1 July 2016
+VIDEO Dutch company PAL-V has released an image of the latest version of its flying car/motorcycle which it calls the Liberty. PAL-V has been working on the project since 1999 and its prototype, the PAL-V One, started flight tests four years ago.
From what we can see in the dark image, and from what PAL-V tell us, the Liberty has taken a big step forwards in aesthetics and safety.
“For the design of the PAL-V Liberty our design team partnered with a leading Italian design agency,” said PAL-V CEO Robert Dingemanse. “Furthermore we have implemented significant safety and ergonomic upgrades to our vehicle‚”
This is the prototype PAL-V One. The production version has side-by-side seating so a wider cabin. [Photos: PAL-V]
Markus Hess, Chief Marketing and Sales Officer said, “We have recently started talking to buyers and have the first contracts in place and a lot of interest. We anticipate first deliveries in 2018 starting in Europe.”
Some of the significant design changes include a double redundant drive train which gives increased security in flight. After listening to customer feedback, the seating arrangement has been changed from tandem seating to side-by-side for a more social experience.
The redesigned body in combination with an improved tilting system allowed the company to optimise the amount of chassis tilt for stable driving at higher speeds. Basically, the PAL-V is a gyroplane which a nice body and impressive features.
PAL-V plans to offer the first 90 Liberty flying cars at €500,000, with 45 intended for Europe.
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PAL-V Spec
Price €500,000
Road performance:
Max speed 106mph
0-62mph less than 10sec
Fuel consumption 28mpg
Range 750 miles
Flight performance:
Max speed 97kt
Min speed for level flight 27kt
Take-off roll 165 metres
Landing roll 30 metres
Fuel burn 28 litres/hr
Range 190-217nm
Seats 2
Max weight 910kg
Empty weight 665kg
Max power 200hp
