Airbus, maker of airliners like the mammoth A380, also sees a market for smaller autonomous flying taxis using vertical takeoff and landing capabilities for short trips around big urban centers.
Self-Driving Vehicles: First Uber, Now Airbus
Key Takeaways:
- Airbus is developing "Vahana," an autonomous, single-person electric VTOL flying taxi for short urban trips, managed by its Urban Air Mobility division.
- The aircraft features eight propellers and a tilt-wing design for efficient cruise performance.
- Airbus aims for a prototype flying this year and project viability by 2021, intending to include a ride-booking app for passengers.
- Successful implementation hinges on overcoming current regulatory restrictions for pilotless aircraft.
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