Airbus RACER : The World's Most Efficient Helicopter

In April 2025, Airbus’s RACER helicopter hit 444 km/h—not by brute power, but by rethinking rotorcraft design. In this video, we break down the key technologies behind RACER’s record-setting efficiency, from its box wings and lateral pusher props to its “more-electric” powertrain, and explore how this configuration could shape the future of high-speed helicopters and next-generation eVTOLs. Detailed Article: https://electricaviation.org/engineer...