As you rightly point out, such machines are considered as boats and are regulated by Marine regulations and not aviation regulations. This results from an agreement between ICAO and IMO (International Maritime Organization)
Several are in development worldwide. One example is Regent Viceroy that has a seating capacity of 2+12 and is able of 300kmh and has a range of 300 km and is fully electric.
In my view, they have an interest for liaisons between coastal cities, or from mainland to an Island or inter-islands
Thank you for this interesting article Jennifer.
As you rightly point out, such machines are considered as boats and are regulated by Marine regulations and not aviation regulations. This results from an agreement between ICAO and IMO (International Maritime Organization)
Several are in development worldwide. One example is Regent Viceroy that has a seating capacity of 2+12 and is able of 300kmh and has a range of 300 km and is fully electric.
In my view, they have an interest for liaisons between coastal cities, or from mainland to an Island or inter-islands
I wish you a good weekend
Yves
Thank you for your comment! And additional information on the Regent Viceroy!
Wishing you a great weekend ahead!
Best,
Jennifer