So, when we last spoke, I was kind of hard on society for failing to provide us with our flying cars. Well, it turns out that Martin Aircraft Company Limited is launching the Martin Jetpack as a commercially available device, this year.
The device will run on regular gasoline, so no worries about purchasing jet fuel. It will travel about 31.5 miles at an impressive 63 MPH. Apparently, it may be possible for the device to travel faster than that, but FAA regulations required that Ultralight Aircraft travel at a speed of 63 MPH or slower. The device is also capable of reaching an estimated altitude of 8,000 ft.
So OK, it's not a flying car but it could actually be a very entertaining toy for some very wealthy people. Oh, I forgot to mention that the jetpack will cost about $100,000.
The Martin Jetpack will be available to commercial buyers initially, but will go on sale to private users later this year. But, Martin is taking orders on their website, now. A flight course is required from Martin Jetpack, but no commercial license is necessary to operate the device, nor do you need to file a flight plan to use it. Another perk of falling under Ultralight Aircraft specs.
I guess the future is closer than I thought. I still would prefer a flying car, though.
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