Rudy Heeman and his flying hovercraft was the subject of a Trend Hunter find back in October 2007, so we thought you’d like to know there’s a new development: The flying hovercraft is for sale.
Heeman, an inventive New Zealander has spent the last 13 years perfecting his flying hovercraft, or more correctly, ‘wing in ground effect’ vehicle. The vehicle can fly about 140 miles after taking off, though the optimal flight altitude is less than 6 feet from the ground—it’s probably best flown over water.
The flying hovercraft auction will help fund Heeman’s other inventive (and secret) projects.
Flying Hovercraft Auctions (UPDATE)
Rudy Heeman Puts Invention Up for Sale
Trend Themes
1. Flying Hovercraft Technology - There is a trend in the development of flying hovercraft technology, offering disruptive innovation opportunities in transportation and leisure industries.
2. Wing in Ground Effect Vehicles - The rise of wing in ground effect vehicles presents disruptive innovation opportunities in aviation and maritime industries.
3. Personal Flying Vehicles - The sale of a flying hovercraft highlights the trend of personal flying vehicles, opening up disruptive innovation opportunities in the aerospace and recreational industries.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - The development of flying hovercraft technology can disrupt the transportation industry by offering faster and more flexible modes of travel.
2. Leisure - The emergence of wing in ground effect vehicles creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the leisure industry, offering unique and thrilling experiences for consumers.
3. Aviation - The trend of wing in ground effect vehicles presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the aviation industry, potentially revolutionizing short distance flights.
4. Maritime - The integration of wing in ground effect vehicles can disrupt the maritime industry by providing efficient and cost-effective water travel options.
5. Aerospace - The development of personal flying vehicles signifies disruptive innovation opportunities in the aerospace industry, paving the way for new forms of personal transportation.
6. Recreational - The availability of personal flying vehicles presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the recreational industry, allowing consumers to explore new aerial activities and experiences.