World's First 'Vertiport' Unveiled for Flying Car Racing
- tech360.tv
- Oct 9, 2024
- 2 min read
Airspeeder unveils world's first 'vertiport' for flying car racing. Collaboration with HOK brings futuristic design to life. Skydeck offers fans a 360° viewing experience of the airborne races.
This innovative design features a 360° Skydeck for spectators to witness the airborne action and retractable landing pads for flying race cars to refuel during the races.
The collaboration between Airspeeder and global architecture firm HOK has brought to life a futuristic vision that aims to revolutionise both the sport and spectator experience. The vertiport concept blends cutting-edge design with sustainability, offering a glimpse into the future of high-speed, sustainable mobility.
At the core of the vertiport is the Skydeck, a multi-functional hub positioned directly beneath the airborne racetrack. This unique setup provides fans with an unparalleled viewing experience, allowing them to witness every aspect of the race, from the starting grid to mid-race pit stops and the finish line, all from a single vantage point.
The modular design of the Skydeck enables easy expansion, ensuring that the facility can grow alongside the Airspeeder series. Initially designed to accommodate up to 10 teams and 20 Airspeeders, the structure can adapt to meet the evolving needs of the sport, keeping pace with its rapid development.
In addition to the Skydeck, the vertiport features an 'airside zone' equipped with retractable landing pads. These landing pads enable teams to make mid-race pit stops for battery changes, promoting fairness and efficiency in competition. While the vertiport remains a concept for now, it has already generated significant interest on social media, with users praising the cutting-edge design and futuristic approach to racing.
Airspeeder's vision for the vertiport represents a significant step in the evolution of the sport and the future of mobility. The company sees the modular vertiport not just as infrastructure planning but as a statement about the potential of eVTOL racing and the future of urban mobility at scale.
Airspeeder unveils world's first 'vertiport' for flying car racing
Collaboration with HOK brings futuristic design to life
Skydeck offers fans a 360° viewing experience of the airborne races
Source: DAILY MAIL