More than 7,000 attendees of this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas stopped by Bell Helicopter’s exhibit to get a sneak peek at “the future of urban air transportation.” Among the guests lined up for the Air Taxi virtual reality ride were Silicon Valley guru Guy Kawasaki and Avengers actor Anthony Mackie, though they presumably skipped the line and the two-hour wait.
Bell’s Air Taxi VR Experience a Hit at CES
Key Takeaways:
- Bell Helicopter showcased its vision for "urban air transportation" at CES, featuring an Air Taxi virtual reality ride that attracted over 7,000 attendees, celebrities, and FAA officials.
- Bell has partnered with Uber Air to develop technologies for short-distance urban operations, aiming to make air taxis a reality as early as 2020.
- The company emphasizes a commitment to providing class-leading comforts and a seamless, connected experience in its future air taxis.
- Bell's CEO asserts that urban air transportation is closer than many realize and will significantly address global city transportation concerns.
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