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USAF Jump-starts Flying Car Industry

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Air Force Kick Starts Flying Car Industry Source:  Sabrewing Rhaegal  Launches Agility Prime Open Competition The US Air Force is kick starting the flying car industry.  It wants thirty flying car vehicle models by 2030.  To achieve its goals, the Air Force is launching an open challenge to the flying car industry, called Agility Prime.  USAF Assistant Director Dr. Will Roper says there are multiple companies in a position to win the competition and deliver.  Specifically, the Air Force wants EVTOLs or electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles. Virtual Kickoff The Air Force launched the program with a virtual news conference announcement.  They want to innovate flying car vehicles for both the military and the driving/flying public.  Their approach is through collaboration with investors, the industry and "interagency" partners. Multiple Types and Designs Dr. Roper wants multiple designs such as large flying vehicles for cargo and sma