Summary
The Trump administration has started a program to speed up the use of electric air taxis in the U.S. The program, led by the Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), aims to create rules for using these aircraft safely and will work with private and government partners. The program includes multiple projects over three years and involves both piloted and unmanned electric air taxis.
Key Facts
- The program is called the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Integration Pilot Program (eIPP).
- It aims to create new rules and partnerships for safe operations of electric air taxis.
- The program will last three years and include at least five pilot projects.
- Both piloted and unmanned electric air taxis will be tested.
- The aircraft can be used for cargo delivery, medical transport, and emergencies.
- Aircraft need FAA certification to commercially carry passengers or cargo.
- Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation plan to participate in the trial program.
- The FAA will choose at least five participants for the program.
