The prospect of electric-powered aviation has drawn increasing interest in recent years, not only from the aerospace industry but also from climate-conscious travelers and innovators seeking greener solutions. As we look towards 2025, a realistic overview of what we can expect in this emerging field helps ground our hopes while providing insight into the technical advances and challenges still to be addressed.
A Brazilian company, Eve Air Mobility, aims to have electric air taxis in the skies within two years. These nearly “barebones” electric air taxis could soon be carrying passengers above bustling cities. While technological challenges have largely been resolved, the key obstacle is building the necessary infrastructure such as air taxi stands, take-off points, and charging stations.
The countdown to the Paris Olympics has begun, and as the clock ticks, there’s a vibrant buzz about a futuristic mode of transportation that could redefine urban commuting.
A deal worth up to a billion dollars and a strategic partnership could soon be signed between Brazilian airline Azul and eVTOL vehicle startup Lilium. The latter company would invest in a new type of air transport network in Brazil with 220 aircraft.