nuSep 7, 2026, 08:08

Production of Dutch flying car can begin: set to take flight in 2028

Dutch company PAL-V has received production certification from EASA for its flying car, the PAL-V Liberty. The vehicle is expected to receive full type certification within eighteen months, with plans to begin commercial flights by 2028.

The Dutch company PAL-V, based in Raamsdonksveer, has secured production certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for its flying car, the PAL-V Liberty. This milestone allows the manufacturer to begin producing aviation-certified components for the unique vehicle. The next critical phase involves obtaining a type certificate, which will verify that the car meets all safety requirements for flight. PAL-V anticipates securing this approval within eighteen months, aiming for a full launch by 2028.

The Liberty functions as a three-wheeled car on the road and converts into a gyroplane for flight, requiring a runway for takeoff and landing. With a top speed of 160 kilometers per hour on the ground and an air range of 400 to 500 kilometers, owners will need both a driving license and a pilot's license. Demand is already high, with 250 units pre-sold, including orders from fire departments in the Netherlands. Prices for the vehicle start at 299,000 euros, marking the culmination of two decades of development.

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