Sarla Aviation

Sarla Aviation is an Indian company that is developing an electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, or eVTOL. Its aircraft is called Shunya and is designed as an air taxi for city travel. The company says it wants to bring flying taxi services to India at costs close to ride-hailing on the ground.

The site gives design details for Shunya. It is a hybrid-electric aircraft with seven electric propulsion units. It has two battery packs and a tank for sustainable aviation fuel on board. The company says it can fly up to 800 km and reach speeds of up to 250 km per hour. For short urban hops, it can fly fully electric for up to 150 km.

The cabin is a main point on the site. The aircraft is built for one pilot and six passengers, with space for luggage in the tail and outside access to it. The company says the cabin is modular. A six seat layout is made for daily commuting. A four seat club layout suits the premium market. A cargo layout has a 680 kg payload and loading from both sides.

The company also plans an ambulance version for fast medical response. It says seats are made to meet certification standards with flight authorities, and the cabin has active sound control to keep the ride quiet.

The homepage opens with a message about building public transport networks across India that feel as quick as teleportation. It also includes campaign videos. The site does not list contact details, offices or a team.