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Referenced article published on autoevolution.com on June 2, 2023 written by Otilia Drăgan. Link to original article:
The Only Air Taxi Created by a Famous Car Designer Makes Public Debut
In the fast-paced global AAM (advanced air mobility) race, hundreds of eVTOLs (electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles) are battling for supremacy, each boasting its unique benefits. Among these, Prosperity I stands out – the brainchild of iconic car designer, Frank Stephenson. The electric air taxi, making its first public appearance at the 2023 Paris Air Show after four years of hiatus, has been the talk of the industry.
AutoFlight, the German company behind Prosperity I, is the only AAM firm fortunate to have a renowned automotive designer at its helm. Stephenson, who had collaborated with industry giants like Ford, BMW, and Ferrari, imparts a unique blend of luxury and performance to the eVTOL.
But Prosperity I isn’t just about aesthetic excellence. Earlier this year, it shattered records with the longest eVTOL flight, covering 155.5 miles, bypassing the previous record set by Joby Aviation. This achievement followed hundreds of successful transition phase tests, the crucial hurdle for eVTOLs.
Based in Augsburg, AutoFlight’s manufacturing operations will take place in China, signifying their strong connection to Asia. A Singapore-based airline, planning to operate exclusively with electric air taxis, has already ordered 200 units of Prosperity I, setting the stage for attracting more global customers at the forthcoming Paris Air Show. With its record-breaking capabilities and iconic design pedigree, Prosperity I is a front-runner in the eVTOL field, challenging conventional norms of mobility.
