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Alef Aeronautics Model A
- Battery Capacity: 40 kWh
- Propulsion System: Distributed electric propulsion (8 rotors)
- Service Ceiling (Max Altitude): 2,000 ft (610 m)
- Takeoff / Landing Type: VTOL (Vertical Takeoff & Landing)
PROS
- True flying car: Fully road-driveable and capable of VTOL flight.
- Distributed electric propulsion offers redundancy and safety.
- Ballistic parachute adds a strong emergency backup.
- Compact dimensions suitable for garage parking.
- Rotating cabin design improves visibility and keeps passengers upright.
- Decent air range (~110 miles) for short hops and emergency bypassing traffic.
CONS
- High price (~$300K), accessible only to premium buyers.
- Low road speed (~25 mph), not ideal as a primary car.
- Limited flight endurance (~20 minutes).
- Low altitude limit (~2,000 ft) restricts operational flexibility.
- Specs not fully disclosed, including weight and charging details.
- Still pre-commercial, pending full certification and mass production.
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Full Specifications
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
| Model | Alef Aeronautics Model A |
| Manufacturer | Alef Aeronautics |
| Announced | 2022 |
| launched | 2019 |
| Base Price | 300000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
| Aircraft Type | Road-drivable electric VTOL (flying car) |
| Length | 5.18 m (17 ft) |
| Wingspan / Rotor Diameter | 6.1 m (20 ft) in flight configuration |
| Height | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Passenger Capacity | 1–2 (pilot + passenger) |
| Landing Gear Type | 4 road wheels (car-type landing gear) |
Power & Propulsion
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 40 kWh |
| Charging Time | 6 hours (standard) |
| Solar / Hybrid Assist | Hybrid-electric extension concepts under study |
| Motor | 8 electric motors (one per propeller) |
| Total Power Output | 100 kW |
| Propulsion System | Distributed electric propulsion (8 rotors) |
| transmission | Direct-drive electric (no gearbox stated) |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
| Cruising speed | Road: ~40 km/h (25 mph) Air: ~89 km/h (55 mph) |
| Top Speed | 77 km/h (110 mph) |
| Maximum Range | Road: ~322 km (200 miles) Air: ~177 km (110 miles) |
| Endurance (Flight Time) | 20 minutes of flight |
| Climb Rate | 600 ft/min (183 m/min) |
| Service Ceiling (Max Altitude) | 2,000 ft (610 m) |
| Takeoff / Landing Type | VTOL (Vertical Takeoff & Landing) |
| Flight Modes | Road mode, VTOL, forward-flight mode with rotating body |
Safety & Systems
| Avionics | Basic flight-control UI with autonomous-assist |
| Flight Control | Fly-by-wire + redundant electric propulsion |
| Safety Features |
Multiple motor redundancy Collision avoidance systems 360° visibility cockpit |
| Emergency Landing System | Whole-aircraft ballistic parachute |
| Certifications | FAA Special Airworthiness Certificate (for R&D/testing) |
Interior & Comfort
| Seating Layout | 1 pilot + 1 passenger |
| Cabin Type | Gimballed rotating cockpit (keeps occupants upright) |
| Infotainment & Displays | Minimalist flight UI + driver display |
| Other Features | High-visibility mesh structure, rotating cabin |
Capacities
| Passenger Capacity | 2 |
| Payload Capacity | 91 kg (200 lb) |
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