Jetson ONE Introduces a New Era of Personal Flight

After years of regulatory groundwork, it seems the future has arrived, though you might need to travel a bit to hop on board.

In September 2025, Palmer Lackey became the first prominent buyer of Jetson ONE, a personal aircraft that looks like it popped right out of a sci-fi film.

He strapped in and took off in an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which essentially means it operates like a helicopter during takeoff and landing.

Just under a year later, its maker, The Jetsons, referred to it as a contemporary “flying car” and received approval for private use in Italy.

Last week, The Jetsons celebrated a significant milestone: it received an official ultralight identification number, making it the first eVTOL of its kind in Italy. This classification indicates that these vehicles won’t be treated as experimental anymore. Instead, they follow the same guidelines that govern spacecraft.

The Jetson ONE boasts eight electric motors, enabling flight for up to 20 minutes using lithium-ion batteries. It can reach speeds of 103 mph and can accommodate a pilot weighing up to 210 pounds.

To operate the aircraft, pilots need to obtain an ultralight aircraft license and a medical certificate in Italy.

According to Aero Club Pavullo, which operates under Aero Club Italia, aspiring pilots must complete around 32 hours of theoretical classes, typically two hours per week, before they can earn a license. Additionally, a fitness certificate and 16 hours of actual flight time are required. Students need to be at least 16 years of age, and the entire course costs approximately $4,274.

Jetson reported that it has received over 680 pre-orders for the Jetson ONE, with an initial down payment of $8,000 on the aircraft, priced at $148,000.

Stephane Dahne, the CEO, expressed a sense of pride: “Over the past three years, we have worked tirelessly to develop the Italian market, paving the way for Europeans to enjoy the thrill of personal flight.”

Dahne also noted their collaboration with the Italian Aviation Club to create a clear pathway for private vehicles within current regulations, which simplifies the sales process and grants the Jetson ONE full ultralight privileges.

Tomas Patan, the founder, emphasized that the vehicle helps in bridging the gap between fantasy and reality, declaring, “Flying cars are here, and Jetson ONE is the first step toward that goal.”

The company has trained more than 85 pilots and has carefully monitored flight data, reassuring regulators about the safety of their systems.