His answer explained that while the design could theoretically fly, it's currently not aerodynamic. ... Anything can fly in space in zero gravity with the right propulsion on it, even a brick. "This basic design could fly. It's similar to a blended wing body style plane, just with a big nose.

Would an X-Wing work?

The X-wing fighter, though, is not a very aerodynamic design. ... The wings are essentially a biplane configuration, which definitely works. The designer would need to take extra care near the fuselage due to the surfaces being so close together; their wakes would interfere with each other.

How much would a real X-Wing cost?

One previous owner, regular service from certified Alliance engineers, 1.5 million miles on the clock - yours for just $160,000 (£122,000). That's how much a genuine X-Wing just sold for at an auction of film memorabilia by Profiles in History.