Well I dont want one
Originally Posted by
Bob
The Dutch developer of a flying motorcycle says he and his backers are in talks with several Canadian companies about becoming the world's first manufacturer of the futuristic vehicle aimed at revolutionizing personal transportation.
The Dutch firm Spark Design claims the vehicle — which looks like a cross between a helicopter and a fully faired bike — will be able to take off and land vertically and reach 125mph.
The rotor and propeller are folded until the machine needs to fly. Once airborne the rear-mounted propeller pushes the craft along and the unpowered main rotor spins to give the craft lift. It is designed to fly under the 4,000ft threshold used by commercial aircraft.
They say that provided sufficient investment continues to be made, it could be ready for test flights in as little as a year.
My type of flying involves both wheels on the ground, just.
Those who insist on perfect safety, don't have the balls to live in the real world.
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