Electric Air Taxis Are About To Take Flight In 26 States
Electric air taxis are launching across 26 U.S. states this summer. The FAA just approved 8 pilot programs — here's what it means for you.
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Electric Air Taxis Are About To Take Flight In 26 States
Electric air taxis are no longer a concept locked inside a tech demo reel. As of March 2026, the Federal Aviation Administration has officially approved eight pilot programs that will bring electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft — known as eVTOLs — into real-world testing across 26 states. The programs could begin as early as this summer, marking one of the most significant leaps in transportation history since the commercial airline industry took off. The FAA Just Gave Electric Air Taxis a Green Light
The approval covers a sweeping three-year initiative called the Advanced Air Mobility and Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Integration Pilot Program. It was launched through an executive order aimed at accelerating the development of next-generation aircraft — and the companies selected to participate are some of the most closely watched names in aviation. Archer Aviation, Beta Technologies, Joby Aviation, and Wisk are among the companies cleared to move forward. These aren…