Austrian business jet operator Tyrolean Jet Services has decided to buy Pal-V Liberty flying cars. These are to be used for regional aviation services on the so-called last mile.
The charter airline belongs to the Swarovski Group and is one of the largest business jet operators in Austria. In the future, they also want to operate so-called flying cars. A corresponding purchase agreement was signed with the Dutch provider Pal-V as part of the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition.
“The emerging advanced air mobility market is a hot topic at EBACE. We represent the FlyDrive segment of this new market where numerous brands present their latest innovations for the emerging market. Instead of going from platform to platform or from airport to airport, we offer the option of going door to door by plane. This FlyDrive segment will mark the beginning of the Advanced Air Mobility market.”. according to Pal-V boss Robert Dingemanse
The aircraft is not only intended for private individuals, but is also used by professionals for taxi services, observation and inspection flights. With a flight range of 400-500 km and a top speed of 180 km/h, the Pal-V Liberty can fly from Paris to London and drive into the city.
Currently, the Pal-V Liberty has been street legal and can be seen on the roads of Europe. The vehicle is currently undergoing an extensive compliance demonstration program to complete the final phase of EASA certification. The Slovak Civil Aviation Authority recently approved a competing model the first registration under aviation law.