The XPENG X2 prototype can fly, but has not yet been FAA certified like the Alef Aeronautics Model A. More specifically, it received a Special Airworthiness Certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, making it the first flying car to receive legal approval to fly from the US Government.
This all-electric flying car can be configured in one or two layouts and travel up to 200-miles in road-going mode or 110-miles when in flight. How does it fly? The ultra lightweight chassis has a cabin that rotates 90-degrees sideways and then levels out using a gimbal-like mechanism as it lifts off vertically. The company is currently accepting $300,000 USD deposits, with a four to six seat version planned by 2035.
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We’re excited to receive this certification from the FAA. It allows us to move closer to bringing people an environmentally friendly and faster commute, saving individuals and companies hours each week. This is a one small step for planes, one giant step for cars,” said Jim Dukhovny, CEO of Alef.
