In my opinion this follows the same deal that that the Icon aircraft. It looks really cool, but it appeals to people that aren't pilots, and it will be under powered with the 140 horsepower.

The Mooney ovation, Beech F33B, and V35B, and the SR22 have engines ranging from 285 to 310hp on an Airframes that have empty weight of about 2200 to 2400lbs. I don't think its possible for this Aircar to be under 2000 pounds empty weight, and with a 140 horsepower engine, I figure it will be a pig.

Did you notice the video is not continuous from wing unfolding to taking the runway ?

I noticed that it flew, was stable, appeared to have reasonable power to weight, and it folds and unfolds itself like a kid’s transformer toy. I find that to be an interesting contrast to the other prototype thread that I’m following in this section.

The Klein vehicle is stylish enough that it might find a market. There are certainly guys out there who buy a Ferrari or Lambo just to have a 2-seater to take out on date night....

This would be in that same kind of market, maybe similar cost, very much a "James Bond" style for your date night adventures.

Cruise speed, IFR capability, payload... all become irrelevant. A ridiculous price is part of the appeal, instead of being a problem.

That's pretty much what I was thinking. I was totally imagining a 50 or 60-something successful businessman trying to impress his 20 or 30 something trophy date with something like this. I suspect it would work. Hell, I might even put out for something like that.

I was totally imagining a 50 or 60-something successful businessman trying to impress his 20 or 30 something trophy date with something like this. I suspect it would work.

perfect Cannonball ride...

I think you guys have seriously lost touch with what the 20 y.o. trophy date demographic really wants....

Hmmmm. Maybe this guy can help Peter solve some of his issues with the Raptor? Seems like if you can make a car fly, maybe the raptor has a chance?

Val

I can't imagine any insurance company even entertaining the thought.

Bruce,
What’s more likely. Insurance for this or insurance for the Raptor???

It's a trick question Bruce.

What about all the pollution and crash worthiness requirements for autos? Probably would not be able to land in California

Well, I have been happily married for quite a while.

That demographic is into MU-2’s now, I take it?

May not be practical at all, but it’s pretty cool!