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Astro Aerospace's Passenger Drone is an aerial transport vehicle that is slated to improve urban mobility and enable passengers to arrive at their destination quickly and swiftly. Astro Aerospace Photo

Astro Aerospace acquires Passenger Drone

Astro Aerospace Press Release | May 8, 2018

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Astro Aerospace has acquired the assets to eVTOL industry leader Passenger Drone.

Astro Aerospace's Passenger Drone is an aerial transport vehicle that is slated to improve urban mobility and enable passengers to arrive at their destination quickly and swiftly. Astro Aerospace Photo
Astro Aerospace’s Passenger Drone is an aerial transport vehicle that is slated to improve urban mobility and enable passengers to arrive at their destination quickly and swiftly. Astro Aerospace Photo

Astro Aerospace’s Passenger Drone is a state-of-the-art aerial transport vehicle that is slated to improve urban mobility and enable passengers to arrive at their destination quickly and swiftly. Designed from the ground up for maximum reliability, displaying 360-degree surround view optimizing the travel experience with wide cabin glass that encase the cockpit for optimal seating comfort.

Along with this acquisition, Astro has announced the addition of leading drone expert, Paul Beard, CEO of Uavionix, to its board.

“I look forward to working with Astro Aerospace as a board member and advisor, bringing over 30 years of expertise to a seasoned team,” said Paul Beard, CEO of Uavionix. “Working alongside Astro’s development team, we will elevate the company to a new level that will offer investors and buyers a safe, durable, autonomous, and exciting piece of technology that leads us into the future.”

Constructed from carbon fiber, the drone creates a sleek design and offers structural efficiency. It’s fiber-optic technology reduces aircraft weight magnetic interference.

Astro’s functioning prototype includes its VTOL capabilities and hosts 16 individual rotors to maximize safety performance, and is eco-friendly and emission-free. Touch flight control enables passengers to fly the drone manually or autonomously.

“We’re excited to take Astro’s technology to the next level as a public company, giving the opportunity to everyone who has dreamed of flying the ability to experience the thrill in a safe and controlled environment with the Astro Passenger Drone,” said CEO of Astro, Bruce Bent.

Astro Aerospace will trade under trade the ticker ASDN in the United States.

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