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Although flying cars are still somewhat pie-in-the-sky, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has marked a turning point in the future of air mobility by granting a conditional license.

Summary

KEY POINTS:
  • On 12 June 2023, the FAA issued a Special Airworthiness Certificate to a flying car developed by Alef Aeronautics.
  • The certificate allows the aircraft to fly in limited locations for exhibition, research and development.
  • Alef's ‘Model A’ will fit two occupants and boasts a flight range of 110 miles (177km).

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