Advanced Air Mobility in Australia 2025

This whitepaper outlines Wisk's vision for integrating autonomous Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations into Australia's transportation ecosystem. It covers Wisk's approach to autonomous aircraft operations, regulatory considerations, key use cases, and the potential benefits of AAM for urban and regional mobility in Australia. The document emphasizes safety, scalability, and collaboration with regulators and communities to enable AAM adoption.

Wisk's whitepaper presents a comprehensive concept of operations for implementing Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in Australia using autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The document outlines Wisk's approach to autonomous flight operations, including the use of remote Multi-Vehicle Supervisors (MVSors) in a Fleet Operations Centre (FOC) to oversee multiple aircraft simultaneously.

Key aspects of Wisk's AAM vision include:

Autonomous aircraft systems with onboard detect-and-avoid capabilities and robust contingency management.

Integration with emerging airspace management systems like the Flight Information Management System (FIMS) and UAS Service Suppliers (USS) for seamless coordination with traditional air traffic.

Fixed-route networks and vertiports to enable structured, scalable operations.

Focus on urban air mobility, regional connectivity, cargo logistics, and medical transport use cases.

Emphasis on safety through redundant systems, cybersecurity measures, and comprehensive maintenance programs.

The whitepaper discusses regulatory considerations, highlighting the need for evolving frameworks to accommodate autonomous operations. It emphasizes Wisk's commitment to working closely with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and Airservices Australia to develop appropriate standards and procedures.

Wisk identifies Australia as an ideal market for AAM adoption due to its geographic characteristics, progressive regulatory environment, and diverse transportation needs. The document outlines how AAM can address challenges like urban congestion, regional accessibility, and efficient logistics in remote areas.

The concept of operations details key components of the AAM ecosystem, including:

Fleet Operations Centre for centralized management and oversight

Vertiport design and operations for takeoff, landing, and ground handling

Integration with existing airspace users and air traffic management systems

Community engagement and social acceptance strategies

Wisk emphasizes the importance of scalable infrastructure, including technical maintenance hubs and adaptable vertiport designs, to support long-term growth of AAM services. The whitepaper concludes by highlighting Wisk's commitment to collaborating with Australian stakeholders to evolve policies and frameworks that will enable AAM to flourish, supporting innovation, economic growth, and improved transportation options for communities across the country.