TheSmokingTire Explores Flying Cars: Training on the Innovative Blackfly Craft
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On this episode of TheSmokingTire, we dive into the world of flying cars, where the thrill of the unexpected takes center stage as the throttle cuts out abruptly. While the channel typically focuses on reviewing cars, this time, the team finds themselves in Palo Alto for a unique training experience. Flying the innovative blackfly craft, a predecessor to the Helix, reveals a cutting-edge design featuring eight electric motors, GPS sensors, and wings that provide lift, offering a fascinating blend of helicopter and airplane capabilities.
Dispelling the need for a pilot's license, the blackfly is classified as an ultralight aircraft under FAA regulations, with weight credits for safety systems. The pivotal training program, condensed for the team's experience, involves mastering a single joystick control system and navigating emergency situations with yellow, red, and purple warning indicators. As the CEO of pivotal sheds light on the company's history and the evolution of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, the focus shifts to the advancements in battery technology driving this aerial revolution.
The journey culminates in the team's first real flight experience, where the checklist is meticulously followed before taking off and hovering at 40 feet. The exhilarating sensation of floating in the sky, akin to the most expensive loudest hammock in the world, underscores the unique blend of comfort and thrill offered by the blackfly. Despite the motors heating up during flight, the successful pattern flight showcases the seamless fusion of cutting-edge technology and the timeless allure of flight, leaving a lasting impression on the team.
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