The M400 Skycar from Moller International is a VTOL (Vertical
Take-Off and Landing) aircraft for public consumers. An
onboard computer ensures that piloting the M400 is as
easy as driving a car, just point the controls in the
direction of desired travel.
The 4 passenger Moller M400 has a cruising speed of 275
mph, and a top speed of 375 mph, courtesy of 1200 horsepower
from the 8 ethanol fueled Rotapower engines.
Safety in a vehicle like the Moller M400 is an important
aspect, and therefore numerous safety features have been
intergrated into the design including:
- Multiple engines, with the ability to operate with one
or more out of action.
- Backup computer stabilisation systems.
- Aerodynamically stable glide ability.
- Dual parachutes, in the event of total loss of power
the dual parachutes of the M400 can be deployed to bring
the aircraft safely to the ground.
Similar and related vehicles:
Moller M200G
PALV
Avrocar
Bell X-22
NASA AD-1
H-4 Spruce Goose
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