We often hear that flying cars are a concept of science fiction, but the truth is that these vehicles are not just futuristic fantasies. As early as 1973, newspapers were already reporting that flying cars were set to revolutionize transportation. However, one of the reasons this groundbreaking technology didn’t take off was due to a catastrophic tragedy that halted its progress. To fully understand why flying cars haven’t yet become a mainstream form of transportation, we need to take a step back and explore the early attempts to bring this visionary idea to life.
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Jul
Jul
Samson Sky is taking the aviation world by storm with its revolutionary Switchblade flying sports car. After achieving first flight in November 2023, the innovative company has unveiled a stunning new design at AirVenture 2024, the world’s largest aviation celebration.
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May
May
The Samson Sky Switchblade Flying Sports Car, alongside a select group of innovative flying car designers worldwide, recently celebrated a significant milestone. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a groundbreaking bipartisan transportation bill that includes provisions for roadable aircraft. These vehicles, defined as airplanes that can be driven to and from airports or private landing strips, now have a clear path to state registration and use on public roads and highways in Minnesota.
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Jan
Jan
Legislative bodies across the US are actively working to facilitate the registration and licensing of roadable aircraft in all 50 states. Leading this innovative field are two US companies, Samson Sky and Alef, along with two European contenders, Pal-V and Klein. These companies are expected to commence production in 2025.