"Flying taxis will launch next year … and cost the same as an Uber Black" – Billy Nolen, Chief Regulatory Officer of Archer Aviation
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Joby Aviation has formally applied for type certification of its eVTOL aircraft in Australia. Built upon a bi-lateral agreement between the Federal Aviation Administration and Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), the application, if completed successfully, will form the basis for commercial operations of Joby’s air taxi in the country. JoeBen Bevirt, founder and CEO of Joby, said: “With commercial powered-lift operations already considered in CASA’s regulatory frameworks, we’re pleased to be working with Australian authorities using a regulatory path to market that is actively being pursued by numerous countries around the world.” Australian vertiport developer Skyportz® has welcomed today’s announcement. Melbourne was earmarked for early air taxi operations by Uber Elevate five years ago when it added the city to Dallas and LA for proposed launch services. “In Australia there is strong policy support for the development of AAM from our safety regulator, CASA, our Federal and State Governments,” said Clem Newton-Brown OAM, CEO of Skyportz. “What we have been missing since the departure of Uber Elevate is a serious commitment from any of the leading electric air taxi operators to enter our market, through local certification. This announcement by industry leader, Joby, is very exciting for the emerging local ecosystem.” Read the full article on our blog for more information. #AvfoilNews #JobyAviation #eVTOL #AirTaxi #UrbanAirMobility #AAM #AdvancedAirMobility #CASA #FAACertification #Skyportz #Melbourne #Australia #AviationInnovation #ElectricAviation #SustainableAviation #FlightCertification #UberElevate #ElevateOS #AirMobility #Aerospace #AviationNews #ElectricFlight
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Flying taxis! U.S.-based Archer Aviation is expecting to begin trials of its electric air taxi in India next year — its first international market after a planned launch in New York. From the story by Reuters News Agency on #KathariNews: "Electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, also known as flying taxis, have been touted as the future of urban air mobility. The low-altitude aircraft would travel between cities and airports avoiding traffic, but face a number of challenges before they can become a reality." #eVTOL #EVs #flyingtaxis #aviation #electricairtaxis
Archer Aviation aims to start electric air taxi trials in India next year - Kathari News
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There seems to be no end to the frustration around air travel lately. But some of that stress could be alleviated once air taxis become a reality, which may be as soon as next year. That’s because these electric aircrafts are perfectly suited to fly from major, congested cities to airports, significantly cutting down travel time during that part of the journey. For example, passengers could get from Manhattan to JFK Airport in less than seven minutes for the same price as an Uber. A number of companies are clamoring to be the first to launch in this space, but Joby is confident that it could be the first to market. While safety is likely a concern for consumers, Joby has reassurances. Its aircrafts have six motors and four batteries and can reportedly keep flying even if it loses a battery. While focusing efforts and funds on this type of innovation might seem frivolous to some, I see a lot of value in this. Any opportunity we have to reduce emissions and traffic, while also increasing efficiency among travelers is worth pursuing. #joby #evtol #flyingtaxis #airtaxi #netzero #zeremissions https://lnkd.in/g9yasnzS
Jetsons-like travel in air taxis is 'as close as we've seen,' Joby's chief product officer says
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The Future of Urban Transport: Air Taxis and Flying Cars with Joby Aviation Rolling Stone's article explores the emerging world of air taxis and flying cars, focusing on Joby Aviation's efforts in this revolutionary transport sector. It delves into the current state and potential future of urban air mobility, highlighting how companies like Joby Aviation are leading the charge in transforming city transportation. 👉 Explore the full article at the link below. If you find it valuable, please like and share this post – your engagement shapes the content I share. Also, follow me if you haven't already. Thanks! #AirTaxis #FlyingCars #UrbanMobility #JobyAviation #FutureTransport
Flying Taxis Are Coming in 2024. You Read That Right
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US eVTOL Companies Eye Middle East for Revenue Flights Amid FAA Certification Process ✅ Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation are frontrunners in the eVTOL market, planning to launch revenue flights in Dubai and Saudi Arabia after securing FAA certification. ✅ The Middle East offers a faster route to flying passengers and less complex airspace for early operations compared to the US. ✅ Joby is likely to become the first eVTOL company to certify its aircraft with the FAA, with Archer expected to follow shortly. ✅ Archer may have a faster path to revenue generation as it plans to sell its eVTOLs directly to operators, while Joby has not shown interest in direct sales. ✅ Florida-based Eve Air Mobility is also taking a measured approach to market, building the industry's largest tentative order book and developing its four-passenger eVTOL. ✅ The eVTOL industry remains speculative as no American company has achieved certification yet. #evtols #urbanairmobility #advancedairmobility #flyingcars #flyingtaxi #airtaxi #UAM #evtol #aam #urbanmobility https://lnkd.in/gmpSTAPt
Race to market leads top US air taxi developers to Middle East
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The future is now! 🚁 Archer Aviation is launching an air taxi network in San Francisco by 2025 to cut commute times and reduce traffic congestion. • 🌍 FAA-certified, eco-friendly Midnight aircraft • ⏱️ Commutes reduced from 60-90 mins to 10-20 mins • 💸 Comparable cost to traditional transport • 👨✈️ Piloted flights with capacity for four passengers #AirTaxi #UrbanMobility #SustainableTravel • 🌟 Expected launch in 2025 • 🚀 First FAA-certified eVTOL aircraft • 📉 Aimed at decreasing urban traffic • 🌐 Sustainable and low-noise technology • 🔋 Powered by electric batteries for eco-friendliness • 📊 Comparable cost to ground transportation options Archer plans air taxi network to fly over San Francisco traffic https://lnkd.in/e4s2G7aS
Air taxis would fly over San Francisco Bay traffic
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Electric cars used to be the future in the new world electric air taxis could be the the next stage of progress in aviation as the new future .. either way timing is critical
Joby Flies Quiet Electric Air Taxi in New York City
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I wonder if this will be achieved on schedule? If so, it could impact the way we consider mobility in the future. Like many innovations (the car, air travel) when will this filter into a more traditional demographic. Certainly in the UK, regulation, infrastructure, capability all need to change before this will happen here! #airtaxi #mobility #innovation #aviation
Flying taxis set to soar in Dubai by 2026 - AeroTime
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Archer Aviation, a California-based company, is set to join forces with InterGlobe, the largest shareholder of IndiGo, to introduce electric air taxis in India by 2026. The joint venture aims to revolutionize transportation by launching electric air taxis with a range of 100 miles and a speed of up to 240 km per hour. Alongside IndiGo, Archer plans to partner with ride-hailing giants Ola and Uber to expand its reach in the country. The company expects to receive certification from the US aviation regulator by the end of 2025, paving the way for its launch in India. How do you think the introduction of electric air taxis will impact transportation and travel in India? #aircraft #electricvehicle #electricaircraft #airtaxi #indigo #archer #collaboration
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