A journey in delhi that takes 60 to 90 minutes by car can be done in about 7 minutes by flying taxi. Can also be used for cargo, logistics, medical, and emergency services. Interglobe Enterprises, which backs India's leading airline indigo, and US-based Archer Aviation are planning to launch an all-electric air taxi service in india by 2026. Both the companies are expected to start operating air taxis in major cities of india after obtaining necessary approvals. The electric air taxi service is expected to be a solution to the severe road traffic congestion and increasing pollution in metropolitan cities. contains
Archer Aviation, a company backed by airlines such as Boeing and United airlines, is developing electric-powered aircraft (eVTOL). Experts predict that these air taxis will be the main vehicle for future urban transport. Such 'Midnight' e-planes can travel around 161 kilometers with four passengers and one pilot. The service is said to be launched in the capital cities of delhi, mumbai and Bengaluru with 200 air taxis.
For example, a journey that takes 60 to 90 minutes by car in delhi can be done in about 7 minutes by flying taxi, the companies said. They also plan to use electric air taxis for cargo, logistics, medical, and emergency services. Earlier, Archer signed a $142 million contract with the US air Force in July to supply six Midnight air Taxis. Last October, it announced the launch of air taxi services in the uae as well.
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