The ePlane Company has achieved a significant milestone as it obtains the Design Organisation Approval (DOA), a crucial initial step in the certification process mandated by the Civil Aviation Ministry. This approval confirms the company's adherence to the established standards and paves the way for their innovative electric taxis to take flight in the skies.
According to Prof. Satyanarayanan Chakravarthy, the esteemed Founder and CEO of the ePlane Company, the acquisition of the DOA certification marks a significant step forward in their mission to provide secure passenger flights not only in India but also globally. This achievement brings the company closer to their overarching goal of establishing a safe and reliable aviation system that caters to the needs of passengers worldwide.
Shri Vikram Dev Dutt, the Director General of the DGCA, personally presented the highly coveted Design Organisation Approval to The ePlane Company. Expressing his enthusiasm, he commended the remarkable growth and immense potential of the UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) and eVTOL (Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) ecosystem in India. Shri Vikram Dev Dutt's endorsement reflects the regulatory body's recognition of the significant advancements and promising opportunities in the field, reaffirming the country's position as a key player in the evolving aviation landscape.
Dutt expressed his appreciation for ePlane's unwavering dedication to meeting rigorous aircraft certification standards, which is evident in their innovative approach. "I wholeheartedly congratulate the entire ePlane team on reaching this remarkable milestone, and I have full confidence in the future success of ePlane and its groundbreaking e200 aircraft," Dutt stated, acknowledging the company's commitment and expressing optimism about their continued achievements.
