Christopher Courtin
About Christopher Courtin
Chris Courtin is a Chief Engineer, Technology Demonstrator, known for his work on SSTOL aircraft as an alternative to eVTOL for urban air mobility.
Chief Engineer, Technology Demonstrator
Chris Courtin holds the position of Chief Engineer, Technology Demonstrator. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technological projects and demonstrations, particularly within the field of aviation and urban air mobility. His expertise in engineering and technology demonstration plays a crucial role in the development and testing of new aviation technologies.
Collaboration with MIT Professors
Chris Courtin collaborated with MIT professors John Hansman and Mark Drela to explore the potential of Short Takeoff and Landing (SSTOL) as an alternative to Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) for urban air mobility. This collaboration aimed to investigate the feasibility, advantages, and challenges associated with SSTOL aircraft in urban environments, contributing to the advancement of sustainable and efficient urban transportation solutions.
AIAA SciTech Forum 2020 Presentation
In 2020, Chris Courtin presented 'Flight Test Results of a Subscale Super-STOL Aircraft' at the AIAA SciTech Forum. This presentation detailed the findings from flight tests conducted on a subscale Super-STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) aircraft, providing valuable insights and data to the scientific and engineering community. The results underscored the performance and potential applications of Super-STOL technology.