#Transportation

US Federal Pilot Program Greenlights Electric Air Taxis in 26 States; Urban Air Mobility Moves to Real-World Testing

The U.S. federal government has greenlit a massive pilot program for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with tests planned across 26 states starting this summer. Eight proposals were selected to fly even ahead of full FAA certification to accelerate urban air mobility. This national effort aims to prevent fragmented state-level regulations and synergize with ground-based autonomous tech like Zoox's robotaxis, though concerns over noise and privacy remain key public hurdles.

Jason·Mar 10, 2026