The Skyward Dream: Innovations in Personal Air Travel

This chapter chronicles the journey of a Canadian inventor driven by a lifelong passion for aviation, striving to create an easy-to-fly single-seat vehicle. It explores the burgeoning flying car industry, detailing investments from notable figures like Larry Page and discussing the potential for air taxis as an accessible mode of transport in urban settings. With a historical perspective on helicopter services and a focus on safety and design, the chapter envisions a future where air travel becomes commonplace for both the affluent and average families.