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The Ray aircraft goals & concept

The Ray aircraft can take-off and land vertically. It needs no runway - like a helicopter.

Goals

In comparison to near future helicopters the Ray has the following goals:

1. Lower price per service
2. Bigger range
3. Less noise & vibrations -inside & outside
4. Lower fuel consumption
5. Higher speed

Concept

The lift for vertical take-off and landing is generated by the four wing-fans. For cruise flight the wings get closed. The Ray aircraft is as independent as a helicopter (=no runway needed) and almost as economic as a conventional aircraft.
This results in an extremly independent aircraft with a fast cruise speed and a long range for an acceptable price.