ELAV8 Podcast: Revolutionizing Aviation with Guest Nikita Ermoshkin

Nikita Ermoshkin, founder and CEO of Airhart Aeronautics, discusses the challenges and dangers of flying in today's aviation industry and how his company is working to make flying safer and more accessible. He explains that current airplanes are outdated and complicated, leading to a high number of accidents in general aviation. The control scheme and the mental workload of pilots contribute to the risk of losing control of the aircraft. Airhart is developing avionics and flight control systems that automate many of the tasks and make flying easier and safer. They are using innovative technologies and lower-cost components to reduce the barriers to entry and make aviation more accessible. Airhart is working to revolutionize aviation by making flying safer, more accessible, and more efficient. They are developing small, affordable aircraft that can be used for personal transportation. The goal is to displace cars as the main mode of transportation for short to medium-distance trips. Airhart is focused on reducing pilot workload and automating processes to improve safety. The company aims to make flying as common and convenient as owning a car.