Live out your 'Top Gun' dreams with Desert Aerospace’s new jet-powered gliders. These gliders have a retractable jet engine that allows for self takeoff. No more running off cliffs and crossing fingers.
The jet engine on Desert Aerospace’s gliders, according to its site, is a 45 pound PBS TJ-100 jet engine that can deliver 240 pounds of thrust. The engine folds into the glider once the plane hits its cruising altitude. There is no word yet on pricing.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Jet-powered Gliders
- The integration of jet engines into gliders for self takeoff has disruptive innovation potential in recreational aviation and transportation industries.
- Personal Aviation
- Jet-powered gliders offer personal aviation opportunities disrupting traditional forms of transportation and opening up new markets for aviation enthusiasts and adventurers.
- Retractable Technology
- The development and application of retractable jet engines in gliders can lead to disruptive innovations in the aviation industry for more efficient and versatile air travel.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Aviation Manufacturing
- Companies in aviation manufacturing can capitalize on the trend of jet-powered gliders by expanding their productlines to cater to recreational and personal aviation markets.
- Recreational Aviation
- The recreational aviation industry can take advantage of the trend in jet-powered gliders by offering new experiences for individuals and groups who are passionate about aviation.
- Adventure Tourism
- The integration of jet engines into gliders can create opportunities for adventure tourism businesses to provide unique experiences for thrill-seekers and aviation enthusiasts.
