NORTHHAMPTON COUNTY, N.C. — A “flying car” has been tested in Northampton County, N.C., offering a glimpse into the future of travel, our partners at WRAL reported.
BlackFly personal use aircraft from California-based company Pivotal is an all-electric vehicle, which has one seat, can reach speeds of 60 mph and has a range of 25 miles.
Heather Chirtea, who owns the first “flying car” in the U.S., explained, “You only need a regular driver’s license to fly it. You don’t even need that, actually. You just need to be 18. You need to have some manual dexterity.”
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The test took place at the Center for Automotive Research near the Virginia state line, showcasing the vehicle’s capabilities on a track.
“People stand next to the flying car and ask, ‘Is this the future?” Chirtea said.
The cost of owning one of these futuristic vehicles is $190,000, making it a luxury item for those interested in cutting-edge technology.
The aircraft fits into the Federal Aviation Administration’s ultralight aircraft classification, WRAL reported.
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