Gallery: Here’s an Idea: Give Special Forces Some Flying Motorcycles
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The Zaxon is a conceptual tactical vehicle for deploy special forces on the ground.
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The size of a standard touring motorcycle, the single-seat Zaxon would use two larger engines up front, and two smaller ones in back.
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Two jet nozzles would help with lateral stability, making small adjustments when necessary.
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An onboard flying system would help stabilize the vehicle automatically, although the pilot would need to be trained to properly feel the bike and learn how to react to its movements.
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Like with many military vehicles, the Zaxon would cost tens of millions of dollars to develop, so a government arm like Darpa would be best equipped to make it reality.
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But once it exists, if costs come down, the nonmilitary types might be able to enjoy a civilian version.
