Global Scans · Air taxi · Weekly Summary

• [New] Integration with Multimodal Mobility and Smart City Plans Air taxi services are increasingly being envisioned as components of broader multimodal urban mobility plans integrated with metro, bus, rail, and micro-mobility networks in UK. Mobility Foresights
• [New] As consumer acceptance grows, service providers are expected to diversify offerings with subscription, ride-sharing, and premium air taxi models across UK. Mobility Foresights
• [New] Integration with Multimodal Mobility and Smart City Plans Air taxi services are increasingly being envisioned as components of broader multimodal urban mobility plans integrated with metro, bus, rail, and micro-mobility networks in Taiwan. Mobility Foresights
• [New] As consumer acceptance grows, service providers are expected to diversify offerings with subscription, ride-sharing, and premium air taxi models across Taiwan. Mobility Foresights
• [New] In recent weeks, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the latest phase of its advanced air mobility program that will evaluate air taxi performance in eight separate projects over the summer across 26 states. Live Science
• [New] The emerging air taxi industry has the potential to generate new jobs, connect communities, and strengthen American leadership in aviation. Govtech
• Joby Aviation will begin offering commercial air taxi service in 2026, before it is fully certified - but not in California. Monterey County NOW
• The Texas Department of Transportation will be involved with four industry partners in supporting regional flights connecting Dallas, Austin, San Antonio and eventually Houston with air taxi networks expanding from each city. Fox Business
• Air taxi rides are projected to cost between 200 and 300 yuan ($ 28-$ 42), making them more expensive than premium rides on China's DiDi platform but still more affordable than luxury-class transfers. eplaneai
• Texas plans regional air taxi routes connecting Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston. Low Altitude Economy
• As the Brisbane 2032 Games approach, the collaboration between Alt Air, Eve Air Mobility, and Skyports represents a significant step toward mainstreaming air taxi operations in Australia. eplaneai
• US regulators have recently introduced new rules for powered-lift aircraft, creating a regulatory framework that could eventually allow air taxi services to operate commercially. Elite Traveler
• Volocopter, in turn, has since been taken over by a Chinese conglomerate and, after insolvency and restructuring, is now aiming for type certification of its VoloCity passenger air taxi by the European Aviation Safety Agency EASA for 2027. heise online
• Key opportunities lie in vehicle manufacturing, airspace management, and regulatory frameworks, with commercial air taxi services expected by 2026-2028. GlobeNewswire

Last updated: 05 April 2026