The DPM of Singapore, Mr. Teo Chee Hean Shows Interest in The Starling Jet

The future is upwards and green.

The CEO and Founder of Samad Aerospace, Dr. Seyed Mohseni, has had a brief meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr. Teo Chee Hean during the Welcome Ceremony of the Singapore Airshow 2018 at Marina Bay Sands on the evening of 5th February 2018.

The Chief Technology Officer of Rolls Royce, Paul Stein was also present and has expressed that: “The future of aircraft is indeed going towards electrification and aircraft with VTOL capability”.

Samad Aerospace will be showcasing its one-of-a-kind vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) business jet at the biggest airshow in Asia on 6th February 2018. The Starling Jet will be the world’s first hybrid-electric VTOL business jet that is designed for performance, speed, comfort and green with the added flexibility to take-off and land from just anywhere.

Mr. Teo who was also the keynote speaker of the Welcome Reception, has expressed his interest in getting Singapore’s participation in Starling Jet project and be part of the technology development and supply chain of this unique aircraft. Talks will continue with EDB of Singapore to join the UK company in this exciting journey.

The first official release of the Starling Jet concept is planned to be held at the Singapore Airshow on Tuesday 6th February 2018, at 12 pm (GMT +8) at the UK Pavilion Lounge. Media members are welcomed to find out about this unique feature of the electric business jet.

Kevalya Sheth
AIRCRAFT DESIGN ENGINEER

Kevalya is an innovative aerospace engineer passionate about unmanned aerial systems, and sustainable civil aviation. He holds a Master’s in Aerospace Vehicle Design from Cranfield University and a Bachelor’s in Aerospace Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he gained experience in UAV design and aerodynamic analysis. Kevalya has over two years of experience at NewSpace Research and Technologies (Bengaluru, India), contributing to UAV design, testing, and AI integration for swarm drone operations. He played a key role in the first tandem wing UAV in India. With experience in aircraft design, structural analysis, aerodynamics, and flight testing, Kevalya brings valuable skills in cutting-edge aerospace projects involving unmanned systems and sustainable aviation.