Electric aeroplanes may be closer than you think. Here’s why…

Aviation engineer and entrepreneur Joshua Portlock delves into the future of urban transport, presenting his groundbreaking work on electric aviation.   

He shares insights into how pint-sized, electric propeller-powered crafts will revolutionise short-distance travel, making 15-minute flights a reality.   

Joshua discusses the benefits of sustainable aviation, including reduced energy consumption, lower costs, and zero noise pollution.  

He emphasises how innovation can create efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly air-taxi solutions that could transform urban mobility. 

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx 

About the speaker 

Joshua Portlock is a sustainable aviation designer and electric flight advocate, leading innovations in urban air transportation. His undergraduate project included building and flight-testing one of the first quadrotor drones from scratch.  

A mechatronic engineer turned entrepreneur, Joshua co-founded a drone technology company, providing aerial imaging, data capture and bespoke engineering solutions to the commercial sector.  

Known for his pint-sized electric propeller-powered crafts, Joshua envisions a future with efficient, zero-noise, and runway free 15-minute flights. His philanthropic intention is to help transition light aviation to more environmentally sustainable electric propulsion.