Electric air taxis are about to take flight in 26 states
- Mar 9, 2026
- Kirsten Korosec
The Federal Aviation Administration approved a pilot program allowing electric air taxis to begin large-scale testing across 26 U.S. states. Companies including Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation, and Beta Technologies will operate eVTOL aircraft in real-world environments. The initiative aims to accelerate commercialization of electric aviation while developing regulatory frameworks. This marks a major step toward integrating electrified aircraft into everyday transportation.