Doroni’s eVTOL Receives FAA Airworthiness Certification

The certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seen as a pivotal moment in aviation history, and positions Doroni as a leader in the growing field of personal air transportation By Joe Macey / 05 Dec 2023
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Doroni Aerospace has received official FAA Airworthiness Certification for its eVTOL aircraft, the Doroni H1. 

The company is said to be the first to successfully conduct manned flights with a 2-seater personal flying car. According to Doroni, it has not only achieved a technological breakthrough but also set a new standard in the eVTOL sector.

The Doroni H1, an embodiment of innovation and environmental consciousness, is equipped with state-of-the-art safety features, exceptional maneuverability, and an eco-friendly electric powertrain, offering a new paradigm in personal and sustainable travel. 

Doron Merdinger, CEO of Doroni Aerospace, said; “Receiving the FAA’s Airworthiness Certification is not just a milestone for our company, but a leap forward for the entire field of personal air mobility. The Doroni H1 is poised to redefine urban transportation, offering an eco-friendly, efficient, and exhilarating way to travel. This achievement brings us one step closer to our vision of making personal flight accessible to everyone.”

With a robust pre-order list exceeding 370, Doroni Aerospace is in the critical phase of a funding round on StartEngine, the foremost crowd investing platform. Concluding on December 11th 2023, this funding effort is said to be vital in transitioning the revolutionary Doroni H1 from concept to reality.

Posted by Joe Macey Joseph Macey is a Content Specialist at Advanced Air Mobility International, focusing on emerging aviation technologies since joining in 2022. He has particular expertise in eVTOLs, vertiports, and propulsion systems. A graduate of Falmouth University in Journalism, Joseph began his career in 2019 as a local reporter. His journalism experience sharpens both his reporting and interview skills, enabling him to deliver well-informed, authoritative insights on the latest trends in the aviation sector. Connect

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