I-TEC Maverick

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I-TEC Maverick paraglider-based flying car , 2012

The I-TEC Maverick is a paraglider-based flying car that is equipped with four wheels as a car e.g. B. can be approved in Florida. It was originally developed by the American missionary and technician Steve Saint for reaching remote areas in Ecuador and has been approved by the FAA as a light sport aircraft in the USA since September 28, 2010 . As of January 23, 2015, it costs around 83,400 euros in the US.

Versions and technical data

Parameter Maverick URVATV Maverick HPAV Maverick HPRATV Maverick XTRV
abbreviation Ultimate Roadable, All-Terrain, Aerial Vehicle High performance aerial vehicle High-performance, roadable, all-terrain vehicle Xtreme Roadable Vehicle
Basic characteristics Original model, all-terrain and airworthy no wheel drive, powerful aircraft all-terrain, major modifications necessary for flight, extremely off-road, not airworthy
crew 1 1 1 1
Passengers 1-2 1-2 1-2 2
Wing area Paraglider Paraglider if necessary paraglider no

See also

Web links

Individual evidence

  1. Properties of the I-TEC Maverick. mavericklsa.com, accessed on January 23, 2015 (English, manufacturer information).
  2. Kate Bolduan: Missionary builds flying car, FAA certifies it. (Text including photo and video) CNN , October 27, 2010, accessed on January 29, 2015 (English, online article).