Flying Cars Could Be A Reality Very Soon

For anyone that remembers watching "The Jetsons," the future was painted as a beautiful landscape where flying cars zipped through the sky, robots tended to every household need, and elaborate contraptions made everyday tasks a breeze. Now back in 1962 when the show came out, that future might have seemed a bit farfetched, but nowadays that future seems like more of a reality. We already have robots and machines to make our lives easier, but the flying cars have been lacking. Until now. With the creation of the new Jetson Law, flying cars could be a reality very soon. Jetson Law According to a report by Fox 9 - KMSP, the state of Minnesota has approved legislation to allow flying cars in the state beginning on August 1st. The new law, dubbed as the Jetsons law, formally categorizes a "roadable aircraft" as a vehicle capable of both flying and operating on public roads. The classification streamlines the registration procedure for these innovative dual-purpose vehicles, marking a significant step towards integrating advanced transportation technologies into everyday life. There will be some differences between the average motor vehicle and roadable aircrafts though. Instead of traditional license plates, drivers have the option to use a tail numbers, which is usually the identifier assigned to aircraft. While on the road, these vehicles will be treated as conventional cars. However, when these vehicles take flight, they must follow the regulations set by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Minnesota isn't the first state to enact a law allowing roadable aircrafts either. New Hampshire approved a similar bill back in 2021. As long as the machines pass their inspections with the FAA, their owners can pay a $2,000 registration fee for the right drive them to an airport on public roads, and take off in them. The Jetsons' creators may have predicted flying cars in 2062, but it seems we are a bit ahead of schedule. Would you be interested in buying a roadable aircraft? Source: Fox 9 - KMSP