Los Angeles: Booking for the world's first flying motorcycle has started. This motorcycle can fly at a speed of 96 km per hour for 30 minutes. This flying bike has been named 'Speeder'. Its initial price has been kept at Rs 3.15 crore.
American aviation company Jetpack has started taking bookings for the world's first flying bike. 8 powerful jet engines are used in this bike.
Capable of carrying 272 kg
The bike weighing 136 kg will be able to carry 272 kg. It can also be controlled remotely. The original design had four turbines, but the final product will have eight. Two will be in each corner of the bike for safety.
expected to get certified.
Can come in market in 2-3 years
Jetpack Aviation is flight testing the world's first flying motorcycle. It is expected to get the certification of the US Federal Aviation Administration. In 2-3 years, the company's 8 jet engine speeder flying bike can come in the market.
It is a utility vehicle
According to the company, the flying bike is actually an air utility vehicle. That is, it can also be used for purposes like medical emergency and fire extinguishing. The company is also developing an unmanned version for the military market as a cargo aircraft.
Speed 400 km/h and can reach height of 16,000 feet
This flying motorcycle will be able to fly through the air at a speed of 400 km/h. A good pilot can take this flying bike to a height of 16,000 feet, but after reaching this height, it is likely to run out of fuel and the pilot rider will need a parachute to land the motorcycle safely on the ground.
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