In 2004, the development and 'proof of concept' flights of the "CityHawk"at Urban Aeronautics of Tel Aviv, Isreal were completed.

Flight Testing the CityHawk

The"CityHawk" was able to carry two people, could take off and land vertically, and was estimated to be able to stay aloft for close to one hour. The maximum operating ceiling for the CityHawk was estimated at 8000 feet, with flight speeds of 80-90 knots.

The most significant feature of the CityHawk was its small footprint, merely 2.2 x 4.7 meters. This footprint is compatible with most standard urban parking spaces and garages.

In February 2003 Urban Aero had completed CityHawk's ground tests and began flight testing with all wheels off the ground. When Dr.Rafi Yoeli, Urban Aero President and the designer of the "CityHawk" announced that they were beginning low height tests he said - "We do not use an autostabilization system and we are not tethered from above like most other VTOL projects."

These tests were completed satisfactorily several months later.The company has now begun development of their "X-Hawk"