ARC readies half-scale E-STARLING for September Maiden Sortie

UK start-up Samad Aerospace is preparing a 50% scale model of its e-Starling hybrid-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for flight testing in early September, the next major milestone in the development of the six-seat composite air taxi, which is scheduled for certification and service entry in 2025.

SAMAD to fly business EVTOL Jets with STRAND Aerospace’s help

“Starling Jet is a Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) hybrid-electric propulsion aircraft for civil aviation use. It is an embodiment of our dream at SAMAD Aerospace — to revolutionise the way humans and goods fly around the globe. It will change the way you see the world and how you view your opportunities. What once seemed impossible will become routine.”

Electric Hybrid VTOL Business Jet Manufacturer

Samad Aerospace is a company based in Cranfield Technology Park developing an exciting new hybrid electric vertical take-off and landing (e-VTOL) business jet. The Starling jet will be the world’s first hybrid electric propelled business jet that is capable of vertical take-off and landing like helicopter with the comfort, speed and range of business jet. The fact that the aircraft can be propelled electrically reduces the aviation CO2 emission significantly in the urban areas.

SAMAD Aerospace unveils luxury Q-STARLING personal air vehicle

SAMAD aerospace, the British hybrid electric VTOL aviation company is pleased to launch its concept for Q-Starling, a high-end Personal Air Vehicle (PAV). With an innovative modern design taking elements from both fast jets and VTOL aircraft, the Q-Starling represents a new pinnacle in future sustainable

ARC E-STARLING JET

The Samad Aerospace e-Starling Jet is a Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) electric jet that will carry passengers on regional and short-haul flights.

Duncan J. J. Potter
Sales & Marketing Director

Duncan Potter has an extensive background of experience in multiple multinational corporations in senior management roles, including Managing Director, European Director and Commercial Director. Duncan was a Managing Partner in a large IADA accredited business aviation brokerage with headquarters in the United States and then a Partner in the European distributor for the Eclipse Business Jet. Duncan holds a Private Pilot’s Licence and has been a keen General Aviation follower for over 30 years. He lived in Brazil for many years, Russia for 2 years, The Netherlands for 5 years and is fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish.