The dream of personal flying vehicles has captivated human imagination for decades. As we approach the mid-2020s, this vision is increasingly becoming a tangible reality, with numerous companies worldwide developing various forms of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles, commonly known as “flying cars.” However, the critical question remains: how close are these manufacturers to meeting the rigorous safety standards necessary for public acceptance and widespread adoption?
15
Jan
Jan
Once heralded as a transformative leap for urban mobility, Germany’s air taxi industry is now facing turbulent skies. With two prominent start-ups, Lilium and Volocopter, teetering on the brink of collapse, the dream of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft revolutionizing transport seems further away than ever.
14
Jul
Jul
In the rapidly evolving landscape of urban air mobility, a select group of eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) manufacturers have emerged as frontrunners, not just in technological innovation, but in their ability to attract substantial investment. These companies are poised to revolutionize short-distance air travel, promising a future where city-dwellers can soar above traffic congestion in electric air taxis.
17
Jan
Jan
The strategic alliance between Fraport, a leading global airport operator, and Lilium, an innovative electric air-taxi company, marks a significant step towards revolutionizing regional air mobility. This partnership focuses on developing a commercial network for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, starting with a thorough analysis of the necessary planning and approval steps for implementing such operations at airports.
13
Jan
Jan
The global landscape of personal and commercial transportation is on the cusp of a revolutionary change with the advent of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles and VTOLs. This transformative technology is not only reshaping the concept of urban mobility but also promising an eco-friendly future in aviation.
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Aug
Aug
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.