#Taxi aircraft

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Piaggio P.166-C  coming out of Fairford Air Base, UK

[skyborndreamer]

-He is right behind me, isn't he....?

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It’s not great, but I kind of like it.

It’s giving “Strangers in the Night” vibes. 😂

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Space Shuttle Enterprise attached to the 747 SCA at NASA's facility at Edwards Air Force Base, California. This was in preparation for the first three Approach and Landing Tests (ALT-1,2,3), which were taxiing tests at Edwards.

Date: February 9, 1977

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Vinka by Treflyn Lloyd-Roberts Via Flickr: Former-Finnish Air Force basic trainer OH-ION back-tracks on the runway at Fairford prior to departure, having taken part in the static display at the 2024 Royal International Air Tattoo. Aircraft: Valmet L-70 Vinka OH-ION/VN-20. Location: RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire.

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The last 747 ever built drew a crown in the sky as an homage to its nickname "Queen of the Skies" on the last delivery flight ever of a 747

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Embraer's eVTOL: The Future of Urban Air Travel 🚁✨ Speed, Range, and Glo...

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Sarla Aviation to revolutionise urban mobility in India with electric flying taxis

Sarla Aviation is leading the charge in transforming urban air mobility by developing cutting-edge electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Co-founded by Adrian Schmidt, the company aims to provide faster, cleaner, and more efficient transportation across India’s most congested cities, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune.

Source: bhaskarlive.in

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"Tonka"

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First Chinese Flying Drone Taxis From EHang Already Available on Taobao - Technology Org

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First Chinese Flying Drone Taxis From EHang Already Available on Taobao - Technology Org

According to Reuters, Chinese drone manufacturer EHang Holdings has starter the sale of its EH216-S model flying taxi on Taobao, priced at 2.39 million yuan ($332,060).

EH216-S during a test flight. Image credit: EHang

The company received safety approval certification from China’s aviation authority in October last year. This development then marked a significant milestone in its journey towards commercial deployment.

EHang Holdings, headquartered in Guangzhou, previously obtained “type certificate” from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for its 216-S model.

The EH216-S is equipped with 16 rotors and has the capacity to accommodate two passengers, boasting speeds of up to 130 kilometers per hour and a maximum range of 30 kilometers.

Why flying taxis are based on drone tech?

Flying taxis are indeed based on drone technology.

Firstly, they utilize vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities, enabling them to operate in urban areas without the need for traditional runways.

Additionally, flying taxis often incorporate electric propulsion systems, offering reduced noise levels, lower emissions, and increased efficiency compared to conventional engines.

Also, drone technology integrates advanced autonomous flight control systems, including GPS navigation and obstacle avoidance sensors, allowing flying taxis to operate autonomously or semi-autonomously. This enhances safety and reduces the reliance on human piloting skills.

Furthermore, drones are typically compact and lightweight, making them well-suited for navigating tight spaces and congested airspace in urban environments.

The scalability and cost-effectiveness of drone technology also make it an attractive choice for flying taxis. It allows for the development of taxis in various sizes and configurations to accommodate different passenger capacities and mission requirements.

The use of drone technology lowers operating costs compared to traditional aircraft, which makes flying taxis a more economically viable transportation solution.

Written by Vytautas Valinskas

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Phantom Phighter by Treflyn Lloyd-Roberts Via Flickr: Turkish F-4 73-1023 taxis at Fairford with its drag chute deployed having arrived to take part in the static display at the 2023 Royal International Air Tattoo. The aircraft wears a "Tribute to Old Phantom Phighters" special tail scheme. Aircraft: Türk Hava Kuvvetleri (Turkish Air Force) McDonnell Douglas F-4E-2020 Phantom II 73-1023/023 from 111 Filo. Location: RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire.