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JetRacer by Franky Zapata is changing the future of human mobility

August 16, 2022 by Editorial Team

JETRACER: THE FIRST FLYING CAR AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC (by ZAPATA COMPANY)

Franky Zapata, the flying Frenchman who crossed the Channel on a jet-powered hoverboard, has always been dedicated to working on the creation, development and marketing of new machines such as Flyboard, Hoverboard by ZR, Jetpack by ZR, Flyboard Air to satisfy everyone. With more than 60 millions views on internet and being seen in the most prestigious commercial ads such as slot during the United States Super Bowl, the reputation of Zapata has reached its heights. Strengthened by a network of distributors and rental points present over the 5 continents, Zapata is now realizing its wildest dreams, creating new innovating machines that come straight out of the comic books.

JETRACER is a vertical take-off and landing aircraft, with no lifting surface, powered by 10 micro-turbojets capable of reaching a max speed of 250 km/h.

JetRacer VTOL main characteristics are maximum speed and high maneuverability, at the cost of a relatively short range.

JetRacer is built on a light and modular chassis, allowing it to meet multiple needs, both civil and military, as well as being remotely controlled.

All critical systems are architected to provide an extremely high level of redundancy and safety: propulsion, control, power supply etc.

Zapata is now looking for 25 brave volunteers to test this new craft. Franky Zapata, 43, originally announced plans to create a flying car that could travel on roads as well as in the air. However, the JetRacer is actually more like a sophisticated version of his hoverboard — with the distinct advantage that the pilot has a seat.

JetRacer by Franky Zapata can reach up to 3,000 meters of altitude. The flying vehicle with no visible propellers can access steep terrains, while flying in strong and turbulent winds. In the civilian sector, the JetRacer will be used for aerial demonstrations, leisure, and for transport of specific materials. In the military or civil security sector, JetRacer will offer rapid mobility in special operations, reconnaissance and surveillance flights, plus quick access to boats.

JETRACER FEATURES:
Altitude: 3000 METRES*.
Speed: 250 KM/H*.
Maximum number of turbines: 10
Maximum carrying capacity: 200 KG
*Performances envisaged

DEVICES FOR SAFETY:
Multi-level redundancy :
Propulsion: 10 isolated turbines. Loss of 2 engines possible without consequence on the flight.
Control system
Fuel system and power supply
Redundant electrical control for each motor
Steering assistance.

Flyboard Air has achieved the dream of all men

May 4, 2016May 4, 2016 by Editorial Team

Farthest flight by hoverboard achieved on 30th April 2016 by Zapata Racing’s Franky Zapata.

The French jet ski champion Franky Zapata, the man who invented the jet-powered Flyboard Air, has achieved the dream of all men. The Jet-powered prototype Flyboard Air set a world record for farthest hoverboard flight. Zapata flew his hoverboard for 2,252 meters (7,388 feet) with an average speed of 50-60km/h over Sausset-Les-Pins (south of France) sea shore.

The innovation Flyboard Air tested by Franky Zapata is an independent propulsion Unit representing 4 years of hard work for a result exceeding all records: an autonomous flight up to 10,000 feet, a top speed of 150km/h (93,2 mph), and 10 min autonomy.

Although the UFO is still in prototype phase and won’t be on the market in 2016, it has exactly the same behavior as the ESH Flyboard Pro Series.

Those who wants to feel the thrill, or pending the governmental approval, can discover Zapata Racing products: Flyboard Pro Series , Hoverboard by ZR, and Jetpack by ZR that allow you to fly safely over the water.

ArcaBoard, a 21st-century flying carpet. The first revolutionary breakthrough in motion since the bicycle, automobile, and airplane

March 31, 2016March 23, 2016 by Editorial Team

We are always dreaming of total freedom of movement, total freedom of travel. For the first time in history, every person will be able to fly whenever they want, wherever they want with an electric powered flying machine called Arcaboard. ArcaBoard represents the first revolutionary breakthrough in motion since the bicycle, automobile, and airplane. It was created by ARCA Space – an aerospace company established in Las Cruces, New Mexico, whose main objective is the exploration of space.

The electric powered flying carpet with 272 horsepower and 203,000 watts of installed power is the most powerful and lightest personal vehicle ever created, say its creators.

“ArcaBoard represents a revolution in motion. For the last 17 years we have developed aerospace technologies that looked to the sky. We took our knowledge and applied it to everyone’s dreams. Dreams of flying,” said Dumitru Popescu, CEO of ARCA Space Corporation. ArcaBoard is built from composite materials, it has a length of 145x76x15 cm (57x30x6 inches) and a weight of 82 kg (180 lbs). This technology allows a person with a weight up to 110 kg (243 lbs) to be able to fly.

The vehicle is able to fly up to 30 cm (1 ft) and with speeds up to 20 km/h (12.5 mph) and the overall performance is limited by the onboard sensors. The maximum endurance is 6 minutes, but with the ArcaDock accessory the user can be back in action in 35 minutes.

The ArcaBoard — the first ever flying hover board – will be unveiled to the public in a world exclusive on April 14th at Top Marques Monaco 2016, the ‘ultimate luxury car show’. Visitors will be able to see the revolutionary vehicle in action and take one home for 14,900 USD.

“This groundbreaking and green technological innovation creates an entirely new transportation sector which runs entirely on electric energy. Launching it in Monaco mirrors the values of this state as a beacon in the green movement,” said Popescu.

The groundbreaking invention is one of dozens of cutting-edge exhibits to be showcased at the 13th edition of Top Marques from April 14th to 17th in the Grimaldi Forum.