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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Canada's eVTOL firm makes history, becomes first to achieve full wing transition
Canada-based aerospace engineering company Horizon Aircraft has hit a significant milestone by becoming the first eVTOL developer to achieve stable wing-borne flight transition with its large-scale prototype aircraft, Cavorite X7, using a fan-in-wing design. The Cavorite X7 demonstrator is designed primarily as a conventional aircraft but with a unique twist—it can take off and land vertically like a helicopter, combining traditional fixed-wing performance with the versatility of eVTOL capability. The aircraft uses 14 fans embedded within its airframe—five in each main wing and two in each forward canard—to enable vertical takeoff and landing. Horizon Aircraft developed a patented mechanism that cleverly allows the wing surfaces to slide open, exposing the battery-powered lift fans during vertical flight. As the aircraft transitions to forward flight, the wing surfaces close, turning it into a conventional fixed-wing aircraft powered by a gas turbine engine driving a rear push-propeller. The patented fan-in-wing system builds on established technologies, using modern electric motors and batteries to power a next-generation eVTOL platform that prioritizes simplicity, safety, and efficiency. Designed for real-world performance, the hybrid-electric Cavorite X7 is expected to reach cruising speeds of up to 250 mph and cover over 500 miles with fuel reserves, positioning it as a potential game-changer in the rapidly growing Regional Air Mobility (RAM) market. "From the beginning, we have focused on innovations that make the most operational sense with the best available technology. We are looking forward to proving this next on our full-scale, piloted technical demonstrator that is currently under construction," said Brandon Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Horizon Aircraft, in a press release. Blending science fiction with engineering, the Cavorite X7—named after the imaginary anti-gravity material in H.G. Wells' The First Men in the Moon—is built to carry six passengers and a pilot. With a maximum gross weight of 5,500 lbs, it can transport up to 1,500 lbs of cargo for vertical takeoffs, or 1,800 lbs when using a traditional runway. Unlike most eVTOLs, the X7 is designed to function as a true hybrid aircraft and will be certified for both instrument (IFR) and visual (VFR) flight rules, allowing it to operate safely in all weather conditions. If certified, it would be the first aircraft of its kind to achieve such a rating. According to Brian Robinson, chief engineer and co-founder of Horizon Aircraft, the latest milestone confirms the strength and effectiveness of their unique approach to managing the transition phase of flight. "In our aircraft, the transition phase was designed from the beginning to be a non-event, as there are no complicated multi-copter rotating nacelles or heavy tilt-wing mechanisms, and we have multiple layers of redundancy. The result is an extremely safe and stable transition, a vital part of eVTOL operations, and an area in which many of our competitors have faced serious challenges," Robinson noted.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Horizon Aircraft Achieves Historic Transition to Forward Flight
~ Horizon Aircraft's unique Cavorite X7 eVTOL becomes the first aircraft in the world to achieve a stable transition using a novel fan-in-wing design ~ TORONTO, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR), doing business as Horizon Aircraft, an advanced aerospace engineering company and developer of one of the world's first hybrid eVTOL aircraft, announces that it has achieved full wing transition of its large-scale prototype aircraft. 'Today we join a very small group of companies worldwide that have achieved this critical technical milestone,' said Brandon Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Horizon Aircraft. 'From the beginning, we have focused on innovations that make the most operational sense with the best available technology. We are looking forward to proving this next on our full-scale, piloted technical demonstrator that is currently under construction.' 'This incredible achievement validates our unique and robust approach to the transition phase of flight,' said Brian Robinson, Chief Engineer and co-founder. 'In our aircraft, the transition phase was designed from the beginning to be a non-event, as there are no complicated multi-copter rotating nacelles or heavy tilt-wing mechanisms, and we have multiple layers of redundancy. The result is an extremely safe and stable transition, a vital part of eVTOL operations, and an area in which many of our competitors have faced serious challenges.' Horizon Aircraft's patented fan-in-wing technology is based on proven technology that leverages the advantages of modern electric motors and batteries to create a next-generation eVTOL system that enables a simpler, safer, and more efficient way to fly. With projected enroute speeds up to 250 mph and operational ranges over 500 miles with fuel reserves, the hybrid electric Cavorite X7 aims to be a disruptive force in the emerging Regional Air Mobility (RAM) market. For more information about Horizon Aircraft, please see the Company's website or watch its innovative technology in action on the Company's YouTube channel. About Horizon Aircraft Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) is an advanced aerospace engineering company that is developing one of the world's first hybrid eVTOL that is to be able to fly most of its mission exactly like a normal aircraft while offering industry-leading speed, range, and operational utility. Horizon Aircraft's unique designs put the mission first and prioritize safety, performance, and utility. Horizon intends to successfully complete testing and certification of its Cavorite X7 eVTOL and then scale unit production to meet expected demand from regional operators, emergency service providers, and military customers. Visit for more information. Forward-Looking Statements The information in this press release contains certain 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the 'safe harbor' provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words 'believe,' 'project,' 'expect,' 'anticipate,' 'estimate,' 'intend,' 'strategy,' 'aim,' 'future,' 'opportunity,' 'plan,' 'may,' 'should,' 'will,' 'would,' 'will be,' 'will continue,' 'will likely result' and similar expressions, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ from their expectations, estimates and projections and consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: (i) changes in the markets in which Horizon competes, including with respect to its competitive landscape, technology evolution or regulatory changes; (ii) the risk that Horizon will need to raise additional capital to execute its business plans, which may not be available on acceptable terms or at all; (iii) the ability of the parties to recognize the benefits of the business combination agreement and the business combination; (iv) the lack of useful financial information for an accurate estimate of future capital expenditures and future revenue; (v) statements regarding Horizon's industry and market size; (vi) financial condition and performance of Horizon, including the anticipated benefits, the implied enterprise value, the expected financial impacts of the business combination, the financial condition, liquidity, results of operations, the products, the expected future performance and market opportunities of Horizon; (vii) Horizon's ability to develop, certify, and manufacture an aircraft that meets its performance expectations; (viii) successful completion of testing and certification of Horizon's Cavorite X7 eVTOL; (ix) the targeted future production of Horizon's Cavorite X7 aircraft; and (x) those factors discussed in our filings with the SEC. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties that will be described in the 'Risk Factors' section of the Proxy Statement and other documents to be filed by New Horizon from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward- looking statements, and while Horizon may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, they assume no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. Horizon does not give any assurance that Horizon will achieve its expectations. Contacts Investors:Matt Chesler, CFAFNK IR(646) 809-2183HOVR@ Media:Edwina Frawley-GangaharEFG Media Relations+44 7580 174672edwina@
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Yahoo
Advocates urge passage of prison body cam legislation
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Advocates gathered at the Rhode Island State House Tuesday afternoon to urge lawmakers to pass legislation that would require correctional officers to be equipped with body-worn cameras. The Stop Torture Rhode Island Coalition is pushing for the legislation in the name of transparency. 'We would like to hold our correctional officers accountable for their actions and have more transparency for us out here in the community,' Brandon Robinson said. RELATED: Families demand answers after recent ACI inmate deaths The legislation, also known as the Willie Washington Jr. Act, would also require administrators and staff to be equipped with body-worn cameras as well. Washington Jr. passed away last year while serving a five-year sentence for drug trafficking. 'He's no longer here with us,' Robinson said. 'He was a bright young man.' Washington Jr. was found unresponsive in his cell and was rushed to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. His mother believes the ACI didn't take her son's flu-like symptoms seriously. 'It's neglect,' Leigh Jones previously told 12 News, adding that her son was a 'perfectly healthy' 25-year-old. The legislation states that footage from the body-worn cameras would remain accessible for a minimum of 60 days. If an incident occurs, the footage would be reviewed and investigated by an oversight committee. While some are pushing for the legislation to move forward, others are not so sure. Richard Feruccio, president of the Rhode Island Brotherhood of Correctional Officers, told 12 News the body-worn cameras aren't needed since there are already hundreds of cameras throughout their six facilities. The only place there aren't cameras is in minimum security, he added. 'It's the cost,' Feruccio said. 'It's going to be a significant amount of money. We're hurting right now as a state and department.' The public will soon be able to testify for and against the legislation in front of the R.I. House and Senate Judiciary Committees, though a date has not been set yet. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
