January 15, 2025 01:34 PM (IST)
The Aero HT Land Aircraft Carrier is the latest attempt to create a flying car that has caught the attention of the automotive industry.
While “flying cars” have largely existed in fiction, Chinese manufacturer XPeng’s Aero HT land-based aircraft carrier could become a commercially viable reality by 2026. INR1.96 billion euros (220,000 euros).
Aero HT, a land aircraft carrier developed by Aero HT, a subsidiary of Chinese manufacturer are collecting. The Telegraph reported at CES 2025, which will be held in Las Vegas in January 2025.
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The vehicle consists of two parts: an SUV section and a lightweight quadcopter that takes off vertically and stays in the air for more than 30 minutes at a time.
XPeng, which has set up a 10,000-unit-per-year factory to manufacture these flying cars, will INR1.96 billion euros (220,000 euros). The Telegraph reported that the car will be sold only in China for the time being.
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One of the reasons for the excitement surrounding this car is XPeng’s reputation as a serious player in the automotive industry, not just in China but around the world. The brand is backed by Volkswagen and has already demonstrated its capabilities at international events such as CES 2025.
hurdles, regulations, etc.
Even if the Xpeng Aero HT land aircraft carrier were to hit the market in 2026, there would be several hurdles that could make selling the “flying car” difficult.
Restrictions on sales in China, regulations such as the licenses required to operate flying cars, and the potential disruption caused by cars flying within cities could also hinder the cars’ commercial success. be. landscape.
Motor vehicles may also be subject to additional safety requirements and regulations similar to those applicable to helicopters.
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