Signé Magazine
Browse
  • Horology
  • Automotive
  • Fashion
    • Accessories
    • Gear
    • Insider
  • Art & Design
  • Lifestyle
    • Dining
    • Grooming
    • Hotel & Spa
    • Property
    • Travel
  • More
    • Auctions
    • Philanthropy
Search
Signé Magazine
Signé Magazine
  • Horology
  • Automotive
  • Fashion
    • Accessories
    • Gear
    • Insider
  • Art & Design
  • Lifestyle
    • Dining
    • Grooming
    • Hotel & Spa
    • Property
    • Travel
  • More
    • Auctions
    • Philanthropy
  • Uncategorized

Aston Martin look to the skies for future luxury mobility

  • July 31, 2018
  • 2 minute read

The Volante Vision Concept is a luxury concept aircraft with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capabilities which aims to bring personal luxury transportation to the sky, and to demonstrate Aston Martin’s design ingenuity. Produced in partnership with Cranfield University, Cranfield Aerospace Solutions and Rolls-Royce plc, the concept unites the world’s best aerospace experts, propulsion specialists and designers.

Dr Andy Palmer, Aston Martin President and CEO, explaining the reasoning behind Aston Martin’s involvement in the project said, “with the population in urban areas continuing to grow, congestion in towns and cities will become increasingly demanding.  We need to look at alternative solutions to reduce congestion, cut pollution and improve mobility.”

“Air travel will be a crucial part in the future of transportation. The Volante Vision Concept is the ultimate luxury mobility solution. With Aston Martin and our ‘dream team’ of British innovation across industry and academia, we are positioned to change the future of transportation, giving our customers a new dimension of freedom.” – Dr Andy Palmer, Aston Martin President and CEO.

With room for three adults, the concept is a near-future study that previews a flying autonomous hybrid-electric vehicle for urban and inter-city air travel, providing fast, efficient and congestion free luxurious travel. It will take full advantage of the latest advances in aerospace, electrification and autonomous technologies, coupled with Aston Martin’s signature design.

“We are at the beginning of a new generation of urban transportation, vertical mobility is no longer a fantasy.  We have a unique chance to create a luxury concept aircraft that will represent the ultimate fusion of art and technology. We have used forms and proportions that express the same devotion to design, engineering and beauty that shape our cars.” – Marek Reichman, Aston Martin EVP and Chief Creative Officer.

Cranfield University is a specialist postgraduate university that has been at the forefront of aerospace technology research for 70 years.  They are the only university in Europe to own and run an airport, to have airline status, and have close commercial partnerships with several companies in the sector including Airbus, BAE Systems, Boeing and Rolls-Royce.

Professor Iain Gray, Director of Aerospace at Cranfield University said: “The Volante Vision Concept exemplifies Cranfield’s unique capabilities in digital aviation, autonomous systems and the electrification of aerospace, and is an excellent example of how the University combines cutting-edge research, academic rigour and real-world application.”

Related Topics
  • aston martin
  • Dr Andy Palmer
  • Marek Reichman
  • Volante Vision Concept
You May Also Like
MB&F LMSequentialEVO
View Post
  • Uncategorized

MB&F Legacy Machine Sequential EVO Sets Impressive Benchmarks

  • June 2, 2022
Theon Design
View Post
  • Uncategorized

A Peek Into Theon Design, UK’s Leading Classic 911 Restomod Specialist

  • May 30, 2022
Hublot Big Bang Samuel Ross
View Post
  • Uncategorized

The Limited-Edition Big Bang Tourbillon Samuel Ross

  • May 25, 2022
Ferrari BR20
View Post
  • Uncategorized

The One Of A Kind Ferrari BR20

  • November 14, 2021
Rolls Royce Black Series Ghost
View Post
  • Uncategorized

The Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost

  • November 13, 2021
2022 Mercedes-AMG SL
View Post
  • Uncategorized

The 2022 SL Becomes An AMG Only Model

  • November 11, 2021
Mercedes AMG GLB35
View Post
  • Uncategorized

GLB 35 4MATIC – AMG’s Latest Addition To Its “GL” Lineup

  • November 8, 2021
Bentley Mulliner Bacalar and Blower
View Post
  • Uncategorized

Bentley Mulliner Is Set To Deliver The First Bacalar And Blower Cars

  • November 1, 2021
FEATURED POSTS
  • The Crossing - Grand Master Chef Imtiaz Qureshi
    Master Chef Imtiaz Qureshi To Take Command At The Crossing In April
    • 30.03.23
    • 2 min
  • RM Sothebys Michael Schumacher Ferrari F1-2000 Chassis 198
    Michael Schumacher’s F1 Ferrari Is Up For Sale
    • 29.03.23
    • 5 min
  • Phillips x Bacs & Russo exhibition of last Qing Emperor Artefacts
    The Last Qing Emperor’s Artefacts, A Phillips Exhibition
    • 29.03.23
    • 4 min
  • Patek Philippe Grand Complications Sky Moon Tourbillon – Ref 6002G-001 sold at Christie's
    Patek Philippe ‘Sky Moon Tourbillon’ Breaks Record At Christie’s Online Sale
    • 28.03.23
    • 2 min
  • Breitling 6 New Premier Models 2023
    Breitling’s 6 New Premiers Celebrate 80 Years of The Historic Chronograph
    • 28.03.23
    • 4 min
Follow Us
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

Make your Inbox more interesting.

Every alternate week get a packaged update from the world of luxury. A newsletter tastefully curated by the 'Keepers of Craft', Signé Magazine.

Signé Magazine
  • Contact Us
Keepers of Craft

Input your search keywords and press Enter.