Developing new ecosystem to demonstrate the commercial and operational viability of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) flying taxi and accelerate the net zero target.
  • Dates1 Oct 2022-1 Feb 2025
  • SponsorInnovate UK - Future Flight Challenge Programme
  • Funded£9M
  • PartnersVertical Aerospace, Atkins, Virgin Atlantic, Skyports, NATS, Connected Places Catapult, Heathrow

Cranfield University is partnering with leading British aviation companies £9.5 million ($11.3 million) to demonstrate the feasibility of advanced air mobility in the UK. The project will help to develop key technology and infrastructure to pave the way for air flying taxis taking to the skies, creating fast and sustainable flight options between cities.