Several days after the body was taken out of the cocoon (jig that held the components in place while all were bonded together), we had another look at the body. Composite Approach builders had done...
The Switchblade body was assembled inside what we called 'the cocoon', which is a fixture or jig that keeps the skins in perfect position during the bonding process. This has been ongoing for over...
The last post ended off talking about 3D printing, so I would like to pick it up at that point. We printed the first half of the hand throttle, which will be used during flight. It was easier for us...
Apologies for not posting more update news. We have been busy! Here is what I can tell you. All of the molds for the body are completed, and the engineering re-evaluation of the structures for the...
A pilot friend of mine introduced me to the concept of ‘Get-there-itis’. It is a made up term for a condition where a private pilot has a very strong desire to get to their destination, which may...
Having been to Alaska several times, with only the old fashioned means of transportation, I would like to paint a picture for you of what it could have been like in a flying car. First off, for...
We recently had a visit from our Marketing Advisor, Barry Jay (left in above image). Among other things, Barry took part in a 'work in progress' presentation and demonstration of the fly-by-wire...
When it comes to business travel, there’s always discussion about how much your time is worth, and how to reduce stress and increase efficiency. Most people like to choose how they spend their...
