First consumer wing-in-ground effect aircraft takes flight

Navee, a Chinese company known for its innovative electric vehicles, has created the WaveFly 5X, the first consumer wing-in-ground effect watercraft that combines aircraft and boat technology. Unveiled at Lake Taihu on June 5, this WIG vehicle is designed for everyday use, leveraging Cold War-era engineering to glide over water surfaces with minimal contact. This breakthrough could revolutionize personal water transportation, offering faster and more efficient travel over water bodies while reducing costs and environmental impact compared to traditional boats.