With so many companies competing to become the Uber of the skies, it’s not surprising that Uber also wants to become the Uber of the skies. Back in October, the company revealed the first details of its ambitious “Elevate” program that would eliminate wasted hours of productivity caused by standard road travel by offering “on-demand aviation.” Simply put: Why drive to work when you can fly?
Uber Teams with Pipistrel in Latest Step to Launch VTOL Air Taxi Service
Key Takeaways:
- Uber is launching its ambitious "Elevate" program for "on-demand aviation" using electric vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) vehicles.
- The company partnered with Pipistrel Aircraft and other manufacturers to develop these vehicles, targeting an air taxi service launch in Dallas-Ft. Worth and Dubai by 2020.
- UberAIR trips are projected to cost approximately $1.32 per mile per passenger, comparable to standard Uber car fares, and will be accessible via an app.
- Uber is aggressively pursuing this initiative to quickly enter the competitive "flying car" market, acknowledging its rapid approach.
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