The Transition by Terrafugia- Drive or Fly Anywhere You Want To Go
March 12th, 2009 by Amazing College Student, Christine
Sick of being stuck at the airport or having to go through security? Longing for the chance to take off at any point of the day, whether it is by car of plane? The car that transforms into an airplane is now here. The Transition by Terrafugia is the world’s first car that can turn into a plane by simply lowering or raising the wings.
The transition has caused a huge buzz recently since it is almost ready to be used by anyone who can spend $150,000 on it. This roadable aircraft is one of a kind light sports aircraft that can be used on any road, in any parking garage, and can take off from any airport with at least 2,500’ of runway. Terrafugia even claims that “on average, you’re within 30 miles of less of one of these fields anywhere in the country.” Buying the Transition is a better idea then buying a plane or a car. You cut down the price of having to rent somewhere to store your plane and can save on gas because the Transition uses automotive gasoline. Also, because your car and plane are one vehicle, it allows you to take off and land whenever you please and drive your car if the weather isn’t flying permitting.
Being a tech woman I think this invention is incredible. Ever since I saw Flubber back in the 90’s, I have been anxiously waiting for a car that could fly. I am skeptical if the Transition is finally the invention we have been waiting for, or if it is another failed attempt. After reviewing their website multiple times, I think Terrafugia has finally accomplished what many before them only dreamed of. The first roadable aircraft is here, whether we are ready for it or not.
o For more information on the Transition by Terrafugia and to order your own roadable aircraft, visit their website by clicking here.
