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Ramco Systems, a global aviation software provider, has signed an MOU with The ePlane Company, an Indian startup developing flying electric taxis. The partnership involves implementing Ramco Aviation Software for lifecycle management of ePlane’s e200X eVTOL aircraft. The ePlane Company, incubated at IIT Madras, is pioneering urban air mobility in India with the first Design Organisation Approval from DGCA for an electric aircraft. Ramco Systems will provide a comprehensive suite of aviation management modules, including cloud-based accessibility and AI-based solutions. This collaboration aims to advance urban air mobility solutions and establish a digital foundation for managing next-generation aircraft in India.
Ramco Systems , a global aviation software provider, has entered into a strategic partnership with The ePlane Company, an innovative startup developing India’s first flying electric taxi. This collaboration marks a significant step towards revolutionizing urban air mobility and aircraft management systems.
Key Highlights of the Partnership
- Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signed: Ramco Systems and The ePlane Company have formalized their partnership through an MOU.
- Software Implementation: The agreement involves the phased implementation of Ramco Aviation Software for the lifecycle management of ePlane’s e200X eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft.
- Comprehensive Software Suite: The partnership will provide ePlane access to Ramco’s extensive range of aviation management modules.
The ePlane Company: Pioneering Urban Air Mobility
The ePlane Company, incubated at IIT Madras, is at the forefront of urban air mobility innovation in India. Some notable achievements include:
- Developing India’s first flying electric taxi
- Holding the first Design Organisation Approval from India’s DGCA for an electric aircraft among private Indian companies
- Initiating the e200X type certification process
Ramco Aviation Software: Powering the Future of Aviation
Ramco Systems brings its expertise in aviation software to this partnership, offering:
- A comprehensive suite of modules for various aspects of aircraft management
- Cloud-based accessibility with ‘Anywhere Apps’
- Advanced features including AI-based solutions, digital task cards, and offline maintenance capability
Impact and Future Prospects
This collaboration between Ramco Systems and The ePlane Company represents a significant step towards:
- Advancing urban air mobility solutions in India
- Establishing a robust digital foundation for managing next-generation aircraft
- Combining innovative engineering with cutting-edge software solutions
As the e200X progresses through certification and regulatory approvals, this partnership is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of urban transportation and aircraft management systems.
Expert Commentary
Prof. Satya Chakravarthy, Founder of The ePlane Company, emphasized the importance of this partnership: “Developing India’s first flying electric taxi demands not only engineering excellence but also a technology partner who understands the nuances of the aviation industry. Ramco Systems’ platform equips us to manage complexity across engineering, operations, and compliance, while remaining agile and future-ready.”
Sam Jacob, EVP & Head of Aviation, Aerospace & Defense at Ramco Systems, added: “As the world moves to decarbonize transportation, aviation must evolve. The ePlane Company’s vision to turn urban gridlock into a ten-minute flight using compact electric aircraft is a bold and timely step in that direction. Ramco is proud to support this initiative with a platform that will offer the agility, compliance, and operational depth needed to scale.”
This collaboration between Ramco Systems and The ePlane Company represents a significant milestone in the evolution of urban air mobility and aircraft management systems in India, potentially setting new standards for the global aviation industry.
