Aircraft
XTI Reboots Plans for TriFan Family
Changes at XTI Aircraft have prompted a new approach to the TriFan family, with plans for an off-the-shelf engine and delay in deliveries.
XTI is introducing multiple changes to the design of its TriFan 600 VTOL aircraft, which will enter service powered by conventional turboshaft engines. (Image: XTI Aircraft)
XTI is introducing multiple changes to the design of its TriFan 600 VTOL aircraft, which will enter service powered by conventional turboshaft engines. (Image: XTI Aircraft)

Recent changes in the leadership team at XTI Aircraft have prompted a fresh approach to efforts to produce the TriFan 600 aircraft. First, the Colorado-based company has opted out of the rush to be first to market in the advanced air mobility sector. Second, it has resolved to press ahead with turboshaft engines certified to use 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and defer the introduction of electric propulsion until later iterations of the aircraft.