Otilia Drăgan
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A master’s in International Relations, as well as working in online media for more than five years, have given her a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
Homes on wheels, aircraft or boats, these fresh, sometimes quirky, ideas from all over the world are worth sharing.
Embraer Partners With US Climate Tech Incubator for Sustainable Aviation
13 Mar 2024, 06:51 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer is one of the few top-tier giants in global aviation that have fully embraced electric alternatives through its air mobility spin-off, Eve. And it's not stopping there. Embraer-X is lesser known than Eve Air...
The Famous Midnight Air Taxi Is Gearing Up for Spectacular Dubai-Abu Dhabi Flights
12 Mar 2024, 08:26 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the few eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing) supported through the collaboration of an aviation tech company with an automotive giant is ready to go far beyond the borders of its home country and show its prowess in one of the most...
One of the Coolest Personal eVTOLs Is Here for You to Try Out
12 Mar 2024, 07:37 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Piloting your very own flying electric vehicle sounds like one of the best experiences anyone could have, and now it's readily available to you. You don't have to commit to purchasing an expensive, futuristic aircraft without even knowing...
This Fabulous Mobile Studio in the Wild Is as Sophisticated as It Gets
12 Mar 2024, 06:51 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the greatest blessings of the times we live in is that luxury and sustainability can co-exist harmoniously in numerous ways, including an ultra-stylish home on wheels in the wild. Although presented by its builder as a studio, this single-le...
Adorable Low-Budget Tiny Is Fully Off-Grid Yet Surprisingly Modern
12 Mar 2024, 05:34 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Who said that tiny homes equipped for off-grid living can only be rough and rugged? The gorgeous Luan tiny looks every bit as stylish and modern as its more conventional counterparts, and even exudes a luxurious vibe despite being a low-budget mode...
The World’s Only eVTOL Jet to Operate at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport
11 Mar 2024, 08:58 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you're excited about the prospect of emission-free urban air taxi flights, you'll be happy to hear about not just one but two important developments in connection to the New York area. A series of pioneering eVTOL (electric vertical...
Beta Technologies Paves the Way for Electric Aviation Across the East Coast
11 Mar 2024, 08:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / In anticipation of the first electric air taxi commercial journeys, we need to have adequate infrastructure in place, which includes dedicated charging units. Beta Technologies is one of the few eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) makers ...
This Fully-Custom Tiny Living Heaven Dazzles With a Unique U-shaped Kitchen
11 Mar 2024, 07:16 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Get ready to feast your eyes on a beautifully styled home on wheels that demonstrates what custom building is all about. The U-shaped kitchen, in particular, is one that's easy to forget and a real source of inspiration for every tiny living e...
The Gorgeous Gia Tiny Is a Masterclass in Smart Minimalism
11 Mar 2024, 06:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Although boasting no more than eight meters (26 feet) in length, this New Zealand-based home on wheels is anything but tiny. A spectacular double-height lounge is the crown jewel and a defining feature of the home's European-inspired elegance,...
This Gorgeous Louisiana Tiny Was Created by an Artist - and It Shows
8 Mar 2024, 19:10 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / When a house is built with passion, that passion seeps into every corner and every detail, turning a simple dwelling into a home. Charlie tiny is more than an eye-catching house on wheels with a smart layout and excellent woodwork; it’s a wor...
The CityAirbus NextGen Prototype Is Finally Here and It Looks Awesome
8 Mar 2024, 09:20 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / It's a great moment whenever an innovative concept is turned into a real object for the real world. In the world of electric air taxis, the CityAirbus NextGen was one of the most highly-anticipated models because it's the only one designe...
SkyDrive Air Taxi Production Officially Launched at the Suzuki Facility in Japan
8 Mar 2024, 08:27 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The beginning of March 2024 marks one of the most important milestones for the Japanese eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) maker SkyDrive. The company finally kicked off commercial production of its flagship aircraft, the SD-05, and not ...
There’s Nothing Outdated About This Sumptuous Tiny Home in the Middle of Nature
8 Mar 2024, 07:42 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Can you escape the concrete jungle and still enjoy a contemporary mansion's lavish, luxurious comfort without breaking the bank? The answer is yes, and it's all possible thanks to the miracle of tiny homes. This exotic getaway custom-buil...
Joby to Kick Off Air Taxi Manufacturing in Dayton This Year
7 Mar 2024, 10:09 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The day when 500 electric aircraft will be rolled out from this new facility in Dayton, Ohio, still seems like a distant dream, but Joby took the first bold step. The eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) company is currently hiring the per...
The UK Is Gearing Up for Its First Vertiport Testbed Before the End of this Year
7 Mar 2024, 09:21 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / With major eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) makers close to the finish line in terms of aircraft certification, it's time for the industry to focus heavily on setting up the infrastructure and overall ecosystem for upcoming electr...
This Tiny Tasmanian Sanctuary Was Designed for the Ultimate Glamping Experience
7 Mar 2024, 08:19 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Glamping is the response to an increasing need to redefine luxury as a deeper connection with the outdoors instead of simply enjoying comfort and lavish amenities in a sterile environment. People want to escape the urban jungle and explore some of ...
Full-Custom Tiny With a Beachy Vibe Makes Fancier Traditional Homes Blush
7 Mar 2024, 07:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Coastal interior design and tiny homes go hand in hand – combined, they become a perfect expression of what tiny living is ultimately about, which is total freedom and harmony with nature. The beautifully-named Foggy Morning is more than just...
This Customizable 20-Foot Home May Be Tiny, but It's Also Full of Personality
6 Mar 2024, 13:42 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Bohemian charm will never go out of style, especially when it comes to smaller spaces where every tiny detail makes a big difference. Tiny living and bohemian styling go hand in hand, and the lovely Tulsi tiny house is yet another great example of ...
Ampaire Takes Electric Aviation to the Next Level
6 Mar 2024, 13:42 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / A fresh acquisition in the electric aviation market is bound to speed up and greatly improve the tremendous potential of alternative propulsion systems. A young company that has already secured several industry-firsts in the sector of hybrid-electr...
German Air Taxi Maker Volocopter Ready to Kick Off Pilot Training
5 Mar 2024, 09:29 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Volocopter officially became the first eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) maker to secure an ATO (Approved Training Organization) certificate from the German Federal Aviation Office (Luftfahrtbundesamt). The general public mostly sees...