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Terrafugia TF-X Press Release - May06 - 2013-WEBSITE PDF
Terrafugia TF-X Press Release - May06 - 2013-WEBSITE PDF
This is the right time for us to begin thinking about the future of the company beyond Transition development, says Terrafugia CEO/CTO Carl Dietrich, We are passionate about continuing to lead the creation of a flying car industry and are dedicating resources to lay the foundations for our vision of personal transportation. Terrafugias design team is excited to be looking ahead to TF-X development activities as the Transition program shifts from research and development to certification, production, and customer support activities. The Transition serves as a Proof of Process for TF-X development and commercialization through the many technical, regulatory, and usage challenges it has overcome. By directly addressing congestion and other transportation challenges currently being faced internationally, widespread adoption of vehicles like the Transition and TF-X could result in significant economic benefits and personal time savings. Preliminary conversations with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about the TF-X concept have demonstrated their willingness to consider innovative technologies and regulatory solutions that are in the public interest and enhance the level of safety of personal aviation. Terrafugia is excited to be nearing production of the Transition and continuing to push the envelope of personal transportation. Dietrich adds, Terrafugia is about increasing the level of safety, simplicity, and convenience of aviation. TF-X is an opportunity to provide the world with a new dimension of personal freedom! Terrafugia (terra-FOO-gee-ah), based in Woburn, MA, is a growing aerospace company founded by pilotengineers from MIT and supported by a world-class network of advisors and investors. The company name is Latin for escape the earth. Terrafugias mission is to build practical flying cars. More information is available at www.DrivenToFly.com High resolution images and video can be requested by emailing us at press@terrafugia.com. *****