Whisper Aero's 100-Seat Whisper Jetliner Set to Slash CO2 by 10 Tons Per Flight
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The CEO of Whisper Aero introduced the Whisper Jetliner, a 100-seat aircraft intended to reduce CO2 emissions, during the Ohio Air Mobility Symposium.
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The airplane aspires for significant reductions in noise and carbon footprint by using ultra-low noise electric ducted fans.
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By incorporating propulsion systems within the wing airfoil, the jetfoil design idea improves efficiency and aerodynamics.
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With fan pressure ratios close to 1.2 and a thrust-to-weight ratio of 27%, this turbofan is an upgrade over existing models.
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Up to 769 miles of electric flight is anticipated with 804 Wh/kg batteries and a 4 MW series hybrid, which are projected for 2050.
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With 14 MW chargers, recharging takes only 45 minutes, which is comparable to turnaround times for similar-sized aircraft.
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By making rural airports more accessible, the design may help to relieve traffic at main hubs and encourage shorter, more frequent flights.
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The notion of an intermodal fuselage facilitates rapid conversions between passenger and cargo layouts, hence optimizing aircraft use.
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Whisper Aero intends to work with well-established manufacturers to commercialize its propulsion technology, rather than pursuing the path of becoming an airframe maker.
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