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 flying taxi (VTOL) designed for short urban trips.
- The Vahana aircraft will feature eight propellers for a compact design and a tilt-wing system for improved performance and energy efficiency.
- Airbus has established an Urban Air Mobility division for the project, aiming for a flying prototype soon and potential viability by 2021, with plans for a booking app, pending regulatory approval.
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