Orlando International Airport (KMCO) could be the site of a fully operational vertiport by 2028. [Courtesy: Orlando International Airport]
Key Takeaways:
Orlando International Airport (KMCO) is actively pursuing the development of a vertiport for electric and other advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft.
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) plans to issue an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) in March to find partners to build and operate the vertiport, targeting an operational date of 2028.
This initiative aims to position Central Florida as a global leader in mobility innovation, facilitating the integration of various AAM aircraft types and aligning with FAA future air mobility plans.
Updated Feb. 25 at 1:35 p.m. EST to include details shared by the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA).
Orlando International Airport (KMCO) may soon look for collaborators to develop a vertiport for electric and other advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
