The following pictures are illustrations of a project called “Manned cloud”. With the shape of a whale floating in the Sky, this fabulous flying hotel concept was created by French designer Jean-Marie Massaud on collaboration with ONERA (Office National d’Etudes et de Recherche Aérospatiale).

The “Manned Cloud” is not a simple transportation concept, but rather a “cruise airship” with ecology in mind:

From this incredible hotel, travelers will be able to contemplate our planet earth without hurting it and from an unusual location.

First deck (500 m2) : Restaurant, lounge, library, fitness

Second deck (600 m2) : 20 rooms, terraces, spa, bar

Capacity of 40 passengers and staffed with 15 persons.

Range : 5000 km / 72 h.

Cruising speed: 130 km/h

Maximum speed: 170 km/h

Volume: 520.000 m3

Dimensions: L 210m x W 82m x H 52 m