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Unsettled Issues Regarding the Use of eVTOL Aircraft during Natural Disasters
- Research Report
- EPR2022001
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- English
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Recent advancements of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft
have generated significant interest within and beyond the traditional aviation
industry, and many new and novel applications have been identified and are under
development. One promising application is rapid response during natural
disasters, which can complement current capabilities to help save lives and
enhance post-disaster recoveries.
The Use of eVTOL Aircraft During Natural Disasters presents issues
that need to be addressed before eVTOL aircraft are integrated into natural
disaster response operations:
- eVTOL vehicle development
- Detect-and-avoid capabilities in complex and challenging operating environments
- Autonomous and remote operations
- Charging system compatibility and availability
- Operator and controller training
- Dynamic air space management
- Vehicle/fleet logistics and support
- Acceptance from stakeholders and the public