Tech Update: Flying Cars Have Arrived Meet the Switchblade

in #science7 years ago


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!

According to recent articles published by The Sun and Daily Mail, the world’s first 200mph flying sports car will be released in the spring.

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 next year.


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!

Thanks for reading @techblogger !

Source:
World’s first 200mph flying sports car the Samson Motors’ £90,000 Switchblade is set to soar by next Spring - The Sun

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Hello @techblogger. What a nice post you got :) Can't wait to see the cars of future floating in the air. Who knows what will happen next right?

Get ready to take flight!

Thats awesome!! I have been waiting on the EHang 184 for awhile, but this looks awesome!!
Great post resteemed for ya :D

The flying cars of the future will amaze and impress us!

It's amazing to innovation for arriving @techblogger

The flying cars of the future will be more advanced and comfortable than today's most expensive luxury cars. Be ready and get your pilot's license!

what a surprise ... I want one

What an improvement in science and technology...#TheConceptOfFlyingCars very amazing

Yes Sean. Can you believe what our worlds engineers and scientists are accomplishing in this modern age!

I want to see the inside controls. I'd imagine even a seasoned pilot would be pretty nervous on the first flight...

Just wow !

When i was children i always think what future bring us... in less than 20 years the technology exploded. Now all the things come to life.. Amazing..

I have been hearing a lot about the flying car. Waiting for it to release. :)

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