Uber this week announced a new installment in its flying car initiative. Former NASA advanced aircraft engineer Mark Moore, who worked for the federal agency for 30 years, has joined Uber as director of engineering for aviation.
Uber Hires Former NASA Engineer to Drive Flying Car Initiative Forward
Key Takeaways:
- Uber is advancing its "Uber Elevate" initiative, planning to launch on-demand air taxi services in urban areas using vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft.
- Former NASA advanced aircraft engineer Mark Moore has joined Uber as director of engineering for aviation to lead this effort.
- Uber's strategy is to act as a "catalyst" for the electric VTOL ecosystem, fostering development with manufacturers and stakeholders rather than building the aircraft itself.
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