Alef Aeronautics, a U.S.-based pioneer in sustainable mobility, has begun production of the Alef Model A Ultralight, the world’s first commercially viable flying car, set to hit the market in early 2026.
The Model A is a fully electric, road-legal vehicle capable of vertical takeoff and landing, blending cutting-edge aviation technology with everyday driving convenience. Crafted at Alef’s Silicon Valley facility, the early units are meticulously hand-built, with a presale price set at $300,000.
On the ground, the Model A operates like a conventional electric car, powered by four compact motors—one in each wheel. In flight, a series of powerful propellers surrounding the driver’s seat lift the vehicle into the air, allowing it to cruise at 110 miles per hour (177 km/h). At just 385 kg, the Model A qualifies as an ultralight "low-speed vehicle," restricted to 25 mph on public roads, while delivering a two-seater configuration.
The vehicle boasts a ground range of 200 miles (321 km) and an aerial range of 110 miles, with intuitive controls designed for quick learning, enabling operation in as little as 15 minutes.
Alef Aeronautics has already received 3,500 pre-orders, representing $1 billion in potential sales, signaling a strong market appetite for the next generation of personal mobility. With the Model A, Alef positions itself at the forefront of a new era where the boundaries between cars and aircraft are rapidly blurring.
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