Hyundai Motor Group’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) division has unveiled its latest electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle, the S-A2, at CES 2024.
The pilot-plus-four-passenger vehicle is a significant step forward in Supernal’s quest to make safe, efficient, and affordable everyday air travel a reality.
Building on the previous S-A1 concept showcased at CES 2020, the S-A2 combines innovative aerospace engineering with Hyundai Motor Group’s automotive design, aiming to revolutionize urban transportation and enable faster point-to-point travel.
Supernal plans to achieve commercial aviation safety standards and intends to enter the market by 2028, ensuring widespread accessibility to its vehicles.
Key Technical Features:
The S-A2 is a V-tail aircraft designed for city operations, capable of cruising at 120 miles per hour at a 1,500-foot altitude for trips ranging from 25 to 40 miles.
It features a distributed electric propulsion system with eight all-tilting rotors, promising efficient and quiet operation.
The vehicle meets global commercial aviation safety standards, with a focus on sustainability, passenger comfort, and redundancy in critical systems.
Supernal plans to manufacture the S-A2 using Hyundai’s mass production capabilities, ensuring both quality and cost-effectiveness.
Aesthetic Design and Passenger Experience:
Supernal collaborated with Hyundai Motor Group’s automotive designers to create a visually appealing yet functional design.
The S-A2 boasts distinct color palettes and materials for pilot and passenger sections, along with aviation-grade, energy-absorbing components for added safety.
The minimalist design includes lighting transitions to enhance the sense of space and provide visual cues during different flight phases.
Supernal’s Presence at CES 2024:
The S-A2 is showcased at the Supernal Vertiport exhibition at CES 2024, offering attendees a comprehensive experience of AAM.
The Vertiport serves as a transportation hub, presenting not only the vehicle but also a simulated flight experience, insights into potential flight networks, and information about vertiports and transportation integration.
With vertiports positioned in cities, airports, and other locations, the S-A2 aims to facilitate seamless integration with existing transit options, surpassing the limitations of ground infrastructure.
