# Electrified Helicopters The Sikorsky Electric Helicopter is for Eco Aviators By Michael Hines | Published 2010-07-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sikorsky-electric-helicopter References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/sikorsky-develops-all-electric-helicopter-can-fly-for-just-15-minutes/) & [sikorsky](http://www.sikorsky.com/Index) Forget the [electric autos and motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wn7) -- the Sikorsky electric helicopter is the coolest electric vehicle around. This helicopter runs 100% on electricity and can stay airborne for up to 15 minutes. The Sikorsky electric helicopter made its debut at the 2010 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. This helicopter doesn't look very comfortable or functional, but it is still a great first step for [electric flight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-flight). **Implications** - In today's eco-conscious society, consumers are constantly looking for green alternatives to the products they relish in using. Businesses that devote their efforts to providing green consumers with a wide variety of eco-friendly products that can complement a variety of different lifestyles will see large returns. Consumers will invest in those products that are both planet-preserving and complementary to their interests. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Electric Helicopters:** Developing and improving electric helicopter technology to meet the increasing demand for eco-friendly air transportation. - **Green Alternatives:** Providing a range of eco-friendly products to cater to the needs and preferences of environmentally conscious consumers. - **Electric Flight:** Continuing to advance electric flight technology for longer flight durations and improved functionality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Aviation:** Exploring the potential of electric helicopters for passenger and cargo transportation, revolutionizing the aviation industry. - **Electric Vehicle:** Expanding the market for electric vehicles to include helicopters, creating a new niche within the electric vehicle industry. - **Sustainable Technology:** Driving innovation in sustainable technology by developing electric propulsion systems and power storage solutions for helicopters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Epochal Electric VTOLs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epochal-electric-vtol.md) - [Hybrid-Powered Unmanned Helicopters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybridpowered-unmanned-helicopter.md) - [Noiseless Electric Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-aircraft-technology.md) - [Intuitive Switch-Free Helicopters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyryse-one.md) - [Emissions-Free eVTOL Aircraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emissionsfree-evtol-aircraft.md) - [Range-Roving Electric Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-aircrafts.md) - [Aerodynamic Gyroplane Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gyroplane.md) - [Regional Electric Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wright-spirit.md) - [Zero-Emission Flying Saucers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeva-zero.md)