Researchers hope to debut flying car at Tokyo Olympics

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A miniature, remote-controlled prototype takes flight.

SHINNOSUKE IIYAMA, Nikkei Business staff writer

TOKYO -- Flying cars have long been the stuff of science fiction, but the day may be approaching when anyone can take to the skies in their own vehicle. An engineering group backed by major automakers has taken on the challenge of creating an affordable flying car, with the goal of making a grand entrance at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2020.

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