Urban Air Mobility (UAM)
Definition
An emerging transportation concept using electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for short urban flights. Aims to reduce ground traffic congestion in cities.
Related Terms
VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing)
Aircraft capable of taking off and landing vertically without a runway. Includes helicopters and emerging electric air taxis (eVTOL) being developed for urban air mobility.
Heliport
A small airport designed exclusively for helicopter operations. Heliports feature a landing pad (helipad) and may be located on building rooftops, hospital grounds, or offshore platforms.
Regional Jet
A small jet aircraft designed for short-haul routes connecting smaller cities to hub airports. Typically seats 50-100 passengers. Examples: Embraer E-Jets, CRJ series.
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