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A new trend?
Terrafugia Transition
Is it an aircraft, or is it a car? Designed for personal air and land travel, the Terrafugia Transition allows you to land at the airport, fold up your wings and drive home.


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Tenerife - 26.08.2010 - As a car, it is rear wheel driven, easy to get in and out, seats two people side by side, the wings fold automatically, no trailer or hangar needed, just park it in your drive, and its cargo area can carry a set of golf clubs. As an aircraft, unfortunately if the weather is bad you'll still have to drive it as a car, but otherwise, take advantage of its 100 hp Rotax 912S engine, modern glass avionics, and for your peace of mind.... lots of crash safety features and a full parachute. You'll need a driving and a pilot's licence, but part of the package if you buy one is a 20-hour pilot's course. Due to be launched in 2011, reservations are now being taken via the Terrafugia website. More information www.terrafugia.com.
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