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How will REGENT’s full-scale seaglider prototype reshape regional coastal travel? REGENT Craft has entered the hardware and systems integration phase for its full-scale Viceroy seaglider prototype, marking significant progress toward realizing seaglider travel. Set for sea trials later this year, the Viceroy will be the world’s first passenger-carrying seaglider, validated by extensive on-water testing. CEO Billy Thalheimer expressed excitement about witnessing the prototype in action, highlighting the company's rapid pace in electric mobility. After conceptualizing the seaglider in 2020, REGENT conducted hundreds of hours of tests on a quarter-scale model. Now, with support from digital twin technology, REGENT’s full-scale prototype is being prepared for tests across floating, foiling, and flying modes. CTO Michael Klinker noted the engineering team’s expertise as pivotal in bringing the seaglider prototype to life. With over 600 orders valued at $9 billion, and approval from the U.S. Coast Guard for testing, REGENT is poised to meet growing global demand for sustainable coastal travel. What do you think will be the most significant impact of seagliders on regional transportation? Read the full article on our blog for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gN25egND #REGENTCraft #Seaglider #CoastalMobility #BillyThalheimer #MikeKlinker #ElectricTransportation #SustainableTravel #RegionalTransportation #DigitalTwin #USCoastGuard #AvfoilNews #MarineTechnology #InnovationInAviation #GreenMobility

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