The first fully functional prototype of ASKA’s electric propulsion and flight vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) was unveiled at CES 2023, according to a press release from the company on Wednesday goes 250 miles on a single charge.
The ASKA A5 is SUV-sized and the world’s first four-seater electric vehicle that can travel on the road and up to 250 miles in the air on a single charge.
Our presentation at CES represents something that has never been achieved in the world but that people have dreamed about for decades: a fully functional, full-scale prototype of Drive and Fly’s electric vertical takeoff and landing, a real flying car. “With ASKA, we are making history and defining the next 100 years of transportation,” said ASKA Founder and CEO Guy Kaplinsky.
“The Aska is positioned as a new-generation vehicle that combines car comfort and simplicity. VTOL and STOL flight performance.” “ASKA is a vehicle that is not only important for consumers but also has significant commercial potential in emergency situations, military use, and on-demand ride-sharing services.”
ASKA is very practical and requires minimal upgrades to existing infrastructure to operate. Vertical takeoff and landing of the vehicle require only a small amount of space. as a helipad or vertical field The vehicle is also suitable for existing parking spaces and can be charged both at home and at electric car charging stations.
The ASKA A5 is powered by a patented power system with lithium-ion batteries and a range-extending petrol engine. In the
In drive mode, ASKA offers wheel motor technology, thanks to which all four wheels can be placed outside the frame. This feature offers better aerodynamics and maximum interior space that comfortably seats four passengers.
In flight mode, the vehicle’s six-rotor wings open, allowing the vehicle to take off either vertically or perform conventional runway takeoffs. The large wing is optimized for gliding, smooth landings, and efficient power consumption, and each tilting rotor is used to steer the vehicle.
Two models for takeoff
This means that ASKA can be launched in two ways: one is via vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) from a compact space such as a heliport. Another option is a conventional runway takeoff and landing, which can improve the vehicle’s energy consumption.
“There are approximately 15,000 airports with runways in the United States alone,” explained ASKA Founder and President/CEO Maki Kaplinsky.
“Our innovative design allows ASKA to take off from the runway very quickly using our unique in-wheel motor technology.” This is a revolution in aviation that allows ASKA to take off from a 250-foot runway in less than 5 seconds, bringing the closest experience to the F-18 Hornet Super Fighter, which takes off from an aircraft carrier for our customers. Pilots have many options for how and where ASKA flies. ASKA’s revolutionary “Drive and Fly” design allows the use of existing infrastructure and “last mile” transportation. ASKA allows people to drive, fly, and then drive to their final destination in one vehicle. This “drive and fly” approach allows for easy and cost-effective airlift deployment.
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