Lexus is taking luxury mobility to new heights with the launch of Lexus Flight, a dedicated helicopter charter service in Japan.
The service will begin on August 24, operated in partnership with Aero Toyota.
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It uses a modified Leonardo AW169 twin-turbine helicopter, aiming to seamlessly connect travel across land, sea, and air.
This move follows Lexus's recent concept of a futuristic six-wheeled minivan, but now the brand is leaving the road entirely.
Helicopter Details and Amenities
The custom helicopter is built on the Italian Leonardo AW169 platform.
Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210A1 turboshaft engines provide a maximum cruising speed of 267 km/h (166 mph) and a range of up to 785 km (488 miles).
The aircraft measures 14.65 meters (48.1 ft) long, 3.21 meters (10.5 ft) wide, and 4.56 meters (15.0 ft) tall.
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Its light-toned cabin seats up to seven passengers, with interior cues inspired by a premium Lexus SUV.
Passengers enjoy more space and better views than any road car could offer.
Amenities include Wi-Fi, a live exterior camera feed, real-time flight tracking, and a dedicated tablet for controlling cabin lighting, climate, and entertainment.
Lexus Flight can be paired with the LY680 luxury yacht, allowing a journey that combines cars, boat, and helicopter without switching brands.
Currently, the service is exclusive to Japan, with no plans announced for North America or Europe.
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Official charter pricing and route tariffs have not yet been disclosed.
