Back in 2007, we reported about the amphibian Akoya
airplane from LISA
Airplanes that has been designed to fly from airstrip to yacht to ski slope
with ease. The update is this: LISA airplanes have now started taking orders for
it with an initial deposit of 10,000 euros. The delivery date is not yet
disclosed which actually kept us from including this wonder-aircraft in our Christmas Gift
Guide, but it seems perfect for the yacht owners. The company has recently
announced its partnership with Danish Yachts, with an
aim toward combining superyachts and light aircraft to expand their horizons.
Akoya’s aircraft features retractable wheels and retractable skis to enable you
the freedom of landing at your properties.
The combination of a rigid carbon wing and a flexible textile flap allows the
craft to take off and land in less than 330 feet, while ensuring the highest
cruising speeds. “The AKOYA also uses another patented innovation from LISA
Airplanes. The combination of two hydrofoils in the shape of an inverted V and
retractable landing gear make for performance over and above classic water
planes. The hydrofoils, combined with the high lift of the Ri&Flex Wing,
lift the fuselage out of the water at very low speed and dispense with the need
for a step or fairing. This allows the plane to accelerate and take off over
short distances. This system of hydrofoils enables the fuselage to be very
aerodynamic, making the Akoya the first plane to be both agile in water and fast
in the air.” Stowe the Akoya on to your yacht... or easily park it in a hangar.