Otto Aviation has entered into a strategic partnership with Mecaer Aviation Group (Mecaer) to develop the landing gear and primary flight control actuation system for its breakthrough aircraft, the Phantom 3500. This collaboration represents a major milestone in Otto’s ambition to transform private aviation through sustainable innovation and fuel efficiency.
Mecaer, a globally recognised aerospace systems provider with facilities in Europe and North America, offers decades of experience in flight control and landing gear technologies. Its proven ability to deliver compact, high-performance systems makes it a fitting partner for the Phantom 3500, an aircraft known for its distinctive aerodynamic design and sustainability-focused engineering.
The Phantom 3500’s advanced features—including a laminar-flow fuselage and high-aspect-ratio wing—require landing gear that fits precisely within the airframe while supporting low-drag flight. Mecaer’s system will incorporate complex retraction mechanisms and articulation kinematics to conform to the aircraft’s tight contours, all while maintaining structural integrity and operational performance.
Both the main and nose landing gear will retract into highly compact, aerodynamically refined bays. This is achieved through advanced multi-link geometries and shock absorption systems designed to maximise space efficiency and preserve the aircraft’s clean exterior lines—crucial for drag reduction and fuel savings.
Additionally, Mecaer will deliver the Phantom 3500’s flight control actuation system, ensuring responsive and accurate control of all primary flight surfaces. The system will feature built-in redundancies for safety, and is being developed with a strong emphasis on weight reduction, serviceability, and long-term reliability.
The Phantom 3500 is expected to begin flight testing in 2027, with entry into service targeted for 2030.
