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Civil aviation company developing versatile aircraft

R&D Taichung-based Modus plans to have a prototype of an aircraft capable of vertical take-off and landing, a combination of helicopter and jet, ready by June

By Brian Hsu  /  STAFF REPORTER

But Modus says the verticraft has a maximum speed of 800kmh and a maximum range of 1,500km.

"It all depends on the engines. If we have more powerful engines, we will be able to make the verticraft become more efficient," Chiang said. "We will also try to enlarge the twin-seat aircraft to accommodate a company of soldiers."

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