AIR ONE’s electric air taxi races toward first piloted flight by 2026

EDAG Group and AIR have formalized their partnership through a letter of intent to jointly develop and manufacture the AIR ONE electric air taxi, building on two years of collaboration. EDAG is responsible for producing key structural components, including folding wings, engine arms, and a modular cabin that can be reconfigured for passengers or cargo. The AIR ONE is designed in multiple variants, with a fully electric model offering about one hour of flight time and a payload capacity of 250 kilograms, while a hybrid version could extend the range up to 450 kilometers. Currently in assembly and testing, the AIR ONE features a compact design with a wingspan of 7 meters and a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). It boasts fast charging capabilities, reaching full charge in about one hour and 20%-80% charge in half that time, minimizing downtime. The cargo variant provides 70 cubic feet of space for transporting equipment such as pallets or stretchers. The $150,000 passenger edition has sold