Electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi services are expected to be available to passengers in the near future, with companies such as Archer already working on the final version of the Midnight air taxi.
A Korean company called Plana has recently raised funds to develop a flying taxi that can hold up to seven passengers. The project is still in the planning stages, but the recent injection of $10 million in capital may allow for it to move forward.
AirNova, a French start-up, has a vision of creating a network of vertiports across France to increase the accessibility and popularity of air taxis. The company, based in Bordeaux, recently sought out investors with the goal of raising approximately €3.5 million in the first round of funding, with the company’s founder contributing €500 million.
Doroni Aerospace, a startup based in Florida that was founded in 2016, has added a protective cover to the rotors of their electric air taxi, known as the H1, which sets them apart from other manufacturers and may make the vehicle appear safer to some.
Air taxis, also known as vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft, are a type of small, electric aircraft that are designed to take off and land vertically, like a helicopter. They are being developed as a potential solution for urban transportation, as they have the potential to significantly reduce travel times and congestion in cities.
In recent years, there has been significant interest in air taxis as a potential solution for addressing the growing demand for urban mobility. Many companies, including well-known names such as Uber and Joby Aviation, have been working on developing air taxi technology and business models.







