PiAC, March 30, 2022 - Essington, PA - Piasecki Aircraft Corporation (PiAC) and EDM Aerotec have signed a cooperative development and license agreement for the CoAX-2D two seat coaxial helicopter.
EDM Aerotec developed and certified the CoAX-2D as a Light Sport Aircraft under German airworthiness authority.
The agreement provides PiAC exclusive rights to produce, sell and support the CoAX-2D in North America, and provides a collaborative framework for further research and development.
“This is a great opportunity for both EDM-Aerotek and PiAC. The two companies share a similar heritage and the partnership expands market and R&D opportunities for both companies” stated PiAC President and CEO, John Piasecki.
Anja Ernst, CEO EDM Aerotec, confirmed: “The cooperation with PiAC is a milestone for EDM Aerotec, since not only can the CoAX be established in America, but both partners can also continue to develop and complement their know-how, this is the perfect prerequisite for future developments.”
PiAC has procured two CoAX-2D helicopters for engineering and flight evaluations to support near term research and development objectives.
As part of the collaboration, PiAC will conduct a market and technical feasibility assessment to determine the best path forward to obtain FAA certification.
Potential markets include training, personal transport, utility inspection, and other uses requiring an affordable two-person helicopter capability.
With advances in simplified vehicle operation (SVO), PiAC sees potential growth in access and utilization of vertical lift mobility for both personal and commercial applications.
About EDM-Aerotec: Established 2011, EDM Aerotec GmbH has 30 employees working on the development, design and manufacture of ultralight helicopters as well as the repair and assembly of machines and systems on a 2400 m2 working area.
About Piasecki Aircraft Corporation: Founded in 1955, Piasecki Aircraft Corporation (PiAC) is a research and development business specializing in design, fabrication and flight testing of experimental rotorcraft and unmanned air vehicles.
EDM Aerotec developed and certified the CoAX-2D as a Light Sport Aircraft under German airworthiness authority.
The agreement provides PiAC exclusive rights to produce, sell and support the CoAX-2D in North America, and provides a collaborative framework for further research and development.
“This is a great opportunity for both EDM-Aerotek and PiAC. The two companies share a similar heritage and the partnership expands market and R&D opportunities for both companies” stated PiAC President and CEO, John Piasecki.
Anja Ernst, CEO EDM Aerotec, confirmed: “The cooperation with PiAC is a milestone for EDM Aerotec, since not only can the CoAX be established in America, but both partners can also continue to develop and complement their know-how, this is the perfect prerequisite for future developments.”
PiAC has procured two CoAX-2D helicopters for engineering and flight evaluations to support near term research and development objectives.
As part of the collaboration, PiAC will conduct a market and technical feasibility assessment to determine the best path forward to obtain FAA certification.
Potential markets include training, personal transport, utility inspection, and other uses requiring an affordable two-person helicopter capability.
With advances in simplified vehicle operation (SVO), PiAC sees potential growth in access and utilization of vertical lift mobility for both personal and commercial applications.
About EDM-Aerotec: Established 2011, EDM Aerotec GmbH has 30 employees working on the development, design and manufacture of ultralight helicopters as well as the repair and assembly of machines and systems on a 2400 m2 working area.
About Piasecki Aircraft Corporation: Founded in 1955, Piasecki Aircraft Corporation (PiAC) is a research and development business specializing in design, fabrication and flight testing of experimental rotorcraft and unmanned air vehicles.
CoAX-2D cockpit
See also |
EDM Aerotec CoAX 2D/2R
Piasecki 
