XPeng Aeroht, the flying car division of XPeng Inc., has unveiled its modular flying car, the Land Aircraft Carrier, along with plans for mass production and pricing. The company aims to start production in 2026 with a price tag of up to RMB2 million yuan ($280,000). This comes with an updated production schedule, pushing back the initial timeline.
Xpeng’s subsidiary, AeroHT, achieved a significant milestone with the maiden flight of its flying car, the X2, in Beijing. This event highlights China’s burgeoning low-altitude economy, supported by government policies and fueled by growing demand for advanced transportation solutions. While challenges remain, the future of flying cars in China seems bright, with AeroHT aiming for commercial launch later this year.
A groundbreaking milestone in transportation history has been achieved as the world’s first car-flight with a passenger took place this week, paving the way for a potential future where aerial vehicles seamlessly integrate with terrestrial travel. Music maestro Jean-Michel Jarre embarked on this historic flight, becoming the first passenger to experience the thrilling fusion of a sleek sports car and an aircraft. Video footage captured the transformation from a four-wheeled sports car into an airborne vehicle, soaring through the Slovakian skies twice to the awe of onlookers.
French music legend Jean-Michel Jarre has made history as the first person to pilot the revolutionary flying car developed by KleinVision, a company backed by tech entrepreneur Elon Musk. The AirCar, which seamlessly transforms from a sports car to an aircraft in minutes, has received flight approval following over 200 successful takeoffs and landings. Jarre, who has sold over 100 million albums worldwide, praised the experience, highlighting its transformative potential. The AirCar is slated to go on sale in the coming months, but aspiring pilots will require both a driver’s license and a pilot’s license, as well as specialized flight training.
A revolutionary moment in aviation history has been achieved with the AirCar’s maiden flight with a passenger onboard. This transformative hybrid vehicle, developed by KleinVision and approved for flight in 2022, seamlessly transitions from a sports car to a plane in mere minutes. Its foldable wings and rear propeller enable it to ascend from a 300m runway with 1.6L BMW engine power. Future plans include electric power integration. The AirCar has garnered attention from notable figures like Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond on The Grand Tour. With the Slovakian government aiming for flying taxis by 2030, KleinVision anticipates the AirCar’s market availability within a year. To operate it, dual licensing (driver’s and pilot’s) and specialized flying training are necessary.
