# Insect-Inspired Watercrafts Sailing Aircraft by Yelken Octuri Can Soar in the Sky or Sail By Elsa Blaine | Published 2010-07-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sailing-aircraft-yelken-octuri References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/sailing-aircraft-raises-its-wings-to-offer-a-luxury-sail-on-the-waves/) & [octuri](http://www.octuri.com/en/aircraft-of-the-future/sailing-aircraft/) Affectionately named the “Sailing Aircraft,” this hybrid concept vehicle by Yelken Octuri can [fly four passengers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-flight) in comfort, land on water, raise its wings, and transform into a [sailing vessel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rand-roamer-29-boat). As its dragonfly-like wings rise, two side pods stabilize the craft to navigate its way through the water. The bottom sections of the hatch then open to create a small deck. Imagine flying to a secluded river or lake, then enjoying an evening sail. After some snacks, raise the side panels, drop the wings and let the Recchia & Husser engine-powered [dual propellers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/propel-kit) lift you skyward to enjoy the sunset. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid Concept Vehicles:** The development of hybrid concept vehicles like the Sailing Aircraft presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in transportation and travel. - **Water-based Transportation:** The integration of water-based travel options, such as transformable sailing vessels, opens up avenues for disruptive innovation in leisure, tourism, and exploration. - **Multifunctional Vehicles:** The rise of multifunctional vehicles that seamlessly transition between different modes of transportation presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in mobility and convenience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore the potential of hybrid concept vehicles to revolutionize how people travel. - **Leisure and Tourism:** Leisure and tourism industries can capitalize on the emergence of water-based transportation options that offer unique and exhilarating experiences to travelers. - **Engineering and Design:** The engineering and design industries can play a crucial role in developing multifunctional vehicles that prioritize both functionality and aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seafaring Sky Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airyacht.md) - [Wind-Powered Flying Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-flying-car.md) - [Hydrodynamic Avian-Inspired Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wakinyan-catamaran-yacht.md) - [Hydrofoil-Equipped Yacht Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alte-volare-yacht-tender.md) - [Helium-Filled Airship Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-yacht.md) - [Aircraft-Like Hydrofoil Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiler-sl3.md) - [Luxury Electric Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arosa-hovercraft.md) - [Hybrid Propulsion Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluyt-yacht-concept.md) - [Road-Legal Flying Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchblade-1.md)