The dream of owning your own fighter jet can become a reality with the Saker S-1, which is set to be deliverable to consumer buyers in 2019. Capable of almost reaching Mach 1 speeds (it caps out at .99), the Saker S-1 will surprisingly not require military training in order to operate it; a standard pilots license will grant those who can afford the $5-million price tag clearance for takeoff.
The Saker S-1 is essentially a more simplified version of a military grade jet because, as it stands, it likely wouldn't be the best idea to provide consumers with jets capable of supersonic speeds and maneuvers. The Saker S-1 can be outfitted with an emergency ejector seat if things go wrong while in-flight.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Personal Fighter Jets
- The Saker S-1 allows consumers to own their own fighter jet without requiring military training.
- Consumer Aviation
- The Saker S-1 disrupts the aviation industry by offering a simplified version of a military grade jet to consumers.
- Accessible Luxury
- The Saker S-1 provides an opportunity for affluent individuals to experience the thrill of flying a fighter jet.
Where This Applies
- Aerospace
- The Saker S-1 introduces a new market segment for aerospace companies by catering to consumer demand for personal fighter jets.
- Recreational Aviation
- The Saker S-1 opens up a new market in the recreational aviation industry by making fighter jet flying more accessible to non-military individuals.
- Luxury Goods
- The Saker S-1 taps into the luxury goods industry by offering a high-end, exclusive experience of owning a personal fighter jet.
