ASKA A5: The Game-Changing eVTOL That Drives, Flies, and Charges Like an EV

The ASKA A5 isn’t just another flying car concept – it’s the world’s first FAA-certified, road-drivable eVTOL SUV entering production in 2026. This groundbreaking vehicle combines the practicality of an electric SUV with true vertical takeoff capability, offering unprecedented freedom in personal transportation.

🚀 Technical Specifications: By the Numbers

Powertrain & Performance

• Hybrid-electric system: 85 kWh battery + gasoline range extender

• Total power output: 600 kW (804 hp)

• Flight endurance: 3 hours (250 miles/400 km)

• Road range: 200 miles (320 km)

• Max flight speed: 150 mph (240 km/h)

• Cruise speed: 120 mph (193 km/h)

• Service ceiling: 8,000 ft (2,400 m)

• Max takeoff weight: 3,850 lbs (1,746 kg)

Battery & Charging System

• Battery type: Lithium-ion NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt)

• Capacity: 85 kWh (72 kWh usable)

• Charging options:

  • Level 2 (11 kW): 0-100% in 7.5 hours

  • DC Fast Charge (150 kW): 20-80% in 35 minutes

  • Gasoline range extender adds 150+ miles of flight

• Battery life: 2,000 cycles (approx. 10 years)

• Wireless charging: Optional induction pad system

💰 Pricing & Ownership Costs

• Base price: $789,000

• Reservation deposit: $5,000 (refundable)

• Expected annual maintenance: $25,000

• Insurance estimate: $15,000/year

• Optional upgrades:

  • Premium interior package: +$45,000

  • Extended warranty (5 years): +$35,000

  • Night vision system: +$18,000

🛠️ Exterior Design & Dimensions

Vehicle Configuration

Key Exterior Features

• Carbon fiber composite airframe

• Retractable wing system (automated unfolding in 90 seconds)

• Eight lift rotors (six for VTOL, two for cruise)

• Aerodynamic wheel covers for road efficiency

• LED lighting system with aviation position lights

• Rain-sensing wipers with hydrophobic coating

🛋️ Interior & Cockpit

Seating & Cabin

• 4-passenger capacity (1 pilot + 3 passengers)

• Executive seating package with massage function

• 17.3″ touchscreen infotainment system

• Heads-up display with augmented reality

• Noise-canceling cabin (45 dB at cruise)

• Climate control with CO₂ monitoring

Avionics & Controls

• Garmin G3000 integrated flight deck

• Triple-redundant fly-by-wire system

• Collision avoidance radar (5-mile range)

• Emergency auto-land system

• Voice command controls for both driving/flying

⚡ Charging & Refueling

Energy Management

Real-World Usage Scenarios

1. Daily commute (50 miles): 3 days of electric-only operation

2. Weekend getaway (200 miles): Single charge + minimal range extender

3. Emergency flight: Instant VTOL capability with mixed power

📅 Production Timeline & Availability

• Q3 2024: Final FAA certification expected

• Q1 2025: Production prototype testing

• Q3 2026: First customer deliveries

• 2027: Planned production ramp to 1,000 units/year

🔧 Maintenance & Support

• 200-hour inspection intervals

• Mobile service teams in major metro areas

• Remote diagnostics via 5G connectivity

• FAA-approved maintenance centers: Initial 12 locations in US

🛑 Challenges & Considerations

1. Regulatory compliance: Varies by country/state

2. Noise levels: 78 dB during takeoff (comparable to small helicopter)

3. Parking requirements: Needs 20×20 ft clear area for wing extension

4. Training requirements: 50 hours minimum flight training

🔮 The Future of ASKA Technology

• 2028: Planned autonomous flight mode

• 2030: Hydrogen fuel cell variant in development

• 2032: Potential air taxi service integration