top | item 36381592

(no title)

antipotoad | 2 years ago

Flights are within a geofence, overseen by flight crew who can take over remotely at any time. Still surprising no license is required.

discuss

order

newaccount74|2 years ago

Sounds more like an amusement park ride than flying an aircraft.

bentcorner|2 years ago

It does seem like that.

> Check in at the LIFT location coming soon to your city. Before your first flight, you'll sign a waiver and watch our orientation and safety videos.

> ...

> When in Beginner mode, you will go through an on-screen tutorial - learning maneuvers just like in the simulator. After the tutorial, you will be free to fly around the designated, geofenced flight area for the remainder of your 8-15 minute flight. Build flight experience and unlock Sport and Group flying modes.

edit:

Looks like this is just their 1st step: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYKs0k7LCM8