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.
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.
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.
Official charter pricing and route tariffs have not yet been disclosed.
