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An air taxi that floats: Regent’s Seaglider takes flight with people on board
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Regent Craft has completed the first human-crewed flight of its Seaglider, an electric vehicle combining maritime and aviation technology. The craft targets coastal transit efficiency, serving as a zero-emission alternative for regional business and commuter travel.
- 01Regent Seaglider combines boat and aircraft technologies for coastal transportation
- 02First successful human-crewed flight marks a critical milestone for electric sea gliders
- 03Vehicle operates as a zero-emission air taxi specialized for regional maritime routes
- 04Deployment aims to introduce a new category of efficient transportation for coastal communities
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An electric vessel that’s part boat, part plane aims to be the air taxi for coastal communities. “It's a fundamentally new mode of transportation,” Regent Craft’s CEO says.