China builds up a flying car

China has launched a model of a car last week at the helicopter show taking place in Tianjin.

China launches new model car

The China Aerospace Industry Group (AVIC) is developing an airliner for terrain and barricades. The car weighs about 100kg, can fly straight thanks to the system of 6 fan blades hidden in the body. The body is long and slightly square like a sports car.

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The car debuted at the Tianjin Helicopter Show. Photo: Xinhua.

According to Hong Xiao, head of helicopter division of AVIC, the new model aims to operate in remote areas or difficult areas.

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The car can fly straight thanks to the system of 6 fan blades hidden in the body. Photo: Xinhua.

"When you drive to a damaged road or obstacle course, you can press the button to lift the car." The vehicle will fly over the obstacles and head to the other end, " CCTV said on Sept. 12. Hong words. After landing, the vehicle will automatically pick up the wing and return to normal run mode.

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Recently, manufacturers have successfully tested vehicles in an unmanned flight. A team of technicians are working to create heavier vehicles that can carry people. It is expected that the model will be used for military patrol and commercial flights.

"Our next plan is to produce a two to three tonne vehicle over a two-year period," Hong said.