Wisk’s second Generation 6 air taxi ‘test article’ completes its debut flight. [Credit: Wisk Aero]
Key Takeaways:
Wisk Aero has doubled its Generation 6 autonomous air taxi test fleet by completing the first flight of a second production prototype, accelerating its data collection for FAA certification.
The company is preparing to begin real-world operations in Texas within months, participating in an FAA/DOT pilot program to test its autonomous eVTOLs and integration with air traffic control at actual airports.
Wisk is uniquely committed to launching with fully autonomous operations among U.S. competitors, which necessitates a more extensive testing and certification process.
The Texas Integration Pilot Program will help Wisk refine its autonomy technology, airspace management, and communication protocols, with the goal of earning credit toward type certification.
Boeing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) unit Wisk Aero is ramping up flight testing of its flagship Generation 6 air taxi.
Wisk on Monday revealed that it completed the first flight of a second production prototype aircraft—a “test article” of the autonomous model it aims to certify with the FAA.
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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.
