Air travel is about to undergo a major transformation with the introduction of flying cabs. These futuristic vehicles, which will officially be known as eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft), are scheduled to hit the market in 2025.
First in line to experience this new mode of transportation will be the United States, followed by the United Arab Emirates and India. The news was confirmed by Billy Nolen, safety director of Archer Aviation, at the Dubai Air Show. “What we thought of as science fiction has become a reality today,” Nolen stated. “It’s happening, it’s real and you will see it in the market in 2025.”
EVTOLs have been years in the making, and much has been invested in research and development to make them a viable and safe option for mass transportation. Archer Aviation, a pioneer in this field, has already conducted successful test flights in New York City last weekend, the Downtown Heliport in lower Manhattan.
The demand for flying cabs is expected to be high, with initial costs estimated to be around 4-5 USD per passenger-kilometer. However, Chief Commercial Officer Anand Goel predicts that these costs will be cut in half within a few years.
The introduction of flying cabs marks a major milestone in the world of transportation. With their promise of sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency, eVTOLs have the potential to transform the way we travel. So, get ready to take flight with flying cabs, a futuristic mode of transportation that will soon become a common sight in the skies.
With information from AFP