eVTOLS: The promise and the risk A blizzard of designs is on its way BY THOMAS A. HORNE THE EVTOL MOVEMENT came on the scene around 2012, promising fast, point-to-point, intra-urban transportation-after an Uberin-the-sky vision. Their futuristic looks and eco-friendly, mainly lithium battery-powered electrical propulsion systems garnered plenty of publicity and enthusiasm. A blizzard of designs ensued. ILLUSTRATION BY TAYLOR CALLERY 66 AOPA PILOT / October 2022