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Toyota-Backed Flying Car Manned With A Driver Soars In Public Test Flight

By Thanussha Priyah, 31 Aug 2020

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Video screenshot via SkyDrive Inc

SkyDrive, supported by Toyota, held a public test flight for its flying car in Japan. The startup showcased its SD-03 vehicle, which was manned by a driver at the Toyota Test Field.

According to Observer, the vehicle is distinguished as the smallest electric VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) vehicle in the world.

The company hopes to bring “new means of transportation” via flying cars, which currently feature eight rotors for support in case of a motor malfunction.

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SkyDrive is awaiting approval to embark on flights beyond the test field by the end of this year. It is also developing a two-seat commercial automotive that is set to be released by 2023 in time for Japan’s flying taxi service.





[via Engadget, cover image via SkyDrive Inc]
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