Japanese flying-car manufacturer Skydrive recently announced that production of their SD-05 eVTOL had begun in partnership with Suzuki Motor Corporation at their plant in Iwata City, Shizuoka, Japan. This can be a significant step in the event of the advanced air mobility space in Asia and worldwide.
The primary rivet ceremony took place on March 6, 2024, attended by Toshihiro Suzuki, Representative Director and President of Suzuki, Tomohiro Fukuzawa, CEO of SkyDrive, all employees from Sky Works and other representatives. Sky Works was founded because the manufacturing arm of Skydrive. The partnership with Suzuki is anticipated to supply over 100 units in the primary yr.
Skydrive is currently looking to accumulate type certification from the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau for the SD-05, which seats 2 and has a maximum cruise speed of over 100 km/hr. The goal of the corporate is to have the product showroom ready for the 2025 Osaka Expo.
Tomohiro Fukuzawa, CEO of SkyDrive, said, “Partnering with Suzuki, a renowned automotive manufacturer, is a momentous occasion for SkyDrive. It’s the start of a brand new phase. We share a goal of quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, making them an excellent partner in our quest to revolutionize urban air mobility.”
Nobuo Kishi, President of Sky Works Inc., added, “We’re thrilled to start production of the SKYDRIVE (SD-05) with Suzuki’s manufacturing specialists. This facility allows us to supply high-quality eVTOLs efficiently and effectively, ensuring we meet the needs of our customers.”
More information on Skydrive is on the market here.
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