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Electric Vertical Takeoff Aircraft Advances Toward Certification
A British aerospace company, Vertical Aerospace, has demonstrated an electric flying taxi that could potentially offer a new way to escape crowded city roads. The company’s Valo aircraft is designed to carry four passengers and a pilot, with a target range of 100 miles. Certification and commercial operations are planned for 2030, with airlines such as American Airlines showing interest with pre-orders. The development of electric flying taxis may revolutionize urban transportation, providing a more efficient and sustainable alternative to traditional taxis. This was first reported by KXAN Austin.