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American Focus > Blog > World News > India Plans Vertical Take-Off Air Ambulances, IIT Startup Gets $1 Billion Deal
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India Plans Vertical Take-Off Air Ambulances, IIT Startup Gets $1 Billion Deal

Last updated: February 17, 2025 2:21 am
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India is set to launch a groundbreaking on-road vertical take-off and landing air ambulance service, making it one of the few countries in the world to do so. A deal worth over $1 billion has been finalized for the supply of 788 electric air ambulances by ePlane Company, a startup based at IIT-Madras.

These innovative Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) air ambulances will be handed over to ICATT, the leading air ambulance firm in India, for deployment in every district across the country. This move is significant as Indian cities struggle with increasing traffic congestion, and the introduction of eVTOLs will not only provide essential services like medical emergency support but also contribute to environmental conservation due to their electric nature.

The Indian eVTOL market has been gaining traction, with the government considering airspace adjustments to accommodate transportation and delivery services by eVTOLs and drones. Prominent startups in this sector, including Archer Aviation, Sarla Aviation, and ePlane Company, are spearheading the development of cutting-edge aircraft. Even app-based taxi services like Uber are exploring air taxi services to offer commuters an alternative to congested roads.

ePlane Company, founded by Satya Chakravarthy, a professor at IIT-Madras, aims to kick off air ambulance operations by late 2026, with a production capacity of 100 units annually. While the billion-dollar air ambulance deal is sealed, the company is seeking additional funding of $100 million for prototyping and certification of other eVTOL aircraft variants. Currently, they have raised $20 million from investors.

The company is working on three distinct air ambulance prototypes tailored to varying geographical and population needs. These aircraft will be equipped to carry a pilot, paramedic, patient, stretcher, and essential medical equipment, boasting a top speed of 200 kmph and a range of 110-200 kilometers per battery charge.

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“We can efficiently scale up our production and bring air ambulances to market more effectively than air taxis,” remarked Mr. Chakravarthy, emphasizing the organic growth potential of air ambulance services. The focus on air ambulances allows for a more gradual expansion compared to the rapid deployment required for air taxi services.

With the project on the horizon, India is poised to revolutionize emergency medical services and transportation with the introduction of eVTOL air ambulances. The future looks promising for this innovative aviation sector in the country.

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