XTI Aerospace subscale model of latest TriFan 600 unveiled at Avalon Airshow
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The new model showcases the aircraft's revolutionary vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) design, featuring the latest aerodynamic configuration with three operational fans, rotating ducts, and aft fan closing mechanisms.
"The TriFan 600 has captivated prospective customers, suppliers and aviation enthusiasts with its cutting-edge technology and superior performance as the far, fast and flexible aircraft," said Scott Pomeroy, Chairman and CEO of XTI Aerospace. "This aircraft represents the future of air mobility, seamlessly blending the best of fixed-wing aircraft with the unique capability of vertical takeoff and landing. XTI's presence at the Avalon Airshow allowed us to showcase its transformative design to industry attendees firsthand."
This month, XTI Aerospace will begin flight testing its subscale model of the TriFan 600, codenamed 'Sparrow'. Sparrow mirrors the latest aerodynamic configuration of the TriFan 600 revealed at the Avalon Airshow and will be used to evaluate vertical takeoff, the transition to conventional flight and the return to vertical mode for landing. These tests will further validate the 'digital twin' computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis, ensuring the aircraft's design meets the required performance and safety standards.
At Avalon, XTI Aerospace shared exhibition space with VStar 21, a TriFan 600 pre-order customer and operator specialising in advanced air mobility. Tony Laws, CEO of VStar 21, said: "We are thrilled to have orders for the TriFan 600 and look forward to witnessing the transformative impact these aircraft will have on our operations," said Mr. Laws. "Its versatility and advanced technology are key to our mission of providing rapid, efficient access to remote locations and we believe it will be a game-changer in saving lives across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region."
