The emerging era of electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft is poised to revolutionize air taxi services by 2025, prompting a global race among various companies to certify their aircraft under development. However, alongside this promising advancement, a critical challenge looms—the establishment of a comprehensive infrastructure network to support this transformative mode of air transportation.
The focus of industry leaders, cities, and stakeholders is directed towards building the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) ecosystem, encompassing crucial elements such as vertiports enabling aircraft to take off and land in diverse locations beyond traditional airports. Essential components include electric charging stations, and the seamless integration of these potentially autonomous aircraft into existing airspace shared with conventional counterparts.
To delve into the requirements and strategies vital for the success of this endeavor, AIN brought together a distinguished panel of experts from key players in this field. The panel included representatives from Supernal, Beta Technologies, Skyports, and Ferrovial Vertiports, with sponsorship and insights provided by Rolls-Royce. The ensuing roundtable discussion aimed to decipher the complexities and solutions essential for the realization of a flourishing eVTOL ecosystem.