A next-generation vertical take-off and landing aircraft took to the skies of Tokyo for the first time on Friday.
The "flying car" lifted off from a parking lot at the Tokyo Big Sight convention center in Koto Ward.
Spectators took photographs and videos of the craft as it rose to a height of about 10 meters and circled around.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has organized a series of events since April to showcase the role of state-of-the-art technologies in the capital's future.
The single-occupant aircraft was developed by a US company. It measures 4.5 meters wide and 2.6 meters high.
Officials said the craft can fly at a maximum speed of about 100 kph. It can stay aloft for approximately 15 minutes.
The flight event will be held a total of seven times through Thursday at the same venue.
The "flying car" lifted off from a parking lot at the Tokyo Big Sight convention center in Koto Ward.
Spectators took photographs and videos of the craft as it rose to a height of about 10 meters and circled around.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has organized a series of events since April to showcase the role of state-of-the-art technologies in the capital's future.
The single-occupant aircraft was developed by a US company. It measures 4.5 meters wide and 2.6 meters high.
Officials said the craft can fly at a maximum speed of about 100 kph. It can stay aloft for approximately 15 minutes.
The flight event will be held a total of seven times through Thursday at the same venue.
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Summary
First flight of a US-developed vertical take-off and landing aircraft, resembling a flying car, took place in Tokyo on Friday. The event showcased state-of-the-art technology as part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's series of events since April. Measuring 4.5m wide and 2.6m high, it can fly
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20240517_28/
Date: May 17, 2024
Created: 2024/05/18 07:00
Updated: 2025/12/08 13:57
Last Read: 2024/05/18 09:39