Hiller Aircraft Corporation, founded by Stanley Hiller Jr., was indeed involved in the development of various helicopters and unconventional aircraft, including "Flying Platforms." The Flying Platform was an experimental vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft that Hiller developed in the 1950s.

The Hiller Flying Platform, also known as the "Hiller VZ-1 Pawnee," was a small, one-person aircraft with no wings or fuselage. It consisted of a central engine and a platform on which the pilot would stand. The pilot controlled the aircraft's movement by shifting their body weight, similar to how one would control a Segway. The platform had rotor blades that provided lift and propulsion.

The Flying Platform used a ducted fan for vertical lift and control. It was designed to be highly maneuverable and versatile, capable of hovering, flying forward, backward, sideways, and making quick turns. The aircraft was primarily developed for military applications, such as reconnaissance and transportation of soldiers in challenging terrains.

Although the Flying Platform demonstrated promising capabilities, it faced challenges in stability and control, and the project did not progress beyond the prototype stage. However, Hiller's work on the Flying Platform contributed to advancements in VTOL technology and influenced future developments in rotorcraft design.

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