Benefits to Developping Nations
Bad enough that a nation is trying or struggling to grow in a world where technology can quickly pass them by but when a small country then must face natural disasters on the forms of floods, fires or earthquakes again the gyroplane can be put to effective use. From surveying the damage, dropping supplies and delivery of medical assistance and supplies. While a gyroplane cannot hover as the helicopter can, the gyroplane can land in a very small patch of real estate and get airborne again typically in only a few lengths of the aircraft. Because of this short take off and landing capability the gyroplane makes an effective machine to making contact with the smaller outlying communities and can be supported with very little support equipment to remain on station for extended periods.
When we review the operating costs of some of the developed countries around the world and the expenses that cities spend on aviation assets they alone can rival that of some nations. Many cities large and small around the world are finding the economical benefits the gyroplane offers over the helicopter in law enforcement and insect control programs.
In review, the gyroplane is affordable and cheaper to operate and maintain than helicopters. The gyroplane can perform a majority of missions that the helicopter also performs. The cheap and efficient use of gyroplanes can help increase food production, control pests and be used in law enforcement, natural disaster, and military roles as well thus helping to provide a stable form of government for which economic growth can spur.
Original article about the "Benefits to Developping Nations" courtesy of Kenneth Fietz in EzineArticles.com.
Last Mile Solution
The TOAD is a cost effective solution to transport and deliver high value cargo.
Peace keeping missions, natural disaster assistance and reconstruction operations usually happen in difficult areas, requiring heavy logistics to counter the harsh environment and stay away from trouble such as kidnapping and convoy hijacking.
The TOAD and its integrated array of high resolution cameras and sensors, can help steer a convoy out of difficult spots by providing a forward looking eye in the sky.
No roads ? No problems !
When disaster strikes, road infrastructure can become difficult or impossible to use, slowing down aid delivery or requiring the use of expensive helicopter to deliver basic life saving supplies such as water filters and medicine.
The TOAD with its low speed and short take off and landing capability can fly almost anywhere to deliver those vital supplies with very little gas limiting cost and freeing other aerial assets for more urgent needs.
It can be used to ferry light cargo or transport VIP, medics or even a stretcher if needed.
Its spacious cabin, with crash proof seats, allow 2 adults to sit comfortably. The 1+2 version we are developing will accommodate up to 3 crew members and additionnal cargo.
Environmentally friendly
The TOAD has a low footprint on the environment compared to typical aerial assets. It runs on 15 liters of automobile gas per hours on average, sipping gasoline instead of guzzling it.
