Embraer EVE - would you fly (in) it?
Posted by olddoglearnsnewtrick@reddit | aviation | View on Reddit | 9 comments
Embraer CEO states that in 2027 they will sell an 'electric flying taxi which could become self piloting.
As an ex sailplane pilot I'd love more wing surface as I naturally distrust motors ;)
What are your thoughts about this from both an airworthiness and practical usage points of view? Let's assume it is real and not just a concept for now.
HotSwan1305@reddit
Personally I’d be happy to fly in it, as others have said, I’ve more confidence in Embraer than any of the new start-ups.
I think Embraer has taken the right route in not following others in building a tilt rotator, as this introduces a major point of failure. My perception is that the existing military tilt rotators have quite a poor safety record, and the public/media is going to have a very low tolerance for any accident with this new technology.
With 8 fixed electric lift rotors the Eve is going to way safer than a helicopter, as well as quieter, cheaper to operate, and more environmentally friendly. I’m dubious about any of these aircraft being certified for autonomous passenger flight, which means it will mostly remain a transport for the wealthy. But it might make sightseeing flights a bit safer and more affordable for the rest of us, and I would jump at the chance to try it out. Good luck to them.
potatolicious@reddit
Maybe one day but not initially. This entire class of aircraft is pretty unproven and I suspect there will be lessons learned in blood.
It will likely be safer than helicopters, but I’m not itching to fly in one of those either.
olddoglearnsnewtrick@reddit (OP)
As a sailplane pilot flying in a helicopter has been a terrifying experience. Remember counting every beat :)
martianfrog@reddit
No chance, my own assessment might just have to outweigh an airworthiness authority's assessment in this case.
Horbie1000@reddit
Nooo…..
LPNTed@reddit
obviously once it has a demonstrated effective track record, I won’t be opposed. I just don’t know I’ll have a use case.
ConstableBlimeyChips@reddit
If properly certified I would travel in it if given the chance, but I don't think I could ever afford to do so. Like the other poster said; this is little more than a slightly less expensive helicopter.
CDninja@reddit
Personally, I don't like the concept. It does not solve any problem corcerning mass transportarion in cities. It just makes helicopters cheaper for rich people
airport-codes@reddit
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