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MUAA modelling finds fractal vertipad surfaces could reduce eVTOL noise, especially at rooftop sites

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Acoustic modelling by German consultancy Munich Aeroacoustics (MUAA) suggests specially designed fractal surfaces could reduce noise from electric air taxi operations at vertiports. The analysis identifies elevated sites, including rooftop facilities, as having the greatest potential benefit; the findings are modelling results, not reported operational measurements.

Discovered 2026-11-04T00:19:11.792075-08:00 | 2026-11-04T00:19:11.792075-08:00

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  • Vertiport noise is a potential constraint on where electric air taxis can operate. MUAA’s modelling points to surface design as one possible way to mitigate it, particularly at elevated sites.
  • The finding is based on acoustic modelling; the articles provide no measured reductions or evidence of operational deployment, so its practical effectiveness remains to be established.

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