In recent news in turns out that Sampson Sky says it’s now holding 615 reservations for its new Switchblade kit-built, flying sports car!
The wheels are in motion as the company is sponsoring a Sun ‘n Fun forum at midday on Friday about the state of the flying car industry. At the event, visitors can chat with the Switchblade creators. The Samson Sky reservation program was launched at Sun 'n Fun just two years ago when the first glimpse of the wing swing mechanism for the vehicle was released. The Switchblade is reported to have the power-to-weight ratio of a 2017 Corvette.
It is also interesting to note that the company says the Switchblade reservation list includes enthusiasts from 15 countries.
Flying cars aren't cheap though... Sampson Sky anticipates the price of a VFR Switchblade to be about $140,000.
I remember watching the movie Back to the Future in the 1990's and I was amazed, the idea of a car that could travel in time really had me excited. Then when I saw the sequel, 'Back to the Future 2' it had me even more excited. In this movie we saw hoverboards, automatic clothing that could dry itself and yes, flying cars!
Based on my research I've determined that this Switchblade is a pretty impressive flying car. Its made by Samson Motors’ and it will cost potential owners a grand total of £90,000. A few of its key features include its extendable wings and tail.
Beyond its technical specifications apparently it can reach altitudes of 13,000ft with a lot of help by its rear-mounted propeller.
Now here are a few more interesting facts about the Switchblade. They have been designed as three-wheeled two-seaters vechicals are are completely road legal. On the road they can reach a top speed of 100mph but they are only allowed to take off and land at airports.
Samson Motors is a U.S. company based in Oregon with plans to launch the cars within months. They even come equipped with parachutes. Its extendable wings and tail are adjustable and needed as a means to steer it through the air.
Now if you are excited and plan to run out the door right now to buy one, hold on first, there is nothing different from this and a plane. Drivers will need a private pilot's licence if they want to fly the two-seater vehicles, which will go for £90,000.
What do you guys think about this new flying car? Will we see a heap of competitors rushing to get in the market for similar vehicles like this one?
Thoughts and comments are always appreciated! Lets get a conversation going about this topic!
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Source:
World’s first 200mph flying sports car the Samson Motors’ £90,000 Switchblade is set to soar by next Spring - The Sun
Switchblade Sponsors Flying Car Forum at Sun ‘n Fun 2018 - Flying Mag