> They are truly more 'aircraft' than 'car', in all respects. (even down to the RAF pilot who "drove" it).
And when you're moving well above take-off speeds anything that makes the body lift will make it do just that. Serious aerodynamic challenges here, which makes the Thrust all the more impressive given the time it was designed. No easy access to CFD back then.
How much less than 1g of downforce can you apply, and still be considered a ground vehicle? I feel like once the power is no longer being applied through the wheels that's a sign you may have crossed over! Still insanely cool, in any case.
And when you're moving well above take-off speeds anything that makes the body lift will make it do just that. Serious aerodynamic challenges here, which makes the Thrust all the more impressive given the time it was designed. No easy access to CFD back then.