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How flying taxis could go mainstream

Business Insider · 9m

Air taxis, also known as electric vertical-takeoff and -landing aircraft (eVTOLs), are being seen as the future of transportation due to their potential to provide safer, faster, and more energy-efficient short-haul flights. While many companies are focused on developing and certifying the aircraft, the overlooked element of software is crucial for mainstream adoption. This digital infrastructure includes consumer-facing software for booking flights and back-end software for operations, aircraft control, and air-traffic management. Startups like Aerovy Mobility, Wisk, and Volocopter are working on advancing software to support various aspects of air taxi operations. By addressing social barriers, developing accessible consumer apps, and demonstrating viable use cases, the industry can work towards widespread adoption by 2028-2029.