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Embracing Collaboration: How the Heli Industry and eVTOL Industry are Shaping the Future Together

 In the early stages of the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) industry, there were concerns that this revolutionary mode of transportation would overshadow and potentially replace traditional helicopters. However, as the eVTOL industry continues to evolve, a surprising shift has taken place. Rather than perceiving eVTOLs as competition, many helicopter operators are now embracing collaboration by incorporating eVTOL aircraft into their fleets. Some of the examples include:

  • Bristow Group Inc., the world's leading global provider of innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, which has provisional order agreements in place with seven manufacturers, including Electra, Beta Technologies, Elroy Air, Vertical Aerospace, Eve Air Mobility, Overair, and Lilium. (Source)
  • ADAC Luftrettung and Volocopter have entered an agreement which will see the HEMS provider purchase two Volocity eVTOLs to explore the use of eVTOLs in HEMS operations. (Source)
  • PHI helicopters signed up with Kaman Aerospace for 50 Kaman Kargo drone for their logistics missions (Source)

This blog explores the symbiotic relationship between the helicopter industry and the eVTOL industry, highlighting the benefits of this collaborative approach.

 

Redefining the Landscape

The advent of eVTOL technology has indeed raised questions about the future of the helicopter industry. With similar capabilities and the potential for greater efficiency and reduced environmental impact, eVTOLs initially seemed poised to disrupt traditional helicopter operations. However, industry leaders quickly recognized the unique advantages that both sectors bring to the table. Rather than perceiving eVTOLs as competitors, the helicopter industry has chosen to embrace them as complementary tools, ultimately redefining the aerial mobility landscape.


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