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India: Sarla Aviation, Bengaluru Collaborate for “City to Airport Via eVTOL in 5 Minutes!” or yet another example of the potential time saved when flying via an eVTOL, India-based Sarla Aviation claim that a journey from Bengaluru Airport to its city centre would take just 5 minutes compared to 1.5 hours by road, reports indianexpress.com. This astonishing time saving would be carried out by Sarla’s, presently in construction, seven-seater eVTOL aircraft. According to the company’s website, the craft is capable of covering distances up to 160km, but is optimally designed for typical 20–40 kilometre inner-city commutes. It states, “In our launch cities – Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi – passengers can expect to save up to 87 percent of their usual commute time, transforming the way you travel in the bustling urban landscape.” The website also asserts the time taken from India’s Electronic City to BLR Airport could be reduced to under 20 minutes, compared to 152 minutes by road. https://lnkd.in/ezPMTJMu #EVTOL #UrbanMobility #Bengaluru #SmartTransportation #CityToAirport #TravelTech #UrbanAviation #SarlaAviation #FutureOfTravel #AviationInnovation

Exciting news is on the horizon as InterGlobe Enterprises, the parent company of IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd), India's largest airline, partners with Archer Aviation to introduce flying taxi services across key Indian cities. This innovative venture aims to transform urban mobility, offering swift and efficient aerial transport options within cities. The collaboration plans to launch services connecting Delhi and Gurgaon, Bengaluru city with its international airport, and Bandra to Colaba in Mumbai as early as 2026, as reported by The Times Of India. Nikhil Goel, CCO of Archer, highlighted the potential cost per passenger for these services, offering a seamless experience at a "slight premium" over conventional ground taxis. Trials for air taxi services are set to commence next year with approvals from India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation - India, paving the way for commercial operations soon after. Interglobe’s significant investment in up to 200 Midnight eVTOLs, valued at USD 1 billion, underscores their commitment to sustainable and futuristic transport solutions. Rahul Bhatia, IndiGo founder and InterGlobe Head, expressed enthusiasm about this partnership, emphasizing the importance of bringing sustainable air mobility solutions to India. The collaboration extends beyond aircraft procurement, with plans to establish vertiports equipped with charging infrastructure and pilot training facilities. Archer Aviation, already commencing production of Midnight eVTOLs in the U.S., is poised to expand its operations globally, with a strategic focus on India and the UAE. Collaborations with industry giants like Stellantis further enhance the production and deployment capabilities of these revolutionary air taxis. Stay tuned for more updates on this groundbreaking initiative as we delve deeper into the future of urban air mobility on our blog. #AvfoilNews #UrbanAirMobility #FlyingTaxi #FutureTransportation #SustainableAviation #IndiGo #ArcherAviation

Bengaluru’s notorious traffic on the way to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) may soon be a thing of the past, thanks to an exciting new partnership between Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) and Sarla Aviation. Together, they are set to launch electric-powered, seven-seater eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) aircraft, offering a quick and eco-friendly alternative to the city’s airport commute. These eVTOLs, designed to transform urban mobility, will cut travel time from areas like Indiranagar to BLR down from 1.5 hours to just five minutes. With speeds reaching up to 250 km/h and a quick 15-minute charge time, the aircraft can transport six passengers and a pilot over distances of up to 160 kilometers—perfect for short, high-traffic routes ranging from 20 to 40 kilometers. This initiative is set to make BLR the first eVTOL-friendly airport in India, in line with a broader vision for sustainable urban transportation. Adrian Schmidt, CEO of Sarla Aviation, emphasized the potential of these flying taxis to ease congestion and provide faster, more reliable access to the airport. With the ability to take off and land vertically like helicopters, eVTOLs are designed for inner-city air taxis, cargo delivery, and emergency medical services. Their electric propulsion makes them simpler, more reliable, and easier to maintain. Sarla Aviation is working closely with India’s Civil Aviation Ministry and DGCA to develop regulations that will make this futuristic mode of transportation a reality, bringing Bengaluru one step closer to solving its traffic problems with sustainable, high-speed urban travel. #News #airtaxi #bengalore #airport #kempegowdaairport

Bangalore International Airport is making a significant leap into the future by partnering with Sarla Aviation to explore electric flying taxis, which could transform travel to Kempegowda International Airport. Passengers may soon be able to fly from the city to the airport in just 19 minutes for a fare of around ₹1,700, a dramatic improvement over current travel times. Sarla Aviation aims to revolutionize urban mobility across major Indian cities, making flying as accessible and affordable as rides from Uber and Ola. However, it may take two to three years before these eVTOL aircraft are ready for passengers, as several steps, including prototype development and regulatory approvals, still need to be completed. With their cleaner, quieter, and more cost-effective design compared to traditional helicopters, eVTOL aircraft represent an exciting future for urban air travel. #eVTOL #UrbanAirMobility #BengaluruTraffic #BIAL #KempegowdaAirport #AirMobility #SarlaAviation #ElectricAircraft #FutureOfTravel #FlyingTaxi

Flying Taxis are coming, so are the new regulations, DGCA is looking into the #AAM roll out in a very detailed manner. The guys at #AdiBis are thus getting ready to setup the monitoring infrastructure to observe the lower airspace in the manner that all the objects, whether the legacy, commercial, military, general aviation and the unmanned can fly in a safe and uninterrupted manner. The #WALAT3M platform is making for the last two years in anticipation of this projected growth in the small aircraft domain, which might soon experience phenomenal growth trajectory. #DGCA #MoCA #BCAS #MoD #ATC #AirTraffic #Aviation #UAV #AAM #UTM #cUAS #Drones #Birds #Aircrafts #Helicopters #Jets #Airlines #Airports #AirDefence #SafeSkies

Could eVTOLs transform all urban commuting in India? Sarla Aviation, an India-based company, is set to revolutionize inner-city travel with its seven-seater eVTOL aircraft, reducing commutes from Bengaluru Airport to the city center from 1.5 hours to just 5 minutes. The aircraft, designed for trips between 20-40 km, boasts speeds of up to 250 km/h and is powered by four double-isolated battery packs, allowing for back-to-back trips with only 15 minutes of charging time. Sarla’s partnership with Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) aims to make Bengaluru India’s first eVTOL-friendly airport, positioning the city as a leader in sustainable air mobility. Adrian Schmidt, co-founder and CEO of Sarla Aviation, expressed his admiration for BIAL’s forward-thinking approach, aligning with the company’s ambition to push the boundaries of Urban Air Mobility. Last week, Sarla Aviation also met with Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation - India (DGCA) to discuss India’s leadership in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and the creation of a Bharat-centric eVTOL policy. What impact do you think Sarla Aviation’s eVTOL innovation will have on India’s urban transportation landscape? For more details, visit our blog: https://lnkd.in/gDBMc8B2 #AvfoilNews #eVTOL #UrbanAirMobility #SarlaAviation #BengaluruAirport #AviationInnovation #AdvancedAirMobility #SustainableTravel #ElectricAviation #IndiaAviation #AAM #BIAL #CommuteTransformation

Bengaluru's infamous traffic jams en route to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) may soon become a thing of the past, thanks to an innovative partnership between Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) and Sarla Aviation. Together, they are introducing electric-powered, seven-seater eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) aircraft, offering a rapid, eco-friendly solution for city-to-airport travel. These eVTOLs are designed to revolutionize urban transportation, reducing travel time from key areas like Indiranagar to BLR from 1.5 hours to just five minutes. Capable of flying at speeds of up to 250 km/h, the aircraft can carry six passengers plus a pilot and charge in only 15 minutes between trips. With a range of 160 kilometers, they are ideal for short, inner-city journeys ranging between 20 to 40 kilometers, effectively addressing Bengaluru's traffic woes. The collaboration aims to make BLR India's first eVTOL-friendly airport and supports the broader goal of sustainable urban mobility. Sarla Aviation's CEO, Adrian Schmidt, highlighted the potential of these eVTOLs to reduce road congestion and offer faster, more reliable airport access. #technology #aviation #newadvancements

#sundaythoughts - why do eVTOL aircraft developers keep trying to compare flight times with drive times, when as a mainly mid-mile transport option they should be comparing with other mid-mile transport? High Speed Rail companies tend to compare their travel times with airlines, not car travel. An example from the attached article: "The flight—a journey that would take about three hours by car—lasted just 20 minutes.", BUT we should not forget that "Nowadays, there are direct ferries running from Shenzhen Shekou Port and Shenzhen Airport Ferry Terminal to Zhuhai, taking 50-70 minutes and costing CNY 120-200". A similar case is certain eVTOL developers claiming electric airtaxi time savings over car transport between Dubai Airport and the Palm Jumeirah helipad, when helicopter airtaxis are already demonstrating that time saving today.

🛸Now commute faster with Air taxi from airport…. BIAL has partnered with Sarla Aviation to bring eVTOL aircraft to Airport. This will make it India's first eVTOL-friendly airport. What is eVTOL? These are electronic vertical takeoff/landing aircrafts powered by electric battery How it will impact your commute: - Current trip from Indiranagar to airport: 1.5 hr. - eVTOL trip: Only 5 minutes. - Current trip from Electronic city to airport: 3 hr - eVTOL trip : Only 19 minutes Key points : - Batteries can be charged in 8 minutes - Carbon fibre body providing strong structure - Vertiports can be setup anywhere - Vertipad cost: $1,00,000 Cost effective : - Regular taxi fare: 2,500 (with surge). - Flying taxi fare: 1,700. Sustainability benefits: - Powered by clean energy, zero emissions, minimal noise. - Flies at 250 km/h, covers 160 km on a single charge, accommodates 7 passengers. Would you try flying taxis?

Which countries will be the first to adopt an eVTOL Airtaxi Service? 🚁 With so many companies in the eVTOL industry getting closer to certification, we can now look ahead to the exciting time that these aircraft will enter into service and begin to fulfil their promises as a sustainable method of air transport. As exciting as it is to see companies like Archer, Volocopter and Joby getting close, there is still a lot of work to be done by service providers. They are still working to help establish Infrastructure, Regulation and the simple logistics of running a successful air taxi service. Service providers like United Airlines, Japan Airlines, Gol and Azul have already placed numerous orders for various eVTOL aircraft and are working to set up these services in time for the aircrafts release. With the Development, Certification and production of these aircraft still on going, it is difficult to say exactly when and where these services will come. With all the complexity of developing a new aircraft, often, a company’s proposed EIS (entry into service) date can be quite different from the actual date. However, all things considered, it is looking likely that the below countries will be amongst the first to adopt an air taxi service: 🌎 North America It will come as no surprise that NA will likely be one of the first counties to adopt eVTOL services. With so many leading eVTOL companies being based in California alone, it seems obvious that USA will be a front runner in the adoption of air taxi operations. Archer Aviation have talked about establishing routes in locations such as New York and Miami as early as 2025. 🌍 France Volocopter have made no secret of their plans to launch the Volocity at the Paris Olympic games in 2024. With Volocopter being one of the companies that is closer to certification, it’s a safe bet to assume France will be one of the first counties to adopt these services. 🌍 United Arab Emirates Dubai has well established itself as a hub for new technology and innovation. In a recent release, Joby announced a partnership with both Dubai’s road and transport Authority and Skyports to establish Airtaxi operations by 2026. With several other eVTOL providers also being closely linked with setting up in Dubia, it would be also safe to assume that UAE will be an early adopter of Air taxis. There is a lot of speculation on how accurate some of these predicted dates are. Anyone who works in the aerospace industry is well aware of how common it is for a projects deadline to be delayed. It will be very interesting to see which companies will fulfil on their promises, and which ones will not. Which countries do you believe will be first to adopt an air taxi service? #evtol #aam #airtaxi Credit to SMG Consulting for the image