Global Scans · Air taxi · Weekly Summary

• [New] Brisbane 2032 preparations may accelerate cross-regional mobility investments including air taxi concepts. Gold Coast Air Taxis
• [New] Japan's SkyDrive has begun formal familiarization meetings with the U.S. FAA on certification validation for its SD-05 eVTOL air taxi, which is planned to be type certified with the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau for commercial service beginning in 2028. Aviation Week Network
• [New] Future impact: Commercial urban air taxi routes will begin limited operations in select global cities before 2030, eventually expanding into regional air mobility feeders. SOACET
• [New] Vertical Aerospace has delayed the certification target for its Valo eVTOL air taxi to 2029, pushing back deliveries to airlines like American Airlines until at least that year. Flying Magazine
• Archer Aviation, backed by Stellantis and United Airlines, will test its Midnight electric air taxi in Texas, Florida, and New York. Techspot
• During initial commercial operations expected to begin in 2025 to 2026, air taxi costs are projected to range from $3 to $6 per mile, comparable to premium ride-sharing services like Uber Black. eVTOL.Travel
• US-based flying taxi operator Archer Aviation will deliver an additional aircraft next year, ahead of the launch of commercial air taxi operations in the UAE. Khaleej Times
• Vertical Aerospace has delayed the certification and delivery of its Valo eVTOL air taxi to 2029, a one-year slip from its previous target, attributing it to the rigorous process of certifying a new aircraft class. Flying Magazine
• Police, industry, and other parts of the world are working to create commercial air taxi services that will link airports, tourist areas, and business districts, and significantly ease urban traffic congestion and improve the mobility experience for premium customers. Precedence Research
• Air taxi fares in Los Angeles are expected to range from $3 to $6 per mile during initial operations, comparable to premium ride-sharing services. eVTOL.Travel
• Commercial air taxi services in Los Angeles are expected to launch around 2026. eVTOL.Travel
• By 2030, we can anticipate seeing more established air taxi services operating in major cities worldwide. Day Spring Management
• Vertical Aerospace is targeting concurrent UK CAA and EASA certification by 2028 for its Valo air taxi, designed for routes such as city-to-airport travel, and has secured preorders from customers like American Airlines. Flying Magazine

Last updated: 23 August 2026