Doroni Conducts First Piloted Test Flight of Personal eVTOL

Doroni Aerospace CEO and Founder Doron Merdinger became the first to successfully pilot a two-seater personal electric Vertical Take-off and Landing (eVTOL) in the United States By Joe Macey / 13 Jul 2023
Doroni Aerospace first manned personal eVTOL test flight in the United States
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Doroni Aerospace has completed the first piloted flight test of its personal eVTOL, the H1.

Piloted by CEO Doron Merdinger, its believed to be the first flight test of a two-seat personal eVTOL aircraft in the United States.

According to Doroni, the achievement represents a major milestone for the US eVTOL industry, and a step forward in the development of its cutting-edge technology.

Doron Merdinger, CEO and Founder of Doroni Aerospace, said: “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. It felt like floating on a cushion of air, experiencing a level of freedom and excitement that is unparalleled. This is just the beginning for us, and I cannot contain my anticipation to deliver these incredible vehicles to the world. The technology we have developed is truly unlike anything else in the aerospace industry, and it is poised to revolutionize personal transportation in ways we could only dream of before.”

Equipped with advanced electric motors, the Doroni eVTOL offers zero-emission flights, significantly contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future. Its semi-autonomous flight capabilities and integrated navigation systems ensure safe and reliable operations, instilling confidence and comfort in passengers.

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