Vertiia eVTOL Autonomous Firefighting Trials

R&D Focus Areas:
Mobility

Lead Organisation:
AMSL Aero Pty Ltd

Partners:
The University of Sydney, Mission Systems Pty Ltd, Pay’s Air Service Holdings Pty Ltd

Status:
Active

Start date:
January 2024

Completion date:
June 2026

Key contacts:
https://www.vertiia.com/contact

Funding:
AUD$3,000,000: CRC Projects (Round 15 award)

Project total cost:
AUD$7,044,155

Project summary description:
AMSL Aero is designing a hydrogen powered electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle (Vertiia). It is in development for casualty evacuation, cargo and passenger applications. The prototype is remotely piloted and zero emissions. This project will take that prototype and develop it further as an autonomous firefighting drone. This includes developing firefighting operating concepts for eVTOL aircraft, integration of water tanks, continued development of autonomy systems, regulatory approvals and conduct of flight tests.

Related publications and key links:
CRC Projects selection round outcomes | business.gov.au (Round 15 award)
Home | AMSL Aero Pty Ltd

Higher degree studies supported:
Not applicable.

This description is based on information included in the CRC Projects award description.

 

May 2025