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by byw 2163 days ago
This type of vehicle could be a game-changer for emergency response and rescue though.
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Helicopters and ambulances are already pretty good at that. This vehicle seems to have some added restrictions (like landing capabilities) which would make it less good.

Helicopters are really expensive to operate though, so perhaps this vehicle could fit in if frequent flights would have to be made to a place without a road connection, such as to provide an emergency relief after big disaster.

Where it could be a game-changer is transporting people and light cargo in rural communities with limited infrastructure, such as East Congo or Greenland.