Rendering of EmbraerX’s new eVTOL concept. Credit: Embraer.

EmbraerX has released its first electrical vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft concept at Uber Elevate 2018 in Los Angeles, California, US.

The concept involves an aircraft that will serve passengers in an urban environment.

Developed in collaboration with Uber and other companies to explore business opportunities within the Uber Elevate ecosystem, the new eVTOL concept is expected to provide a safe and affordable passenger experience.

The concept also aims to offer a low footprint in terms of noise and emissions.

“Urban mobility is ripe for transformation and we are committed to having a major role in this key market.”

EmbraerX president and CEO Antonio Campello said: “We are developing solutions to bring on-demand air transportation to urban areas to improve quality of life for millions of people. Our collaboration with key stakeholders will accelerate the arrival of this new ecosystem.

“This is one example of how EmbraerX is committed to exploring a range of disruptive products and services that could revolutionise the business of air transportation.”

Embraer X further noted that its new eVTOL concept is a result of extensive interaction with potential urban air travellers about their expected experience and other collaborations.

The company is a part of Brazilian plane manufacturer Embraer.

Embraer president and CEO Paulo Cesar de Souza e Silva said: “We are relentless in our quest for constant growth and through EmbraerX we will drive disruptive innovation and accelerate the creation of new businesses with the potential for exponential growth.

“Urban mobility is ripe for transformation and we are committed to having a major role in this key market.”

Embraer has so far designed, developed and certified nearly 50 aircraft models. The company has delivered more than 8,000 aircraft to customers in 100 countries over the last five decades.