Wisk’s second Generation 6 air taxi ‘test article’ completes its debut flight. [Credit: Wisk Aero]
Key Takeaways:
Wisk Aero, Boeing's eVTOL unit, has completed the first flight of its second Generation 6 autonomous air taxi prototype, effectively doubling its test fleet and accelerating development.
This expansion supports Wisk's unique strategy of certifying a fully autonomous eVTOL for commercial service, which entails a more rigorous testing and certification pathway than its piloted rivals.
The company is preparing for real-world operational testing in Texas under the FAA and DOT's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), which will include flights into actual airports and coordination with air traffic control.
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.
