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Urban air mobility
Revolutionising city transport
Urban mobility is constantly evolving. Cars, buses, tramways and underground connections transport millions of people within cities and their outskirts. The rise of a third dimension is upon us, promising to revolutionise daily life in our cities. Urban air mobility (UAM) solutions offer a safe, clean, and fast alternative for people in and around cities.
What is ASD doing?
ASD works closely with its members on UAM matters and represents the views and interests of the industry towards EU institutions, EASA, and Eurocontrol. The ASD Unmanned Aerial Systems Working Group gathers high-level experts from across our members to elaborate common positions and coordinate the industry’s view on UAM.
By 2030, 60% of the world's population will be urban and cities’ ground infrastructure becomes increasingly congested. Urban air mobility will provide people with a safe, low-carbon and convenient alternative that leverages the airspace above cities.
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about our work with Urban Air Mobility
- member websiteTaking urban transport into the skyUrban air mobility leverages the sky to better link people to cities and regions, giving them more possibilities to connect.
Photo credits: EASAEASA reportSetting the scene for air taxi operations in citiesA lot has been done to prepare for air taxis to become an alternative way of transport for European citizens. A comprehensive study on Urban Air Mobility conducted on behalf of EASA has given clear indications of what European citizens would think a good way forward.
Photo credits: Diehlmember videoEVTOL Diehl Aviation DemonstratorThe special technical challenges of battery-powered aircraft lie to a large extent in the balance of weight and performance in every part.