Air Taxi
Drone Trials to Revolutionize Channel Islands Connectivity
In a groundbreaking move, drone trials are set to commence between the Channel Islands, promising to enhance connectivity and revolutionize various sectors. The trials, reportedly funded by Innovate UK as part of the £4 million Agile Integrated Airspace System (ALIAS)…
China Grants First Production Certificate for Passenger eVTOL Aircraft
EHang’s EH216-S Autonomous Aerial Vehicle Cleared for Mass Production Chinese drone maker EHang Holdings Limited has obtained the first production certificate in China for a passenger-carrying autonomous aerial vehicle, the EH216-S. This milestone marks a significant step forward for the…
Dubai’s Future Skyline: Air Taxis and Drones Revolutionize Urban Mobility
A Leap Towards Efficient Urban Transportation Dubai is setting the stage for a significant transformation in urban mobility, embracing the future with open arms as it plans to introduce delivery drones and air taxis by 2026, reports The National. This…
EHang Sets New Horizons in Urban Air Mobility with EH216-S UAV Launch in China
In a significant leap towards the future of urban air mobility (UAM), EHang Holdings Limited, a global leader in UAM technology, has unveiled the retail price for its pioneering EH216-S passenger-carrying unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system. At an official suggested…
NASA Achieves Breakthrough in Autonomous Drone Flight for Air Taxi Research
Pioneering Drone Tests Propel Advanced Air Mobility Forward At NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, researchers have successfully conducted groundbreaking drone flights that could significantly impact the future of urban air mobility. In a remarkable display of technological advancement,…
Plano City Council Deliberates on Drone Delivery and Air Taxi Services
A Futuristic Vision for Plano Plano City Council is on the brink of a decision that could transform the city’s landscape and services. The council recently postponed a vote on amending zoning laws to facilitate drone delivery and air taxi…
Plano Ponders Pioneering Drone Delivery and Air Taxi Services
The Future of Delivery and Transit Takes Flight in Plano Plano City Council is poised to revolutionize local transportation and delivery services by considering zoning amendments to accommodate commercial drone delivery hubs and air taxi operations. This forward-thinking move could…
Wisk Aero’s Autonomous Air Taxi Soars in First Public Demo at Oshkosh 2023
Wisk Aero, a pioneer in Advanced Air Mobility, accomplished a remarkable feat in aviation history as it publicly demonstrated the world’s first fully autonomous, electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) fixed-wing air taxi. This demonstration took place at EAA AirVenture,…
Archer Aviation Soars: Ex-FAA Head Powers eVTOL Progress
Today, Archer Aviation, an air taxi manufacturer, announced the appointment of former Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) acting administrator Billy Nolen as their new Chief Safety Officer. This noteworthy addition to their team underlines the company’s commitment to safety as they…
High-Flying Ambitions: VoltAero Bags €5.6M Grant
A significant boost for VoltAero’s innovative Cassio 330 electric-hybrid aircraft project comes in the form of a €5.6 million grant from the French government via BPI France, the agency tasked with fostering economic growth in France. This financial injection is…
Transforming Sky Travel: FAA’s New Pilot Training Proposal
In a significant move towards the safe integration of advanced air mobility, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has put forward a comprehensive proposal for pilot training and certification for powered-lift aircraft. Acting Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety, David Boulter, asserts,…
FAA Unveils Blueprint for Advanced Air Mobility Infrastructure
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced an updated blueprint outlining airspace and procedural changes to accommodate the future of air taxis and other Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations. According to the blueprint, AAM operations will initially start at a…