Might be the next trend in ultra-lights

[camos]

They call it a flying car but it's more like a manned drone or an ultra-light. Imagine a modern motorcycle engine in it instead of being electric powered. In any case, looks like it could become a popular way to terrify yourself....or.... tree huggers.

 

This video seems to have disappeared so here is the original promo video.

https://kittyhawk.aero/

 

Here is a link to a New York Times article also with a video.

Edited April 26, 2017 by camos

[Hummingbird]

WOW - too much fun, probably with a nice dose of anxiety thrown in

[Flyinfool]

I want one...........................

 

I wonder what the price tag will be?

 

I wonder how long it can fly on a charge?

 

I wonder if the "only to be flown over fresh water" is because it is not if you crash but when you crash? Water is softer than ground, Salt water and electronics do not play well together.

 

But I still want one......................

[CaseyJ955]

My first thought is how can this technology lend itself to dealing with congested cities like, any city really. Ever been stuck on the I5-405?

 

I believe I will live to see self driving cars become commonplace, but will I live long enough to see them fly?

 

Oh man, this is too cool!

[camos]

My first thought is how can this technology lend itself to dealing with congested cities like, any city really. Ever been stuck on the I5-405?

 

I believe I will live to see self driving cars become commonplace, but will I live long enough to see them fly?

 

Oh man, this is too cool!

I added a link to the NYT site to replace the broken video and then added a link to the original promo video.

 

Vehicles like that should never be allowed to be used as public commuter transportation. It's bad enough trying to restrict them to staying between the lines. Imagine the chaos that would ensue with any amount of congestion or adding texting to the mix. Still, as a substitute for an ATV or boat it could be truly awesome.

Edited April 26, 2017 by camos

[CaseyJ955]

I added a link to the NYT site to replace the broken video and then added a link to the original promo video.

 

Vehicles like that should never be allowed to be used as public commuter transportation. It's bad enough trying to restrict them to staying between the lines. Imagine the chaos that would ensue with any amount of congestion or adding texting to the mix. Still, as a substitute for an ATV or boat it could be truly awesome.

 

I couldn't agree more, seems like a healthy % of people I see driving shouldn't be on the road or in physical control of any vehicle, ever, for any reason. As tech advances though it has promise IMHO. 20 years ago the thought of self-driving cars actually being successfully tested and used on the roadway was laughable, but here we are. I'll be thrilled when GPS, radar and automation take over vehicles from some of the idiots I have to avoid as it stands currently. If humanity is allowed to continue 4-5 more generations I would not be surprised if we have fully automated solar personal hovercraft.

[Flyinfool]

You do not have to wait long for self flying cars. They will start flying this summer.

http://www.thenational.ae/business/aviation/dubai-to-launch-driverless-flying-cars-by-this-summer

[camos]

You do not have to wait long for self flying cars. They will start flying this summer.

http://www.thenational.ae/business/aviation/dubai-to-launch-driverless-flying-cars-by-this-summer

Very civilized but I would prefer something between that and the flying raft video I posted.

Following that video was a link to a boarder's dream...

... Waaay too much.