Cities worldwide are preparing for a new phase in transportation with Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). This new technology introduces electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft and vertiports, carefully designed and incorporated into city environments. This article explores the progress different cities are making in adopting AAM, highlighting the proactive measures being taken to ensure a seamless transition to this new form of transport.
In the United States, the Dallas-Fort Worth region and Houston are among the early adopters, with collaborations involving notable players like Uber Elevate and NASA. Similarly, London is spearheading efforts in Europe through initiatives like the Future Flight Challenge, while in Asia, Shanghai and Singapore are making significant headway with innovative projects such as a floating vertiport. Over in Latin America, Sao Paulo is leveraging its existing network of heliports as a stepping stone for AAM infrastructure.