Samson Sky, creators of the Switchblade Flying Car which completed its historic first flight in November 2023, has unveiled a new manufacturing program that significantly boosts production efficiency. According to company officials, the program reduces the cost of producing carbon fiber parts by 50% and increases production speed by a factor of eight compared to traditional methods. Michael Maxwell, Chief of R&D at Samson, described the advancement as a “historic manufacturing shift,” emphasizing how it positions the company to offer competitive pricing through innovative process efficiencies. Central to this transformation is the Builder Assist Program, which helps customers meet the FAA’s 51% construction requirement for Experimental Category aircraft using computer-guided machinery to ensure precision and ease of fabrication. Final assembly is completed by Switchblade technicians, allowing for greater quality control.
“We’re saving customers time and money with our high-tech system while providing them the unique experience of building their own vehicle,” said Sam Bousfield, CEO and designer of the Switchblade. With over 2,400 Reservation Holders across 50+ countries and all 50 U.S. states, Samson is preparing for large-scale production, aiming to deliver the first Switchblades in 2026.
