“Anduril Founder Receives First-Ever Delivery of Jetson ONE Personal Flying Vehicle”
Jetson, a leading personal aviation company, has delivered its first-ever delivery of the Jetson ONE to renowned entrepreneur and defence-tech innovator, Palmer Luckey, Founder of Oculus and Anduril Industries, reports a press release.
The release says, “This historic milestone marks the beginning of Jetson’s global rollout and a bold leap forward in personal aviation. The Jetson ONE unit was delivered to a facility in Carlsbad, California, where company Founder and CTO, Tomasz Patan and CEO Stephan D’haene, assisted in person with the unboxing and pre-flight checks.”
Luckey, an experienced aviator, had already completed the ground training, which took as little as 50 minutes prior to taking the controls for his first low-altitude flights. This is a time record, demonstrating a unique understanding of advanced technologies.
Stephan D’haene, CEO of Jetson, remarked, “This delivery is more than a milestone – it’s a statement. Launching our first Jetson ONE with Palmer Luckey, a visionary who has reshaped both consumer and defence technology, sets the tone for what Jetson represents: innovation, freedom, and the future of mobility.”
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The flight training was concluded with the handover of the Jetson ‘pilot-wings’, an exclusive endorsement for pilots.
Tomasz Patan, Founder and CTO of Jetson, commented, “Originally scheduled for early 2023, the delivery took a bit longer than anticipated. We were very transparent throughout the process and Palmer appreciated the updates.”
The release continues, “With additional deliveries planned across the U.S and Europe, Jetson is accelerating toward a future where flying is as accessible as driving. The company plans to continue expanding its U.S presence with additional deliveries and training sessions scheduled in the coming months.
On offer is the Jetson ONE Founders Edition, limited to just 100 units worldwide and based on the top-of-the-line two-tone white and carbon configuration.
The flying craft includes premium features such as front and rear LED lighting, leather upholstery, snap-lock removable batteries with built-in gauges, and an expanded instrument cluster with a Founders Edition welcome screen.
This special edition is further distinguished by exclusive design elements, including a red swoosh line on the front fairings, a numbered plaque on the carbon headrest and a branded indoor cover.
Additional accessories include a carbon dolly for ground transportation, extra battery chargers with smart charging logic, sturdy battery box trolleys, and a transport kit with battery rail protectors, all tailored to enhance the ownership experience.
Founded in 2017, the company moved from Poland to Italy in 2022 where production has begun. Jetson has attracted over 515 customers with the first units being delivered this year. Currently the company is setting up its new HQ and expanding operations, including pilot training in California, USA.
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(Top image: Palmer Luckey helmeted and ready to go – credit: Jetson)
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