"Could we soon see a faster, pollution-free way to avoid getting stuck in traffic in Manhattan? Vertical Aerospace, a U.K.-based aviation company, is laying the groundwork to launch electric air taxis in New York City later this decade. The plan is to take some of the city's most painful trips and shorten them from hours to minutes by flying above the gridlock (and with zero emissions to boot)."
"The aircraft, called Valo, is an electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle (eVTOL). It's designed to cruise at up to 150 miles per hour, with a range of about 100 miles. That's enough to cover airport runs, crosstown hops and quick escapes to the Hamptons without breaking a sweat. The design is intentionally premium. Four seats, panoramic windows, real legroom and space for roller bags and personal items."
Vertical Aerospace plans to introduce the Valo electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle (eVTOL) in New York City later this decade, aiming to shorten multi-hour trips to minutes while producing zero emissions. Valo can cruise up to 150 miles per hour with about a 100-mile range, suitable for airport transfers, crosstown hops and weekend trips. The cabin emphasizes a premium experience with four seats, panoramic windows, legroom and luggage space, and can be reconfigured to six seats to reduce fares. The propulsion system is engineered to be significantly quieter than helicopters. Vertical is coordinating with Bristow and Skyports to integrate routes into existing heliport infrastructure.
Read at Time Out New York
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