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China's 10-Passenger Flying Taxi Aces First Flight Test
Innovation1d ago

China's 10-Passenger Flying Taxi Aces First Flight Test

A Chinese company just flew the world's largest electric flying taxi, and it can carry up to 10 passengers across nearly 1,000 miles. The successful test brings us closer to a future where hopping into an air taxi is as normal as catching an Uber.

Live Science2 min read
Saudi Arabia Builds First Electric Flying Taxi Factory
InnovationFeb 11

Saudi Arabia Builds First Electric Flying Taxi Factory

Saudi Arabia is partnering with Vertical Aerospace to build the Middle East's first electric flying taxi manufacturing facility. The groundbreaking project will create jobs and position the kingdom as a leader in zero-emission aviation.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
Australian Engineer's Drone Hits 411 MPH in Speed Duel
VideosFeb 7

Australian Engineer's Drone Hits 411 MPH in Speed Duel

An Australian aerospace engineer just flew a battery-powered drone at 411 mph, breaking the previous record in a thrilling back-and-forth rivalry that's pushing electric aviation to new heights. The friendly competition has seen speeds jump from 300 to 411 mph in less than two years.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Giant Electric Aircraft Aces Major Flight Test in China
InnovationFeb 6

Giant Electric Aircraft Aces Major Flight Test in China

A massive electric aircraft just completed a breakthrough test flight that brings us closer to clean, quiet air travel. AutoFlight's Matrix seats 10 passengers and could revolutionize both cargo transport and emergency response.

New Atlas2 min read
Personal Flying Car Takes Deposits for 2027 Launch
VideosFeb 6

Personal Flying Car Takes Deposits for 2027 Launch

A Michigan startup is taking orders for a single-passenger flying vehicle that could help you skip traffic jams by next year. The $156,000 Velocitor X-1 promises anyone who can ride a snowmobile can learn to fly it.

New Atlas2 min read
Flying Taxi Startup Lands $150M After First Flight
VideosJan 22

Flying Taxi Startup Lands $150M After First Flight

Eve Air Mobility just proved its electric air taxi can fly and secured $150 million to keep the dream airborne. The twin milestones bring urban flying cabs closer to reality by 2028.

Electrek2 min read
Electric Air Taxis Could Cut NYC Commutes to Minutes by 2028
VideosJan 22

Electric Air Taxis Could Cut NYC Commutes to Minutes by 2028

A sleek new electric aircraft just arrived in New York with plans to transform brutal multi-hour commutes into quick flights across the city. Vertical Aerospace's zero-emission air taxi could whisk passengers from JFK to Manhattan in minutes starting in 2028.

CleanTechnica3 min read