Imagine a Formula One race but instead of roaring engines on asphalt tracks, sleek personal aircraft zoom through the air. This futuristic vision became reality with the Jetson Air Games held at the 2025 UP.Summit, an exclusive gathering for transportation industry investors. This event, dubbed “Formula One of the skies” by organizers Jetson, showcased four Jetson One vehicles competing in a thrilling aerial race.
These eVTOL aircraft (electric vertical takeoff and landing), resembling futuristic flying cars more than helicopters, are designed for single-person use. While currently not requiring a pilot’s license in the United States, they do present an exciting leap forward in personal air transportation.
Footage from the event captured the Jetson Ones hovering gracefully 20 feet above the ground as they maneuvered around cones and zipped across both grassy fields and tarmac. This isn’t mere science fiction; it’s a glimpse into a future where private aviation could become more accessible.
Each Jetson One weighs approximately 120 pounds, boasts a top speed of 63 mph, and can ascend to 1,500 feet. While their maximum flight time is limited to 20 minutes on a single charge, the technology allows them to take off vertically like helicopters before transitioning into more efficient forward flight.
Jetson claims the Jetson One prioritizes safety with features like a radar-sensing automatic landing system, redundancy in motor systems, and an emergency ballistic parachute designed for rapid deployment. These safeguards are crucial considering the inherent risks of personal aircraft operation.
While the Jetson One might seem like a sudden arrival, it builds on decades of research into eVTOLs. NASA’s 2009 “Puffin” project served as an early concept proving that compact personal aircraft could be feasible. Although never mass-produced, Puffin paved the way for advancements like those seen in the Jetson One.
Jetson isn’t alone in pushing the boundaries of eVTOL technology. Companies around the world are racing to make personal air travel a reality. Ehang, based in China, received approval for mass-producing autonomous eVTOL taxis in 2024. Supernal, a subsidiary of Hyundai, began flight testing its four-passenger air taxi in 2025. Even industry giants like Honda and Airbus are actively developing their own eVTOL concepts.
The Jetson One is currently available for pre-order at nearly $150,000 (excluding taxes and fees), with deliveries slated for 2028. This price point suggests that widespread adoption might still be some years away, but the Jetson Air Games serve as a clear signal: the future of personal flight might be closer than we think.
