ARC Aerosystems
| Role | Autogyro UK |
|---|---|
| Number built | 6? |
ARC Aerosystems is a British consortium that intends to produce modern CAA-certified VTOL autogyros[1] for commercial use. They have a prototype under test, the Pegasus VTOL-Tech,[2] which they state is scheduled to go into production in 2026. ARC have plans for two other larger gyroplanes, the Linx P3 3-seater, and the Linx P9, a large winged gyroplane.
History
In 2023, ARC Aerosystems acquired the intellectual property, all rights and type certification of the Avian Gyroplane (also called the "Pegasus"), including the last remaining flying example.[3] ARC Aerosystems later designed and produced the Pegasus VTOL Tec, a modern two-seat, single-engine autogyro, closely modelled on the Avian Gyroplane, but with VTOL capacity. Prototypes were built and, on 13th November 2023, ARC Aerosystems announced the start of test flights at its facilities in Cranfield (to gain CAA certification). In 2024, ARC announced an order for five Pegasus VTOL aircraft, to be delivered in 2026.[4][5]
See also
- AutoGyro Cavalon
- AutoGyro Calidus
- RotorSport UK Calidus
- Niki Lightning
- Niki Kallithea
- Sport Copter Lightning
References
- ↑ Note: Autogyros are also known as "gyrocopters" and "gyroplanes".
- ↑ Pegaus VTOL [1]
- ↑ Perry, Dominic (May 2023). "The Linx effect". Flight International. 200 (5781): 42.
- ↑ AAM report [2]
- ↑ Note: ARC have reported that these purchasers are existing ARC investors. Because of their advanced "Jump VTOL" technology, ARC VTOL autogyros are expected to cost more than twice the price of equivalent standard autogyros, such as the AutoGyro Calidus or the AutoGyro Cavalon.
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