An innovative personal aircraft known as the Jetson ONE has just arrived in the United States, promising to revolutionize the concept of private transportation. This ultralight electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) model weighs only 86 kilograms (115 with battery), reaches speeds of up to 102 km/h, and offers an approximate flight time of 20 minutes under ideal conditions.
What’s most surprising is that, according to U.S. regulations for ultralight aircraft, no pilot’s license is required to operate it. With just five days of basic training, anyone could fly this personal helicopter. Its price is around $128,000, with an initial reservation of $8,000, and it’s already being purchased by technology and aviation enthusiasts eager to experience the thrill of personal flight.
Designed by Swedish company Jetson Aero, the vehicle is built primarily from lightweight aluminum and carbon fiber, allowing for agility and stability in the air. It includes advanced safety systems such as backup batteries, a ballistic parachute, radar-assisted auto-landing, and obstacle detection sensors, all aimed at ensuring maximum protection for the pilot.
Is it really safe for anyone to fly the Jetson ONE?
Yes, though with certain limitations. The Jetson ONE can only operate during daylight hours and in non-congested airspace, and weather conditions must be favorable. Still, its launch represents a major step toward the democratization of flight, where the dream of soaring through the skies could soon be accessible to anyone, not just trained pilots or aviation professionals.