Alef Aeronautics launches the first electric flying car, Model A, hand‑built in Silicon Valley. Discover its specs and pre‑order now!
Silicon Valley has taken a bold step into the skies. Alef Aeronautics, a U.S. startup focused on electric aviation, has started hand‑building the first batch of its Model A ultralight – the world’s inaugural road‑legal electric flying car.
Hand‑Built Production in Silicon Valley
Each Model A is assembled in Alef’s boutique factory tucked in the heart of the Valley. The process blends robotic precision with skilled craftsmanship, meaning a single vehicle can take several months to complete. This hybrid approach lets the engineering team meticulously check every component before moving toward full‑scale automated manufacturing.
Pioneer Customer Program
A select group of early adopters will receive the first units for real‑world testing under tightly controlled conditions. Alef provides these pioneers with comprehensive training, compliance guidance, and ongoing maintenance support. Feedback gathered from this phase will shape the final production line and help fine‑tune the vehicle’s software and hardware.
Why Model A Stands Apart
Unlike conventional cars, Model A can take off and fly vertically. And unlike most eVTOL aircraft, it is certified to drive on public roads without needing a dedicated runway or heli‑pad. The vehicle runs entirely on electricity, delivering a cleaner transport option with lower energy consumption per trip than Tesla EVs, other electric cars, and current eVTOL designs.
Performance and Safety Specs
- Driving range: 354 km (220 miles)
- Flying range: 177 km (110 miles)
- All‑enclosed cabin with articulated joints for smooth transition between road and air modes
- Distributed electric thrust system and multi‑layer redundancy
- Advanced diagnostics, obstacle‑avoidance, glide‑landing capability, and a dedicated parachute for emergency descent
Pricing and the Road Ahead
Model A is now available for pre‑order at $300,000. Alef’s long‑term vision includes Model Z – a four‑seat sedan expected in 2035, priced around $35,000, with a 321‑km flight range and 643‑km driving range, featuring autonomous flight capabilities.
Industry Context
According to industry analyst Interesting Engineering, the introduction of a fully road‑legal electric flying car could reshape personal mobility, bridging the gap between ground vehicles and vertical‑takeoff aircraft. Alef’s pioneering effort places the United States at the forefront of this emerging sector.
Stay tuned as Alef continues to refine its technology and bring the dream of everyday flying cars closer to reality.