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Offline rangerrebew

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The U.S. Air Force Just Spent $142 Million on These eVTOLs
« on: August 01, 2023, 07:56:40 am »
 
The U.S. Air Force Just Spent $142 Million on These eVTOLs
Story by Michael Verdon • Yesterday 10:00 AM

 
Will air battles in the not-too-distant future be fought with electric rotorcraft, à la Terminator Salvation? Humankind’s savior, John Connor, piloting small eVTOLs through smoky landscapes with air-cannons blazing?

Probably not. But Archer Aviation’s announcement that it signed a $142 million contract with the U.S. Air Force for a military version of its Midnight eVTOL means electric air taxis could soon play some role in the nation’s air defenses.

“It’s clear that the development and commercialization of eVTOL technology continues to remain a national priority,” said Archer CEO Adam Goldstein in a statement, noting that the six aircraft will be used for logistics and rescue, rather than combat missions. The contract also includes pilot training and maintenance.

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Re: The U.S. Air Force Just Spent $142 Million on These eVTOLs
« Reply #1 on: August 01, 2023, 02:05:31 pm »
Will their range specs be for a realistic environment, e.g. 120 F dry desert and -40 F or -50 F Alaskan winter?

IMO, this eVTOL thingy is a money pit intended to divert cash from useful weapons. Just like the LCSs have been.
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Re: The U.S. Air Force Just Spent $142 Million on These eVTOLs
« Reply #2 on: August 01, 2023, 03:23:47 pm »
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Re: The U.S. Air Force Just Spent $142 Million on These eVTOLs
« Reply #3 on: August 02, 2023, 12:18:19 am »
Will their range specs be for a realistic environment, e.g. 120 F dry desert and -40 F or -50 F Alaskan winter?

IMO, this eVTOL thingy is a money pit intended to divert cash from useful weapons. Just like the LCSs have been.
I share your concerns and agree especially with your last point.

Our enemies won't be worried about their carbon footprint while they are blowing things up and setting them on fire.
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