Race to Build a Human-Powered Helicopter

Friday, 26 April 2013 | by Pat's Picks

The race to build the first human powered helicopter may finally reach the finish line. The Wall Street Journal says there’s a $250,000 prize for the first team to prove that they can fly for at least a minute. It’s come down to two teams—one from the US and one from Canada. Some of it is simply technology. Some of it is athletics. The Canadians are hoping their pilot, who also holds a speed record for biking, will come in handy during the final showdown.