# Stingray Water Planes Mobula Combines Cruise Ships and Passenger Air Planes By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-08-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobula-hybrid-vehicle References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/mobula-hybrid-vehicle-bridges-gap-between-cruise-ship-and-passenger-aircraft/) & [diseno-art](http://www.diseno-art.com/encyclopedia/strange_vehicles/mobula.html) The Mobula [hybrid vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-flight) brings together two very useful forms of transportation - the [cruise ship](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maritime-transportation-system) and the [air craft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-walkers). Mobula, named after a specific species of stingrays, can shoot itself out of the water by several meters, hovering and flying above it when necessary. It is also able to carry up to 1,000 passengers through 5 separate decks and 3 different classes. To top it all off, Mobula has TVs, underfloor storage, cushioned foot rests and snack vending machines in between the seats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Transportation:** The fusion of different modes of transportation, such as a cruise ship and an aircraft, presents opportunities for innovative hybrid vehicle designs. - **Water-to-air Mobility:** The development of water-to-air capable vehicles, like the Mobula, opens up possibilities for seamless travel between different terrains and enhanced passenger experiences. - **Multifunctional Passenger Vehicles:** The integration of various amenities, such as TVs, storage, and vending machines, within passenger vehicles indicates a trend towards creating more comfortable and convenient travel experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by experimenting with hybrid vehicle concepts that combine different modes of travel. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can leverage water-to-air mobility solutions, like the Mobula, to offer unique and enjoyable experiences for their customers. - **Entertainment and Hospitality:** The entertainment and hospitality industry can incorporate multifunctional amenities within their passenger vehicles to enhance the overall guest experience and differentiate from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic User-Centric Travel Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-volvo-space.md) - [Luxury Electric Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arosa-hovercraft.md) - [Wondrously Versatile Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-watercraft.md) - [Seafaring Sky Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airyacht.md) - [Aircraft-Like Hydrofoil Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiler-sl3.md) - [Road-Legal Flying Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchblade-1.md) - [Multifunctional Transport Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubblic-public.md) - [Semi-Amphibious Bus Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/estuary-hopper.md) - [Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosser-v1.md)