Alef Aeronautics released a video of its Model Zero prototype flying
over a parked car on a public road in California, marking the first
real-world test of the design concept.
“This drive and flight test represents an important proof of technology
in a real-world city environment,” said Alef Aeronautics chief executive Jim
Dukhovny.
“We hope it will be a moment similar to the Wright Brothers’ Kitty Hawk
video, proving to humanity that new transportation is
possible.”
The startup said its 100 per cent electric car has a driving range of
320 kilometres and a flight range of around 160km.
The company has already secured more than 3,300 pre-orders for its Model
A vehicle, which is expected to enter production later this year.
A manufacturing agreement to fulfil these orders has already been
reached with PUCARA Aero and MYC, a joint venture that has produced
aviation-grade parts for Airbus and Boeing.
Prices for Alef’s Model A start at around $300,000, though a second
flying car dubbed the Model Z is expected to cost around $35,000.
“Designed to drive on the street, take off vertically when needed and
fly overhead above traffic, we’re building the solution to the issues of modern
congestion,” the company’s website states.
“It fits into a regular driving lane and conforms to all traffic
regulatory conditions. Alef flying car fits into a regular parking space and
inside a regular-sized garage.”
Watch a video showing the demonstration below.
Alef Aeronautics released footage of their electric car performing a vertical takeoff over another vehicle in California, calling it the first city test of its kind. The company aims to address traffic by developing flying cars. CEO Jim Dukhovny called the test a major… pic.twitter.com/5tDHU7o8h3
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