The World’s First Airbike Has Arrived — See How It Lifts Off The Ground

Picture yourself gliding above treetops on a sleek, jet-powered machine that looks like a motorbike but floats and flies with just a push of the throttle. It may sound like something out of Star Wars or a futuristic video game, but this is no longer fiction. The world’s first Airbike is now a reality — and it’s challenging everything we once believed about personal transport.
Say Hello to the Volonaut Airbike
This flying motorbike, created by Volonaut — a startup connected to the team behind Jetson Aero — is a real-life wonder that seems like it came straight from a sci-fi movie. It’s a personal eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) craft that combines a forward-thinking design with strong propulsion and the ability to take off vertically, making it a standout in the evolving world of personal air travel.
What Exactly Is the Volonaut Airbike?
The Airbike is a small, single-rider flying vehicle designed to give the rider the freedom of flying through open air without needing wings, propellers, or even a runway. It doesn’t resemble a regular plane or drone. Instead, it acts and feels more like a bike that floats and flies using powerful jet engines.
Although the makers haven’t released all the technical details yet, early footage and reports suggest that it features:
- Twin or four jet engines that provide both lift and forward motion
- A smooth, futuristic design that looks like something from a sci-fi film
- Advanced stability systems for safe flight
- A lightweight frame likely made from carbon fibre or aircraft-grade aluminium
- Controls similar to a joystick or motorcycle handles
- A power system that could be battery-powered or hybrid, offering around 15 to 20 minutes of flight
How Does It Work: Mixing Jet Propulsion with Everyday Travel
The Airbike doesn’t rely on exposed propellers like most drones. Instead, it seems to use small jet turbines or enclosed fan engines built into its body. These systems provide enough power to lift the rider and keep them stable mid-air.
The rider controls the bike using handlebars, much like a VTOL jetpack. It comes equipped with AI-powered stability support to help balance in windy or unstable conditions, making it easier for beginners to use.
And since it runs on electric or hybrid energy, the Airbike is both quieter and cleaner than petrol-powered machines, with minimal noise and no direct pollution.
The Jetson Link: Who’s Behind the Machine
Volonaut was born from the engineers at Jetson Aero, the Swedish company that made waves with the Jetson ONE — a flying pod that offered short flights and looked like a drone you could ride.
The Jetson ONE drew global attention between 2022 and 2023 for bringing the dream of flying cars closer to everyday people. Now, the Airbike builds on that excitement but seems focused more on thrill-lovers, luxury consumers, and daring individuals ready to take to the skies.
What Makes the Airbike Truly Stand Out?
This machine doesn’t just drive — it floats, climbs, and soars, without relying on roads, traffic, or the usual noise. It provides a new form of personal travel that feels adventurous and futuristic.
Here’s why it matters:
- Making Flight More Personal:
While helicopters and light aircraft need licences, runways, or serious training, the Airbike might one day be flown with very little paperwork — possibly like hobby drones, depending on how laws evolve. - Technology That Feels Like the Future:
This is not a toy or fan-powered hoverboard. It’s real jet propulsion technology compacted into something you can ride like a motorbike. - Eco-Friendly and Space-Saving:
If it runs on electric batteries or hydrogen, the Airbike could operate without emissions — and it won’t need roads, parking garages, or fuel stations beyond a charging point. - Useful in Tough Situations:
Future versions of the Airbike could be used in emergencies, military missions, wildlife exploration, or by journalists — offering fast access to places that cars or drones can’t reach.
Challenges to Overcome: We’re Not There Yet
As much as the Airbike sounds like a dream, it’s still a work in progress. There are key obstacles:
- Short Flight Duration:
At the moment, it can only fly for 15 to 20 minutes — which limits its use to brief trips or testing. It will need better battery tech or new fuel sources to go further. - Expensive Price Tag:
With an expected cost near $92,000 (like the Jetson ONE), it will remain a luxury product for now, not a daily transport option. - Strict Airspace Laws:
Most countries don’t yet allow people to fly personal aircraft without proper licensing. Adoption of the Airbike depends on changes to airspace laws and safety standards. - Needs Training:
Despite the tech that helps keep it balanced, learning to fly the Airbike will require training and awareness. It’s not as simple as riding a bicycle.
How Soon Before It Goes Mainstream?
The Airbike is like the early days of smartphones or electric cars — amazing but rare and pricey at first. But it’s a sign of what the future holds. As batteries improve, prices drop, and flight laws adjust, we might soon see:
- Flying motorbike tours in tourist hotspots
- Competitions or races for airbikes
- Flying parks in cities where people can test them safely
- Emergency teams using flight-ready bikes
Firms like Volonaut, Jetson, XPENG, and Alef Aeronautics are all working to make personal air travel a normal part of daily life. The Airbike is just one of many exciting machines likely to follow.
Final Thoughts
The Volonaut Airbike is more than a new kind of bike — it’s a fresh chapter in transportation. It takes something we already know and lifts it off the ground, literally.
Though it’s still early days, its arrival proves that personal flight is no longer just a fantasy. It’s real, it’s happening, and the sky is no longer the limit.
Fasten your seatbelt — the airways are about to get crowded.
Watch the full test flight video below to see the Volonaut Airbike in action