"Flying taxis are officially known as electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles, or eVTOLs. The idea is that 10 to 20-minute flights can make commutes easier compared to driving a car. Unlike helicopters, which face numerous restrictions due to their noise, the fact that eVTOLs are electric means they're much quieter. The company has previously said it expects a seat on board to cost about the same as an Uber Black, or around $150."
"Archer is working with the Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins, as part of its planned network. The stadium already has helipads, and Archer said these will be readied for its eVTOL operations. Stephen Ross, the billionaire owner of the Dolphins and chairman of Related Ross, said, "We're excited to embrace a forward-thinking vision that transforms how people and businesses move across the region." These specialized facilities are known as vertiports and would likely feature charging stations and areas for passengers."
Archer Aviation plans an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) flying taxi network across the Miami metropolitan area connecting Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and regional international and general aviation airports. Planned flights are expected to take 10 to 20 minutes, offering a quieter alternative to helicopters because eVTOLs are electric. The company projects seat prices comparable to an Uber Black, around $150. Planned vertiports would include charging stations and passenger areas. Partnerships include Hard Rock Stadium, which has helipads to be readied, and Related Ross developments including a downtown West Palm Beach vertiport and another planned for Miami's Little Hai.
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