How U.S. media reports, the company will soon produce an aircraft that can be converted, if necessary, in a roadworthy car. The sale of the "Transition" called hybrid vehicle to be launched in the coming year. The price could be at about $ 200,000.
Terrafugia had previously failed in his ambitious project to bring the world the first flying car on the market, mainly due to the strict regulations of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This was due to the fact that the new two-seater is designed as a light aircraft, but in the end is a good 50 kilograms over the corresponding authorization limit for the total weight allowed for this. Now the authority has yet given the green light for production yet.
Strict safety regulations
Thus Terrafugias transition not only allowed to come in the air but also on the road for use, it must - as well as any conventional car - meet certain safety standards. To get a street legal as a roadworthy vehicle, the manufacturer must ensure, for example, that the vehicle on safety features like crumple zones or airbags installed features.
Who seriously for the purchase of the "flying cars" should be interested, but be aware that his arm must also have a regular driver's license, at least on a pilot's license for light aircraft. This is exhibited in the U.S. after the successful completion of 20 hours of flight.
In 30 seconds from car to plane
As a road vehicle is "Transition" by the manufacturer with a maximum speed of 110 kilometers per hour, almost as fast as a conventional car. The fuel consumption is given as eight liters per 100 kilometers. For use in the air for 30 seconds before the folded wings are extended and the front propeller fired up. There, the machine creates a top speed of 180 kilometers per hour and has a range of 740 kilometers.
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