New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR), doing business as Horizon
Aircraft (“Horizon Aircraft” or the “Company”), an advanced
aerospace engineering company and developer of the world’s first
eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) that can fly most of
its mission exactly like a normal aircraft, today announces that
John Wyzykowski has been appointed as a Technical Expert.
Horizon Aircraft today announced that John
Wyzykowski has joined the company as a Technical Expert to support
the development of its propulsion systems. John is the latest in a
series of new hires as Horizon Aircraft continues to bolster its
engineering team with people who have proven track records in the
aerospace sector. John joins from Lilium, a leading eVTOL
developer, where he held the position of Head of Propulsion. With
decades of experience in advanced aerospace propulsion, John will
play a key role in supporting the ongoing development and
optimization of the Cavorite X7, Horizon’s revolutionary
hybrid-electric eVTOL.
John is a recognized expert in propulsion system
design, integration, and performance optimization for
next-generation aerospace platforms. His extensive background
includes work on gas turbine and fully electric propulsion
architectures, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges
associated with eVTOL applications, including power density,
thermal management, and system redundancy. His insights will be
instrumental as Horizon Aircraft continues its rigorous testing and
refinement of the Cavorite X7’s propulsion system.
Tom Brassington CTO of Horizon Aircraft,
commented, “John’s expertise in propulsion systems is second to
none. His experience in both traditional and next-generation
aerospace powerplants will help us push the boundaries of
hybrid-electric flight. As we advance towards commercialization,
his contributions will be invaluable in ensuring that the Cavorite
X7 delivers the best possible combination of efficiency,
performance, and reliability.”
John Wyzykowski added, “I am thrilled to be
working with the Horizon Aircraft team. The Cavorite X7 is one of
the most exciting eVTOL platforms in development today, offering a
truly innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system that balances
power, range, and operational flexibility. I look forward to
contributing my expertise to help bring this groundbreaking
Canadian aircraft to market.”
Horizon Aircraft’s unique Cavorite X7 aircraft
will have a gross weight of an estimated 5,500 lbs with a projected
useful load of 1,500 lbs. With an estimated maximum speed of 250
miles per hour and an average range of over 500 miles with fuel
reserves, Horizon believes that this experimental aircraft, if
eventually licensed for commercial use, would be well-positioned to
excel in medical evacuation, critical supply delivery, disaster
relief, and special military missions. The Company believes that
the proposed aircraft would also be attractive for Regional Air
Mobility – moving people and cargo 50 to 500 miles.
Unlike many in its category, the Cavorite X7 is
being designed with a hybrid electric power system. The Company is
designing the Cavorite X7 such that it could, after its vertical
takeoff, re-charge its batteries enroute when it is flying in a
configuration like a traditional aircraft. After a vertical landing
and completion of a mission, the Company is designing the Cavorite
X7 to recharge its battery array in under 30 minutes to be ready
for its next mission.
Horizon believes that its innovative approach
and technology will allow the Cavorite X7 to fly 98% of its mission
in a very low-drag configuration like a traditional aircraft. The
Company believes that flying most of the time as a normal aircraft
is also safer and will make the aircraft easier to certify than
other radical new eVTOL designs. The Cavorite X7 will be powered by
a hybrid electric system that will recharge the battery array
in-flight and post-flight, while also providing significant system
redundancy. The Company is continuing the testing of its 50%-scale
aircraft that it believes will reduce technical risk moving forward
as it continues to develop its full-scale aircraft.
About Horizon Aircraft
Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) is an advanced
aerospace engineering company that is developing one of the world’s
first hybrid eVTOL that is to be able to fly most of its mission
exactly like a normal aircraft while offering industry-leading
speed, range, and operational utility. Horizon’s unique designs put
the mission first and prioritize safety, performance, and utility.
Horizon hopes to successfully complete testing and certification of
its Cavorite X7 eVTOL quickly and then enter the market and service
a broad spectrum of early use cases. Visit www.horizonaircraft.com
for more information.
Forward-Looking Statements
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certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the
“safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements generally are
identified by the words “believe,” “project,” “expect,”
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“opportunity,” “plan,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “will be,”
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on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are
subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ from
their expectations, estimates and projections and consequently, you
should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions
of future events. Many factors could cause actual future events to
differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press
release, including but not limited to: (i) changes in the markets
in which Horizon competes, including with respect to its
competitive landscape, technology evolution or regulatory changes;
(ii) the risk that Horizon will need to raise additional capital to
execute its business plans, which may not be available on
acceptable terms or at all; (iii) the ability of the parties to
recognize the benefits of the business combination agreement and
the business combination; (iv) the lack of useful financial
information for an accurate estimate of future capital expenditures
and future revenue; (v) statements regarding Horizon’s industry and
market size; (vi) financial condition and performance of Horizon,
including the anticipated benefits, the implied enterprise value,
the expected financial impacts of the business combination, the
financial condition, liquidity, results of operations, the
products, the expected future performance and market opportunities
of Horizon; (vii) Horizon’s ability to develop, certify, and
manufacture an aircraft that meets its performance expectations;
(viii) successful completion of testing and certification of
Horizon’s Cavorite X7 eVTOL; (ix) the targeted future production of
Horizon’s Cavorite X7 aircraft; and (x) those factors discussed in
our filings with the SEC. You should carefully consider the
foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties that will
be described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Proxy Statement
and other documents to be filed by New Horizon from time to time
with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important
risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results
to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking
statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date
they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on
forward- looking statements, and while Horizon may elect to update
these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, they
assume no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future events
or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. Horizon does not
give any assurance that Horizon will achieve its expectations.
ContactsHorizon Aircraft
Inquiries (PR):Phil AndersonPhone: +44 (0)7767 491
519Phil@perceptiona.com
Investor Contacts:Shannon Devine and Rory Rumore
MZ GroupPhone: (203) 741-8841HorizonAircraft@mzgroup.us
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