longest eVTOL flight, 155 miles in under 2 hours
AutoFLight sets a new record with Prosperity I, beating Joby Aviation's record from 2021. By: Can Emir Prosperity I by AeroFlight AeroFlight Chinese aviation startup, AutoFlight , has set a new record for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) flights with its latest model, the Prosperity I . The Prosperity I has a range of over 150 miles. The aircraft can reach a maximum speed of over 130 mph and carry a payload of over 900 pounds. During the recent record-breaking flight, the Prosperity, I covered a distance of 155.74 miles in 1 hour and 38 minutes. AutoFlight's record-breaking flight with Prosperity I highlights the rapid progress being made in the eVTOL industry. The company's focus on developing efficient electric powertrains and autonomous flight systems has enabled it to achieve significant milestones quickly. “This flight is both a great celebratory milestone and a testament to the team's incredible effort and progress in testing and i